Jamar Beasley (born October 11, 1979) is an American soccer player.
Career
Beasley began his professional career in 1998, as a member Major League Soccer's Project-40, directly out of High School (South Side High School). In doing so, he became the first player in MLS history to sign with the league directly from high school. At the time, Beasley was the youngest player to sign with MLS, a record since broken many times over. On August 14, 1998, Beasley officially joined the Revolution, after returning from duty with the U.S. U-20 National Team. Beasley made his Revolution debut on August 22, 1998, coming on as a 72nd minute substitution for Richard Goulooze. Beasley rejoined the Revolution after participating in the 1999 FIFA U-20 World Cup in Nigeria on April 27, 1999. He earned his first start on May 23, 1999, in a loss to the LA Galaxy. After being traded to the Chicago Fire, Beasley was a regular during the 2001 season alongside his brother.
Honors
Club
- St. Louis Steamers
- Major Indoor Soccer League: 2005-2006 Runner-Up :
- Detroit Ignition
- Major Indoor Soccer League: 2006-2007 Runner-Up :
Individual
- Kansas City Comets
- MISL 2003-04 Rookie of the Year:
- Detroit Ignition
- MISL 2006-07 Most Valuable Player: