Seattle Sounders sign midfielder Peter Kingston

The 24-year-old has signed a contract through 2026 with options for 2027-2028.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 7:19pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a soccer player in motion, with their body and the ball broken down into sharp, overlapping planes of color, capturing the dynamic energy of the sport.The Sounders' development system continues to produce first-team talent, as midfielder Peter Kingston earns a contract after impressing at the MLS NEXT Pro level.Tacoma Today

The Seattle Sounders have signed midfielder Peter Kingston from their MLS NEXT Pro affiliate Tacoma Defiance. The 24-year-old has signed a contract through the end of the 2026 season with options for 2027-2028.

Why it matters

The signing of Peter Kingston represents the continued development of the Sounders' player pipeline, with the club promoting young talent from their Tacoma Defiance affiliate to the first team. This aligns with the Sounders' strategy of building a strong, homegrown roster.

The details

Kingston has made four appearances with the Sounders' first team while on short-term call-ups from Tacoma, including a two-assist performance off the bench in last month's 2-1 win over the Vancouver Whitecaps that clinched a spot in the 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinals. Since joining Tacoma ahead of the 2025 MLS Next Pro season, Kingston has recorded 3 goals and 6 assists across 38 matches.

  • Kingston signed his contract with the Sounders on April 3, 2026.
  • He made his four appearances with the Sounders' first team earlier this season while on short-term call-ups from Tacoma.

The players

Peter Kingston

A 24-year-old midfielder who has been signed by the Seattle Sounders from their MLS NEXT Pro affiliate Tacoma Defiance.

Craig Waibel

The general manager and chief soccer officer of the Seattle Sounders.

Brian Schmetzer

The head coach of the Seattle Sounders.

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What they’re saying

“We're excited to sign Peter to the first team and are proud of how he's shown continual growth within our system. He is another strong example of the development pathway we've built at this club. We're looking forward to seeing Peter continue that progression with our group.”

— Craig Waibel, General Manager & Chief Soccer Officer, Seattle Sounders

“Peter has earned this contract through the work he's put in every day. He's been consistent in training, taken coaching well and made the most of his opportunities with both Tacoma Defiance and the first team. He's stepped in with confidence when called upon and shown he belongs at this level. We're excited to fully integrate him into our group and see how he can continue to help the team.”

— Brian Schmetzer, Head Coach, Seattle Sounders

What’s next

The Sounders will look to continue integrating Peter Kingston into their first-team roster as they prepare for the upcoming Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinals.

The takeaway

The signing of Peter Kingston demonstrates the Seattle Sounders' commitment to developing young talent through their MLS NEXT Pro affiliate Tacoma Defiance. This move aligns with the club's strategy of building a strong, homegrown roster and providing a clear pathway for players to progress to the first team.