Stan Kroenke has found a new president for MLS side Colorado Rapids.
In an announcement, it was revealed that Padraig Smith has been promoted from within the club and has been appointed in the role by Kroenke's business empire, Kroenke Sports and Entertainment. The US-based Arsenal owner purchased the Rapids in 2004 and has now contracted Smith until 2026.
Smith had held the club's top executive position sicne 2018 having joined as sporting director first in 2015. He has previously spent time working for UEFA and also FAI. Since coming into his place at the club they have recorded two record sales to European leagues and overseen a club-record finish as 2021 western conference winners in 2021.