Seattle Sounders FC Midfielder Snyder Brunell's Parents, Keith and Laura Brunell, Are Proud of His MLS Debut!

Snyder's father, Keith, is managing 16 diverse dining concepts.

August 13, 2026

This article was last updated by Alisha Shrestha on August 12, 2026

A 19-year-old soccer player, Snyder Brunell, was born to parents, Keith and Laura Brunell, on March 23, 2007, in Plano, Texas.

Keith and Laura Brunell are raising two sons, Snyder and Cooper Brunell, also a soccer player.

The soccer midfielder for the Seattle Sounders FC in Major League Soccer, Snyder Brunell, began his soccer journey with Crossfire Premier before joining the Seattle Sounders Academy in 2026.

Keith and Laura have been supportive of his career from day one.

And Brunell proved his parents' trust by making his MLS debut for the Sounders on August 10, 2026, scoring a goal in a 4—0 victory over the LA Galaxy.

Snyder’s coach at Tacoma Defiance, Hervé Diese, praised Brunell’s upbringing, stating:

He was raised by very good parents who know how to mature a young man into an adult.

While his father, Keith, is a highly regarded culinary expert, his mother, , maintains a private lifestyle away from public attention.

Snyder Brunell’s Father, Keith Brunell, Is a Chef With Over 30 Years of Expertise!

The talented midfielder for the Seattle Sounders FC, hails from a household blending athletic and culinary passions.

His father, , leads culinary innovation with three decades in the industry.

Currently, Keith serves as the Director of Food & Beverage for Nordstrom Restaurant Group. He oversees 16 distinct restaurant concepts spanning 200+ locations.

His professional path spans Michelin-starred venues, luxury hotel kitchens like Sofitel, and airline hospitality projects.

Raised in Kirkland, Washington, Keith's culinary curiosity ignited early. Though his career spans continents, he cherishes his Pacific Northwest roots.

Beyond cooking, Keith designs menus celebrating regional flavors while prioritizing sustainable practices.

His creations emphasize accessible gourmet experiences using premium ingredients.

With formal training including an associate degree in culinary arts (1990) and American History studies at Kent State University, Keith embodies multidisciplinary excellence.

Did You Know?

Snyder Brunell’s sibling, , entered the world on June 11, 2003.
Cooper Brunell competes as a midfielder for the University of Washington (UW) men’s soccer program.

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