 In February 1998, the San Jose Clash selected Porter with the 3rd round (27th overall) in the 1998 MLS College Draft.He did not join the Clash until 1999 but his tenure there was short - he made just four appearances and, in his one start, was ejected in the 32nd minute.Following that performance, the Clash sent him on loan to the Sacramento Geckos of the A-League before waiving him in June.