Howard went on to the join the MetroStars for the 1998 season .
This season was notable as 18 - year - old Tim Howard , from North Brunswick , was the starting goalkeeper for the Imperials .
Tim Howard went on to the join the MetroStars for the 1998 season .
This season was notable as 18 - year - old Tim Howard , from North Brunswick , was the starting goalkeeper for the Imperials .