Brennan Creek is currently in the best year of his professional career, and last week was the latest cherry on top.   The Colorado Springs Switchbacks midfielder scored a tying goal against Major League Soccer’s Colorado Rapids in the club’s first-ever appearance in the round of 16 of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup on April 29. Then last weekend, his strike in the 10th minute of second-half, stoppage time led to a San Antonio FC own goal, earning a draw for the Switchbacks.  Moments after the equalizer, he put his hands to his ear, taunting the San Antonio fans while he and his teammates celebrated.  The scene was a far cry from the beginning of Creek’s tenure. He joined the Switchbacks midway through the 2025 season when he signed a 25-day contract in late July.…