Sapong Wins MLS Cup!

Since there are really only so many ways to keep saying the same things about men’s hoops right now (injuries, a suspension, youth, horrendous shooting but just need to stay patient) and we haven’t heard anything on the coaching search in football yet, we’re thrilled to share a really bright piece of JMU athletics alumni news.  Former Dukes soccer standout C.J. Sapong (@BigAfrika88 and a good follow) and his side, SportingKansasCity, won the MLS Cup yesterday.  You can read all about the epic, ten-round penalty shootout to decide the title after the 1-1 draw here but we’re of course gonna focus on Sapong.  He was the MLS Rookie of the Year two years back but had been up and down late last season and early this season.  But Sapong scored a huge goal in SKC’s  Eastern Conference clinching match last week and then converted his PK in the shootout and played strong throughout the match yesterday.  Huge congrats to another proud Duke!