July 02, 2007
Let's Look at the Positives ...
Well our winless streak has stretched to six games and let's face it, the heat outside isn't the only thing uncomfortable to sit through.
Well, the heat's about to break, the first July 4th extravaganza at the Dick is about to play out in front of a sold out crowd ... so let's reflect on several good things from the last two games.
Dan Gargan
#2
Jacob Peterson
#3
Colin Clark
Now, we've seen flashes of brilliance from Jacob Peterson before. But we're starting to see what he brings to the team again. The goal off of Cooke's cross (started by Clark) against DC was VERY nice. Is it possible that this kid should be lining up with Herculez Gomez game in and game out? I think so.
Dan Gargan has become maybe the unsung hero of the team! While there are some quieter big names, like Mike Petke -- who was having a strong year until the Rapids curse claimed him-- Dan is the man being asked to play all over and on a moment's notice.
Each game he seems to improve significantly. He's settling in, concentrating on his job at hand, and contributing to this team very well. There's got to be a great feeling as he is overcoming his critics' jeers.
And Colin Clark. How very frustrating it must have been to sit on the bench watching out-of-position veteran after out-of-position veteran do a horrid job in Colin's natural starting role.
For some reason, Fernando has seen the light and decided a natural left-sided player should be given a shot, and Colin has seized the opportunity. He has perhaps had the most impact on the game the last two outings, and it seems he may have earned himself a starting spot.
The youngsters are providing the spark to this team at the moment - and they deserve to be given a pat on the back in these dark, dark times.
MOTM voting is up for both games - notice who's been getting the votes?
Posted by mark at July 2, 2007 12:33 PM