Kurt Morsink (born June 27, 1984 in San José, Costa Rica) is an American[1] soccer player currently playing for D.C. United in Major League Soccer.
[edit] Career
[edit] College and Amateur
Morsink was born in Orlando, Florida but raised in San Jose Costa Rica. Growing up he played for Costa Rican powerhouse Liga Deportiva Alajuelense's youth system. He was a member of the U-15 Costa Rican national team. He joined the US U17 National team 84 age group for the residency program at IMG academies in Bradenton Florida, although he never played an official match. He played collegiate soccer at James Madison University from 2003 to 2006. He started 73 out of 76 games scoring 32 goals and assisting on 29. He was an All Conference and All American as well as the National Player of the Week. During his college years he also played with both Bradenton Academics and Cape Cod Crusaders in the USL Premier Development League.
[edit] Professional
Morsink was drafted by the Kansas City Wizards in 2007 MLS SuperDraft with their third pick. Started in all playoff games his rookie year, a team whom lost in the Western Conference Finals to eventual MLS Cup champion Houston Dynamo. After three seasons with the club, Morsink joined DC United in February 2010. He started 18 games that year for them. He is in his third season with the club currently.
[edit] Morsink in Action
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June 27, 1984 |
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San José, Costa Rica |
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