Frankie Hejduk hoists MLS Cup as Crew Captain in 2008
Today marks the end of an era for the Columbus Crew. Former club captain Frankie Hejduk announced his retirement from professional football and also confirmed he will be joining the Crew front office. Hejduk is a legend in Columbus and in my opinion, deserves league wide recognition as well.
Hejduk was often around major trophies. He won the Supporter's Shield 5 times: Once with the Tampa Bay Mutiny, once with the LA Galaxy, and three times with the Crew. He won the MLS Cup with the Crew and the LA Galaxy.
Hejduk was also a major contributor to US Soccer, earning 85 caps and appearing in two World Cups. He also represented his country twice in the Olympic Games.
His career with Columbus spanned 147 games. He scored 7 goals and tallied 16 assists with the Black and Gold. Hejduk also spent time in Europe with Bayer Leverkusen in Germany and St. Gallen in Switzerland.
Hejduk will be a brand ambassador for the Crew, helping promote the team in the community through various means. He should do really well at that. He had this to say as reported by the Crew official Site:
“I want to thank my family and all of my teammates, trainers, equipment managers, front office staffers, coaches and fans for making my life that much more special, both on and off the field. We all share a special bond that’s tough to explain to anyone outside that circle, but the memories we share and the good times we had will never be forgotten or matched. Now I look forward to continuing my association with the Crew and helping to grow the sport of soccer."
The Puddle would like to congratulate Frankie Hejduk on a stellar career for club and country. I look forward to see the end product of his continued endeavors with the Crew and MLS.
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