In any sports organization, when emotions are still in play (whether it’s outright support or outright hate), you have hope because fans are still engaged. But when apathy sets in? That organization is in serious trouble.
And our Colorado Rapids are at serious risk for having an apathetic fanbase.
There was a reprieve two Saturdays ago when the Rapids' fast wingers exposed the slowness of the San Jose Earthquakes in a 3-0 shelling at DSGP. The 4-4-2, many thought, was what would turn the corner for the season. Many of us had hope that (1) Coach Pablo Mastroeni would finally adjust as needed to provide more offense, and (2) having two strikers upfront would provide at least more chances, and at most more goals.