Everything changed in an instant.
At the beginning of 2018, Jordan Morris was eager to return to top form after a frustrating, injury-bitten sophomore campaign. He had burst onto the professional scene in 2016, winning MLS Rookie of the Year honors and helping the Sounders win their first MLS Cup. Finally healthy after battling ankle and hamstring injuries, Morris’ confidence was restored going into the 2018 season.
“I felt really refreshed, really good. I was feeling like I was ready to get back to my form with the Sounders,” Morris said. “That’s the toughest part – I really felt like I was ready to have a big year and hopefully contribute to winning another championship.