Back to the Soccer Newsfeed

An American Hero Returns: Landon Donovan is Back

The summer before 11th grade, I had to read a book for school titled 10 Days that Unexpectedly Changed America. To my disappointment, the book left out what was arguably the most unexpected, most impactful moment in American history: June 23, 2010. For those of you that don’t remember, this happened.

Landon Donovan instantly became an American hero. He received the ball before the halfway point and made a lightening run down the middle of the park. He dished the ball outside, continued his run and was able to pick up a rebound for an easy finish.