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Donovan Ricketts named GK coach at Emory

Donovan Ricketts is one of the most decorated goalkeepers in MLS history.
Donovan Ricketts is one of the most decorated goalkeepers in MLS history.
June 14, 2016

Former Jamaican international and MLS standout Donovan Ricketts has joined Emory’s soccer staff as goalkeepers coach.

The school announced the move on Monday.

Ricketts played for four clubs in MLS: Los Angeles, Montreal, Portland and Orlando City. He was twice named goalkeeper of the year in the league.

Ricketts, 39, also made 100 appearances for Jamaica, serving as captain for some of those games.

Emory went 9-6-2 last season, it’s 15th consecutive winning season.

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