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Jeremy Pollard posted this on Instagram today...

 

jeremy_pollard Looking back at the past year in Akron I couldn't of asked for a it to have been any better. The people I met will forever have a place in my heart and so will Akron soccer. I've made life long friends and I can honestly say this has been the greatest year of my life so far. Unfortunately it's time to move on from Akron towards a new chapter in my life, but I will always remember my brothers in blue and gold who helped me become a better player and person everyday. Good luck to you all in the future, I'm sure we will meet again. And you know what they say ... it's always a great day to be a zip ?⚽️? #reggieisstillugly

 

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It appears Anthony Macchione is also leaving. Niko de Vera posted a picture of him and Anthony on Instagram with this ...

 

nikookin30"You know our presence but you don't know our history"-G.S
It's been real man. Growing up and playing with you basically my whole life. We've been through a lot together. Sad it has to come to an end but excited for your future. Go kill it brother. #portlandboys

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2 hours ago, Zip_ME87 said:

It appears Anthony Macchione is also leaving. Niko de Vera posted a picture of him and Anthony on Instagram with this ...

 

nikookin30"You know our presence but you don't know our history"-G.S
It's been real man. Growing up and playing with you basically my whole life. We've been through a lot together. Sad it has to come to an end but excited for your future. Go kill it brother. #portlandboys

Now that truly is sad, indeed.

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Jesus Perez leaving (from Reggie Laryea's Instagram account)...

 

reggielaryea14 So sad that my Mexican brother is leaving Akron it was fun playing with u I wish u the best and I know you will kill it where every you go. I know we will meet again if Donald Trump doesn't kick us out of America love you brother ❤️ #jeremystillugly #mannyswillmissyou @chinatwn @marcelzajac11 @robbydambrot

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1 hour ago, Hilltopper said:

It was very obvious last year that no matter how well he played he wasn't in the mix. 

 

Really? I seem to recall Robby played in NCAA Tourney matches v Villanova and Indiana, among 12 other games throughout the season and was allowed to contribute. I'm not sure how he "wasn't in the mix". 

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Wow. If Jonathan gets a good GA deal, best wishes to him, but I sure hope he is at Akron for at least 1 more year.

 

TennZips posted this link in another thread (2017 zips in pro leagues...), noting the speculation about Adam Najem, but it also had a blurb about Jonathan Lewis.

 

http://www.goal.com/en-us/news/1110/major-league-soccer/2016/12/30/30983822/mls-talking-points-the-market-for-landon-donovan-the-next

 

Akron midfielder Jonathan Lewis has been offered a Generation adidas deal by MLS, but sources tell Goal USA Lewis isn't going to accept the offer currently on the table. The Zips freshman, who is currently with the U.S. Under-20 national team, tied for the NCAA lead in assists in 2016 with 12.

 

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TennZip posted this link in the "2017 Zips in the Pro Leagues..." thread, but I think it also belongs here; the 2017 GA class listing is a sign that Jonathan Lewis is staying. Please let that be true. I really want to see Jonathan up close in a Zips uniform for at least one more year. He's so much fun to watch.

 

http://www.mlssoccer.com/post/2017/01/04/mls-announces-2017-generation-adidas-class-and-senior-signings

 

 

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Some additional information on Morgan Hackworth's pedigree...

 

http://www.cuse.com/roster.aspx?rp_id=12899&path=msoccer

 

Personal: Morgan Christopher Hackworth … Born in January 1997 … Son of John and Tricia Hackworth … Two brothers … Father, John, played soccer at Wake Forest and is the head coach of the U.S. U-15 Boys’ National Team.

 

John has actually moved up to the U-17 National Team coach... http://www.ussoccer.com/stories/2016/11/29/18/45/161129-u17mnt-hackworth-names-20-player-roster-for-2016-nike-international-friendlies

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Not unexpected, but darn. I really wanted to see Jonathan with the Zips for at least 1 more season. Nevertheless, if this is the case, I wish him the best. Another Zip in the Pros is awesome.

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Jonathan Lewis is indeed turning pro. He posted the following to his Instagram account late yesterday.

 

jon_lewis7 Extremely honored to be part of the 2017 Generation Adidas Class and be part of the MLS Draft. Very excited to see what 2017 brings me and I'm very thankful for all the support I have gotten along the road. Shoutout to Akron for a great semester and for taking me into the family. #Adidas #mlsdraft2017

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