[H]is game was as creative, and as instinctual, as any American's of this or any other generation. [114][115] He ended the World Cup qualifying campaign tied with Landon Donovan as the team's second top scorer, behind Jozy Altidore, with five goals in thirteen matches. [75] Dempsey scored his 10th Premier League goal of the season, sixteenth in all competitions, in a 11 draw against former manager Roy Hodgson's West Brom on February 1, 2012. [133] As a result, he has been categorized interchangeably as a forward or midfielder, as evidenced in the 2010 and 2014 FIFA World Cup squads where he was classified as a forward (FW) in the latter tournament[134] and a midfielder (MF) in the former. Clint Dempsey on the Dan Patrick Show Full Interview, Clint Dempsey and Christian Pulisic | FIFA World Cup History Makers, Clint Dempsey: Emotional National Soccer Hall of Fame Speech. He won the highest individual honor in soccer in America when he was named Honda Player of the Year for 2006, beating Fulham teammates Kasey Keller and Brian McBride in a poll of sportswriters. If your team is that good that you can keep swinging it back and forth in the midfield all the way up to when youre going to cross the ball or cut it back and find some one in the box, but we werent that good! In his rookie season, he started 23 of 24 matches scoring seven goals. For this to work, were going to have do this, were going to have to make it happen and show everybody whats up. 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[95] For the incident, he was given a three-match MLS suspension and a fine, and banned from the Open Cup for two years in addition to a second fine. There can be no better start than that. [26], Dempsey scored his first goal for Fulham on May 5 when he struck the only goal of a 10 home win over Liverpool. For [68] Dempsey scored his fifth Premier League goal of the campaign with a header in a 20 home win against Bolton on December 17, lifting his side six points clear of the drop zone. [98] Dempsey played his last game of the season on August 21 against Portland, picking up a brace in the 31 win while simultaneously setting a franchise record for the most goals by a player against one team in MLS play, with the goals being his 7th and 8th. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & resort (KS). A twice weekly roundup of Seattle Sounders and OL Reign news from Sounder at Heart, By submitting your email, you agree to our, A Seattle Sounders and Seattle Reign Blog, Clint Dempsey opens up about why he retired suddenly, A hard point: Sounders settle for tie with RSL. Clint Dempsey was the man of the match tonight. On April 11, 2013, Dempsey scored two goals against FC Basel in the second leg of the Europa League quarter-finals to send the match into extra time. Speaking with a thick southern drawl akin to his east Texas roots, Dempsey and his wife Bethany currently live in Pinehurst,. The goal was his fourth in four appearances in 2013. Why are you calling me telling me to be ready? Raised in Texas, Clint climbed countless obstacle Stepping on an ant bed is what my lifes like., He said his kids all play soccer in North Carolina and he was especially bullish on his 5-year-old sons potential, but it doesnt sound like hell be coaching any of their teams: I dont know about coaching. Why take a spot from someone whos young and hungry? "I got burned out," he said. [11] It was the fastest goal in American World Cup history, and fifth fastest goal in all-time World Cup history. This became USAs fastest World Cup goal, and fifth-fastest in tournament history. Clint Dempsey or claim ourselves as the exclusive booking agency, business manager, publicist, speakers bureau or Dempsey announced his retirement from soccer on Aug. 29, 2018. Fort Wayne is Beasleys hometown, and hes now a part of the ownership group. Oops. The now 38-year-old is among America's most successful exports to the Premier League, with his 57 goals for Fulham . [132], Dempsey is known for his versatility and ability to play either as a forward, winger or attacking midfielder, depending on the formation. [63], Dempsey broke Fulham's Premier League goalscoring record by netting twice in a 30 victory over Bolton on April 27, 2011. NEW. To learn more or opt-out, read our Cookie Policy. I listened to Season 1 of Serial on a road trip and only finished it because I was on a road trip. Major League Soccer + Date of birth/Age: Mar 9, 1983 (40 . I always dreamed about playing in the World Cup and being able to score a goal and to have from a player who I looked up to, and had a chance to play against first time I played against him, we were winning 3-0, and Beas was keeping possession and I was like Come on, show me what you got! and he passed the ball and laughed and I laughed, laughing at myself, like man, I know Im tripping, but at the same time I wanted to test myself against the best, and Beas was the best in MLS., I think you need people to be willing to be outside their comfort zone to go in hostile situations and environments and be able to deal with those and figure out a way to be successful. The goals were his 34th and 35th overall for the national team, surpassing Eric Wynalda as second all-time top-goalscorer for the United States. [23] This made Dempsey the most expensive American export to the Premier League in a deal worth a reported 2million. Known for his aggressive style and attacking flair, Dempsey . 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Something went wrong. On September 29, Dempsey was involved in an aerial collision with John Terry during a 00 draw at Stamford Bridge which resulted in Terry later being substituted. [113], Following the loss, he was awarded the Bronze Ball as the tournament's 3rd best performer. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Clint Dempsey for an upcoming event. Clint Dempsey played for the Dallas Texans soccer team for a number of months and his performance made . Clint Dempsey now lives in Pinehurst, North Carolina, in the United States of America. can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. [citation needed]. Alongside fellow MNT players Brian McBride and Carlos Bocanegra, Dempsey continued his scoring ways at Fulham, making 184 appearances and netting 50 goals. Beasley then talks about Fort Wayne FCs first match in USL League Two. [139][140][141], Dempsey is married to Bethany Keegan Dempsey. [76], Dempsey "assisted" another goal in a 21 win against Stoke City on February 11, 2012. [41] He replaced Zoltan Gera in the side and scored his first home goal of the season in a 30 win over Middlesbrough on December 20. Dempsey received 237 points in voting by 207 sports journalists to claim the award. He was named the Man of the Match for his performance. Despite this call, his teammate Landon Donovan scored a late stoppage time goal to win the game 10. [38] Fulham beat Portsmouth 10 on the final day of the season to secure Premier League status for another year. Fulham won the game 41 and this game resulted in Fulham winning an award, as well as Dempsey receiving an award for his goal. I dont know if it was mentally or if it was just what my body was telling me. We were pretty good, but we werent that good. 1 Tennis Player & International Tennis Hall of Famer; Olympic Gold Medalist, Entrepreneur & Philanthropist. [65], Dempsey scored a brace in the first leg of Fulham's 201112 Europa League play-off clash against Dnipro Dnipropetrovsk at Craven Cottage. He earned the MLS's Player of the Month award for April. As a full-service talent booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or That is my greatest moment in soccer (the goal against Ghana), because of Beasley. 2023 AAE Speakers Bureau. For more information on how we work Then Dempsey arrived, saying that he didnt understand what was going on with this video stuff because hes living out here in the woods, bruh. He needed help getting the video going. The Athletic has live coverage of USA vs. Netherlands in World Cup 2022 play. Their role in the planning process allowed for a smooth and successful event. [121], Before the 2015 Gold Cup, Jurgen Klinsmann gave Michael Bradley the captain's armband, in wake of the U.S. Open Cup incident. Under special circumstances, it may take up to 24 hours. He is an American former professional football player. The first U.S. MNT player to score in three different FIFA World Cups and a spearhead of three Concacaf Gold Cup winning teams, Dempsey is widely considered one of the greatest U.S. players of all time. I didnt even know what I was hitting, I didnt know what was gonna happen. Thank you for your support with booking and coordinating the speakers. You know theres pressure to succeed if youre a DP. [86] He scored his second goal for Spurs in the 39th minute in an away game at Southampton in October. I already know Im starting! [citation needed], In June 2016, Dempsey started all three group stage games of the Copa Amrica Centenario. The next morning I had to get surgery. [119], In 2014, Dempsey was named as captain of the 23-man United States squad ahead of the FIFA World Cup. Clint is related to Larry Don Dempsey and Brynn Kay Reynolds as well as 3 additional people. Clint Dempsey was never one for the media spotlight during an illustrious playing career that saw him become one of the US men's national team's best-ever players . Ever since he quietly announced his retirement in the middle of the 2018 season with a simple Instagram post, Clint Dempsey has mostly receded from public life. Did he want to break Landon Donovans record? We do not exclusively represent He made an Instagram post on. I mean, I was trying to break every record I could break., The Incredible Story Of How He Almost Lost His Hand Before The Europa League Semifinal. [19] He attended Furman University as a health and exercise science major and a key player for Paladins soccer. Clinton R Dempsey, 52 Resides in Round Rock, TX Lived In Albuquerque NM, Los Lunas NM Related To Noelle Dempsey, Jason Dempsey, Harry Dempsey Also known as C Dempsey Includes Address (4) Phone (6) Email (2) See Results Clinton Richard Dempsey, 82 Resides in Portsmouth, RI Lived In Walpole MA, Plymouth MA [64], Dempsey was voted Fulham player of the season for 201011 by the Fulham fans, and his 12 Premier League strikes meant he was the club's leading goalscorer for the campaign. [118], Dempsey broke his own fastest-goal record in World Cup qualifying on September 7, scoring just 39 seconds into a 21 defeat against Jamaica in Kingston. But Im back at it with The Crack Podcast, which I started simply because I love DaMarcus Beasley and Oguchi Onyewu, but I continue because its hilarious, informative and generally fucking excellent. [52], On March 11, Dempsey returned, coming on in the last minute of Fulham's loss away to Juventus, and then completed 72 minutes of Fulham's 30 away loss to Manchester United in the league. Hed go on to be a standout at Furman University and was squad player on the USA team at the 2003 FIFA World Youth Championships in the United Arab Emirates. The video ends with a shot of Dempsey placing a flower at his sister's grave. [57], Dempsey was on the substitutes' bench for Fulham's first two away games of 201011, but became a regular starter, one of only five U.S. players in the Premier League to do so. [10] He was signed by the Seattle Sounders the following year and played 115 matches for the club, scoring 47 goals, and leading the club to win the 2014 Supporters' Shield. Dempsey was called offside, but the replay showed that he was most likely not offside. Among his long list of highlights at the club include his first goal for the Cottagers in May 2007 against Liverpool which saved Fulham from Premier League relegation. [17] Several parents of his teammates with the Texans offered to assist the Dempseys with expenses and travel, allowing him to rejoin the club. Weve done it., Dempsey put Obafemi Martins at the top of his list of best-ever teammates: Playing with Oba was like pickup. On January 27, 2013, Dempsey scored a looping header against Leeds United at Elland Road, in the FA Cup to bring the score to 21, however Tottenham Hotspur couldn't draw level throughout the rest of the game, leaving the result at 21 to Leeds at the whistle. Dempsey made his league debut for Seattle on August 10, 2013, in a 21 victory over Toronto. form or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Clint Dempsey for your And then I had to have it again so it was always lingering. That most recent win saw Dempsey become the MNTs joint all-time leading goal scorer when he tallied his 57th and final international goal off a free kick in a 2-0 semifinal win against Costa Rica on July 22, 2017 in Arlington, Texas. I knew what he was going to do, he knew what I was going to do, we understood to be successful we both had to be on. When have I not been ready? This was after the Juventus game. [60][61], On January 22, 2011, Dempsey scored another double versus Stoke City, putting Fulham temporarily out of relegation contention. Its being real, thanks for everything but I dont need any fake love. We are enormously grateful he was able to share his story with us. [14], In his teens, Dempsey maintained these ties playing in a local Mexican-dominated adult league. You have to deliver. [96], On July 13, 2016, Dempsey picked up his first MLS red card after putting his hands in the face of FC Dallas midfielder Juan Esteban Ortiz, who came in with a late challenge on Dempsey. Speaker fees listed on this website are Dempsey has occasionally been prone to aggressive play including physical altercations with opponents over the course of his career, which have sometimes resulted in suspensions. Call us to speak with a booking agent about your event or specific speaker request. heartbeat, playing the entire first half of a 1-0 scrimmage loss on Tuesday to San
Real Salt Lake vs. Sounders, live stream: Game time, TV schedule and lineups, Sign up for the [111] In the semi-final match against Spain, Dempsey scored to put the U.S. up 20 to send them to the finals. 116. The episode starts with an appearance from former LA Galaxy/Colorado Rapids defender Ricky Lewis, who shares a story about the time he visited in Onyewu in Milan and they ended up partying with Ronaldinho in Avatar World.. [78], Dempsey scored his fourteenth and fifteenth Premier League goals of the campaign, bringing his tally to twenty-one in all competitions, in a 30 away win over Bolton Wanderers on April 7, the first a free kick and the second a header. [45] Fulham came from a goal down to beat Manchester City 31 away from home as Dempsey scored two goals on April 12. He went off the chain. Fill out the booking request professionals, who are looking to secure celebrities and speakers for personal appearances, speaking engagements, [53], On March 18, Dempsey came off the bench against Juventus in their second-leg, last-16 tie in the Europa League and scored the winner on a long chip shot. Dempsey retired in August 2018, leaving behind a dominant legacy that defined him as one of the greatest U.S. players of all time. After one season with Tottenham, Dempsey returned Stateside in the summer of 2013 to join Seattle Sounders FC. Hall of Fame soccer player Clint Dempsey traded in his cleats for a microphone at this year's World Cup. Youre starting. Im like Yeah. I got burned out. [citation needed], On June 12, 2010, Dempsey became the second American (after Brian McBride) to score in more than one World Cup when he scored the equalizer goal against England in the Americans' first game of the 2010 World Cup after the England goalkeeper Robert Green made a major error. When we didnt qualify, it was like Dang, whats out there? Dempsey's disallowed goal later in the tournament against Algeria in the group stage was very controversial. Clint Dempsey Autographed Signed 11X14 Photo Beckett Sports Illustrated Usa WIN.
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