LA Times Today: L.A. Kickers players finally get their long-deserved U.S. Open Cup tribute
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Soccer is now the fourth most popular sport in America. But in 1964, the game was mostly an afterthought in the U.S. That’s when a soccer team from L.A. – the L.A. Kickers – won the U.S. Open Cup trophy. It took place in front of a handful of people at an old baseball stadium in south la.
Now, 60 years later, the members of that championship team have finally gotten the recognition they deserve.
L.A. Times sports writer Kevin Baxter joined Kelvin Washington with more.
Now, 60 years later, the members of that championship team have finally gotten the recognition they deserve.
L.A. Times sports writer Kevin Baxter joined Kelvin Washington with more.