News has broken tonight from Coach Sark that Deontae Cooper has torn his ACL, once again, and will miss this year. At this point, I expect him to retire. This is his third knee injury in as many years for the young man. He came into U-Dub with all the promise in the world but it hasn’t worked out for him due to injuries. Our thoughts and prayers are with him, as I’m sure this is a struggle for him.
As for what this means to the Huskies, not much. Anyone expecting Cooper to make a significant impact this year was being unreasonable. More than anything, this is just heartbreaking news. Get well soon, Deontae!
Hopefully he never has to pay a dime for his education, to at least make the pain somewhat worthwhile.
Here was his comment today:
“I don’t have a ‘why me (moment)?”’ he said. “It’s just unfortunate luck. But I can’t be unlucky forever. I’m going to catch a break sooner or later.”
I just love this guy. I hope he gets his break.
I’m about to mention this in a post but he needs to be an honorary captain in the first game of the season. I can’t think of a better one.