Whether leading the charge for the Colorado Rapids or representing his home country, Omar Cummings has proved to be a world-class striker. And we weren’t the only ones to notice, thanks to interest from EPL side Aston Villa in 2011. And his best season (14 goals in 2010) proved to be the same year the Rapids brought home the MLS Cup. Coincidence? We think not.
Cummings has plenty of great memories in Colorado, the first being the Rapids’ championship season.
“For the city, it was good. It was the perfect time to make that run.”
But Cummings is the first to share the credit, first talking about his strike partnership with Connor Casey. He then had kind words about teammate Pablo Mastroeni, a past fixture for the U.S. National Team.
“It has been a pleasure and an honor to play with him.”
Having fellow Jamaican Tyrone Marshall and veteran Brian Mullan around has been critical as well. Marshall has been the consummate professional and a support figure. Mullan is known for an otherworldy work ethic.
Cummings himself has become known as a gamebreaker, a speedster with superior technical ability. To say there aren’t many of those in MLS is a huge understatement.
These skills has helped him become a regular on the Jamaican National Team. Playing on an international level is the “ultimate thing” for Cummings, who compares it to a soldier going into battle for their country.
“I want to represent my country to the best of my ability,” the 2011 MLS All-Star stated. “”It is a duty, an honor that is not given easily.”
Cummings registered 6 goals and 2 assists in 2012 even though he was slowed by injuries. He hopes to come back physically and mentally stronger in 2013 despite the fact that he won’t see much in terms of rest.
But he has made his mark on and off the pitch, being a deadly attacker and a fan favorite at the same time. And we have to add innovator to that list.
Cummings helped Pelé Sports debut their new Trinity 3E SHEONE boots, some of the most interesting and advanced boots we have ever come across. Yes, it is like having artwork on your feet, something that will surely turn heads and give you an edge.
“I like to try different stuff. They are artsy and definitely unique.”
We can’t wait to see Cummings next season as he sets his sights on bigger and better!
