MLS New England Revolution

Revolution Present 2009 Team Awards

Published on October 17, 2009 under Major League Soccer (MLS)
New England Revolution News Release


FOXBOROUGH, Mass. - Shalrie Joseph was named 2009 New England Revolution Team MVP, as announced by the team in a pregame ceremony prior to tonight's regular-season home finale against the Chicago Fire at Gillette Stadium. Defender Jay Heaps was also honored with the Best Defender award.

Joseph was also presented with the Revere Cup, signifying him as the Midnight Riders' Man of the Year. The Midnight Riders is one of the Revolution's independent supporters groups.

Joseph, 31, historically has been judged more for his powerful influence in the central midfield than for this statistical contribution, but this year has scored team-high marks in goals and assists, both career highs with eight. Asked to do more this year for his team than in past years with other players sidelined with injury, he has been the heart of the team this season. A contender for Major League's Soccer's MVP award, this is Joseph's second Revolution MVP award, and his first Midnight Riders' Man of the Year honor.

Heaps, 33, has been the foundation on which this year's new defense has been formed - with two rookies and one newcomer - displaying a passion and determination to continue the team's strong defensive tradition. He also earned his first-ever call-up to the U.S. National Team for the 2009 CONCACAF Gold Cup. He has scored one goal and added four assists playing primarily as the team's left back. This is Heaps' first Best Defender award.

The Revolution Budweiser Golden Boot, presented to the team's top goal scorer, was not presented as both Joseph and Kheli Dube entered the game tied for the team lead in goals with eight. It will be decided after the final game of the regular season.

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