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206 Clicks: Alex Morgan Signs With Seattle Sounders Women

The Alex Morgan signed with the Seattle Sounders Women's team on Monday. She'll join Hope Solo on the the team. Matches start up this May with the team playing their home matches at Starfire Sports Complex in Tukwila.

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Monday's Tweet of the Day:

So excited to be part of the club! I can't wait to proudly rep a sounders jersey... This time with my name on the back! --Alex Morgan (@alexmorgan13)

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Shawn Kemp Top 10 Dunks (via 8Shorty7)

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