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Rapids goalkeeper coach Chris Sharpe forges his own American dream

The game of soccer grabbed hold of Chris Sharpe as a youngster back in Australia and has given him many things since then. He matured living a world away from his native country pursuing his dream at a young age, furthered his career in the US, and is now building a business and family in Colorado.

The self-proclaimed “chunky kid” grew up in Sydney, Australia, with his parents and younger sister like most kids. He loved all types of sports, giving them a go until found what he was good at and followed his talents as he got older.