ECNL FL (Spring): Top Performances
LAKEWOOD RANCH, Florida – ECNL Girls took action this past weekend in Florida for the ECNL Regional League. Games were held on March 1st-3rd at the state-of-the-art Premier Sports Campus in Lakewood Ranch. With 131 teams participating, this event delivered…
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Continue ReadingLAKEWOOD RANCH, Florida – ECNL Girls took action this past weekend in Florida for the ECNL Regional League. Games were held on March 1st-3rd at the state-of-the-art Premier Sports Campus in Lakewood Ranch. With 131 teams participating, this event delivered three days of thrilling competition. Premier Sports Campus, renowned as one of the best facilities in the country, staged the best talented players to shine in front of scouts from all over the nation.
Holly Dorhauer
Holly Dorhauer
Dorhauer is a standout center midfielder for Washington Premier 07. Her dominance at the ECNL Regional League in Lakewood Ranch was evident, showcasing a versatile skill set that contributes both defensively and offensively. Her ability to win defensive balls, whether in the air or on the ground, highlights her effectiveness in regaining possession for her team and creating challenges for opponents. Dorhauer’s skills extend beyond defense as she is a smart and strong playmaker. With the ball at her feet, she demonstrates quick decision-making, utilizing 1 or 2 touches to play out of tight spaces. Her capability to find the switchball for a transition in attack further highlights her playmaking abilities. Her poise and control playing style displays her technical ability and calm demeanor on the field. This allows her to dictate the tempo and pace of the game, showcasing her force with ball movement and overall gameplay
Hayes of Washington Premier 07 is a formidable force for her team. Her impressive performance with three goals and one assist vs. Florida West in just one half highlights her proficiency in front of goal and the impact she brings to her team. Her ability to take on players one-on-one, makes her a challenging opponent for defenders. Hayes’ clinical touch and speed gives her the skill set to finish chances when it counts and is someone you don’t want in front of goal alone. Her composure, accuracy, and effectiveness are potential dangers she poses to opposing teams. Hayes is a player to watch out for in the attacking third.
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Marcelle Montanye
Marcelle Montanye
Montanye is a dynamic playmaker for Florida West, known for her exceptional speed, close ball control, and ability to navigate pressure situations. Her quickness, combined with precise ball handling, allows her to expose open spaces rapidly, creating goal-scoring opportunities for her team. Montanye’s role extends beyond individual skills, as she actively battles opponents, takes them on one-on-one, and effectively combines with teammates. Her contribution to creating scoring opportunities ranks her as a key player, who is heavily relied upon by her team.
Brynn Zawislak
Brynn Zawislak
Zawislak is a dynamic and skillful player for Liverpool FC IA Michigan 09. She excels at applying pressure on opponents to force mistakes and capitalize on them to create goal-scoring opportunities. Her ability to apply pressure quickly and force defenders into making mistakes shows her defensive contribution and her capability to disrupt the opposition’s play. Zawislaks’ technical ability and smart decision-making allows her to have a good understanding of the game and effectively utilize her set skills to be a threat on either the left or right wings of the midfield. With her speed and quick touches, taking on players in one-on-one situations leads to creating chances in the attack and ability to generate scoring opportunities. Zawislak’s versatility can be seen on both attack and defense, making her a valuable asset to the team. Her combination of technical ability, tactical awareness, and attacking flair makes Zawislak a player capable of impacting the game in various ways.
Olivia Corrado
Olivia Corrado
Corrado of NY Surf 08 is a versatile and adaptable player in the backline. Her ability to play any position in the back demonstrates her versatility and comfort while playing in different defensive roles. Corrado’s physical presence was displayed as opposition teams struggled to beat her both with speed and physicality. Her effective communication in the backline was displayed by organizing the defense, coordinating movements, and ensuring everyone is on the same page. Many times, Corrado switched between center back and left back position, highlighting her adaptability. Being able to perform well in different positions displayed her well-rounded skill set and good understanding of her defensive responsibilities.
Cali Buxbaum
Cali Buxbaum
Buxbaum is an extremely versatile and dangerous player in multiple attacking positions. With the ability to play on either the left wing or right wing, as well as in center midfield, she provides flexibility in her team’s formation and attacking strategy. Buxbaum’s agility and speed makes her capable of beating defenders with pace and creating scoring opportunities for PDA. Additionally, she is able to read the game by penetrating passes forward to break the lines creating goal-scoring opportunities which is crucial for exposing opportunities to finish in front of goal. Buxbaum possesses the skill of cutting inside while dribbling in the attacking play, allowing her to score a goal against NY Surf. Overall, she is a dynamic and impactful presence in the attacking third, capable of creating chances, scoring goals, and disrupting opposing defenses with speed, skill, and versatility.