Chicago Inter ECNL G11 Earns Hard-Fought Result vs Michigan Hawks

Chicago Inter faced the Michigan Hawks in a competitive match between two hardworking teams. Early on, both sides had scrappy moments as they fought for control. Then, the Hawks took a 1–0 lead from a well-taken set piece just 10 minutes in. Even so, Chicago responded well and pressed high, creating chances of their own.   Defensively, Chicago stayed organized. The backline worked well together and made it difficult for Michigan to break through. Although Chicago won the ball back often, they sometimes rushed the next pass, which led to quick turnovers. The first half ended 1–0 for the Hawks.   However, the second half began with an early Chicago Inter goal, created through strong play from [player_tooltip player_id='316979' first='Isabella' last='Calabrese'] and [player_tooltip player_id='316039' first='Collins' last='Kracik']. From there, the match remained back and forth. Both teams worked hard and capitalized on rare mistakes. In the end, a 2–2 draw was a deserved result for [program_tooltip program_id='282581' first='Chicago' last='Inter ECNL'].    [player_tooltip player_id='317866' first='Brooke' last='Sheldon'] played as a goal keeper in the second half of this match for [program_tooltip program_id='282581' first='Chicago' last='Inter ECNL']. Sheldon showed a solid performance during this match with making important saves and keeping her team in this match. She has good hands, movement within the box, and staying connected with the group. Additionally, she has a willingness to come out to make a save when needed. Sheldon is an aware keeper and showcased to be consistent for her team.   Ultimately, [player_tooltip player_id='317866' first='Brooke' last='Sheldon'] is a brave, smart, and consistent keeper for Chicago Inter SC. She makes good decisions and kept her team in this match by preventing multiple chances Michigan Hawks had in the second half.     [player_tooltip player_id='316278' first='Savanah' last='Reed'] plays as a midfielder for [program_tooltip program_id='282581' first='Chicago' last='Inter ECNL']. She is a hard working player who helps control the midfield. Reed has good positioning and looks to be a step ahead of the game's pace. She uses her body well and has good movement to support teammates. She showed that she will try to receive any pass played her direction and create opportunities. Reed reads the game well and isn't afraid of taking chances. Overall, [player_tooltip player_id='316278' first='Savanah' last='Reed'] is a well organized midfielder who makes a positive impact for her team when she is on the pitch.     [player_tooltip player_id='316277' first='Leila' last='Othman'] plays multiple positions but during this match she played as a right back. She showcased early in the match that she is quick, brave, and strong into challenges. She cuts angles off and does well to keep opponents wide and predictable for the rest of the team. Othman stayed connected with the reset of the back line and recovered well for teammates. On the ball, she connects her passes often and has a good touch. In short, [player_tooltip player_id='316277' first='Leila' last='Othman'] showcased to be a player that can adjust to any role on the pitch and keep the standard of the team.     [player_tooltip player_id='316979' first='Isabella' last='Calabrese'] plays as a forward and a midfielder for [program_tooltip program_id='282581' first='Chicago' last='Inter ECNL']. She is a strong and hard working individual who doesn't slow down for a moment while she is on the pitch. She is fast and has a never give up attitude. Calabrese does well to create chances for her team and herself. She created the opportunity that lead to the first goal for her team because of her work rate and ideas on the ball. Calabrese showed that she doesn't shy away from the hard work and works back to defend. She is strong into challenges and can cut passes off. Altogether, [player_tooltip player_id='316979' first='Isabella' last='Calabrese'] is an attacking minded player who does well to create chances for [program_tooltip program_id='282581' first='Chicago' last='Inter ECNL'] and pushes the pace of the game when she is on the ball.     Alexis Moreth plays as a defender for [program_tooltip program_id='282581' first='Chicago' last='Inter ECNL']. She is a strong, fast defensive player who works hard every minute she is on the pitch. Moreth showed numerous times throughout this match that she is willing to go anywhere in her half to make a tackle. She stays connected well with the backline and looks to break lines with her passes. Moreth tracks her marks and is brave into challenges. She showcased that she can recover well for her teammates and makes the game difficult for opponents to beat her in the defensive third. Overall, Alexis Moreth is a strong defensive player who helps keep the back line connected and difficult for teams to break through. She prevented a number of chances that Michigan Hawks could have created good goal scoring opportunities from.

Chicago Inter faced the Michigan Hawks in a competitive match between two hardworking teams. Early on, both sides had scrappy moments as they fought for control. Then, the Hawks took a 1–0 lead from a well-taken set piece just 10 minutes in. Even so, Chicago responded well and pressed high, creating chances of their own.