Hawks Fly High: Michigan Hawks 2011 Shut Out Eclipse Select 3–0

The [program_tooltip program_id='278060' first='Michigan' last='Hawks ECNL'] 2011 Girls showcased to be a strong team against Eclipse Select Soccer Club with their 3-0 win earlier this month. The Hawks do well to build their attacks and move at a pace they set. In possession, they do a great job of using the whole field and move well together. In the attacking third they showed early that they are dangerous from multiple areas on the pitch. The goals scored during this match showed how much of a threat they are in the air and can find a gap within the backline. Defensively, they hold their formation well and cut passes making it difficult for their opponents to break through their lines. For this match, 3-0 was a good win for Michigan Hawks 2011 in this match and they could have had more. The Hawks have showcased to be a strong team this year.    [player_tooltip player_id='332145' first='Kiara' last='Pittman'] plays as a center back for [program_tooltip program_id='278060' first='Michigan' last='Hawks ECNL'] 2011. She is a strong, brave defender that doesn't allow opponents to turn easily. Pittman cuts passes out and stays connected with the backline. She uses her body well to win the ball and is confident in her decisions. In possession, Pittman shows at good angles to and has great passing. She has a strong right foot and communicates well with her team. [player_tooltip player_id='332145' first='Kiara' last='Pittman'] is a very consistent player for [program_tooltip program_id='278060' first='Michigan' last='Hawks ECNL'] and is an important part of their success.     Zenna Ndana plays as a midfielder for [program_tooltip program_id='278060' first='Michigan' last='Hawks ECNL'] 2011. She showcased great awareness on the pitch, has good timing in her movements, and does well to create chances. Ndana looks to go forward in good moments and has a strong right foot. She has great footwork and has a willingness to take chances from distance that are dangerous for opponents. Out of possession, she tracks her mark and cuts passes well. As a player, Zenna Ndana is key player for [program_tooltip program_id='278060' first='Michigan' last='Hawks ECNL'] 2011. She makes a difference in the attack by taking chances while handling her defensive responsibilities out of possession.     [player_tooltip player_id='316654' first='Riley' last='Gallagher-Szerlip'] plays as a midfielder for [program_tooltip program_id='278060' first='Michigan' last='Hawks ECNL'] 2011. She is a brave and hard working player who looks to go forward often. Defensively, she tracks her marks well and is strong into tackles. She cuts passes and does well to connect her passes after winning the ball back for her team. Gallagher-Szerlip showed to have good timing in her movements off the ball and looks to support her teammates in the attacking third. Overall, [player_tooltip player_id='316654' first='Riley' last='Gallagher-Szerlip'] is a consistent individual who covers most of the pitch during a match.     [player_tooltip player_id='332150' first='Elin' last='Janz'] plays as a midfielder for [program_tooltip program_id='278060' first='Michigan' last='Hawks ECNL'] 2011. She is a hard working and defensive minded player. Janz gives players very little time on the ball and doesn't sky away from tackles. She supports the backline in good areas and has good passing. In possession, she will join the attack in the right moments and has good awareness. [player_tooltip player_id='332150' first='Elin' last='Janz'] is a brave individual that doesn't quit on any opportunity to win the ball back for her team and looks to support her teammates in the attacking third.     [player_tooltip player_id='336390' first='Blakely' last='Bickerstaff'] played as a forward for [program_tooltip program_id='278060' first='Michigan' last='Hawks ECNL'] 2011. She is tall, fast and doesn't sky away from the defensive work as a forward. Bickerstaff scored the first goal of the game from a corner. She had good movement in the box and was able to win the ball in the air to score a header early in the second half. As a player, she does well to create space for herself and chances in the attacking third. On the ball, Bickerstaff makes good decisions and connects with her teammates often. She has great passing and awareness. Her vision is great and she has a willingness to take players on in good moments.   [player_tooltip player_id='336390' first='Blakely' last='Bickerstaff'] is a key player in the attacking game for Michigan Hawks 2011. She brings a different style of play to the forwards that makes a difference for her team.

The Michigan Hawks ECNL 2011 Girls showcased to be a strong team against Eclipse Select Soccer Club with their 3-0 win earlier this month. The Hawks do well to build their attacks and move at a pace they set. In possession, they do a great job of using the whole field and move well together. In the attacking third they showed early that they are dangerous from multiple areas on the pitch. The goals scored during this match showed how much of a threat they are in the air and can find a gap within the backline. Defensively, they hold their formation well and cut passes making it difficult for their opponents to break through their lines. For this match, 3-0 was a good win for Michigan Hawks 2011 in this match and they could have had more. The Hawks have showcased to be a strong team this year.