Michigan Hawks 2011 Magic Win 1–0 vs Missouri Rush

Michigan Hawks 2011 Magic earned a 1–0 win over Missouri Rush in a very even match. The Hawks started off a bit shaky, and Missouri Rush controlled the early moments. Rush moved the ball well and found open spaces to push forward. Michigan played more direct and often gave possession back quickly. Their center backs stayed solid and made it hard for Rush to break through. Around the 15-minute mark, Michigan settled in and spent more time in Missouri's half. Both teams then struggled to build out and went more direct as halftime approached.   The second half showed improvement from both sides. Michigan kept the ball better and connected more passes, which led to stronger chances. Missouri Rush also pushed forward but couldn't break the Hawks' back line. In the end, a penalty earned by Michigan Hawks 2011 Magic made the difference. The penalty secured their narrow 1–0 victory.    [player_tooltip player_id='332334' first='Jennsyn' last='Sweeney'] played as a center back for Michigan Hawks 2011 Magic during this match. She is confident into tackles, uses her body well to protect the ball, and has a strong right foot. Sweeney showcased that she doesn't let her opponents past easily. She supports her teammate well and stays connected with the backline. Additionally, she recovers well for her teammates and connects her passes often. Overall, [player_tooltip player_id='332334' first='Jennsyn' last='Sweeney'] is a strong player for Michigan Hawks and does well to prevent opponents from having more chances in the defensive third.     [player_tooltip player_id='332333' first='Lilah' last='Detter'] played as a center back for Michigan Hawks 2011 Magic for this match. She is tall, confident, and strong. Detter showcased early in the match that she looks to connect with her teammates rather than trying to bypass the midfield. She uses her body well to protect and win the ball. She recovers well for others and supports at good angles.   Additionally, Detter showed that she likes to be a step ahead by already having ideas in her head before getting the ball. She is confident protecting the ball with players on her back and making the good decisions rather than rushing. Detter can also lead her teammates into space ahead with her passing with the right pace. Overall, [player_tooltip player_id='332333' first='Lilah' last='Detter'] played very well throughout this match and showed that she makes a difference on the pitch.     Audrey McAlister played as a midfielder for Missouri Rush 2011. She is constantly involved in the attacking play and looks to combine to go forward. McAlister gives everything she has while she is on the pitch. She has good passing and has the ability to find the open player.   She is one of the key players that was able to switch the play often to cause problems to Michigan. McAlister tracks her marks well and often checks her shoulder. She has good awareness on the pitch and is able to find gaps to get on the ball. Overall, Audrey McAlister made a difference for Missouri rush throughout this match and showed her abilities in being able to find the open player to help the team move up the pitch.     Korryn McBride played as a defender throughout this match for Missouri Rush 2011. She showcased quickly in this match to have great movement off the ball, a willingness to join the attack, and supports her teammates well. McBride stayed connected well with the back line but knew the right moments of when to take advantage of the space ahead of her. She is strong into challenges and connects her passes often.   McBride is intentional with her movements and decisions. She showed that she thinks about how she passes to her teammates and looks to play to correct foot rather than just passing to a target. She tracks her mark well and doesn't give up on any action she is involved in. Ultimately, Korryn McBride is a strong player for Missouri Rush and makes a difference on both halves of the pitch.     Olivia Pedrys plays as a forward and as a midfielder for Michigan Hawks 2011 Magic. She has a good touch and showed early in the match that she is comfortable having the ball at feet. Pedrys works back to support the back line and showed to have good ball control under pressure.   Out of possession, Pedrys is willing to work back and press opponents that are near to try to win the ball back. In the attacking third, she has good ideas at creating chances for her team but also looks to take opportunities for herself. She created the chance that lead to her team being awarded the penalty kick. In summary, Olivia Pedrys is a consistent player for Michigan Hawks 2011 Magic and looks to make a difference in the attacking half for her team.

Michigan Hawks 2011 Magic earned a 1–0 win over Missouri Rush in a very even match. The Hawks started off a bit shaky, and Missouri Rush controlled the early moments. Rush moved the ball well and found open spaces to push forward. Michigan played more direct and often gave possession back quickly. Their center backs stayed solid and made it hard for Rush to break through. Around the 15-minute mark, Michigan settled in and spent more time in Missouri's half. Both teams then struggled to build out and went more direct as halftime approached.