Missouri Rush G11 Defeat South Carolina United G11 2–1

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Missouri Rush G11 earned a 2–1 victory over South Carolina United G11 in a hectic and scrappy contest dominated by set pieces. Missouri Rush struck early, scoring directly from a corner within the opening minutes to take a 1–0 lead. The tempo remained high, with both teams playing direct and looking to attack quickly in possession. South Carolina United responded around the 20-minute mark. They capitalized on their first corner as a loose ball in the box was placed to the back post over the keeper.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>While both sides struggled at times with execution, Missouri Rush created more chances and controlled more possession in the first half. The second half saw improved composure for a period of time for both teams. A corner in the 65th minute led to the decisive goal. Missouri Rush reacted quickest to a spilled save to put their team ahead. Both teams pushed for a late goal, but Missouri Rush managed to hold their lead.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Gabriella Morris","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2029","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"null","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"101","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"Missouri Rush ECNL","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-694a5446e4c39"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Gabriella Morris plays as a defender for Missouri Rush G11. During this match, she played as a center back and showcased to be a key player on both sides of the ball. She is tall, smart, and confident. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Morris scored the first goal of the match directly from a corner. She showed to have consistent and accurate corners throughout the match. Outside of corners, Gabriella displayed good passing and decision making. She has great movement and supports teammates well. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Defensively, Morris is strong into challenges and stays connected with the back line. She has good habits with body shape, awareness, and communicates with those around her. Additionally, she tracks marks well and doesn't allow her opponents much time on the ball. Ultimately, Gabriella Morris is a strong player for Missouri Rush G11 and makes a positive impact on the pitch. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["320274"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-694a5446e4cc3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Charlotte Fowler plays as a midfielder for Missouri Rush G11. She is a brave individual that has a good touch and has good ideas when she is on the ball. Fowler displayed confidence on the ball and had a willingness to take opponents on. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Additionally, she often looks to switch the ball and find open players in space. Her positioning is good and she shows at angles for her teammates. Fowler uses her body well to protect the ball and communicates throughout a match. Defensively, she stays connected with the other midfielders and is brave into challenges. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>She tracks opponents well and showed to be good at cutting passes. Notably, she scored Missouri Rush's second goal of the match from a loose ball in the box. Overall, Charlotte Fowler displayed a good performance in this hectic match. Her movement on and off the ball made a difference in Missouri's chances and her second goal secured the result for her team. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["320268"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-694a5446e4d3e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Julianna Bell plays as a forward and as a midfielder for Missouri Rush G11. During this match, she played as a forward. Bell is quick, looks to create chances often, and is hard working. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">She showcased her foot skills early in the match and her ability to take players on. Additionally, she uses her body well to protect the ball and connects her passes in the middle third. Bell has good ideas when she has the ball at her feet. Her crosses are consistent and accurate. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Defensively, she is strong into challenges. She doesn't allow opponents to turn easily and will work back as far as she is needed. Ultimately, Julianna Bell is a attacking minded player for Missouri Rush G11 that makes a positive impact in the attacking half of the pitch.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["342399"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-694a63fb030d1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Emmersen Curran plays as a midfielder and as a defender for Missouri Rush G11. She played as a midfielder during this match and stood out for her consistency and accuracy. Curran has good decision making and a positive impact on both sides of the ball. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Notably, she has great movement off the ball and supports her teammates at good angles. When the opportunity is available, she will join the attack and help create chances. Curran does well to protect the ball by using her body. In possession, she showcased accurate passing and does well to switch the ball.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Defensively, she supports the backline well and stays connected with the other midfielders. Emmersen doesn't give her opponents much space and is willing to challenge for any ball that comes near her. Overall, Emmersen Curran is a strong, consistent player for Missouri Rush G11. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->