Ohio Elite SA G10 Battles Back for 1–1 Draw at ECNL Kansas City

The matchup between Ohio Elite SA ECNL G10 and Oklahoma Energy FC ECNL G10 opened with high intensity. Both sides played direct and created a hectic first few minutes opening the game. By the 10-minute mark, the game settled, allowing Oklahoma to establish possession while Ohio Elite looked to use the full width of the field.   Oklahoma generated several chances in the first half, but the Ohio Elite goalkeeper produced key saves to keep the match level. The final stretch of the first half had both teams pushing for the opening goal. The second half began much like the first. Fast and direct but Oklahoma Energy broke through around the 60th minute. They capitalized on high pressure by forcing a turnover and finishing their chance. This was the opening goal of the match, making it 1–0 for Oklahoma Energy.   Ohio Elite responded late, gaining momentum through set pieces. In the 75th minute, a well-struck free kick slipped past the keeper making it 1-1. Although Oklahoma Energy did create more chances, Ohio Elite continued to work from the opening moments of this match to the end, earning them a 1-1 result.    Karringtyn Wilder played as a midfielder and as a forward during this match for Ohio Elite SA G10. Wilder quickly showed her pace, ability on the ball, and positioning to be effective for her team. She is strong, has great control of the ball, and does well under pressure. In possession, she showcased to have good body shape and to check her shoulder often to be an option.   Wilder displayed good positioning in both positions and consistency in trying to create chances for herself and her teammates. Her movement is great in the midfield and has a good understanding of where spaces are throughout a match. Additionally, she did show to be a threat in the box with her height and willingness to win the ball in the air.   Overall, Karringtyn Wilder is a strong and consistent player for Ohio Elite SA G10. She is a hard working individual that does well to make a positive impact in the attacking half for her team when she is on the pitch.     Seren Phillips plays as a forward and a midfielder for Oklahoma Energy FC G10. During this match, she was in an attacking role more often on the right side of the pitch. Phillips showcased to be a brave, fast, and creative player. She looks to connect passes often and shows in good areas of the pitch to be an option.   Seren had the opportunities to show her dribbling abilities during this match and brave decision making by taking players on well in the attacking half. Defensively, she works hard and does well to cut passes out. She is strong into tackles and doesn't shy away from challenges.   Ultimately, Seren Phillips is a creating thinking attacking player. She has good ideas in the attacking half, looks to create chances for herself and those around her, and is a threat with the ball at her feet.     Keira Buckholtz plays as a midfielder for Ohio Elite SA G10 and did during this match. She quickly showcased to be a consistent player throughout this match and to be a key individual in Ohio keeping the ball. Buckholtz takes spaces ahead of her well and isn't shy to use her foot skills to get out of tight areas.   Keira displayed that she has good ideas on the ball and passes well. In possession, she holds spaces well and recognizes where she can be an option and an outlet for teammates. She is confident dribbling and under pressure. Defensively, she does well to track players and is strong into tackles.   Ultimately, Keira Buckholtz is a strong player for Ohio Elite SA and makes a difference in the midfield on both sides of the ball. Her vision and understanding of their style of play helps her decision making which is a positive impact throughout a match for Ohio Elite SA.     Sofia Chavira played as a midfielder and as a forward during this match for Oklahoma Energy FC. She is a quick, clever, and creative attacking minded player. Chavira is comfortable and confident in her passing abilities which she showcased throughout this match.   She looks to connect with teammates and join the attack as play progresses forward. Chavira showed that she is comfortable under pressure and does very well keeping possession on the half turn. She is aware of those around her and is brave in her decision making. Defensively, she is strong and does well to track marks.   Overall, Sofia Chavira is a strong player for Oklahoma Energy FC G10. She is consistent on both sides of the ball and brings a different style of creativeness in possession.     Ava Walker plays as a forward of Ohio Elite SA G10. She is strong, aware, and quick. She has good positioning and looks to connect with her teammates often. Additionally, Walker has good ideas in the attacking half. Although she may not be getting the ball, she does well to create spaces for her teammates to attack.   In possession, Ava is brave on the ball and will take players on. She showcased her dribbling ability and uses her body well to keep the ball. Walker showed that her pace is one of her strengths and can be a threat to a backline. Defensively, she works hard to make it more difficult for her opponents to switch the ball.   Ultimately, Ava Walker is a strong attacking player for Ohio Elite SA. She brings a different style of threat to a back line and will continuously put everything she has into making a difference in the attacking third.

The matchup between Ohio Elite SA ECNL G10 and Oklahoma Energy FC ECNL G10 opened with high intensity. Both sides played direct and created a hectic first few minutes opening the game. By the 10-minute mark, the game settled, allowing Oklahoma to establish possession while Ohio Elite looked to use the full width of the field.