Colorado Rapids G10 Defeat HEX FC Bucks G10 2–0 in KC

Colorado Rapids G10 earned a 2–0 victory over HEX FC Bucks G10 following a competitive opening half. The match began evenly, with both teams focused on possession and building attacks. HEX FC Bucks created moments in the attacking third during the first 20 minutes that could have lead to goals.   Colorado showed confidence playing out of the back from the opening moments of the game. Despite box-to-box play, clear chances were limited. Colorado nearly broke the deadlock from a corner midway through the half. They had scored but the goal was disallowed for a foul. HEX FC Bucks finished the half strongly with a high press and a corner opportunity. Although they created the chance, the score remained 0–0.   Colorado struck early in the second half when Elsa Zapotocky converted a free kick from 25 yards. The Rapids doubled their lead in the 56th minute as Aubrie Smith set up Sophia Nicolosi to finish. Colorado Rapids controlled the majority of what we left in the second half to secure the win.    Lucia Aspiazu played as a defender and as a midfielder during this match for Colorado Rapids G10. She quickly showcased her strength and consistency. Aspiazu was able to make a positive impact on both sides of the pitch.   In possession, she has good movement off the ball and shows at good angles. Lucia is constantly moving when she is on the field and supports those around her well. Her passing is accurate, consistent, and to feet. Notably, she has great awareness on and off the ball.   Defensively, Aspiazu recovers well for those around her and is strong into tackles. She communicates well and helps organizing marks. Additionally, she is hard working and will put her body on the line to prevent her opponents from having opportunities. Ultimately, Lucia Aspiazu is a key player for Colorado Rapids G10 and makes a difference when she is on the pitch.     Elsa Zapotocky played as a midfielder during this match for Colorado Rapids G10. Throughout this match, she did well connecting with teammates and looking to break lines. She is tall, strong, and attacking minded.   In possession, she showcased her ability on the ball and did well supporting the other midfielders. Her passing was consistent and she showed at good angles to be an option. Zapotocky has good movement and checks her shoulder often. Notably, she scored the first goal of the match from a free kick outside the box that put her team ahead.   Defensively, she cuts passes out well and stays connected with the other midfielders. Elsa is confident into challenges and does well to connect a pass after winning the ball. Overall, Elsa Zapotocky is a strong midfielder for Colorado Rapids G10.     Sophia Nicolosi played as a midfielder for Colorado Rapids G10. During this match, she quickly showcased her pace, creative ideas, and drive to make a difference in the attacking half. She has good awareness and makes a positive impact on both sides of the pitch.   In possession, Nicolosi did well to combine with teammates and showed good movement off the ball. She made good decisions with the ball and her passes was accurate. Sophia displayed patience when needed and did well to create chances for her team.   Additionally, she showed that she will take chances when the opportunity is available. Nicolosi scored the second goal of the match and took the opportunity well. Defensively, she works back to help and cuts passes well. Ultimately, Sophia Nicolosi is a strong attacking player for Colorado Rapids G10. She is a threat in the attacking third and showed to make a positive impact when she was on the pitch.     Sarina Igval played as a defender and as a forward for HEX FC Bucks G10 during this match. She had a good performance and showed to be a hard working individual. Igval is an attacking minded player that made a positive impact from both positions throughout the match.   In possession, she showed a willingness to take opponents on and dribble when space was available. She looked to combine with her teammates and was brave in her efforts to create chances in the attacking half. Sarina made good runs and was often times in good areas to get on the ball.   Defensively, Igval showed to be strong and used her body well to win the ball back. After winning the ball, she looks to connect a pass and join the attack. She cuts passes and does well to force opponents away from goal. Overall, Sarina Igval is a key player for HEX FC Bucks G10. She makes a difference on both sides of the pitch and can play multiple roles to help her team.

Colorado Rapids G10 earned a 2–0 victory over HEX FC Bucks G10 following a competitive opening half. The match began evenly, with both teams focused on possession and building attacks. HEX FC Bucks created moments in the attacking third during the first 20 minutes that could have lead to goals.