Rec+ Ocala: Players To Watch

As we enter Summer League season during this time of year, there is lots of focus on what is to come. In this offseason that precedes the winter season ahead, there are many "Summer Leagues" that players have the opportunity to play in. There are sanctioned, organized leagues which help players have a legitimate platform to participate in.   Today, we will look at [program_tooltip program_id='283350' first='Florida' last='Premier'] FC's Rec+ (also known as 'REC+' or 'Rec Plus), which offers a club neutral competition. With several locations, our focus here is with the standout performers so far in Ocala:    Consistent distribution shown over time on goal kicks in playing a midfielder to a clean touch. Having control and mastering long balls across the width of the field shows the calmness in playing out of imminent pressure to find a path forward. Quick reflexes when coming to ground with side foot saves or by moving across for dives.     A winger who exudes the confidence asked of the moment when playing to goal as a direct, high usage threat. Coming from midfield to the final third, you see a direct sprint on the dribble while control is maintained. From there, a midfielder can open up and support, or a duel can be entered for a better position on goal.     A dynamic, offensive minded player who attacks down the middle successfully frequently across the match when the space opens up. Knows how to turn when receiving to keep possession regardless of the situation. Finding runners across when they are a choice. Simple yet effective dribbling in different directions, reeling in defenders before beating them with feints or half dribble skill moves.     Uses pace as an advantage in high tempo play, beating the press, aiding the transition, and being a force across the front of midfield in open play. Understanding how the opposition struggles in build up, or how his own side transitions helps aid momentum forward. Dribbling in open space and finding wide passes are examples of these positive contributions.     Featuring in a back four, Hall has the realization of when to push up with the unit, and when to make a play on the individual level. Recognizing combination play as it comes whether down the middle or through a longer sequence, patience comes with the situational awareness before a tackle is put in, or support is given to teammates to make a play.     Comfortable contributing to a high possession side, this Trinity Catholic scholar is able to aid down the channels with the right layoff or short pass based on where support comes. On the defensive end, the right coverage is observed when closing on the congested midfield, having the knowhow to enter duels and safely end up as the victor in the situation.

As we enter Summer League season during this time of year, there is lots of focus on what is to come. In this offseason that precedes the winter season ahead, there are many "Summer Leagues" that players have the opportunity to play in. There are sanctioned, organized leagues which help players have a legitimate platform to participate in.

Today, we will look at Florida Premier FC's Rec+ (also known as 'REC+' or 'Rec Plus), which offers a club neutral competition. With several locations, our focus here is with the standout performers so far in Ocala: