Keystone FC 11G GA Earns Spot in Girls Academy Finals

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[program_tooltip program_id='283669' first='Keystone' last='FC'] 11G GA earned their place in the Girls Academy Finals after a strong playoff run. They finished with two wins and two draws. The group scored four goals while conceding just twice. They showed the balance they have on both sides of the ball. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Defensively, [program_tooltip program_id='283669' first='Keystone' last='FC'] stayed compact. They consistently get numbers behind the ball and limit space for opponents to exploit. In possession, they showed confidence connecting passes through the midfield while also showing that they can play more directly against high defensive lines. Their movement off the ball and willingness to combine in tight areas created quality attacking opportunities throughout the weekend. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The midfield proved to be a major strength. Every player who stepped into the midfield made a positive impact and helped dictate the tempo. If [program_tooltip program_id='283669' first='Keystone' last='FC'] 11G GA carry this disciplined defensive shape and composed possession style into the weekend, they will be a difficult challenge for opponents to break down.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Players To Watch</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">Forwards</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":380985,"_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-6a4f6fd461d49"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='380985' first='Keira' last='Steel'] plays as a forward for [program_tooltip program_id='283669' first='Keystone' last='FC'] 11G GA. She is a hardworking, attacking-minded individual who doesn't quit when she is on the pitch. Steel showed that her work off the ball has just as much of an impact as it does when she has the ball at her feet. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Defensively, Keira displayed that she is wiling to cut passes and press the backline of their opponents. Her pace and awareness make her a threat to opponents on both sides of the ball. Steel does well to recognize where the backline is on the pitch. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In possession, Keira does well to challenge opponents with her movement to get on the ball. She can make runs to get the ball in behind and can drop down into open gaps to be an option. Overall, [player_tooltip player_id='380985' first='Keira' last='Steel'] is a strong attacking player for [program_tooltip program_id='283669' first='Keystone' last='FC'] 11G GA. Her positioning is good and she can create a positive moment for her team with the ball at her feet or from her work rate defensively. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">Midfielders</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["375915"],"_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-6a4eb808a4989"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='375915' first='Marissa' last='Lenker'] plays as a midfielder for [program_tooltip program_id='283669' first='Keystone' last='FC'] 11G GA. She had a string of excellent performances throughout the playoffs. Her style of play is calm, consistent, and brave.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In possession, Lenker shows at good angles and does well to find open spaces to get on the ball. Her passes are strong and accurate. Notably, Marissa makes good decisions when she has the ball at her feet, finding teammates in open spaces to continue keeping possession. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Defensively, Lenker is consistent and aware. She stays connected and tracks marks. When challenging for the ball, she puts all her effort into winning the ball. Ultimately, [player_tooltip player_id='375915' first='Marissa' last='Lenker'] is a controlled and accurate midfielder for [program_tooltip program_id='283669' first='Keystone' last='FC'] 11G GA. She is an important piece in the success her team has had. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["375914"],"_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-6a4f6fd461ebe"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='375914' first='Rylie' last='Alvarez'] plays as a midfielder for [program_tooltip program_id='283669' first='Keystone' last='FC'] 11G GA. She showed creativity, confidence, and awareness throughout the playoffs. Alvarez's performances over the playoffs were excellent and made an impact in [program_tooltip program_id='283669' first='Keystone' last='FC'] having moments in the attacking half. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Off the ball, Rylie has great movement and checks her shoulder before receiving the ball. Her runs are well-timed and into good areas on the pitch. She stays connected and does well to take space ahead of her with the ball at her feet. On the ball, Alvarez looks to combine and connect with her teammates. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>She created a number of chances throughout the playoffs with her ability to see where spaces are and recognizing gaps in the opponents' formation. Defensively, Rylie cut passes, strong into tackles, and was tight to her marks making it difficult to get around. Overall, [player_tooltip player_id='375914' first='Rylie' last='Alvarez'] is a game changer for [program_tooltip program_id='283669' first='Keystone' last='FC'] 11G GA on both sides of the ball. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["339606"],"_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-6a4f6fd461fb3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='339606' first='Anna' last='Schaedler'] plays as a midfielder for [program_tooltip program_id='283669' first='Keystone' last='FC'] 11G GA. She is a hardworking, calm player who showed that she helps keep the consistency in the midfield when she is on the pitch. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Defensively, Schaedler did well to follow her marks and cut off passes to her opponents. She stayed connected and did well to show as an option as soon as [program_tooltip program_id='283669' first='Keystone' last='FC'] won the ball back. Notably, Anna did communicate off the ball to help keep the team organized. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>On the ball, Schaedler showcased good decision making. She knew how to take the space ahead of her and when to pass the ball. Her movement was excellent and she did well to put herself in good areas to be a threat. Overall, [player_tooltip player_id='339606' first='Anna' last='Schaedler'] is a strong player for [program_tooltip program_id='283669' first='Keystone' last='FC'] and did well to have a positive impact when she was on the pitch. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading">Defenders</h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":380988,"_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-6a4f6fd4620a9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='380988' first='Karra' last='Johnson'] plays as a defender for [program_tooltip program_id='283669' first='Keystone' last='FC'] 11G GA. She is a tall, strong center back that had a string of good performances throughout the playoffs. Johnson displayed that she has a high energy style of play that prevents opponents an easy way to create chances. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Defensively, Karra did well to be touch tight with a number of forwards over the weekend, preventing easy turns. She covers well for others and will follow a player to make a tackle. Additionally, she communicates well and helps keep the team organized. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In possession, she makes good decisions with the ball in their defensive third. Johnson has good passing and takes space well with the ball at her feet. Overall, [player_tooltip player_id='380988' first='Karra' last='Johnson'] is a strong defender that can make a match challenging for a target nine. She does well to make tackles and is an important piece in the success [program_tooltip program_id='283669' first='Keystone' last='FC'] have had. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->