ECNL Phoenix Showcase: Beach FC (CA) G09 vs San Juan SC G09

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This match started quickly but both teams quickly settled in. After Beach FC (CA) regained possession, they showed to be calm in possession and were comfortable keeping it. San Juan SC did well to keep their shape off the ball. From goal kicks, San Juan showed that they can high press well as a team. Beach FC (CA) did well on to recognize gaps after winning the ball back and going forward. Most of this match was nearly even for both teams but San Juan had more chances in the attacking third. San Juan was awarded a penalty kick in the first half that was well taken by Emma Sullivan. Both teams show they try to connect to go forward rather than playing it over the top. Overall, San Juan SC won 1-0 but this match was a high level and competitive match. Both teams had chances and showcased that they look to use the whole pitch in their style of play.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["112148"],"_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-682d755717c67"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Grace Murray played as a midfielder for Beach FC (CA) G09. She showcased to be a clever and smart player in her decision making. Murray has great movement off the ball, shows in good areas to be effective, and has a quick style of play. She can control the ball well and has a great touch that sets her up for her next action. She often checks her shoulder and looks to break lines when she can. Murray's passing is consistent and she looks to join into the attacking third. Her ability to be unpredictable to her opponents is a threat. Overall, Grace Murray is a strong, confident, and consistent game changer for Beach FC (CA) G09. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["280193"],"_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-682d755717cbe"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Emma Sullivan played as a right back for San Juan SC G09. She showed to be a quick and brave player. Sullivan has a willingness to join the attack and created a number of opportunities. She is attacking minded but also can play the simple pass before going forward. She is a hard working player who will make box to box runs when given the opportunity. Sullivan has good decision making and can recognize the spaces ahead of her. Overall, Emma Sullivan is a smart, brave defender who will take chance in the attacking third while also putting in a difference making challenge deep in her own half. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["111167"],"_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-682d755717d04"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Azaria Agbodike played as a striker for San Juan SC G09. She is a strong player who showed to be a threat in the attacking third. She will take chances when given the opportunity and can be creative in the box to create the best chance for her team. Agbodike is a smart and brave with the ball at her feet. She will take players on and look to connect with her teammates to get beyond the back line. She has good positioning and movement to get on the ball. Agbodike showed she doesn't shy away from the defensive responsibilities and can high press with her team well. Overall, Azaria Agbodike is a strong striker who can take chances in the attacking third but also can create for others. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["262367"],"_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-682d755717d45"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Isabel Casana played as a left back for Beach FC (CA) G09. She is a brave defender that showed she can handle pressure well. She stays connected with her back line and shows as an option often. Casana showcased that she is comfortable getting out of tight areas and looks to combine with her midfield to go forward. She has great movement off the ball and looks to join the attack in appropriate moments. Casana is also a problem solver. She can recognize and realize where the pressure is and find the outlet to get her team higher up the pitch. She is brave in her decisions and can take players on to relieve pressure in their own half. Overall, Isabel Casana is a brave and hard working defender. She will take risks to get her team up the pitch but is consistent in making a difference for her team. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->