Girls Gel in Tournament

Day One of the BRYC Fall Kick Off Tournament was rained out, which was a disappointment for all. But organizers moved the tournament to a nearby turf field and salvaged two of the planned four games.

The Xtreme 98 Red squad gelled beautifully in Game 1 against PWSI Courage 98 Gold. The first half was played almost exclusively in Courage's end with Xtreme controlling the ball and the pace of the game with spot on passing. But Courage held their own and their keeper made some excellent stops and had help from her full squad.

At half time the score was 0-0. But that wouldn't last.

Reina found the back of the net quickly in the second half with the foot pictured.

Courage fought back, finding their game and pressuring Xtreme's goal keeper, Carson, on loan from her sister's squad. But Carson, energized from the day before where she notched three shut-outs in the Frederick, MD Scrimmagefest, shut down Courage.

And Mariana, on loan from the White team, put the game away with another strike.

The game ended 2-0.



After a short rest and ice cream, Xtreme took the pitch again to face another team in the PWSI Courage system, the Black squad.

Both teams notched several great chances, but Xtreme was simply unable to find the back of the net. Something Courage Black was able to do more than once. The game ended 3-0 for Courage Black.

While the split wasn't ideal, the important thing is that the girls got out and played in real game situations, dusted off those cobwebs, and really connected as a team. The two new players, Kendall and Erin G. stepped right in and immediately began contributing, as did our two guest players from White, Mariana and Melanie, and Carson, who of course played with Xtreme 98 Red for several seasons.

All in all, a good, fun experience, despite the shortened schedule. Check out the slideshow of some photos from the day.

Thanks to everyone who came out today, beared with the ever-changing schedule, and helped cheer on Xtreme from the sidelines!