Double Victory! U9 and U13 Elite Girls Teams Bring Home Championships at Play for 8 Cup
We are very proud to announce that both our U9 Elite Girls and U13 Elite Girls teams captured championship titles at the Play for 8 Cup!
The U9 Elite Girls team brought home the silverware in an outstanding tournament performance. Competing against local competition in a 7v7 format, they delivered exceptional teamwork and individual brilliance to advance to the final, where they faced a rival in Parkland Soccer Club. In an intense, fast-paced match, our girls maintained their composure and played with passion, securing a 2-0 victory. Their defense was solid, responding to every challenge Parkland presented, while their control of the game showcased their growth and teamwork. They successfully secured not just the cup, but the clean sheet!
Coach Roxy shared her thoughts on the team’s performance: “The girls competed with heart and played together, keeping possession and defending everything Parkland threw at them. It was a high-paced, exciting game, and they had so much fun out there!”
Our U13 Girls also claimed the championship, beating a local club FC Prime in the final with a performance that displayed the same skill, determination, and sportsmanship they shown throughout the season. Their journey, like the U9 team’s, is a testament to the hard work of our players, the dedication of our coaches, and the support of our families. Their trophy will look great alongside the Lake Nona silverware they claimed earlier this season!
The Play for 8 Cup’s round-robin format emphasizes competition, and both teams rose to that call in each match, from the beginning to the end. Congratulations to our U9 Elite Girls and U13 Girls teams on these fantastic wins! Let's keep the momentum going!
"The Play for 8 Cup is established in honor of Alyssa Alhadeff, a 14-year-old soccer player with Parkland Soccer Club, who was one of 17 students and teachers who lost her life in the school shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School on February 14, 2018 (Valentine’s Day). Tournament proceeds will be donated to Make Our Schools Safe, a 501(c)3 national non-profit organization dedicated to protecting students and teachers at school. Founded by Alyssa’s parents, the mission is to empower students and staff to help create and maintain a culture of safety and vigilance in a secure school environment."
If you would like to learn more, or make a donation to Make Our Schools Safe,
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