TDS’ third Combine in Chicago showcased one hundred of the region’s top players. Players were evaluated in technical and tactical sessions, as well as small sided and full field games.

Girls in the best XI came from leading clubs like Vardar, Sockers FC, and FC Wisconsin Eclipse.

GK Ashley Ingolia, NSA Premier (2014): Very solid goalkeeper. Good with the ball at her feet, makes very good decisions under pressure and communicates and organizes well.

D Eliza Beird, Grand Rapids Crew Jrs (2015): A very tenacious defender who wins a lot of tackles, and is very fierce in closing the ball down. Doesn’t allow attackers much time on the ball, and has the physical attributes to develop into a very good player.

D Jenna Staudt, Vardar (2015): Very strong player defensively. Uses her body well to separate opponents from the ball, is very accurate with long services and is good building the ball out of the back. Excellent center back with potential for the next level.

D Emily Boyd, Sockers FC (2015): A versatile defender who is able to play a variety of positions across the backline, Boyd is a good tackler of the ball and possesses good speed and agility while on the ball.

D Stephanie Sotiropoulos, Legacy FC (2016): Stephanie is a solid young defender who understands defensive technique well. She wins a lot of tackles with her tackling ability and defensive positioning.

MF Emily Ramos, Colorado Storm (2016): Ramos reads the game very well and has a solid technical base. Has the potential to develop into a legitimate impact player.

MF Hannah Jones, Vardar (2016): Superb technique and tactical awareness. Moves the ball very confidently in the buildup, and is an excellent passer. Knows when to keep it simple, and when to play the dangerous through ball to set teammates up, Jones has the potential to be a classic No. 10 midfielder who makes an impact in the college game.

MF Sarah Kozlowski, Sockers FC (2015): Makes very good decisions while on the ball, and moves into space off the ball exceptionally well. Great passer and link up play in the final third, and did well in both the full-field and small sided games.

MF Bianca Madonia, Sockers FC (2014): Technical skills are very advanced. First touch is solid, and makes excellent decisions under pressure.

MF/F Mackenzie Challoner, FC Wisconsin Eclipse (2015): Excelled during the small-sided games at the Combine. Communicates often and effectively for teammates and is physically fit and quick.

F Danielle Dahl, Madison FC (2015): Technical dribbling and passing were both good at the Combine. Makes good decisions and executes under pressure, and is able to provide good service into the box from the wing. Quick and agile player who impressed during the full field game.

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