Boys U11 White team splits pair of Futsal games

The Plymouth United U11 boys White team returned from a two-week break from games to split a pair of weekend Futsal contests in Novi.
United dropped an 11-2 decision to the Dearborn Heights Soccer Club's "A" team on Sunday. A day earlier, the White team erased a three-goal deficit in a 9-4 win over the Livonia City Soccer Club Meteors.
Dylan Schmitzerle played exceptionally well in goal in Sunday's loss, making countless saves _ many from point-blank range _ to keep the game as close as it was.
Despite the lopsided score, United never quit, getting on the board nine minutes into the first half when Alex Cross stole an inbounds pass, dribbled in on goal and beat the DHSC's goalie with a shot into the lower right corner of the goal.
The White team's other score also came as a result of a tremendous individual effort. Ashton Quinn was fouled hard halfway between midfield and the goal line in the attacking zone. He was awarded a free kick, placed the ball down and calmly fired it low and hard into the corner of the net.
The goals came more frequently for United on Saturday, but not at first.
Livonia led 3-0 after 22 minutes before an Ashton-to-Dylan pass resulted in a United goal. The floodgates opened from there with the boys scoring the game's next eight goals _ four by Alex, two by Nathan Hunt, and one each by Gabe Rosas and Oliver Horswill.
The White team returns to game action on Feb. 25.

U9 Girls Continue Streak

The 03GirlsBlue team defeated the Dynamites 10-2 in another exciting game. Despite being short several players, the girls dominated with great passing, footwork and improved strategy while moving the ball down the field. In goal were Laura and Abby, both of whom blocked many attempts on goal from the Dynamites. Many players helped out by scoring including Caitlyn, Claire, Katie, Laura, Lilliana, Zoe and Ryleigh. (If I missed your player, let me know. It was a fast-paced game!)

I can't wait to see them play next week!

03 GirlsBlue Defeats Bubblegum Girls

The U9 Girls Team dominated the Bubblegum Girls by winning 11-3. It was a great team effort led by Ryleigh, Abby, Claire, Lillie, Caitlyn, Katie and Zoe who all score goals. United came out strong, took the lead and never looked back. Goalies Laura and Talia made some great saves.

03GirlsBlue Lose Indoor Opener

The U9 Girls had a tough loss Saturday against the Canton Celtic 03 White team, losing 5-2. Ryleigh Reed scored early in the first half. Lizzy Backer scored in the second half. All of the players demonstrated superior footwork and control of the ball. It's nice to see them back on the field!