Friday, June 7, 2013
As the Super Y-League kicks off for 2013, the goals have already started to fly in. Players throughout the league have begun to showcase their talent, helping their teams pick up early season points.
Ironbound SC U15 is one team that has gotten off to a hot start, taking seven points from its opening three games, including a decisive victory against F.A. Euro - New York Magic U15.
F.A. Euro - New York Magic U14 has also started well, with a notable 2-0 win against Princeton Soccer Association. F.A. Euro has taken a perfect nine points from its first three games with an impressive tally of 14 goals scored.
Christopher Solis
Ironbound SC U15
Solis has emerged as the leading scorer for Ironbound SC this season, netting five goals to go with one assist in the team’s first three games. Solis has been described as both a talented midfielder and a great forward. Not only is he a goal scorer, his vision and passing have been noted by his coaches.
“It is an honor to coach Chris and to watch this young man grow as a soccer player,” Ironbound SC Coach Manny Antunes said. “He has been playing some of his best soccer as of late. I can only wait and see what the future holds for this talented young man if he keeps progressing like he is”.
“The future is his to own.”
John Antunes
Ironbound SC U15
Ironbound SC boasts another top league performer in Antunes. Antunes has gathered four assists in the young season to put an early stamp on the fall. In addition to posting big numbers, Antunes has been described a leader on the field, bringing up the level of play for all of his teammates.
“It is an honor to coach and to be involved in this young man’s soccer journey,” Coach Antunes said. “He is one of the most dedicated players I have ever coached.”
Nick Garzon
F.A. Euro-New York Magic U14
Garzon has been tearing it up this U14 season as his team’s top goal scorer with five thus far. Garzon threatened Princeton with his pace and powerful running throughout in a recent 2-0 F.A. Euro win, creating many opportunities both for himself and his teammates. In the end, his pair of goals was enough to secure all three points for his team.
"Nick was our most dangerous player throughout the match. What’s scary is that I would tell you, and I know Nick would agree, that this was not his best performance,” Head Coach Adam Marcu said.
“This could be a pretty special season for Nick."
Steven Fernandez
F.A. Euro-New York Magic U14
Fernandez has been a consistent standout for his F.A. Euro - New York Magic team. This season Fernandez has scored once to go along with the two assists he picked up against the Princeton U14s. Fernandez did not start the match, but contributed instantly, assisting fellow substitute Garzon with his first touch of the game. Fernandez assisted Garzon again later in the match for FA Euro’s second goal. On the ball, Fernandez was constantly a problem for Princeton, displaying superb foot-skill throughout his time on the field.
"Steve was pure class today,” Marcu said. “His skill on the ball is just unreal for his age. He is the player that guys on the sideline depend upon, and just sort of wait to see what he’s going do when he gets on the ball.
“The play of the game on Sunday was probably a near miss for us that Steve set up with a gem of a pass. I often forget that he is really a U13 - he’s an amazing talent."