Well, by popular demand here are the G06 break downs! I will be honest this year with a closed league I did not have the opportunity to watch and see as many teams as I usually do. Therefore I asked some of my friends (these guys are legit and known to many) to provide their perspectives about a few teams. A big thanks to Technician72 (AKA TECH), Software Test, and Kicker4Life.
With the rains, soggy fields, and the recent cancellations came the “sighs” of another lost weekend. Yet, just yet, it feels like a small build up to a defining moment. This age group has already been minutely split with ECNL. Now DA looms closer like a storm that will whisk many of these teams away in the near future. So, for some it is a time for them to make their mark. This event will inspire, frustrate, and bring forth a clash of styles and personalities. In the end there can only be “ONE”.
Just a reminder to all this is meant for fun and give a bit of insight on teams. There are 11 brackets and 44 teams. With 11 group winners and the top 5 wild card teams from round 1 advancing. Then a round of 16 until only two remain.
On another note this will be my last year. Hopefully someone fills in going forward.
Good luck to all. With that let’s begin!
Group A:
Legends FC G06 Pre-Academy
Empire SC G06
Beach FC LB Soler
Slammers FC G06 TD
Legends is a team I know far too well. Hell! Since day one starting with Chris Ramos (in 2012) they have been our thorn, yet over the years so much more, a true EL CLASSICO. Yes, they are el numero uno en Estados Unidos (hope my translation is correct). They are fast, physical, disciplined, hungry, and can play. Look for them to stretch you to the max and fly by you on the way to a goal. When they sub all you can ask is, “did they?” This is one deep bench. Empire SC has an abundance of athletes and an inspired coaching staff. These young ladies do not quit even if they are down. They understand what hard work is and have the grit between the teeth to show it. Beach (Soler) have some talented girls in key positions and are a well-coached group. They will give you everything they’ve got. Slammers FC is another a well-coached side. TD is a good coach with a tough a task, but seems to do so much under any situation. Look for Slammers to give their best.
Group B:
LGSD G06 Eckerlin Pre-Academy
San Diego SC G06 Academy Navy
LAGSB 06 PAII
Beach FC SB 06
LAGSD is a disciplined and organized collective of players. They are athletic and active. As a team they swarm and pressure. And, will take a mistake as a moment to punish you. San Diego SC has over the last 3 years grown and changed. This is a solid squad and have heart. Win or lose not an opponent to overlook. LAGSB PAII like their sister team will build out of the back and connect passes going forward as if they were playing connect four. They see the game like a chess match, so let’s see what moves they make. Beach FC SB is a legitimate team and difficult to play. Their coach is new to this group this year and has done well getting them to play some quality soccer. They are an attacking team and certainly can find the net. And will definitely will make a run at taking this group.
Group C:
Beach FC LB
SD Surf Academy Select
SD United
Oxnard Pal
After a rebuilding year and just missing out on DPL Beach FC LB has something to prove. Their coaching staff has put together a competitive group of players who went undefeated in SCDSL. Yet struggled in CRL. For them to make a run they will have to be at their best against Surf. Yes, yes, there has been great debate on how Surf was ranked and placed for National Cup. Still they will make their presence known and do what they do best. They are well coached and talented. CB is one of the better coaches in this age group. Look for them to go deep in this contest. Now there are those moments where I must say, “WHY!” SD United is a squad that when you look at their body of work it’s hard to justify their presence at this level. Oxnard PAL like direct play and are a physical side. And like South Valley under performed in CSL, but did they make a run at league cup, yup! It is strange when a team hits a streak. From the immortal words of Crash Davis, “…a player on a streak has to respect the streak.” Maybe they are on one!
Group D:
Legends FC
CDA FC Slammers
Strikers FC SB
LA Premier FC DPL
Legends FC were a tough cookie to crack in league play going undefeated. They were also competitive in CRL. As well as being led by a passionate coach. Look for them to get past pool play, but they must rise to the occasion in the next round. They have not had the best record against top teams. CDA FC Slammers have a mixed bag of results from league play to their most recent competitions. They seemingly have success against teams they should, but like Legends struggle against teams they must beat. To move on it is imperative to pull the upset against Legends the group’s top seeded team or maximize points for a coveted wild card spot. Strikers FC SB are lucky this is not a group of death. Overall like some other teams have varying results against teams they must beat. There is no rhyme or rhythm in their results. Dependent on what Strikers FC SB team we see will dictate their place in the next round or it won’t. LA Premier FC DPL on paper is a team that would be expected to produce and be competitive. Unfortunately they are not. It certainly feels they are over their heads. And look to struggle again.
Group E:
Albion SC Academy
Murrieta Surf PDA
CDA FC Slammers
SD Force FC Academy
Albion are a great side and a fun team to watch. They move the ball with ease and use skill, as well as IQ to penetrate the holes against any and all opponents. MW has impressed as a great coach and certainly in my book has grown as a master teacher from his days at Newport Mesa SC. No doubt the sweet 16 looks like a definite scenario. Murrieta Surf PDA will have their hands full against the likes of Albion and SD Force. They had a spotty record in SCDSL finishing towards the bottom third. This challenge is far greater than the ones they have faced thus far. CDA FC Slammers much like Murrieta Surf will be forced to do more than their body of work has shown. Not sure if they can make a wave here or pick up points to challenge for a wild card spot. SD Force FC Academy played in a tough SCDSL division against quality team’s week in and out. They know what it takes to move on. Like most SD Force teams they play what I like to call O’Campo style. Which is just plain good soccer. Look for them to challenge Albion and/or seek a wild card spot.
With the rains, soggy fields, and the recent cancellations came the “sighs” of another lost weekend. Yet, just yet, it feels like a small build up to a defining moment. This age group has already been minutely split with ECNL. Now DA looms closer like a storm that will whisk many of these teams away in the near future. So, for some it is a time for them to make their mark. This event will inspire, frustrate, and bring forth a clash of styles and personalities. In the end there can only be “ONE”.
Just a reminder to all this is meant for fun and give a bit of insight on teams. There are 11 brackets and 44 teams. With 11 group winners and the top 5 wild card teams from round 1 advancing. Then a round of 16 until only two remain.
On another note this will be my last year. Hopefully someone fills in going forward.
Good luck to all. With that let’s begin!
PART 1
Group A:
Legends FC G06 Pre-Academy
Empire SC G06
Beach FC LB Soler
Slammers FC G06 TD
Legends is a team I know far too well. Hell! Since day one starting with Chris Ramos (in 2012) they have been our thorn, yet over the years so much more, a true EL CLASSICO. Yes, they are el numero uno en Estados Unidos (hope my translation is correct). They are fast, physical, disciplined, hungry, and can play. Look for them to stretch you to the max and fly by you on the way to a goal. When they sub all you can ask is, “did they?” This is one deep bench. Empire SC has an abundance of athletes and an inspired coaching staff. These young ladies do not quit even if they are down. They understand what hard work is and have the grit between the teeth to show it. Beach (Soler) have some talented girls in key positions and are a well-coached group. They will give you everything they’ve got. Slammers FC is another a well-coached side. TD is a good coach with a tough a task, but seems to do so much under any situation. Look for Slammers to give their best.
Group B:
LGSD G06 Eckerlin Pre-Academy
San Diego SC G06 Academy Navy
LAGSB 06 PAII
Beach FC SB 06
LAGSD is a disciplined and organized collective of players. They are athletic and active. As a team they swarm and pressure. And, will take a mistake as a moment to punish you. San Diego SC has over the last 3 years grown and changed. This is a solid squad and have heart. Win or lose not an opponent to overlook. LAGSB PAII like their sister team will build out of the back and connect passes going forward as if they were playing connect four. They see the game like a chess match, so let’s see what moves they make. Beach FC SB is a legitimate team and difficult to play. Their coach is new to this group this year and has done well getting them to play some quality soccer. They are an attacking team and certainly can find the net. And will definitely will make a run at taking this group.
Group C:
Beach FC LB
SD Surf Academy Select
SD United
Oxnard Pal
After a rebuilding year and just missing out on DPL Beach FC LB has something to prove. Their coaching staff has put together a competitive group of players who went undefeated in SCDSL. Yet struggled in CRL. For them to make a run they will have to be at their best against Surf. Yes, yes, there has been great debate on how Surf was ranked and placed for National Cup. Still they will make their presence known and do what they do best. They are well coached and talented. CB is one of the better coaches in this age group. Look for them to go deep in this contest. Now there are those moments where I must say, “WHY!” SD United is a squad that when you look at their body of work it’s hard to justify their presence at this level. Oxnard PAL like direct play and are a physical side. And like South Valley under performed in CSL, but did they make a run at league cup, yup! It is strange when a team hits a streak. From the immortal words of Crash Davis, “…a player on a streak has to respect the streak.” Maybe they are on one!
Group D:
Legends FC
CDA FC Slammers
Strikers FC SB
LA Premier FC DPL
Legends FC were a tough cookie to crack in league play going undefeated. They were also competitive in CRL. As well as being led by a passionate coach. Look for them to get past pool play, but they must rise to the occasion in the next round. They have not had the best record against top teams. CDA FC Slammers have a mixed bag of results from league play to their most recent competitions. They seemingly have success against teams they should, but like Legends struggle against teams they must beat. To move on it is imperative to pull the upset against Legends the group’s top seeded team or maximize points for a coveted wild card spot. Strikers FC SB are lucky this is not a group of death. Overall like some other teams have varying results against teams they must beat. There is no rhyme or rhythm in their results. Dependent on what Strikers FC SB team we see will dictate their place in the next round or it won’t. LA Premier FC DPL on paper is a team that would be expected to produce and be competitive. Unfortunately they are not. It certainly feels they are over their heads. And look to struggle again.
Group E:
Albion SC Academy
Murrieta Surf PDA
CDA FC Slammers
SD Force FC Academy
Albion are a great side and a fun team to watch. They move the ball with ease and use skill, as well as IQ to penetrate the holes against any and all opponents. MW has impressed as a great coach and certainly in my book has grown as a master teacher from his days at Newport Mesa SC. No doubt the sweet 16 looks like a definite scenario. Murrieta Surf PDA will have their hands full against the likes of Albion and SD Force. They had a spotty record in SCDSL finishing towards the bottom third. This challenge is far greater than the ones they have faced thus far. CDA FC Slammers much like Murrieta Surf will be forced to do more than their body of work has shown. Not sure if they can make a wave here or pick up points to challenge for a wild card spot. SD Force FC Academy played in a tough SCDSL division against quality team’s week in and out. They know what it takes to move on. Like most SD Force teams they play what I like to call O’Campo style. Which is just plain good soccer. Look for them to challenge Albion and/or seek a wild card spot.
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