Your Best XI From the Weekend | EDP Cup Fall Showcase Girls 2025

EDP Soccer has announced the Best XI from the EDP Cup Spring Showcase 2025 this past weekend. The selections were made based on the performance of the players during the tournament. Congratulations to the following players who were selected!

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The Girls Best XI from the EDP Cup Fall Showcase 2025 are:

#17 Charlie Owens - Voorhees SA Alliance 2007

In a complete team effort this weekend, Charlie helped lead a defense that only allowed one goal. Additionally, Charlie was strong on the offensive end with two assists while also creating several great opportunities with her pinpoint ball delivery on free kicks. Charlie always brings a positive attitude and never quit mentality to a team filled with that type of player.

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#5 Mel Tafur - FC Berna Legacy 2010G Black

The dynamic wide forward showcased real creativity, consistently unbalancing defenders and converting her chancesnwith composed, clinical finishing.    

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#7 Sara Wardlaw - TSF Academy 2008/07

Sara scored 6 goals and added 3 assists. A player who plays with a relentless mindset, she never slacks in terms of defending, 1v1 attacking, vision, decision making or goal scoring.

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#39 Lily Kazmarek - Yardley Makefield Soccer ECNL RL G09 

Lily plays center back, and she ran the team's defense all weekend, and the team only gave up two goals. Lily also chipped in with a couple of goals and an assist on the offensive side of the ball. Although she is a quiet player, she showed the team great leadership with her effort and commitment over our three games.

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#30 Nicole Mills - SJEB FC 2011 NAL  

Nicole was dominant this weekend in net. She kept clean sheets all weekend leading her team to a 3-0 record. Nicole's guidance in the back kept the back line organized. She provided an outlet to the backs to be able to stretch the field and keep the ball moving. Nicole kept her team in games by having several crucial saves throughout the weekend. Nicole is indeed a leader of this team.

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#23 Kora Moore - Real FA 2009G NAL

Kora was an essential piece to a successful team weekend. Her eagerness to succeed showed in every box-to-box tackle, pass, and consistent work-rate throughout the weekend. Utilizing her vocal leadership, Kora brought her energy into every game to win key battles all around the pitch, while routinely creating several attacking scenarios for her teammates to capitalize on.

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#21 Bella Wicken - Harrison SC Swarm 2010

Bella was a top scorer (4 goals) for the Harrison Swarm team who had the best attack (11 goals) in the 16U Top Bracket. She was instrumental in the team's attack and created many opportunities for others and herself. Her speed and game awareness was unmatched. Pure athleticism and talent matched with the team’s style of play helped Bella shine throughout the tournament.

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#42 Victoria Abbattista - Vaughan Soccer OPDL 2010

She excels at playing out of the back, driving the ball forward into the midfield, and finding a right pass forward. Very strong on the 1v1 battles and recovers well, marshalling the back four and keeping us secure.

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#88 Jordana Ravitz - Voorhees SA Storm 2010

Jordana had a great showcase with 4 goals on the weekend. She delivered the offensive support that her team needed to get results. Her relentless attack with and without the ball was of note as well as her willingness to put her body on the line for her team in attempts to win or maintain possession. Jordana's work rate and toughness helped lead the Storm to a 1st place finish.

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#9 Amy Torres - Long Island SC 11G GA

Amy Torres delivered a phenomenal performance as our striker, scoring 5 goals and providing 2 assists. Her calmness and composure in front of goal set the tone for the team, consistently finishing with clinical precision. She dominated the attacking third, creating chances for teammates and converting her own chances with confidence. With the team’s collective effort and Amy’s brilliance up front, we finished top of our bracket.

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#32 Emme Mendenhall - SJEB FC 11G NAL 

Emme played a key role in a SJEB FC defense that didn't let up a goal all event. A consistent and aggressive ball winner in the middle of the back line, Emme showed great composure and quality on the ball all weekend.