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USL Super League Team of the Month – March

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The USL Super League announced the Team of the Month for March on Thursday, with Carolina Ascent FC forward Mia Corbin earning Player of the Month. 

Corbin nearly doubled her goal tally for the season this month, scoring four goals in five matches, including a brace in the Ascent’s win over Dallas. Her standout performances helped lead Carolina to a 3-2-0 record in March, propelling the team to the top spot in the league standings for the first time since November. Corbin has now been named to the Team of the Month four times and earns her first Player of the Month recognition. 

Fort Lauderdale’s Tyrone Mears became the first Super League coach to win Coach of the Month twice, after he also received the honor in September. FTL UTD went undefeated in March and briefly took over the top of the league table for the first time this season. 

“I’m proud of the way my sporting staff continues to push the process forward, and credit to the players for earning Team of the Month recognitions,” Mears said. “Still, we know the job is far from finished — plenty more to build on.” 

GK: Cosette Morché, Fort Lauderdale United FC – Morché played a pivotal role in Fort Lauderdale’s undefeated run through March. The Texas A&M Aggie made eight saves and secured two clean sheets across four matches to earn her first Team of the Month honor. 

D: Haley Thomas, Spokane Zephyr FC – Thomas contributed on both ends of the pitch in the outside back position for Spokane this month. She recorded 22 clearances and 15 duels won, while also recording the assist on the game-winner against Tampa Bay. 

D: Laurel Ansbrow, Fort Lauderdale United FC – Ansbrow earns her second consecutive Team of the Month honor in her first two months with Fort Lauderdale. The center back won 16 duels and five tackles and ranked first among defenders with an 88% passing accuracy in March. 

D: Hannah Davison, Dallas Trinity FC – Davison anchored the defense for Dallas this month, playing every minute of all three matches. She tallied 22 clearances, six interceptions and 15 duels won, while helping the team earn two back-to-back clean sheets. 

M: Shea Moyer, Lexington SC – The Penn State alum provided consistency for Lexington on both an offensive and defensive front this month. She posted an 84% passing accuracy and an 83% tackle success rate along with six clearances and three interceptions across Lexington’s three matches. 

M: Taylor Aylmer, Spokane Zephyr FC – Aylmer was one of the most consistent and dominant midfielders this month. She helped Spokane to a 2-1-1 record in March by recording a goal, 24 duels won, 16 clearances and five interceptions, playing all 360 minutes. 

M: Audrey Harding, Carolina Ascent FC – The midfielder had quite the month, especially in Carolina’s two huge wins to close out March. On top of her two goals and three assists, she also registered 36 duels won, five chances created, nine shots and eight interceptions. 

M: Mackenzie George, Brooklyn FC – Brooklyn’s leading goal contributor added to her tally this month with a goal and an assist. The Tennessee Volunteer played in a more defensive role in March while still getting involved in the attack, resulting in 26 duels won, 10 clearances, five shots and five chances created. 

F: Tash Flint, Tampa Bay Sun FC – The English international and Tampa Bay’s leading goal scorer had another outstanding month for the Sun. Alongside her four goals, including a brace against Brooklyn, she registered 15 shots, four interceptions and three chances created. 

F: Mia Corbin, Carolina Ascent FC – March’s Player of the Month adds another notch to her belt after netting four goals in 12 total shots and creating five chances for her team. The Golden Boot leader will look to keep up this good form to help Carolina stay in the No. 1 spot. 

F: Gianna Gourley, DC Power FC – Gianna Gourley has been a bright spot for Power FC since joining the team over the break. Her two goals this month set her as the team’s leading scorer, and she also had an assist, 16 shots and five tackles won in March. 

Coach: Tyrone Mears, Fort Lauderdale United FC – Mears steered the ship for Fort Lauderdale’s impressive March, finishing with a record of 2-0-2 to extend its undefeated run to nine matches. 

Bench: Vivianne Bessette (TB), Camryn Lancaster (DAL), Sh’Nia Gordon (FTL), Jill Aguilera (CAR) 

17 Super League players called up to national teams 

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The USL Super League is becoming a hot bed for international talent, seen through this most recent FIFA international window. The first week of April will see 17 Super League players from six different clubs suit up for their home countries on youth and senior national teams. These selections highlight the league’s growing global influence and the high caliber of competition within its ranks. 

Carolina Ascent FC 

  • Eli Hutchinson – Israel  

Dallas Trinity FC 

  • Sealey Strawn – USA U-18 
  • Gaby Guillén – Costa Rica  

DC Power FC 

  • Claire Constant – Haiti  
  • Katrina Guillou – Philippines  
  • Carleigh Frilles – Philippines  
  • Charlie Estcourt – Wales  
  • Jennifer Cudjoe – Ghana  

Lexington SC 

  • NaYeong Shin – South Korea 
  • Emma Johnson – USA U-18 
  • Yunaira Lopez – Colombia  
  • Grace Wisnewski – New Zealand 

Spokane Zephyr FC 

  • Riley Tanner – Panama 
  • Sophia Braun – Argentina 

Tampa Bay Sun FC 

  • Cecilie Fløe – Denmark U-23 
  • Andrea Hauksdottir – Iceland 
  • Sydney Schneider – Jamaica  

Dallas, Brooklyn, FTL battle for first place spot | Week 27 Match Previews

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Dallas Trinity FC vs. DC Power FC 

Venue: Cotton Bowl Stadium; Dallas, TX 

Kickoff: Wednesday, April 2nd; 8:00 p.m. ET 

Weather: Partly cloudy, 59° 

Broadcast: Peacocktv.com 

Things to Know

  • Dallas is looking to rebound from last week’s 3-0 loss to Carolina, and DC most recently drew 1-1 with Brooklyn in Week 25. 
  • There has yet to be a winner between these two teams this season. They drew 1-1 in September before ending in a scoreless draw in October. 
  • Dallas will be without Sealey Strawn and Gaby Guillén, while DC Power will be without Claire Constant, Katrina Guillou, Carleigh Frilles, Charlie Estcourt and Jennifer Cudjoe as all were called up to their home countries on international duty. 
  • Wednesday’s match is the first of two this week for Dallas. 
  • DC is looking for its first win of the spring. The team has also scored in all four matches since returning from break. 
  • Dallas’ Amber Brooks and DC Power’s Adelaide Gay were teammates for the UNC Tar Heels in 2010-2011.   
  • Dallas’ Allie Thornton is tied for first in the league with nine goals. 

Players to Watch

DAL – Camryn Lancaster: The young star has provided another strong attacking threat to Dallas’ front line since joining the team in February. She recorded two shots, two crosses and a chance created in last week’s match against Carolina. 

DC – Gianna Gourley: The striker has found her stride over the last few weeks, scoring three goals in four matches to lead the team. If DC can send a long ball over the top or create an opportunity for Gourley inside the box, Dallas should expect a shot on goal coming from her. 

 Dallas Trinity FC DC Power FC 
Head Coach Pauline MacDonald Phil Nana (Interim Coach) 
Club Record 8-5-6 3-9-6 
Standings 4th 8th 

Spokane Zephyr FC vs. Brooklyn FC 

Venue: ONE Spokane Stadium; Spokane, WA 

Kickoff: Thursday, April 3rd; 9:00 p.m. ET 

Weather: Clear skies, 31° 

Broadcast: Peacocktv.com 

Things to Know

  • Spokane most recently played Fort Lauderdale to a scoreless draw in Week 25. Brooklyn also drew last week, finishing 2-2 against Tampa Bay. 
  • Brooklyn is 1-0-1 against Spokane this season. The teams drew 1-1 the last time they were at ONE Spokane Stadium. Brooklyn defeated Zephyr 1-0 in October. 
  • Spokane is on a three-match unbeaten streak (2-0-1). 
  • Brooklyn is looking for its first win of the spring. It has gone 0-3-3 since the return from break. A win would make the team the first in the league to 10 wins. 
  • Spokane will be without Riley Tanner and Sophia Braun as they were called up to their home countries on international duty. 
  • Spokane’s Ally Cook will be facing off against her former UCLA Bruin teammate (2022-2023) and Brooklyn goalkeeper Neeku Purcell.   

Players to Watch

SPK – Ally Cook: The striker scored the stoppage-time game-winner in Spokane’s victory over Tampa Bay, and she had two shots, an interception and one chance created in the draw against FTL. Cook’s speed and skill in front of goal will be the biggest threat to Brooklyn’s backline. 

BKN – Grace Phillpotts: Phillpotts was the key to Brooklyn’s strong performance last week against Tampa Bay, as she recorded a goal and an assist. The Kentucky alum fits perfectly into Brooklyn’s system and style of play, and when she links up with Mackenzie George on the left flank, they are a hard duo to stop. 

 Spokane Zephyr FC Brooklyn FC 
Head Coach Jo Johnson Jess Silva 
Club Record 5-7-7 9-6-6 
Standings 6th 2nd 

Tampa Bay Sun FC vs. Fort Lauderdale United FC 

Venue: Riverfront Stadium; Tampa, FL 

Kickoff: Saturday, April 5th; 7:00 p.m. ET 

Weather: Partly cloudy, 70° 

Broadcast: Peacocktv.com 

Things to Know

  • Tampa Bay battled back last week to earn a 2-2 draw against Brooklyn, and Fort Lauderdale also ended in a scoreless draw in Week 25 against Spokane. 
  • Saturday’s match will be the fourth and final regular season Florida Derby. Each previous meeting between the two sides has ended in a draw (1-1, 1-1, 2-2). 
  • Tampa Bay’s Tash Flint has scored four goals in the team’s last three matches. She scored both goals in last week’s match, including the stoppage-time equalizer. 
  • Fort Lauderdale is on a nine-match unbeaten streak (6-0-3). A win would put the team back in first place in the standings, and it would become the first team to 10 wins. 
  • Tampa Bay will be without Cecilie Fløe, Andrea Hauksdottir and Sydney Schneider as they were called up to their home countries on international duty. 
  • Fort Lauderdale’s Addie McCain is tied for first in the league with nine goals. 

Players to Watch

TB – Vivianne Bessette: The outside back has been contributing to both offensive and defensive efforts for the Sun lately. She sent the ball forward to Tash Flint for last week’s equalizing goal, while also recording three clearances and two interceptions on the backline. 

FTL – Addie McCain: The center midfielder controls the flow of the match for FTL, creating chances will also doing the defensive work. In March, she led the league with 39 duels won while also earning 14 tackles won and 10 clearances. 

 Tampa Bay Sun FC Fort Lauderdale United FC 
Head Coach Denise Schilte-Brown Tyrone Mears 
Club Record 6-5-9 9-5-5 
Standings 5th 3rd 

Lexington SC vs. Dallas Trinity FC 

Venue: Lexington SC Stadium; Lexington, KY 

Kickoff: Sunday, April 6th; 2:00 p.m. ET 

Weather: Rainy, 61° 

Broadcast: Peacocktv.com 

Things to Know

  • Lexington most recently fell 4-0 to Carolina in Week 25. 
  • Sunday’s match will be the second of the week for Dallas, which will have played DC on Wednesday. 
  • Dallas is 2-0-0 against Lexington this season. The team won 6-2 in the historic, high-scoring match in September. The team also had a huge 3-2 comeback win over Lexington in November. 
  • Dallas has the most goals scored this season (30), while Lexington has the most goals conceded (39). 
  • Dallas will be without Sealey Strawn and Gaby Guillén, while Lexington will be without Nayeong Shin, Emma Johnson, Yunaira Lopez and Grace Wisnewski as all were called up to their home countries on international duty. 

Players to Watch

LEX – Nicole Vernis: The Georgia Bulldog has become a key piece in Lexington’s midfield since joining the team over break. Vernis had an 80% passing accuracy with seven duels won, two chances created, two tackles, a clearance and an interception in Lexington’s last match. 

DAL – Hannah Davison: Davison is one of the most reliable and composed center backs in the league. She leads Dallas with 78 clearances, is second with 26 interceptions and is averaging 77% passing accuracy. 

 Lexington SC Dallas Trinity FC 
Head Coach Sam Stockley (Interim Coach) Pauline MacDonald 
Club Record 4-11-4 8-5-6 
Standings 7th 4th 

Which team will get to 10 wins first? | News & Notes Week 27

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REWIND: WEEK 26 NOTES

BKN 2 – 2 TB

  • GOALS:
    • Grace Phillpotts (BKN) 11’, Mackenzie George assist. 
    • Natasha Flint (TB) 29’, Brooke Hendrix assist. 
    • Salma Amani (BKN) 51’, Grace Phillpotts assist. 
    • Natasha Flint (TB) 90+4’ 
  • STORYLINES:
    • GOAL+ASSIST: Grace Phillpotts recorded her first goal and first assist of the season. She is the 15th player this season to record at least one goal and one assist in the same match. 
    • FLINT IS ON FIRE: Tash Flint recorded her fourth goal in three straight matches and her second brace of the season.   
    • FIRSTS: Salma Amani recorded her first goal of the season, and Brooke Hendrix recorded her first assist of the season. 
    • LATE EQUALIZERS: Saturday’s match was the third time this spring that Tampa Bay scored a second-half or stoppage-time equalizer to earn a point. 
  • QUOTES:
    • Brooklyn Head Coach Jess Silva:  
      • On the team’s recent form… “Pressure is a big word for me, but I see it as a privilege—the opportunity to coach these ladies is something special. We’ve been playing really good football and our performances have shown that in every match. Right now, we’re focused on the process and not looking too far ahead. We have a game on Thursday—we’ll review, learn from tonight’s match, then head to Spokane, maybe go for a hike, and afterward, look to put on a strong performance.” 
    • Brooklyn captain Kelsey Hill: 
      • On the team’s steady progress… “We’re coming together and improving with every game. It’s about that one percent improvement each time we step onto the training field—we’re getting better every day.” 
    • Tampa Bay Head Coach Denise Schilte-Brown:  
      • On the team’s performance… “Our team is strong and determined. I have full confidence in this group. We attack with purpose and defend with intensity—now we just need to maintain our level for the full 90 minutes.” 
    • Tampa goal scorer Tash Flint:  
      • On what the team can improve on… “We just need to be a bit more complete. We need to keep the ball a little bit better. It’s a windy night tonight—it wasn’t like this in the warm-ups, so we’ve come out, and it’s a different spot. We just need to keep the ball, do what we can do, do what we’ve been working on in the week [during practice].” 

CAR 3 – 0 DAL

  • GOALS:
    • Eli Hutchinson (CAR) 19’, Audrey Harding assist. 
    • Mia Corbin (CAR) 24’, Eli Hutchinson assist. 
    • Mia Corbin (CAR) 54’, Penalty 
  • STORYLINES:
    • FIRST PLACE: Carolina’s win moved the team to first place in the league standings for the first time since Week 14. 
    • GOAL+ASSIST: Eli Hutchinson recorded her second goal and first assist of the season. She is the 16th player this season to record at least one goal and one assist in the same match. 
    • GOLDEN BOOT: Mia Corbin netted her eighth and ninth goals of the season, tying her for first in the Golden Boot race.  
    • BACK-TO-BACK BRACES: Carolina has recorded braces in back-to-back matches. Last week, Audrey Harding scored two before Mia Corbin did this week. They are the second and third braces in club history. 
  • QUOTES:
    • Carolina Head Coach Philip Poole:  
      • On the team’s performance… “From the first whistle to the last, we were in control of the game. We had very few lapses, which is good for us. The big thing we have talked about in the past few weeks is finishing our chances, so I am really happy for us.” 
    • Carolina goal scorer Eli Hutchinson: 
      • On the team scoring seven goals the last two matches… “I think the goals are starting to flow. We have been knocking on the door for a while and now, we are putting them in the back for the net and it’s obviously huge for us.” 
    • Dallas Head Coach Pauline MacDonald:  
      • On the team’s performance… “I thought we started the game well. We had two good chances that we didn’t capitalize on. Then obviously, they scored twice, and it was a bit of a sucker punch. We lost our way after that.” 
    • Dallas midfielder Deborah Abiodun:  
      • On the team’s performance… “We played a great team, and they collected their points. Unfortunately for us, it wasn’t our night tonight. We’re all disappointed but as a team, it’s our responsibility to come together, work harder and look towards the next game.” 

WEEK 27 SCHEDULE

Wednesday, April 2nd 
Dallas Trinity FC v DC Power FC, 8:00 p.m. ET 

Thursday, April 3rd 
Spokane Zephyr FC v Brooklyn FC, 9:00 p.m. ET 

Saturday, April 5th 
Tampa Bay Sun FC v Fort Lauderdale United FC, 7:00 p.m. ET 

Sunday, April 6th 
Lexington SC v Dallas Trinity FC, 2:00 p.m. ET 

WEEK 27 STORYLINES

GOLDEN BOOT RACE CONTINUES 
Carolina’s Mia Corbin recorded a brace last weekend, bringing her season total to nine goals. She is now tied with Fort Lauderdale’s Addie McCain and Dallas’ Allie Thornton for first place in the Golden Boot race. 

FIRST TO TEN 
Carolina, Brooklyn and Fort Lauderdale all sit at nine wins on the season. Dallas is also at eight wins with two matches this week. Which team will be the first to reach 10 wins? 

FINAL FLORIDA DERBY 
Fort Lauderdale and Tampa Bay will face off this weekend in the fourth and final regular season Florida Derby matchup. The teams have tied 1-1, 1-1 and 2-2 in the three previous meetings. Fort Lauderdale is riding a nine-match unbeaten streak, but Tampa Bay is hard to beat at Riverfront Stadium. Will there finally be a Florida Derby winner? 

COLLEGE CONNECTIONS 
Dallas’ Amber Brooks and DC Power’s Adelaide Gay were teammates for the UNC Tar Heels in 2010-2011. Also, Spokane’s Ally Cook will be facing off against her former UCLA Bruin teammate (2022-2023) and Brooklyn goalkeeper Neeku Purcell. 

2024/25 USL SUPER LEAGUE PLAYOFF DATES ANNOUNCED 
The USL Super League announced the official dates for its inaugural postseason, marking an exciting milestone in the league’s first campaign. The 2024/25 USL Super League Playoffs will kick off the weekend of June 7, with the highly anticipated 2025 USL Super League Final scheduled for the weekend of June 14.   

Read the full release with playoff structure and end of year awards here.  

INTERNATIONAL CALL-UPS 
17 players have been called into National Team camps for the current window: 

  • CAR – Eli Hutchinson, Israel  
  • DAL – Sealy Strawn, USYNT U-18 
  • DAL – Gaby Gullen, Costa Rica 
  • DC – Claire Constant, Haiti  
  • DC – Katrina Guillou, Philippines 
  • DC – Carleigh Frilles, Philippines 
  • DC – Charlie Estcourt, Wales 
  • DC – Jennifer Cudjoe, Ghana 
  • LEX – Nayeong Shin, South Korea  
  • LEX – Emma Johnson, USYNT U-18 
  • LEX – Yunaira Lopez, Colombia   
  • LEX – Grace Wisnewski, New Zealand  
  • SPK – Riley Tanner, Panama  
  • SPK – Sophia Bruan, Argentina 
  • TB – Cecilie Fløe, Denmark U-23 
  • TB – Andrea Hauksdottir, Iceland  
  • TB – Sydney Schneider, Jamacia  

DISCIPLINE REPORT – WEEK 27

TAMPA, Fla. – There are no new suspensions to report. 

LEAGUE LEADERS

GOALS:

  • Addie McCain (FTL) – 9 goals 
  • Allie Thornton (DAL) – 9 goals  
  • Mia Corbin (CAR) – 9 goals 
  • Natasha Flint (TB) – 8 goals 
  • Jasmine Hamid (FTL) – 7 goals  
  • Carlee Giammona (TB) – 6 goals 
  • Cecilie Fløe Nielsen (TB) – 6 goals 
  • Madison Parsons (LEX) – 5 goals  
  • Emina Ekić (SPK) – 5 goals 

ASSISTS:

  • Madison Perez (LEX) – 5 assists  
  • Madi Parsons (LEX) – 5 assists 
  • Jill Aguilera (CAR) – 5 assists  
  • Mackenzie Pluck (BKN) – 4 assists 
  • Emina Ekić (SPK) – 4 assists 
  • Shea Moyer (LEX) – 4 assists 
  • Chioma Ubogagu (DAL) – 4 assists 
  • Mackenzie George (BKN) – 4 assists 
  • Audrey Harding (CAR) – 4 assists 
  • Kiara Locklear (FTL) – 3 assists 
  • Rylee Baisden (CAR) – 3 assists 
  • Sydny Nasello (TB) – 3 assists 
  • Lucy Shepherd (DAL) – 3 assists 

CLEAN SHEETS:

  • Madison White (DAL) – 7 clean sheets  
  • Meagan McClelland (CAR) – 6 clean sheets 
  • Cosette Morche (FTL) – 5 clean sheets  
  • Hope Hisey (SPK) – 5 clean sheets  
  • Sydney Martinez (BKN) – 4 clean sheets 
  • Morgan Aquino (DC) – 4 clean sheets 
  • Neeku Purcell (BKN) – 4 clean sheets 

MILESTONES

HAT TRICKS:

  • DAL – Allie Thornton (09.13.24): 61 minutes 
  • FTL – Addie McCain (09.22.24): 68 minutes 
  • BKN – Luana Grabias (11.13.24): 13 minutes 

BRACES:

  • DAL – Chioma Ubogagu (09.13.24) 
  • DC – Madison Wolfbauer (09.29.24) 
  • TB – Cecilie Fløe Nielsen (10.02.24) 
  • CAR – Ashlynn Serepca (10.19.24) 
  • LEX – Madison Parsons (10.19.24) 
  • DC – Allie Flanagan (10.25.24) 
  • TB – Cecilie Fløe Nielsen (11.02.24) 
  • LEX – Hannah Richardson (12.14.24) 
  • TB – Natasha Flint (12.14.24) 
  • FTL – Kiara Locklear (12.14.24) 
  • DAL – Allie Thornton (03.09.25) 
  • SPK – Emina Ekić (03.15.25) 
  • FTL – Sh’Nia Gordon (03.15.25) 
  • CAR – Audrey Harding (03.23.25) 
  • TB – Natasha Flint (03.29.25) 
  • CAR – Mia Corbin (03.29.25) 

Super League Power Rankings – Week 26

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Carolina has risen to not only second in the Power Rankings but first in the league standings after taking down Dallas Trinity last weekend. Led by a Mia Corbin brace and another goal from Eli Hutchinson, Carolina secured its second-straight shutout win, the first time it has achieved that feat this season. 

Corbin and midfielder Audrey Harding have been the catalyst for Carolina’s recent offensive success. The duo has scored or assisted on nine of the 10 goals from the team in March. Both recorded braces in the last two matches and have combined for 21 shots and 10 chances created this month. 

On the defensive end, credit goes to center back Jenna Butler, who has continued to hold down the backline since joining the team in January. She recorded seven clearances and two interceptions in Saturday’s match. Goalkeeper Samantha Leshnak Murphy has also asserted her dominance in goal with back-to-back clean sheets. 

On The Move

2 CAR 3 DAL

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Team

Change

Summary
1 Fort Lauderdale United FC
(9-5-5)
Week 27: @ TB
Last Week:
1		 FTL UTD remains unbeaten through nine matches and can continue the streak this weekend in the final Florida Derby of the regular season. Jasmine Hamid and Sh’Nia Gordon have had standout performances the last few weeks and will be the key players heading into Week 27.
2 Carolina Ascent FC
(9-5-7)
Week 27: — 		2
Last Week:
4		 The Ascent is in excellent form as of late, most recently earning multi-goal victories over Lexington and Dallas. The team’s offense is starting to click, pairing well with the dominant defense the team has shown over the course of the season.
3 Spokane Zephyr FC
(5-7-7)
Week 27: vs. BKN

Last Week:
3		 Spokane has recorded three wins in its last five matches and held Fort Lauderdale, one the best attacking teams in the league, to a scoreless draw. The team still sits eight points below the playoff line, so the upcoming matches against Brooklyn and Dallas are huge opportunities for Spokane to use its momentum and make a push up the standings.
4 Tampa Bay Sun FC
(6-5-9)
Week 27: vs. FTL		 1
Last Week:
5		 Although the Sun is only three points shy of a playoff spot, its recent form has been lacking both energy and consistency, going 1-1-5 in its last seven matches. Natasha Flint has been a shining light however, scoring four goals in the last three matches. Tampa Bay will need her in the upcoming Florida Derby to get back in the win column.
5 Dallas Trinity FC
(8-5-6)
Week 27: vs. DC		 3
Last Week:
2		 After two thrilling goal-filled victories over Brooklyn, Dallas suffered a 3-0 loss to Carolina last weekend. When the team is connecting and building on momentum, Dallas is tough to beat. However, once Trinity concedes first, it struggles to get back in the match. Luckily, the upcoming double matchweek provides a chance to earn some of those dropped points back.
6 DC Power FC
(3-9-6)
Week 27: @ DAL
Last Week:
6		 Despite DC’s recent offensive surge, mainly through the talent of Gianna Gourley, it still is not earning the results it would like and remains at the bottom of the table. Power FC proved against Brooklyn it can go toe-to-toe with top-of-the-league teams, but it will need to dig deep and be disciplined defensively this week against Dallas.
7 Brooklyn FC
(9-6-6)
Week 27: @ SPK
Last Week:
7		 Once again, Brooklyn cannot contain its opponents and conceded a late equalizer to draw 2-2 with Tampa Bay last weekend. While Brooklyn has managed to address their goal-scoring drought, the persistent issue of conceding goals continues to plague them, something that will need to be resolved quickly if they hope to reclaim their place at the top of the table.
8 Lexington SC
(4-11-4)
Week 27: vs. DAL
Last Week:
8		 After last week off, Lexington is back in action on Sunday against Dallas, an opponent that dominated Lexington in its first two matches this season. The Girls in Green have an opportunity to turn the tide and pick up a crucial win to keep its season afloat if it’s able to bring back the defensive composure seen in the earlier draw against Brooklyn.

Spring steals: Which winter break additions are shining with their new teams? 

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Over the winter break, every USL Super League club signed and brought in new players on loan. While there were a few big names that we knew would make an immediate impact, others have shown themselves to be huge steals just two months into the Spring Schedule. 

Here are our top three spring steals this far: 

Gianna Gourley – DC Power FC

DC Power had the poorest offensive performance during the Fall Schedule. It had a league-worst conversion rate at 4.5% and recorded a league-fewest seven goals through the 14 matches – two of which were penalties, and another was gifted on an own goal. 

The team has already matched that total of seven goals in just four matches this spring, and all-but-one came in the run of play. DC is now averaging 1.75 goals per game this spring, behind only Dallas (2.5) and Carolina (2).  

A large part of this offensive burst is due to Gianna Gourley. We saw a glimpse of the striker’s talent while she was with Fort Lauderdale, but since her loan to the Capitol, she has provided a spark to the team’s floundering front line. Gourley has been ever-present, logging 360 minutes, and now leads DC with three goals, along with one assist and 10 shots, four of which have been on target. 

DC Interim Head Coach Phil Nana has frequently credited Gourley for her effort and skill over the last four matches. Although the team has still struggled to earn the results it would like, it has a lot to look forward to with Gourley now on its side. 

Laurel Ansbrow – Fort Lauderdale United FC

Laurel Ansbrow was fresh off an NCAA College Cup Final appearance with Wake Forest in December before joining FTL UTD this spring. While we saw her make history with the Demon Deacons last season, her short time in the Super League has been just as impressive. 

The center back is averaging a league-high 91% passing accuracy and ranks third among defenders in passes (310) and fourth in clearances (32) this spring. On top of that, she recorded an assist in her first match with Fort Lauderdale and has played all 540 minutes since joining the squad. 

With her center back partner Laveni Vaka out for the rest of the season with a knee injury, the 21-year-old will be the key piece to the team’s backline as it closes in on a playoff spot. 

Camryn Lancaster – Dallas Trinity FC

During the fall, Allie Thornton and Sam Meza were the two stars getting all the attention on Dallas’ offense. Once Meza completed her loan and returned to Seattle Reign, the focus shifted to the arrival of Texas Longhorn and USYNT midfielder Lexi Missimo. That overshadowed the addition of Camryn Lancaster a little, especially with the club announcing her only two days before its first match back. 

Lancaster played 23 minutes in her professional debut against Spokane, but it wasn’t until Dallas’ blowout win over Brooklyn that we saw what the TCU alum was made of. In her first start, she scored in first-half stoppage time and provided the run that led to Thornton’s first goal of the night. Lancaster later doubled her goal count in the following match. 

As another 2024 grad, Lancaster is young but has so much poise and skill in front of goal. All three of her shots have been on target, but she has also created three chances because she recognizes when the better option is to lay it off to her teammates. That high IQ paired with her speed and high press is a nightmare for defenders. 

It took Dallas a few matches to get things going, but it looks like the pieces are starting to click. Whether Lancaster is in the starting lineup or coming in off the bench, she will be an asset to Trinity going forward as it also makes a run for the postseason. 

Three teams in the hunt for the No. 1 spot | News & Notes Week 26

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REWIND: WEEK 25 NOTES

TB 1 – 2 SPK

  • GOALS:
    • Taylor Alymer (SPK) 61’ 
    • Natasha Flint (TB) 89’, Erika Tymrak assist. 
    • Ally Cook (SPK) 90+3’, Haley Thomas assist. 
  • STORYLINES:
    • STOPPAGE TIME: This match was the second-consecutive match that Spokane scored a 90+3’ stoppage time game-winner.  
    • FIRST ASSIST: Erika Tymrak recorded her first assist of the season.  
    • SIX: Natasha Flint recorded her sixth goal of the season.   
    • SNAPPED THE STREAK: Tampa Bay was previously undefeated (4-0-2) in its last six matches at Riverfront Stadium. Spokane became the first road team to win there since September 14. 
  • QUOTES:
    • Tampa Bay Head Coach Denise Schilte-Brown:  
      • On the team’s progress and performance… “We’ve been working hard as a team, building trust, and staying committed to our process. In many ways, we made progress in this game—we defended set pieces well and capitalized on one ourselves. However, a lapse in focus cost us tonight. With this short break, we’ll regroup, refocus, and come back stronger.” 
    • Tampa Bay goal scorer Natasha Flint: 
      • On what went wrong after equalizing… “When it got to 1-1, we should have just packed the bus and taken the one point, but we went for it, and it didn’t turn out in our favor.” 
    • Spokane Head Coach Jo Johnson: 
      • On the team’s win… “What a performance from the team today, from the first whistle to the last. I always say, ‘It takes what it takes’ to win games, and our players embodied that tonight. It wasn’t always pretty, but we did what was necessary to secure all three points.” 
    • Spokane goal scorer Ally Cook:  
      • On scoring the game-winner… “I was so proud of our team fighting for all 90-plus minutes. I knew we were going to be disappointed if we ended in a tie, so it felt so good to get the goal for the team.” 

BKN 0 – 3 DAL

  • GOALS:
    • Camryn Lancaster (DAL) 7’ 
    • Allie Thornton (DAL) 19’ 
    • Sealey Strawn (DAL) 58’ 
  • STORYLINES:
    • GOLDEN BOOT RACE: Allie Thornton recorded her ninth goal of the season, tying Fort Lauderdale’s Addie McCain for the most in the league. 
    • YOUNG STAR: 17-year-old Sealey Strawn recorded her second goal of the season, tying her for third on the team with four goal contributions. 
    • SHUTOUTS: Brooklyn was held scoreless for the fourth-straight match. 
    • CLEAN SHEET: Dallas goalkeeper Madison White recorded her league-leading seventh clean sheet of the season. 
  • QUOTES:
    • Brooklyn Head Coach Jess Silva:  
      • On what’s going wrong for the team… “We haven’t scored goals. So it’s hard to win a match right now. We’re paying for every individual mistake we make. And if you look at today’s game, we dominated most of the game. We played a really good football match from beginning to end, but they scored on us when we committed errors, and we haven’t been able to score.” 
    • Brooklyn defender Kelsey Hill: 
      • On what has changed in the team… “Shutouts were our standard in the first part of the season, and unfortunately, that has not been the case so far. I think kind of like Coach Jess said, there’s some individual mistakes happening that our opponents are taking the opportunities on. So, I think we just need to keep doing the 1% getting better every day and training, and then hopefully the results will start to change.” 
    • Dallas Head Coach Pauline MacDonald:  
      • On playing Brooklyn for the second time this month… “It’s always really difficult when you play a team in back-to-back games, especially after a very successful victory at home. Tonight, we knew that they were going to come after us and it was going to be a very physical game. We wanted to stick by our philosophy in the way that we want to play. In the end, credit to Brooklyn, they continued to try and continued to throw numbers forward. It wasn’t particularly pretty defending from us in moments, but it takes grit, determination and hard work. I’m absolutely delighted.” 
    • Dallas goal scorer Camryn Lancaster:  
      • On the transition from college to the pro level… “I feel like TCU really prepared me for any moment that I’ve faced. Being in the pros now, I’ve only been here for a couple months, but I feel really prepared coming into this with the intensity and speed of play. The girls here have made it easy, and I’m just blessed to be on an awesome first professional team where I’m learning a lot from both the older players and younger players.” 

FTL 0 – 0 SPK

  • GOALS:
    • N/A
  • STORYLINES:
    • UNBEATEN: Fort Lauderdale is now unbeaten (6-0-3) through nine matches. 
    • FIRST NIL-NIL: This match was the first time that Fort Lauderdale was involved in a scoreless draw this season. It was just the third time the team was held scoreless. 
    • SNAPPED THE STREAK: This draw ended an eight-match streak where FTL had scored at least one goal. 
    • CLEAN SHEETS: FTL’s Cosette Morché and Spokane’s Hope Hisey both recorded their fifth clean sheets of the season. They are tied for third-most in the league. 
  • QUOTES:
    • FTL Head Coach Tyrone Mears:  
      • On the teams record and performance… “That makes nine straight unbeaten, which speaks to the resilience of this group. But tonight’s performance wasn’t up to our standard—we expect more from ourselves. We know we’re capable of better. As we head into our fourth matchup with Tampa, especially on the road, we’re looking for a strong response. It’s a great opportunity to reset, raise our level, and show what we’re really about.” 
    • FTL defender Laurel Ansbrow: 
      • On earning another clean sheet… “It’s just a surreal feeling. I think everything happened so fast to get here, but I’m really happy with Fort Lauderdale, and I love the team. I think it’s just a testament to the back line as a whole, and I think it was a really strong performance for this game, last game, and just this whole time I’ve been here. Cosette in goal has made some incredible saves as well, so none of it would be possible without them.” 
    • Spokane Head Coach Jo Johnson: 
      • On the positive week her team had… “I’m proud of the team for earning seven out of nine points in a week. It’s a testament to the players’ resilience, focus and commitment to each other.” 
    • Spokane defender Alyssa Bourgeois:  
      • On the team’s grit and resilience… “Unbelievably proud of the team’s performance today. This was our third game in a week and second one on the road. Despite all the obstacles, we didn’t complain—we embraced the challenges and put up a great performance against a talented team. Disappointed we didn’t walk away with all three points, but we’re focused on recovering and getting ready for the next game.” 

DC 1 – 1 BKN

  • GOALS:
    • Mackenzie George (BKN) 23’, Grace Phillpotts assist.  
    • Gianna Gourley (DC) 84’, Claire Constant assist. 
  • STORYLINES:
    • RE-FINDING ITS STRIDE: Brooklyn scored its first goal since February 22, after being shut out the previous four matches. 
    • ASSISTS: Grace Phillpotts and Claire Constant both recorded their first assists of the season. 
    • LEADING SCORERS: Gianna Gourley is now DC’s leading goal-scorer with three goals. Mackenzie George scored her fourth goal of the season, tying Jess Garziano and Luana Grabias for the most on Brooklyn. 
    • SPRING SCORING: DC Power has now scored the same number of goals (7) through its first four spring matches as it did through all 14 matches in the fall. 
  • QUOTES:
    • DC Interim Head Coach Phil Nana:  
      • On Gourley’s equalizer… “This one happened in transition. We caught their back line playing a little too high and they didn’t do a good enough job of detecting the speed of Gourley. Gourley does what she does best and puts the ball in the back of the net.” 
    • DC goal scorer Gianna Gourley: 
      • On the team’s aggressiveness in the second half… “Power to the team. We really had to dig deep these last few games, and the results haven’t been falling the way we want. Fighting through and not giving up on each other has been huge. We keep fighting and showing up every day.” 
    • Brooklyn Head Coach Jess Silva: 
      • On the toughness of the league and how they will move forward… “We always knew this was going to be a tight league. The second part of the year has been and will continue to be a challenge. Our group is aware and has been playing good football. Hard work eventually pays off, we just have to keep pushing and stick to the process.” 
    • Brooklyn defender Grace Phillpotts:  
      • On her first start and assist… “I was looking for the slotted ball into the box the whole time. I was originally trying to find Dana at the back post, but the goalie did end up getting a hand on it so I’m glad Mackenzie was there to put it in the back of the net. Also, so much credit to Mackenzie for making the play from the beginning to the end.” 

LEX 0 – 4 CAR

  • GOALS:
    • Riley Parker (CAR) 2’ 
    • Mia Corbin (CAR) 19’ 
    • Audrey Harding (CAR) 26’, Taylor Porter assist. 
    • Audrey Harding (CAR) 62’, Jill Aguilera assist. 
  • STORYLINES:
    • FAST FIND: Riley Parker’s goal was scored in one minute and 37 seconds, setting a record for the fastest goal in league history. The record was previously held by Fort Lauderdale’s Jasmine Hamid, who scored in one minute and 49 seconds on December 1, 2024. 
    • BAGGED A BRACE: Audrey Harding recorded her first two goals of the season and Carolina’s second-ever brace. 
    • FIRSTS: Riley Parker recorded her first goal of the season, and Taylor Porter recorded her first assist. 
    • FIVE: Jill Aguilera recorded her fifth assist of the season, tying her for first in the league with Lexington’s Madi Parsons and Maddy Perez. 
    • CLEAN SHEET: The match was goalkeeper Samantha Leshnak Murphy’s first clean sheet of the season and Carolina’s first since November 9. 
    • RECORD-BREAKING: Carolina recorded 24 total shots and 12 shots on target, both are records for most by a team in a single match. 
    • SARAH’S SAVES: Lexington goalkeeper Sarah Cox made eight saves, tying the record for most in a single match. 
    • FOUR GOALS: Carolina’s four goals are the most it has scored in a single match and the second-most scored by a team in a single match in league history. 
  • QUOTES:
    • Lexington Interim Head Coach Sam Stockley:  
      • On what the team needs to improve on… “We’ve got to clean up our play and be better in possession. But it’s a work in progress—we knew that.” 
    • Lexington goalkeeper Sarah Cox: 
      • On the team’s performance… “There were moments where we executed well and competed in ways that align with our team goals. I don’t think we did it enough, but it is what it is. We’ll move on, build on this and focus on the next game.” 
    • Carolina Head Coach Philip Poole: 
      • On a team-high four goals scored… “We’ve talked about the fact that if we keep doing the right things, keep working in training, we know at some point some of these chances are going to go in. And despite the four goals, we could’ve had several more. So, we haven’t turned the corner yet. We are going to continue to work.” 
    • Carolina goal scorer Audrey Harding:  
      • On her two-goal performance… “It was great to finally get some goals. Even since the fall, I was super close and then got injured and was out the rest of the Fall Schedule. So, coming back this spring, I had a higher standard for myself because I know what I’m capable of, and I just want to help us win. My confidence is definitely up, and I feel like since getting the goals today, I’ve unlocked the door to more.” 

WEEK 26 SCHEDULE

Saturday, March 29th 
Brooklyn FC v Tampa Bay Sun FC, 6:00 p.m. ET 
Carolina Ascent FC v Dallas Trinity FC, 7:00 p.m. ET 

WEEK 26 STORYLINES

TOP OF THE TABLE 
Two points separate the top four clubs in the league standings. A win for Brooklyn, Carolina or Dallas this weekend could temporarily put the team in the No. 1 spot. A win for Tampa Bay would put the team just a point behind fourth-place Dallas. 

SIX APIECE 
Tampa Bay’s Carlee Giammona, Natasha Flint and Cecilie Fløe have each scored six goals this season. No other club has three different scorers with 5+ goals each. 

UNBEATEN STREAK 
Fort Lauderdale’s draw with Spokane marked its ninth consecutive match without a loss. The team is just two matches away from tying the record set by Carolina Ascent, which started the season unbeaten through 11 matches. 

NEW LEAGUE LEADERS 
Last week, Dallas’ Allie Thornton scored her ninth goal of the season, tying Fort Lauderdale’s Addie McCain for the most in the league. Carolina’s Jill Aguilera recorded her fifth assist of the season, tying her for first in the league with Lexington’s Madi Parsons and Maddy Perez. Lastly, Dallas goalkeeper Madison White earned her league-leading seventh clean sheet. 

COLLEGE CONNECTIONS 
Carolina’s Emily Moxley, who made her debut with the team last weekend, played for the UNC Tar Heels from 2020-2023 alongside Dallas Trinity defender Julia Dorsey. 

Tampa Bay’s Carlee Giammona played at the University of Alabama in 2019 with Brooklyn defender Sasha Pickard, and later transferred to Pepperdine, where she played three seasons with Brooklyn center back Kelsey Hill. 

LOST IN NY 
Brooklyn FC is still searching for its first win of the Spring Schedule after going 0-3-3 in its first six matches of 2025. Brooklyn’s last win was during the Fall Finale when the team handed Dallas its first loss at the Cotton Bowl on December 14.  

DISCIPLINE REPORT – WEEK 26

TAMPA, Fla. – There are no new suspensions to report. 

LEAGUE LEADERS

GOALS:

  • Addie McCain (FTL) – 9 goals 
  • Allie Thornton (DAL) – 9 goals  
  • Jasmine Hamid (FTL) – 7 goals  
  • Mia Corbin (CAR) – 7 goals  
  • Carlee Giammona (TB) – 6 goals 
  • Cecilie Fløe (TB) – 6 goals 
  • Natasha Flint (TB) – 6 goals  
  • Madison Parsons (LEX) – 5 goals  
  • Emina Ekić (SPK) – 5 goals 

ASSISTS:

  • Madison Perez (LEX) – 5 assists  
  • Madi Parsons (LEX) – 5 assists 
  • Jill Aguilera (CAR) – 5 assists  
  • Mackenzie Pluck (BKN) – 4 assists 
  • Emina Ekić (SPK) – 4 assists 
  • Shea Moyer (LEX) – 4 assists 
  • Chioma Ubogagu (DAL) – 4 assists 
  • Kiara Locklear (FTL) – 4 assists 

CLEAN SHEETS:

  • Madison White (DAL) – 7 clean sheets  
  • Meagan McClelland (CAR) – 6 clean sheets 
  • Cosette Morche (FTL) – 5 clean sheets  
  • Hope Hisey (SPK) – 5 clean sheets  
  • Sydney Martinez (BKN) – 4 clean sheets 
  • Morgan Aquino (DC) – 4 clean sheets 
  • Neeku Purcell (BKN) – 4 clean sheets 

MILESTONES

HAT TRICKS:

  • DAL – Allie Thornton (09.13.24): 61 minutes 
  • FTL – Addie McCain (09.22.24): 68 minutes 
  • BKN – Luana Grabias (11.13.24): 13 minutes 

BRACES:

  • DAL – Chioma Ubogagu (09.13.24) 
  • DC – Madison Wolfbauer (09.29.24) 
  • TB – Cecilie Fløe Nielsen (10.02.24) 
  • CAR – Ashlynn Serepca (10.19.24) 
  • LEX – Madison Parsons (10.19.24) 
  • DC – Allie Flanagan (10.25.24) 
  • TB – Cecilie Fløe Nielsen (11.02.24) 
  • LEX – Hannah Richardson (12.14.24) 
  • TB – Natasha Flint (12.14.24) 
  • FTL – Kiara Locklear (12.14.24) 
  • DAL – Allie Thornton (03.09.25) 
  • SPK – Emina Ekić (03.15.25) 
  • FTL – Sh’Nia Gordon (03.15.25) 
  • CAR – Audrey Harding (03.23.25) 

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Spokane continues to rise after productive double matchweek 

Since the return from break, Spokane Zephyr FC has been one of the most exciting teams to watch and has propelled itself into a position to earn a spot in the postseason. In Spokane’s five spring matches, it has gone 3-1-1, second to only Fort Lauderdale in that span. 

Spokane’s attack has transformed since the fall and has created more chances on goal. Emina Ekić had already started making a name for herself in the league as one of the most dynamic playmakers, but now combined with Ally Cook, Zephyr’s offense looks even stronger. Midfielder Katie Murray has also gotten forward more often than we saw in the first half of the season to become another attacking option. Ekić, Cook and Murray have combined for 12 shots, six goals and 11 chances created this spring.  

Zephyr’s defense has also continued to be one of the most composed in the league. Center back Sarah Clark has recorded 31 clearances in the last five matches, including the incredible goal-line save against Tampa Bay Sun on Wednesday. The outside backs of Alyssa Bourgeois and Haley Thomas have excelled in shutting down runs on the flanks as well as getting forward in Spokane’s attack. They’ve combined for 19 tackles won, 45 duels won, 33 clearances and seven chances created. 

Spokane’s win last week over the Sun was huge in terms of closing the gap in the standings. Zephyr has nine matches to go, six of which are against higher-ranked opponents. If they can keep picking up points along the way, there’s still a chance for the team to slide into the top four. 

On The Move

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Team

Change

Summary
1 Fort Lauderdale United FC
(9-5-5)
Week 26: —
Last Week:
1		 FTL UTD remains No. 1 after picking up a point in the draw against Spokane. Although it was just the third time the team was shut out this season, Fort Lauderdale dominated possession and still got off 13 shots to continue its nine-match unbeaten streak.
2 Dallas Trinity FC
(8-4-6)
Week 26: @ CAR
Last Week:
2		 Trinity picked up right where it left off and earned consecutive victories against Brooklyn after winning 3-0 on Wednesday. Camryn Lancaster has quickly shown what an asset she is to the team, and 17-year-old Sealey Strawn continues to make a case for why she’s one of the best young stars in the league.
3 Spokane Zephyr FC
(5-7-7)
Week 26: —
2
Last Week:
5		 After earning back-to-back stoppage time wins, Spokane held the team on a scoring streak to its first shutout since November. So long as Zephyr keeps playing hard the full 90+ minutes and capitalizing on goal-scoring opportunities, the team will continue to rise in the standings.
4 Carolina Ascent FC
(8-5-7)
Week 26: vs. DAL
Last Week:
4		 Carolina finally earned the big win that had been brewing over the past few weeks. The team jumped out to an early lead and never let off the gas. Riley Parker and Audrey Harding recorded their first goals of the season, and the Ascent earned its first clean sheet of the spring.
5 Tampa Bay Sun FC
(6-5-8)
Week 26: @ BKN		 2
Last Week:
3		 Tampa Bay fought back against Spokane and found a late equalizer in Wednesday’s match before ultimately falling 2-1 in stoppage time. The team has struggled to put away some of its other chances in the final third, and averaging one goal per game this spring will rarely be enough to earn wins in this league.
6 DC Power FC
(3-9-6)
Week 26: —		 1
Last Week:
7		 Gianna Gourley has been on fire for DC Power since her trade over the break, and she has played a key role in the points DC has earned this spring. If DC was a little bit more organized defensively, it possibly could have gotten a win over Brooklyn last weekend.
7 Brooklyn FC
(9-6-5)
Week 26: vs. TB 		1
Last Week:
8		 Just when it seemed like Brooklyn would pick up its first win of the spring, it conceded a late equalizer and had to split points with DC after falling 3-0 to Dallas midweek. Individual errors are costing the team, along with the fact that it is still not able to capitalize on scoring opportunities like it did in the fall.
8 Lexington SC
(4-11-4)
Week 26: —		 2
Last Week:
6		 Once Lexington conceded in the second minute, the team struggled to find its footing in the match. Clearing lines continues to be the Achilles heel for this team, and it also is not scoring at the rate it was at the beginning of the season.