2/17/24 - League Tournament 1 at University of Arizona
UCSD A:
A-team had an undefeated weekend going 4-0 against ASU (11-7), UofA(21-4), SDSU A (11-6), and GCU (9-0). Some team highlights include 8 goals respectively by both Natalie Kaplanyan and Tania Frank, followed closely by Julia Derunes with 6 goals over the weekend. Natalie Kaplanyan and Daphne Neilan were huge assets for our team defensively, with 12 and 11 steals respectively. Natalie Kaplanyan also broke 100 career goals during the GCU game, which is a huge accomplishment that very few players from UCSD WCWP have held.
UCSD B:
B-Team went 2-2 this weekend with impressive wins against SDSU B and GCU. The SDSU B (7-6) game went into sudden-death overtime, with Aleesa Ebert scoring the final winning goal for the team. Abby Gabel had an impressive 5 goals over the weekend, proving to be an extremely vital part of our offense. Aleesa Ebert and Natalie Champagne had 9 and 8 steals respectively, creating opportunities for our team on offense. UCSD B also pulled through for a close win against GCU (8-7).
The energy levels of the team are so high and we are so excited to get back to work in the pool as we head closer to championship season. This tournament was a great start for our season and we are so excited to move forward and continue improving so we can play at our best.