By Alex Frazier
Welcome to the first fall girls’ soccer season. I’m sure the players haven’t had enough time to get out of shape from the spring season.Speaking of spring, many young players made their marks. Nineteen first team all-league players return to their teams this year. Needless to say, it was difficult for me to make a decision about which ones were the cream of the crop. Ultimately, the end of the season will tell the tale, but for now, here are the Terrific 10 players to watch during the inaugural fall season.
The Terrific 10
Mary Kate Callahan, Council Rock South
First team National Conference
No other information available.
Kellie Foley, William Tennent, senior
A first team all-National Conference player last year as a junior, Kellie Foley is a versatile player who can play any position on the field. She has the desire and skills to help her team score goals or make a great defensive play and prevent goals.
"Kellie is one of our senior leaders who puts her teammates and team goals first," said Tennent coach John McOwen. "She is good enough to play any position on the field. Kellie has the size and speed to play in college. I expect her to have a great year and help lead the team to a successful season."
Lindsay Horst, Central Bucks West, junior midfielder
A three-year starter and two-time all-Continental Conference selection, Lindsay Horst is now in her second year as a team captain. She was the first sophomore captain in Central Bucks West soccer history.
Horst also plays for FC Bucks and has been a member of the ODP (PA State Team) team the past three years.
“Lindsay is the top defender in the area, although we will be using her as an attacking player (linking mid or forward),” noted coach Chris Freudig.
Megan Kaminski, Central Bucks South, junior keeper
Coach Joe Bocklet considers Megan Kaminski to be the best keeper in the Continental Conference. She will be busy this year as she is playing both volleyball and soccer, which is her No. 1 sport.
“She’s real athletic and has good hands,” said Bocklet. “She makes saves that only boys’ keepers make.”
Kimber Kisselbach, Neshaminy, senior forward
Kimber Kisselbach is an aggressive player who can score and dish off.
New Neshaminy coach Rachel Clemems lavishes praise on her.
“She is a hard-working player that has the creativity and ability to beat players one-on-one,” said Clemens. “She sees the field well, distributes dangerous balls through the defense, and is a leader on the field. If her game continues to progress over the season, she could be one of the best forwards in the area.”
Emily Marvill, Upper Dublin, senior
First team American Conference.
No other information available.
Stevi Parker, Pennridge juniorStevi Parker is known for her bulldog mentality, skill, high standards and heading ability.
“She’s a perfectionist, more competitive than most players in the league,” said Pennridge coach Jorge Rodriguez. “Winning is not good enough for her unless she plays up to her standards. She’s an extremely technical player with a great ability to win balls out of the air.”
Molly Phillips, Pennsbury, senior midfielder
The Falcons will look to Molly Phillips, who finished last season with 12 goals and 12 assists, to improve on last year’s fourth place National Conference finish.
“She is an excellent player who can cover the field very quickly offensively and defensively,” said coach Kaitlyn Battiste. “She creates many opportunities for herself and her teammates to find success. She is a leader on and off the field, someone her teammates look up to, and is a pleasure to coach.”
Ashley Saylor, Central Bucks South, senior midfielder/defender
Ashley Saylor is a two-year captain and first team all-Continental selection.
She has already committed to West Chester for next year.
Although she would prefer to play more offense, coach Joe Bocklet is inclined to take advantage of her determination and toughness on defense.
“She’s a great leader,” said Bocklet. “She sacrifices for her teammates.”
Sara Scheidel, Council Rock North, junior forward
Scheidel turned in a breakout season last year, scoring 13 goals and chipping in 12 assists for the Indians. Clearly she will be someone to strike fear in the minds of opponents.
According to coach Roman Escobar, she can play well with her back to the goal and can turn and unleash a quick accurate shot.
“She knows her strengths and plays to them,” he said. “I expect big things from her this year.”
Best of the Rest
Natalie Pinkney, Pennridge
Alex Schaeffer, Wissahickon, senior
Ryan Noe, Upper Dublin, junior
Erin Lafferty, Upper Dublin, junior
Kristen O-Sullivan, Upper Merion sophomore
Leslie Weaver, Upper Moreland sophomore keeper
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