Elle's U11 team ended up taking 2nd place in the Kansas City Champions Cup Tournament in Overland Park. This is the first time I have seen Elle really shine and be so confident playing up with the U11 girls. She dominates in her U10 age bracket and has really been holding back on her new U11, D1 team. She shys away from the bigger girls and seems a little intimidated. This tournament, Elle came out very strong and played strong the entire tournament. At half time, her coach had her stand up and had the rest of the team give her a round of applause. He said that was some fantastic soccer she was playing and blew a kiss into the air. I would have to agree. She plays a very tough mid-field and is probably one of the fastest out on the field. She can throw those little hips right in front of an unsuspecting player and take a ball faster than you can imagine. She assisted a good number of the goals scored over the weekend. Her excellent play earned her her first starting spot and a game as team captain with the older girls. Way to go, Elle :)