West Best of Preps

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The Commercial Appeal Best of Preps for Girl's Soccer will be posted 12/17/2010. I will post the list and let's see what happens with the poll

Edited December 16, 2010 by Canesoverhere

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DIVISION 1 TEAM

Lauren Albright, Houston, junior;

Chanel Thorpe, Houston, senior;

Kelsey Cunningham, Houston, junior;

Kelsey Pearce, Houston, freshman;

Eliza Roberts, Ridgeway, senior;

Chelsea Rial, Collierville, senior;

McKenzie Bricker, Collierville, sophomore.

Taylor Smith, Collierville, junior;

Kyndel Cook, Arlington, senior;

Simone Hawkins, Arlington, junior;

Kayla Thorpe, Houston, senior;

Becky Marks, Brighton, senior;

Molly Starnes, Germantown, senior;

Kayla Harbin, Bolton, junior.

Kristin Knight, Arlington, sophomore;

Bridget Hutchinson, Bartlett, senior;

Katie Toler, Houston, sophomore;

Samantha Laplante, Houston, senior;

Gracie Irby, Germantown, junior;

Abby Linder, Germantown, freshman;

Olivia Harrison, Houston, junior.

Lydia Fuson, White Station, senior;

Karen Jaslow, White Station, senior.

 

PRIVATE SCHOOLS TEAM

Caroline Chadwell, Harding, junior;

Flori Smith, St. Benedict, senior;

Gretchen Harknett, Briarcrest, sophomore;

Mary Ruth Locastro, St. Agnes, sophomore;

Melissa Capocaccia, St. Agnes, sophomore;

Chandler Reece, Hutchison, senior;

Mackenze Parma, St. Agnes, sophomore.

Julie Eckel, St. Benedict, senior;

Kate Leathers, ECS, junior;

Tori Fitzgerald, St. George’s, junior;

Madison Cobb, ECS, junior;

Clare Latham, Briarcrest, junior;

Devin Mc- Donald, Lausanne, senior;

Taylor Simms, St. Mary’s, senior.

Margaret Patterson, St. George’s, senior;

Alex Bickenbach, St. Benedict, senior;

Amy Mirro, St. George’s, junior;

Allie Oliver, ECS, junior;

Bethany Bunker, St. Agnes, junior;

Katie Danehy, St. Mary’s, senior;

Brooklyn Kimball, Harding, senior;

Devon Simms, St. Mary’s, sophomore.

 

Best of Preps Finalists

Olivia Harrison

Houston junior

Harrison was named MVP of the state championship game, scoring twice and assisting on another as the Mustangs routed Franklin, 6-1, to win their second straight title. For the season, the speedy Harrison had 38 goals and 19 assists to lead the Mustangs to a 21-1-2 record.

 

Gracie Irby

Germantown junior

One of the top defenders in Tennessee, Irby was named to the Tennessee High School Soccer Coaches all-star team. She helped the Red Devils post eight shutouts while also chipping in with eight goals, including three from the penalty spot.

 

Bethany Bunker

St. Agnes junior

Bunker earned Division 2-AA all-state recognition after helping the Stars reach the state tournament. A hard-working, all-energy forward, Bunker had seven goals and nine assists while being named West Region offensive player of the year.

 

Madison Cobb

ECS junior

A standout defender who was named region and district Most Valuable Player while also being named the top Division 2-A defender in the state. Her stellar efforts helped the Eagles finish the season with an 11-3-3 record and the West Region tournament title.

 

Julie Eckel

St. Benedict senior

Arguably the most versatile player in the area, Eckel starred in attack and in goal as

the Eagles went 8-3-5 and advanced to the Division 2-AA quarterfinals. The Tennessee signee had plenty of shutouts as the team’s goalkeeper, but also saw playing time up front.

 

Coach of the Year

David Wolff, Houston

Wolff coached the Mustangs to their second consecutive state championship in 2010. Houston finished 21-1-2, capping the year with a 6-1 victory over Franklin in the title game.

[loveusasoccer]

The list isn't bad. However, I can't believe Carmen Manes isn't on the list. She is one of the top players in the area in any division. I was actually expecting to see her as one of the finalist.

She sacrifices her offensive game to play defensive mid, controls the midfield and let's others play the glory positions. She could be racking up points. I have watched St. agnes play many times in the past couple years and Carmen being left off the list is just not right. Coach Irby is a great pick for coach of the year. Not because his team has won back to back titles, but because he works harder than any coach in town(boys and girls). I don't know him at all, but I see him at games all over town scouting opponents. Houston is very fortunate to have him.

[h2odog]

The list isn't bad. However, I can't believe Carmen Manes isn't on the list. She is one of the top players in the area in any division. I was actually expecting to see her as one of the finalist.

She sacrifices her offensive game to play defensive mid, controls the midfield and let's others play the glory positions. She could be racking up points. I have watched St. agnes play many times in the past couple years and Carmen being left off the list is just not right. Coach Irby is a great pick for coach of the year. Not because his team has won back to back titles, but because he works harder than any coach in town(boys and girls). I don't know him at all, but I see him at games all over town scouting opponents. Houston is very fortunate to have him.

 

I tried to post shortly after you commented on Carmen, but I have just been reading and not ranting for some time. As a result, I could not get my post to send. If this does in fact hit the message board, I'm back!!!!!

 

I could not agree with you more regarding Carmen. My daughter, now in college, played with her for 2 years in high school and I saw every game. I saw many of Carmen's junior year and a few of her Sr. year. Last year she was BOP and All-State. She has won many accolades and always worked her rear off in every assignment. As someone else said on the All-state thread "hanky-panky" enters the picture sometimes. At the risk of having to re-enter my anger management therapy, I will stop there.

She's a great girl and should have been recognized. I hope she keeps in the game and plays at the next level. I hear she has opportunities and congratulate her for having options.

 

In keeping with old dog traditions, I don't think there is a Coach Irby. Was that a slip of the tongue???

Coach Wolff is the Houston coach and is one of the hardest workers out there trying to build a championship squad every year. Look's like he's got it working. Congratulates to Houston as well.

[loveusasoccer]

I tried to post shortly after you commented on Carmen, but I have just been reading and not ranting for some time. As a result, I could not get my post to send. If this does in fact hit the message board, I'm back!!!!!

 

I could not agree with you more regarding Carmen. My daughter, now in college, played with her for 2 years in high school and I saw every game. I saw many of Carmen's junior year and a few of her Sr. year. Last year she was BOP and All-State. She has won many accolades and always worked her rear off in every assignment. As someone else said on the All-state thread "hanky-panky" enters the picture sometimes. At the risk of having to re-enter my anger management therapy, I will stop there.

She's a great girl and should have been recognized. I hope she keeps in the game and plays at the next level. I hear she has opportunities and congratulate her for having options.

 

In keeping with old dog traditions, I don't think there is a Coach Irby. Was that a slip of the tongue???

Coach Wolff is the Houston coach and is one of the hardest workers out there trying to build a championship squad every year. Look's like he's got it working. Congratulates to Houston as well.

 

Thanks for correcting. I meant Coach Wollf. I think he is great. Also thanks for speaking up for Carmen. I heard she was looking to play at the next level and has opportunities at every level. She is also a very bright student and may decide to concentrate on her academics. I hope she gives the college soccer experience a try. She has a real gift.