I dont understand why the 'girl' should be dropped. She is a 'girl' playing on a boy's team. The boy's and girl's games are so different. (Ive played boys and coached both.) That the fact she is getting the recoginition is outstanding and knucks for her. I think the emphasis on the girl is a statement to her level of play and should only be seen as a compliment.
Keep it up BL.