I didn't get to see JI or Wando. But I do know that Wando is made up mostly of the U-17 Mt. Pleasant team and they have an excellent coach. Wando will have a hard time scoring but defending will be their major strengh. If you get down to them, then you will find it near impossible to get back.
Mauldin looked very good against Irmo. They where the best team "I saw" at the tournament by a long shot. They played very well as a team from the mid-field forward. Their one weakest might be their defense but that will probably improve a lot over the next few weeks, which I am sure all the other teams will be happy about.
Irmo look pretty good. Coach Fred is still working to fill the void left by some very talented seniors. The second half against Mauldin was a 1-1 tie once Coach Fred made a few changes in the line-up. So exoect Irmo to make some major improvements in the next few games.
I was impressed over all by the play of the teams. Girls HS soccer in the past has not always been very good soccer. The level of skill from just a few years ago is dramatic. I was very proud of the teams and of SC. And I want to thank SV for putting on such a great tournament....
