The 2010 Women's U23 All-Star Team was chosen after a series of tryouts in the Metropolitan New York area and a scrimmage.  Thank you to the Union for again funding this program, the referee society for providing a ref for the MetNY U23 scrimmage and the many players who tried out for and made the 2010 team.  In it's second year of incorporation, the team competed against other Northeast All-Star teams at UMass, Amherst on April 25th and went 1-1 in competition.

Congrats to the below players for being named to the MetNY U23 Women’s Team.  The roster for the 2010 MetNY U23 team is:

MetNY U23 Women’s Team:

Tryout Dates:

March 21^st: 10am-1pm, Randall’s Island, Field 73

April 11^th: 930am-noon, Randall’s Island, Field 73

Directions: http://www.villagelions.org/about/directions/

All-Star Tournament Date:

April 25^th: Only for those who make the MetNY U23 squad. All day Northeast All-Star Tournament at UMass Amherst. Players will be expected to be at the designated hotel no later than 9pm Saturday 4/24.

*equipment, jerseys, 4/24 accommodations will be provided for – all other costs and all transportation is the responsibility of the player.*

What the MetNY U23 coaches look for:

· Understanding of position in static and open play (offense, defense, support, etc.)

· Solid execution of the basics, above average skills/player (ball handling, tackling, rucking, mauling, etc.)

· Insight for the game (ability to read the field, phases of play, forward thinking in offense and defense)

· Strong communication (creates a presence on the field and garners respect from teammates)

· Team player

In addition to the above, the NRU U23 coaches specifically look for:

· Athleticism/fitness above average – VERY IMPORTANT

· Basics done consistently, well and at pace for 80 minutes

Further information can be found on www.metnyrfu.org in the U23 section of the “Select Side” menu. Contact Renee at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for additional details.