How does the U.S. Under-17 Women’s Youth National Team prepare for international competitions. What is the significance of the upcoming trip to England for the team’s development. Who are the key players to watch in this young and talented squad.
U.S. Under-17 Women’s Youth National Team: A Look at the Future Stars
The U.S. Under-17 Women’s Youth National Team represents the future of women’s soccer in the United States. This talented group of young athletes is preparing for their next challenge: a trip to England from February 10-19, 2023. During this excursion, the team will face off against England’s U-17 WYNT in two matches at St. George’s Park in Burton upon Trent.
The Squad Composition
Twenty players have been called up for this international adventure, showcasing the depth of talent in the U.S. youth system. The roster includes:
- 19 players born in 2006
- 1 player born in 2007 (midfielder Melanie Barcenas)
- 5 players who participated in the 2022 FIFA Under-17 Women’s World Cup in India
- Players from 12 different states and 18 different youth clubs
World Cup Experience: A Foundation for Success
Five players on the current roster bring valuable experience from the 2022 FIFA Under-17 Women’s World Cup in India. How did these players contribute to the team’s performance in that tournament?
- Emeri Adames (Forward): Played in all four games and provided one assist
- Jordyn Bugg (Defender): Saw action in three games
- Nicola “Nikki” Fraser (Defender): Participated in three games
- Onyeka Gamero (Forward): Played every minute of three matches, scoring one goal and assisting another
- Amalia Villareal (Forward): Appeared in three matches, contributing one goal and two assists
This core group of players brings a wealth of international experience to the team, setting a high standard for their teammates and providing leadership on and off the pitch.
Rising Stars: Players to Watch
While the World Cup veterans form a solid foundation, several other players on the roster have shown promise and are poised to make their mark on the international stage. Who are some of the emerging talents to keep an eye on?
- Melanie Barcenas: The youngest player on the roster, born in 2007, has already trained with the U-17s
- Claire Hutton: A standout performer at the 2022 Concacaf U-17 Championship, scoring six goals in the tournament
- Eleanor Klinger: Gained valuable training experience with the U-17s last year
- Carla Small: Hailing from Waipahu, Hawaii, Small attends the prestigious IMG Academy in Florida
The Road to the 2024 FIFA Under-20 Women’s World Cup
The current U-17 squad is not only focused on immediate success but also has an eye on the future. The players on this roster are age-eligible for the 2024 FIFA Under-20 Women’s World Cup, which has an age cutoff of players born on or after January 1, 2004. How does this long-term perspective impact the team’s development and strategy?
By exposing these young players to high-level international competition at an early age, the U.S. Soccer Federation is investing in the future of the women’s national team program. The experience gained in matches against top-tier opponents like England will prove invaluable as these players progress through the youth ranks and potentially into the senior national team.
Diversity in Talent: A Nationwide Search for Excellence
The U.S. Under-17 Women’s Youth National Team roster reflects the diverse talent pool across the country. With players hailing from 12 different states and 18 different youth clubs, the team showcases the strength of youth soccer development throughout the United States.
Geographic Representation
The roster includes players from various regions, including:
- California
- Texas
- Florida
- Colorado
- New York
- Ohio
- Missouri
- Hawaii
This wide-ranging representation ensures that the best talent is identified and nurtured, regardless of geographic location.
The Importance of International Exposure
Why is the upcoming trip to England crucial for the development of these young players? International matches provide a unique opportunity for player growth and team cohesion. Facing off against England’s U-17 WYNT at St. George’s Park, the home of England’s national teams, offers several benefits:
- Exposure to different playing styles and tactics
- Experience in a high-pressure international environment
- Opportunity to build team chemistry and camaraderie
- Chance to showcase individual talents on a global stage
- Preparation for future international tournaments
These experiences are invaluable in shaping the players’ development and preparing them for future success at higher levels of competition.
The Coaching Philosophy: Nurturing Talent and Team Spirit
Under the guidance of head coach Natalia Astrain, the U.S. Under-17 Women’s Youth National Team has adopted a philosophy that prioritizes both individual skill development and team unity. How does this approach manifest in the team’s preparation and performance?
Astrain emphasizes the importance of playing a distinctive style of soccer while fostering a supportive team environment. This dual focus on tactical proficiency and team cohesion has yielded positive results, as evidenced by the team’s success in recent competitions.
Key Elements of Astrain’s Coaching Philosophy
- Dedication to a specific playing style
- Emphasis on off-field support and camaraderie
- Cultivation of a positive team spirit
- Encouragement of individual competitiveness within a team framework
By instilling these values in the young players, Astrain is not only preparing them for success on the international stage but also laying the groundwork for their future careers in professional soccer.
Building on Past Success: The 2022 Concacaf Women’s U-17 Championship
The current U.S. Under-17 Women’s Youth National Team is built on a foundation of recent success. In April 2022, the team competed in the Concacaf Women’s U-17 Championship in the Dominican Republic, marking their return to international play after a hiatus due to the global pandemic. How did the team perform in this crucial tournament?
The U.S. squad dominated the competition, winning all seven of their matches en route to qualifying for the World Cup and claiming the regional title. This impressive performance demonstrated the team’s resilience and ability to excel under pressure, despite the challenges posed by the pandemic-induced break from international competition.
Key Achievements in the 2022 Concacaf Women’s U-17 Championship
- 7 wins in 7 matches
- Qualification for the 2022 FIFA Under-17 Women’s World Cup
- Concacaf regional title
- Standout performance by Claire Hutton (6 goals in the tournament)
The success in the Concacaf Championship served as a springboard for the team’s preparation for the World Cup and continues to inspire the current squad as they face new challenges.
Looking Ahead: The Path to Future Success
As the U.S. Under-17 Women’s Youth National Team embarks on their trip to England, they carry with them the hopes and expectations of a nation passionate about soccer. What are the long-term goals for this group of players, and how do they fit into the broader landscape of U.S. Soccer?
While immediate success in international friendlies and tournaments is important, the ultimate goal is to develop these young athletes into future stars for the senior national team. The experiences gained at the U-17 level, including the upcoming matches against England, are crucial stepping stones in this process.
Long-term Objectives for the U-17 Program
- Consistent qualification for and strong performances in FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cups
- Smooth transition of players to the U-20 and eventually senior national team levels
- Development of tactically astute and technically proficient players
- Cultivation of leadership skills and a winning mentality
- Continued expansion of the talent pool across all regions of the United States
By focusing on these objectives, the U.S. Soccer Federation aims to maintain its position as a global powerhouse in women’s soccer for years to come.
As the U.S. Under-17 Women’s Youth National Team continues its journey of growth and development, soccer fans across the country eagerly anticipate the emergence of the next generation of stars. The upcoming matches against England provide an exciting opportunity to gauge the team’s progress and catch a glimpse of the bright future of U.S. women’s soccer.
U.S. Under-17 Women’s Youth National Team Calls Up 20 Players For Trip To England
On the Pitch
USA Will Face England U-17s at St. James Park, England FA’s National Training Center; Five Players on Roster Were Part of USA’s 2022 FIFA Under-17 Women’s World Cup Team
CHICAGO (Feb. 5, 2023) – The U.S. Under-17 Women’s Youth National Team will travel to England from Feb. 10-19 to play two matches against England’s U-17 WYNT at St. George’s Park in Burton upon Trent, England. The games will take place on February 15 and 18.
Twenty players have been called up for the first action of the year for this age group, five of whom represented the USA at the 2022 FIFA Under-17 Women’s World Cup in India. Nineteen of the players were born in 2006 and one, midfielder Melanie Barcenas, was born in 2007.
Each of the five players who were in India saw significant action. Forward Emeri Adames played in all four games and had one assist. Defenders Jordyn Bugg and Nicola “Nikki” Fraser each saw action in three games. Forward Onyeka Gamero, who was one of the top players at the World Cup, played every minute of three matches and had a goal and an assist while forward Amalia Villareal played in three matches and had one goal and two assists.
Several other players on the roster including Barcenas, midfielder Claire Hutton (who was a part of the USA’s 2022 Concacaf U-17 Championship and scored six goals in the tournament) and midfielder Eleanor Klinger saw training time with the U-17s last year.
This group of players is age-eligible for the 2024 FIFA Under-20 Women’s World Cup, which has an age cutoff of players born on or after January 1, 2004.
The 20 players on the roster come from 12 different states and 18 different youth clubs with three players from the San Diego Surf. Defender Carla Small, who attends IMG Academy in Florida, hails from Waipahu, Hawaii.
U.S. U-17 WOMEN’S YOUTH NATIONAL TEAM (Club; Hometown) – FEBRUARY TRAINING CAMP
GOALKEEPERS (2): Sonoma Kasica (Florida Premier FC; St.
Petersburg, Fla.), Kealey Titmuss (Nationals; Grand Blanc, Mich.)
DEFENDERS (7): Aven Alvarez (North Carolina Courage; New Hill, N.C.), Jordyn Bugg (San Diego Surf SC; El Cajon, Calif.), Nicola Fraser (Real Colorado National; Highlands Ranch, Color.), Tanna Schornstein (San Diego Surf SC; San Diego, Calif.), Tabitha Sine (Dallas Texans; Coppell, Tex.), Carla Small (IMG Academy; Waipahu, Hawaii), Kamryn Winger (Virginia Development Academy; Woodbridge, Va.)
MIDFIELDERS (6): Melanie Barcenas (San Diego Surf SC; San Diego, Calif.), Kendall Bodak (NEFC; Monson, Mass.), Claire Hutton (World Class FC; Bethlehem, N.Y.), Eleanor Klinger (Internationals SC; Cleveland, Ohio), Grace Restovich (St. Louis Scott Gallagher; St. Louis, Mo.), Avery Robinson (Florida Elite Soccer Academy; St. Johns, Fla.)
FORWARDS (5): Emeri Adames (Solar SC; Red Oak, Tex.), Onyeka Gamero (Beach FC; Cerritos, Calif.), Miri O’Donnell (FC Bay Area Surf; San Ramon, Calif.
), Jaden Thomas (FC Dallas; Dallas, Texas), Amalia Villarreal (Michigan Jaguars; Lansing, Mich.)
U-17 WYNT
Twenty-one players named to USA roster for 2022 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup
CHICAGO – U.S. Under-17 Women’s Youth National Team head coach Natalia Astrain has named the 21 players who will represent the United States at the 2022 FIFA Under-17 Women’s World Cup to be held in India from Oct. 11-30.
The USA kicks off Group A on Tuesday, Oct. 11 against host India (10:30 a.m. ET on FS2) in Bhubaneswar. The match will be played in a stadium that will likely be filled to capacity (19,000). The USA continues the group on Oct. 14 vs. Brazil (7 a.m. ET on FS2) and wraps up first round play against Morocco on Oct. 17 (10:30 a.m. ET on FS2). All of the matches of the tournament will be broadcast on either Fox Soccer Plus or FS2.
Astrain named the final roster after a successful three-game trip to Spain at the end of August in which the USA won and drew with Spain and then defeated Germany.
Due to the global pandemic, this group of players didn’t return to international play until late April of this year at the Concacaf Women’s U-17 Championship in the Dominican Republic, a tournament in which the USA won all seven of its games to qualify for the World Cup and take the regional title.
Players born on or after Jan. 1, 2005, are age-eligible for this World Cup. Astrain chose 16 players born in 2005 and five born in 2006. Eleven players will be 17 years old at the start of the World Cup and 10 will be 16.
“I give a lot of credit to players for how much this group has grown in a short time,” said Astrain. “They are a very united team, not only in their dedication to playing our style of soccer on the field, but in supporting each other off the field. They are a team full of positive spirit and competitiveness, and the opportunity to represent the USA in a World Cup is one they are embracing with humbleness and tremendous excitement. We are really looking forward to seeing the positive impact this World Cup will have on their developmental journeys.
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Astrain named 15 players who were part of the USA’s Concacaf championship team (in part due to a few injuries late in the selection process) and six players who made late runs to earn a World Cup roster spot. This will be the first U-17 Women’s World Cup since 2018 after the 2020 tournament was cancelled due to the global pandemic and thus the first World Cup experience for every player on the roster.
The tournament will be a truly special experience for midfielder Mia Bhuta, whose father was born in Mumbai and grew up in Rajkot in the state of Gujarat in Western India. He came to the USA when he was 16 years old and now his daughter, the first-ever player of Indian descent to represent the U.S. Women’s National Team in a World Cup, will get to do so in a country in which she still has many relatives.
2022 U.S. UNDER-17 WOMEN’S WORLD CUP TEAM ROSTER BY POSITION (CAPS/GOALS):
GOALKEEPERS (3): Abigail Gundry (NC Courage; Wake Forest, N.
C.; 5), Victoria Safradin (Internationals SC; Eastlake, Ohio; 7), Valentina Amaral (Florida Kraze Krush; Oviedo, Fla.; 2)
DEFENDERS (6): Ella Emri (San Diego Surf; San Diego, Calif.; 3/0), Nicola Fraser (Real Colorado National; Highlands Ranch, Colo.; 8/1), Jordyn Bugg (San Diego Surf; El Cajon, Calif.; 0/0), Savannah King (Slammers FC HB Koge; West Hills, Calif.; 9/0), Cameron Roller (Solar SC; Sherman, Texas; 8/1), Gisele Thompson (Total Futbol Academy; Studio City, Calif.; 9/0)
MIDFIELDERS (5): Mia Bhuta (Internationals SC; Pittsburgh, Pa.; 10/2), Riley Jackson (Concorde Fire; Roswell, Ga.; 8/2), Charlotte Kohler (MVLA; Woodside, Calif.; 8/6), Lauren Martinho (NC Courage; Cary, N.C.; 10/5), Ella Sanchez (Racing Louisville; Louisville, Ky.; 3/0)
FORWARDS (7): Emeri Adames (Solar SC; Red Oak, Texas; 3/2), Onyeka Gamero (Beach FC; Cerritos, Calif.
; 9/5), Nicollette Kiorpes (NEFC; Worcester, Mass.; 8/5), Melina Rebimbas (PDA; Warren, N.J.; 10/8), Samantha Smith (Boise Thorns FC; Boise, Idaho; 10/3), Taylor Suarez (Charlotte SA; Charlotte, N.C.; 9/2), Amalia Villarreal (Michigan Jaguars FC; Lansing, Mich.; 10/8)
The 2022 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup features 16 nations divided into four groups of four teams. The top two finishers in each group advance to the knockout round quarterfinals. All 32 matches of the tournament will take place across three venues in India: Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar on the east coast and Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Goa and DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai, which are located on the west coast.
2022 FIFA U-17 WOMEN’S WORLD CUP GROUP A SCHEDULE – USA
| Date | Match | Kickoff (ET) | Venue; City | TV |
Oct. 11 | USA vs. India | 10:30 a.m. | Kalinga Stadium; Bhubaneswar | FS2 |
| Oct. 14 | USA vs. Brazil | 7:00 a.m. | Kalinga Stadium; Bhubaneswar | FS2 |
| Oct. 17 | USA vs. Morocco | 10:30 a.m. | Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Goa | FS2 |
ROSTER NOTES:
- With eight career goals each at this level, forwards Melina Rebimbas and Amalia Villareal enter this World Cup as the USA’s leading scorers.
- The six players on the World Cup roster who were not a part of the U.S. team at the 2022 Concacaf Women’s U-17 Championship are goalkeeper Valentina Amaral, defenders Ella Emri and Jordyn Bugg, midfielder Ella Sanchez and forwards Emeri Adames and Samantha Smith.
- Nineteen of the 21 players on the roster have been capped at the U-17 level, led by midfielder Mia Bhuta, Rebimbas and midfielder Lauren Martinho, who all have 10 caps. Bugg and Smith are uncapped.
- The roster is made up of players from 17 different youth clubs and 13 different states. Defender Giselle Thompson plays in MLS Next for the U-17 boys’ team at Total Futbol Academy in Los Angeles.
- Six players hail from California, four come from North Carolina and two are from Texas. Players also come from Colorado, Idaho, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Jersey, Ohio and Pennsylvania
- The youth clubs who played multiple players on the roster are the NC Courage (3), San Diego Surf (2), Solar FC (2), and Internationals SC (2).
- Of the 21 players on the roster, eight are currently high school seniors, 10 are in their junior year and two are sophomores. Bhuta has graduated from high school and will enroll early at Stanford University in January.
- This will be the first World Cup as U.S. head coach for Natalia Astrain, who took over the program in November of 2021. Astrain joined U.S. Soccer after spending the 2021 National Women’s Soccer League season with the Kansas City Current and brings a wealth of coaching experience in both the professional and youth ranks. In her native Spain, she served as head coach for FC Barcelona, Club Damm, Club Levante Las Planas and as an assistant with Atletico Madrid and the Spain Women’s National Team. She also spent time as technical director of Barcelona’s women’s academy.
Women’s junior team of Russia (U-17)
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July 17
Women’s junior teams U-17 and U-16 completed the selection tournament
Senior team won 4:2.
July 17
Russia U-17 – Russia U-16. Control match. LIVE
July 15
U-17 women’s junior team beat Miras
Past matches
Russia U-17
17 July 2023 11:00
4:2
Selection tournament.
Juniors
Russia U-16
Russia
15 July 2023 11:00
1:0
Friendly match. Girls U-17
Miras (UFL)
Russia U-17
13 July 2023 11:00
3:0
Selection tournament. Juniors
Russia U-15
Russia
18 February 2023 11:00
3:2
Friendly match.
Girls U-17
Chertanovo
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Russia U-19 – Russia U-15 – 3:0. Kazan. Central Stadium
July 13, 2023
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Russia U-17 – Chertanovo – 3:2. Women’s teams. Friendly match. Türkiye, Antalya, IC Green Palace
February 18, 2023
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Women’s junior team of Russia (U-17) – Women’s junior team of Russia (U-15) – 9:0.
