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[Cleats Off FC @CleatsOffFc]

@chris_awk southeastern had a pretty good season last year! i’m curious: are they ranked lower because some players graduated/left? or their 2025 conference tournament performance?

[Cleats Off FC @CleatsOffFc]

@gabfontana2027 WOOHOO!!!! congratulations , all the hard work paid off & we’re so proud of you!

[Gabriella Fontana - 2027- ACM/DCM @gabfontana2027]

I am incredibly excited and grateful to announce my commitment to continue my academic and athletic career at Roanoke College!
This journey has been filled with challenges, growth, unforgettable memories, and amazing people who have helped shape me into the player and person I am today. I want to sincerely thank my parents, family, friends, teammates, coaches, trainers, and everyone who has supported and believed in me along the way. I truly would not be here without you.
A special thank you to Coach Phil & Coach Martinez, the entire coaching staff @RoanokeWomenSoc for believing in me and giving me the opportunity to be part of such an incredible program. From the moment I stepped on campus, it felt like home- a place where I could grow both on the field and in the classroom. I’m excited to begin this next chapter, compete alongside an amazing group of teammates, and proudly represent the Maroons.
The work doesn’t stop here—this is just the beginning.
Go Maroons! ❤️🤍
@RoanokeCollege @ImYouthSoccer @ImCollegeSoccer @imwomenssoccer @TheSoccerWire @CleatsOffFc
#Committed #RoanokeCollege #GoMaroons #NokeNation

[College Soccer Truth ™ @ImCollegeSoccer]

2028’s

If you didn’t get a call today it’s okay.

There’s always tomorrow, and the next day, and so on.

Keep at it. You got this!

#CSTruth

[Gabriella Fontana - 2027- ACM/DCM @gabfontana2027]

Composed, relentless, and impactful on both sides of the ball. Highlights from a strong performance in the midfield — controlling tempo, breaking up plays defensively, and creating opportunities in the attack for my @NJCRUSHFC team.

Gabriella Fontana | Class of 2027
Midfielder
https://t.co/3yq4mNUuhw
@ImYouthSoccer @imwomenssoccer @ImCollegeSoccer @UncommittedGrls @Soccer2College @CleatsOffFc @RemarkablesFC
#ClassOf2027 #GirlsSoccer #SoccerRecruiting #Midfielder #RecruitMe #FutureCollegeAthlete #CenterMid #PlayerHighlights #CollegeCoaches #NextLevel

[Marsha Lycan @mlycan12]

We often see super talented youth players who don’t communicate at ALL during games.

You can be the most talented player on the field but if you don’t communicate, college coaches notice that too.

It raises questions about leadership, confidence or tactical understanding.

The higher the level, the more the game is played with information, organization, and accountability — not just talent.

#BeVocal #LeadersLead

[Cleats Off FC @CleatsOffFc]

@gabfontana2027 @NJCRUSHFC @UncommittedGrls @imwomenssoccer Let’s go!!!🙌🏽

[Gabriella Fontana - 2027- ACM/DCM @gabfontana2027]

Game 1 at the PDA Girls College Showcase ⚽️

Looking forward to competing this weekend against high-level opposition and continuing to grow as a midfielder — controlling tempo, connecting play, winning tackles, creating opportunities in the attack, and helping our lines stay connected.

Ready to compete and showcase my game in front of college coaches. 💪

Gabriella Fontana
Class of 2027 | Midfielder
@ImYouthSoccer @ImCollegeSoccer @imwomenssoccer @CleatsOffFc @RemarkablesFC @UncommittedGrls @Soccer2College
#ClassOf2027 #Midfielder #PDAGirlsCollegeShowcase #ECNLRL #GirlsSoccer #SoccerRecruiting #CollegeSoccer #NJSoccer

[Coach Belcher @CoachEBelcher]

Portal update:
⌚️-- 9:45
⬆️-- Over 300 D1 WSOC entrees & rising.
Going be honest, there's a place for everyone to play collegiate ⚽️, in theory, but when you do the math
& consider all factors academic & athletic...
Some folks have kicked thier last collegiate ⚽️ don't know it😞

[Cleats Off FC @CleatsOffFc]

‼️TRANSFERS: you may not want to, but please include the school you are LEAVING in your transfer portal announcements.
coaches want to have access to that info without the hassle of looking you up!

[Cleats Off FC @CleatsOffFc]

@gabfontana2027 @SUHornetsWS proud of you!!!! keep it up!!

[NCAA Division II @NCAADII]

Proposal No. 2026-6 motion to refer has PASSED

#MakeItYours | #NCAAConv

[NCAA Division II @NCAADII]

Division II Executive Board recommends sending seasons-of-competition proposal back to governance structure.

🔗 https://t.co/6bAYphhqmu

#MakeItYours

[Washington Athletics @UWAthletics]

You will always be with us, Mia 🧡

[Cleats Off FC @CleatsOffFc]

@gabfontana2027 @NCFC_Youth keep it up!!!!!👏🏼

[Gabriella Fontana - 2027- ACM/DCM @gabfontana2027]

https://t.co/uXu1RZiz0O

Took some time this past weekend to put together some highlights from Game 3 at the @NCFC_Youth College Showcase.
This game I really focused on checking my shoulder to help create better field awareness and break through those lines faster and more effectively.
@NJCRUSHFC went 3-0 at the Showcase while keeping a clean sheet! Thank you to all the college coaches that came to watch our games and braved the weather.
@ImYouthSoccer @ImCollegeSoccer @imwomenssoccer @UncommittedGrls @CleatsOffFc
@ECNLgirls #MindsetMatters #soccergirls #chasingdreams

[SFA Soccer @SFA_Soccer]

Welcome to the Lumberjack Family, @KeiraTruofreh! 🪓

📍Colorado Springs, CO
⚽️ TAMU-CC

#AxeEm x #BeTheThermostat

[Cleats Off FC @CleatsOffFc]

link: https://t.co/9OO3IHfS0x

[Cleats Off FC @CleatsOffFc]

here’s some of the women’s soccer 2024 transfer portal data from the NCAA:
📈65% of D1 players found a new home
📉7% withdrew from the portal
📊29% remain active in the portal

[Cleats Off FC @CleatsOffFc]

✅69% (678 players) went to another D1 (aided)
❎10% (101 players) went to another D1 (unaided)
✅14% (143 players) went to a D2 (aided)
❎3% (30 players) went to a D2 (unaided)
✅4% (36 players) went to a D3
💡these %s are from the 65% of D1 players that DID find a new school