U8 Team Chicago Rockets Went Undefeated

Rachel Ehrman opened the scoring for the U8 Team Chicago Rockets against the Plainfield Vipers on Oct 2. The Rockets ended the first half with a 4-0 lead behind two goals from Julia Irle and one from Gwyneth Phillips. Phillips scored the decisive goal in the second half ensuring that the Rockets remain unbeaten to date. U8 Team Chicago Rockets 3, Naperville Challenger Mustangs 1 The Team Chicago U8 Girls Rockets outscored the Naperville Challenger Mustangs 3-1 on Oct. 23. Gwenyth Phillips led the scoring effort in the first half, and Rachel Ehrman secured the victory with two quick goals in the second. Goalie duties were shared by Kelly Chambers and Kendall Thielsen. Tough defense was provided by JudyAnn Pendergast and Michaela Johnson. Team Chicago Rockets shuts out Naperville Lightning Team Chicago Girls U8 Rockets shut out the Naperville Lightning 5-0 on Oct. 30, with four goals by Gwyneth Phillips and one from Juila Penna. Team Chicago Rockets edges Plainfield Twisters 2-1 In a match between two undefeated teams, the visiting Team Chicago U8 Girls Rockets pulled off a 2-1 win over the Plainfield Twisters. In a playoff atmosphere, the Rockets came from behind with goals from Gwyneth Phillips and Brittany Butler. Strong defense was provided by Rachel Ehrman, JudyAnn Pendergast and Kendall Thielsen. Offensive duties were shared by Kelly Chambers, Julia Irle, Michaela Johnson and Julia Pena.