Houston Dash at Bay FC player ratings
(image via Houston Dash)
The Houston Dash picked up a point on the road in a 2-2 draw against Bay FC on Saturday night. Here’s a closer look at individual performances from the match.
Starters
Jane Campbell – 8
Campbell came up big with 5 strong saves, including two crucial stops late in the match to keep Houston in it.
Avery Patterson – 8.5 (Player of the Match)
Patterson controlled the midfield with energy and precision. She delivered a perfect assist for Van Zanten’s goal and played a key role in both phases of play.
Natalie Jacobs – 6.5
Jacobs held her ground in midfield and made a few key interceptions. She picked up a yellow card but remained disciplined.
Paige Nielsen – 6.5
Nielsen was steady at the back. She read the game well and kept Bay’s attack from finding rhythm through the center.
Allysha Chapman – 7
Chapman recovered from an early error to make a game-saving tackle in stoppage time. This was a classic gritty performance from Chappy.
Evelina Duljan – 7
Duljan was active on the right flank. She got involved in the attack and tracked back well defensively.
Danielle Colaprico – 7
Colaprico was quietly effective. She helped control possession and connect play through midfield.
Delanie Sheehan – 8
Sheehan was one of the most composed players on the pitch. Assisted the equalizer with a great corner delivery and was sharp in transition.
Maggie Graham – 6
Graham worked hard but didn’t have much impact. She nearly scored with a header late in stoppage time.
Kiki Van Zanten – 7.5
Kiki scored the first goal with a confident finish. She was a constant threat down the left side all night.
Yazmeen Ryan – 6
Ryan put in a shift defensively but struggled to influence the attack.
Substitutes
Messiah Bright – 6
Bright brought fresh energy but couldn’t break through Bay’s backline.
Sophie Schmidt – 8
Schmidt made her presence felt quickly, scoring the late equalizer with a smart header off a corner.
Katie Lind – N/A
Lind was subbed on in stoppage time with no real time to make an impact.
Head Coach
Fabrice Gautrat – 8
The Dash had a strong tactical approach and smart substitutions. His decision to bring on Schmidt late paid off, and the team showed resilience and balance in a tough road match.
