Saturday, November 14, 2026
Grady Huneke wins this battle with Isabella Becerril.
Matias Brazao finds an opening between Gaby Caceres, Tosca Grifoni and Isabella Becerril
Grace Elliott advances the ball toward the goal.
Raegan McCullough kicks the ball past the defender.
Mila Stinchcomb takes control.
Lucas Baldwin defends Gaby Caceres.
The action was as hot as the temperatures Saturday morning and afternoon at Mackle Park as youth competitors of all ages competed in a unique 5v5 tournament on a series of mini-fields that were prepared specially for the tournament.
“The Marco Island facilities team did fantastic work to prepare and paint the fields for the players to enjoy,” said Neal Rickmers, tournament director. “All of the players I asked said they had a lot of fun playing their games on Saturday.”
One of the goals of the tournament is player development. According to Rickmers, that goal was attained.
“Many parents responded that their player’s skills improved and that they became more confident from their first game to their fourth or fifth game.”
Rickmers said the action was heated.
“I saw very exciting 5v5 soccer action and comeback wins,” Rickmers said.
Rickmers singled out Patrick Baldwin for praise.
“I would like to thank Patrick Baldwin and all the members of Marco Island United who helped make the 5v5 soccer tournament a great success."
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