The USVI U17 Women’s National Team earned a 2-0 victory over Dominica on Friday, recording the program’s first win at the U17 level in 13 years, a press release announced Saturday.
The USVI competed in the tournament with a 12-player roster after multiple withdrawals before camp, leaving the team with one available substitute per match. The Lady Dashing Eagles opened play against the Dominican Republic and Nicaragua before facing Dominica in their final match, according to the press release.
USVI struck early. Three minutes after kickoff, Celine Kalpee scored her first goal in official competition, giving the Lady Dashing Eagles a 1-0 lead. Captain Reagan Marshall followed soon after with a second goal to extend the advantage, the press release stated.
The Lady Dashing Eagles maintained the lead through a structured defensive performance, limiting opportunities and clearing pressure as fatigue increased. Despite the short bench, USVI held its shape and recorded a clean sheet, the release stated.
Goalkeeper Kyliz Osorio continued her strong play throughout the tournament and was credited by Head Coach Katie Quinlan for her performances in goal.
“Kyliz is a warrior and she has so much potential. She deserves all the plaudits for her performance against another strong opponent,” Quinlan said. “This is a great environment to show her capabilities, and I have not seen a better save at this age group than the one she faced in overtime. I am excited for her future. She is eager to learn, a fantastic character to have in our group, and improving every single game.”
The result secured the USVI’s place in the tournament and marked a milestone for the Lady Dashing Eagles program, the release stated.
