STATESBORO, Ga. — South Georgia Tormenta FC honored its 2009 Ibis Boys and 2009 Magenta Girls TFC Academy teams on Saturday night after both teams were crowned champions at the 2023 Tormenta FC Ibis Cup.
During halftime of the Peach States Derby, fans at Tormenta Stadium rose to their feet in appreciation of the young champions.
The ‘09 Magenta Girls fought hard and displayed great skill, securing a narrow 1-0 win in a tense final match against South Side Goal. The victory was all the more impressive given the tough opposition they faced throughout the tournament. The team was coached by Carson Shope, while Makayla Rockwood, Tristen Mays, America Garcia, Marisol Miller, Rylee Mackiewicz, Emma Hardy, Yoanna Mitchell, Emma Kate Tracy, and Mia Weathers all featured in the team’s cup run.
The ‘09 Ibis Boys also shined during the tournament, putting in a series of solid performances and ultimately claiming the Ibis Cup in emphatic fashion with a convincing 7-1 victory in the final against CESA. The team was coached by Bill Cheshire and Mike Smith, while Ben Lujan, Isaiah Puente, Jeremy Galvez, Isaac Burford, Mason Sellers, Michael Mitchell, Jaysin Milliken, Kevin Escobar, Ivoe Perigo, Elliott Smith, Hayden Scott and Fabricio Guerra all featured in the team’s historic cup run.
“It’s a great honor for us to celebrate the achievements of our youth academy teams. These young athletes are the future of our club, and we are committed to supporting them in their development and growth. We congratulate them on their fantastic victory and look forward to seeing them continue to excel on and off the pitch.”
Lily Gibbons, Tormenta FC Academy Recruiting Coordinator
Committed to raising the level of soccer locally and across the country, Tormenta FC Academy has programs for ages two to 19. It is the only youth academy in South Georgia and the Lowcountry of South Carolina with a path to the professional ranks. Follow Tormenta FC Academy on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram for other Academy news and content.
Contact Lily Gibbons for any questions regarding the latest Tormenta FC Academy news or to schedule your team’s recognition ceremony during Tormenta FC halftime breaks at lgibbons@tormentafc.com.
