Who's hot and who's not? INDIVISA ranks USL Super League's eight teams
The USL Super League season is gearing up for it's third week, and after two weekends of fairly even matches, there are some big moments to highlight, and some major question marks.
Carolina Ascent is a clear favorite, unbeaten at home. Problems have surfaced in Brooklyn, with the team's field stated to be "unplayable" just two days before the New York team would play their season opener. With eight teams and the league's first season, there's lots to tackle in this week's power rankings.
NDIVISA breaks down who stood out this week, and who dropped in our rankings.
8. Brooklyn FC
Brooklyn FC's home opener has been postponed. Said the club and USL Super League in statement: "Brooklyn FC’s home opener this Saturday against Carolina Ascent FC has been postponed. During installation of the soccer turf at Maimonides Park, the League and Brooklyn FC identified deficiencies that have rendered the field surface unplayable. The health and safety of our players, staff, and fans is our top priority and this decision reflects our commitment to their well-being. The match will be rescheduled for a later date."
Brooklyn FC has yet to play in this inaugural season, despite making some big signings before the league's start date in August.
Advertisement7. Tampa Bay Sun
Tampa Bay Sun certainly has the best game entrance – we're talking by boat – but has struggled to find their identity on the pitch, on both sides of the ball.
Although Tampa hasn't dropped a game yet, they have two draws after two weeks. Keeping the team in every game has proven to be goalkeeper Ashley Orkus, who has a 92.3% save percentage.
6. DC Power
DC Power fell to Carolina in Week 1, but bounced back in Week 2 to show improvement both offensively and defensively.
Despite not scoring a goal as of yet, chances are being created and especially in the team's last match against Tampa Bay Sun on the road. DC Power will gear up to play Dallas Trinity next.
5. Fort Lauderdale United FC
Fort Lauderdale United FC have just one game under their belts, and last weekend came back from an early goal against to tie on the road against Spokane Zephyr. Fort Lauderdale will next face Carolina in Week 4, and thus have another week to build on their foundation, push the tempo and figure out some formations both on the attack and defensively.
Players to keep an eye out for include 17-year-old Reese Klein, not only a Florida native but also a member of the U.S. women's youth national team.
