Cape Coral, May 10- Florida Gulf Coast Dutch Lions FC is happy that Syniah Clark will play for our Women's Team again. Syniah started as central defender in all 9 games last year. We had an interview with her.
FGCDL FC: Who are you, where are you from and how old are you?
My name is Syniah Clark, I am from Cape Coral, and I am 20 years old.
FGCDL FC: What is/was your college?
I am currently a student at Florida Gulf Coast University.
FGCDL FC: What kind of honors did you receive in your player career?
News-Press All-Area Girls Soccer Player of the Year (2014-2015), News-Press All-Area Girls Soccer Player of the Year finalist (2015-2016), 3A All-State Team (2014-2015), 4A All-State Team (2015-2016), 2 year Most Valuable Player for the Ida Baker girls' soccer team.
FGCDL FC: Why do you return for your 2nd season at Florida Gulf Coast Dutch Lions FC?
I returned for a 2nd season because the competition level is great, and I had a lot of fun playing with the team.
FGCDL FC: What makes the FGCDL FC so different compare to other clubs?
It is a different style of play then what most players are used to. There is more focus on our touch, organization, and playing from the back.
FGCDL FC: What are your expectations for coming season?
My expectations for the coming season are to beat last year's record and make it to the playoffs this year.
Head Coach Vincent de Weger is happy with the return of Syniah: "She has so much speed and fitness that she can combine with her defense qualities that it was easy for me to give her a spot in our 2nd season. I look forward to work with Syniah again."
Syniah and our Women's Team will play their 1st game on June 2 at North Fort Myers Community Park. 