Fox Soccer Academy, a youth club based in the Hudson Valley, captured the Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association’s Girls Under‑13 State Cup after a tightly contested 2‑1 win over Long Island’s Huntington Inter Stars. The decisive goals came from forward Leonela Enamorado and midfielder D’ree Murray, who capitalized on chances created in a match that coach Juan Zambrano described as "very intense" from the first whistle.
Beyond the scoreline, the team’s conduct throughout the tournament was recognized with the Rocco Amoroso Sportsmanship Award, a honor that celebrates fair play and integrity on the field. The award traces its roots to 1980, when Rocco Amoroso founded the Long Island Junior Soccer League’s Sportsmanship Program, a legacy that continues to shape youth soccer values across the region.
Road to the National Stage
The victory guarantees Fox Soccer Academy a spot at the national championships in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, scheduled for July 16‑23. Representing the Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association, the squad will face elite competition from across the country, aiming to translate their state‑level success into a memorable national campaign.