Starting XI: MSI Pro vs. Sláinte Athletic
Top of the Table Ambitions—Time to Keep Building.
The Spring 2025 MSSL Division II campaign rolls into another critical checkpoint as Sláinte Athletic returns to Milford Mill Academy Stadium for a pivotal Matchday 4 showdown against a technical, battle-tested MSI Pro side.
Three games in, Sláinte remains unbeaten—2-0-1—with a +11 goal differential and momentum beginning to gather. Sunday’s clash isn’t just about staying unbeaten. It’s about keeping pace at the top and sharpening for the bigger battles to come.
Aaron Burbridge and Gavin Mooney name a balanced and dynamic XI, with a blend of experience, continuity, and fresh energy. One player earns his first start for the club after an impressive showing last time out, while a defensive leader returns to the starting group after injury to stabilize the back line.
This is the kind of match where quality has to meet mentality. MSI Pro have proven difficult for everyone they’ve faced—organized, confident, and dangerous in transition. But Sláinte enters the day sharp, determined, and ready to raise the standard again.
The climb continues.
Starting XI
GK – Kristian Slaby
Keeps the gloves after another steady performance. Calm and commanding presence between the posts.
DEF – Drew Meyers | Francio Henry | Logan Funk | Iliass Zouita
Meyers anchors the right side—reliable in duels and quick to support transition play.
Henry returns to the XI after injury—physical, composed, and crucial to organizing the back four.
Funk stays central—calm on the ball, aggressive in challenges, and a growing voice in the team.
Zouita continues at left back, blending creativity, power, and sharp recovery instincts.
MID – Garrett Peters | Danny Hallowell (C) | BP Seivers
Peters earns his first start after an impressive showing against Touch Kings—technical, composed, and fearless.
Hallowell leads from the heart of midfield—biting in the tackle, dictating tempo, and setting the emotional tone.
Seivers remains the catalyst—smart, efficient, and constantly knitting play together.
FWD – Arlie Hitt | Isaac Ngobu | Andres Perez
Hitt stretches defenses with work rate and vertical runs—relentless down the right.
Ngobu stays wide left—electric 1v1, devastating in open space.
Perez leads the line again—sharp, physical, and clinical when given half a chance.
Matchday Bench
Sam Dragunas | Mark McDonough | Moe Cisse | Tanner Babischkin | Iddriss Iddriss | Leland Brigham
Dragunas brings energy, grit, and versatility in the back line.
McDonough offers reliable depth in defense.
Cisse provides fresh legs and control late on.
Babischkin continues his comeback, ready to anchor or spark when called upon.
Iddriss adds direct attacking threat and power in the final third.
Brigham returns to the squad after illness—sharp, dynamic, and ready to make an impact off the bench.
Unavailable:
Dylan Burruss, Zach Epstein, Aki Maja, Evan Novian, Adam Ramos
The Rise of Garrett Peters
Opportunity. Seized.
After catching eyes with his second-half cameo against Touch Kings, Garrett Peters steps into the starting XI for the first time this Spring—and he’s earned it.
Calm on the ball, clever in possession, and fearless in the trenches, Peters brings new dimensions to Sláinte’s midfield. His work rate, technical quality, and willingness to take risks in tight spaces give the squad another weapon as the season builds.
This is the next step in his rise. And he’s ready for it.
The Importance of Francio Henry’s Return
Big players, big moments.
Francio Henry returns to the heart of the back line after injury—and not a moment too soon. His presence isn’t just about winning headers or tackles. It’s about leadership, communication, and calm when the stakes rise.
Henry anchors the group with composure, toughness, and quiet confidence. His return reinforces the squad’s spine—and gives Sláinte another key piece for the battles ahead.
Final Word
Unbeaten through three. A chance to keep the climb going.
This group has shown it can score. It’s shown it can fight. Now it’s time to show it can sharpen—and stay sharp—against top opposition.
Kickoff: 3:00 PM | MSSL Division II Matchday 4
Sláinte Athletic vs. MSI Pro
Watch live via DMV Sports Media
Stay sharp. Stay ruthless. Stay rising.
