Taylor Brust battles the competition as a center midfielder and center forward for her Oceanside Breakers GU12 team, which is No. 1 in the GU12 AA-B bracket. While the talented seven-year veteran contributes her success on the field to other people in her life, some of her teammates admit she is the reason why they are better players today.

XKSD: What's been the key to your team's success?

TB: Working hard at practice and we are passing much more.

XKSD: What is your most memorable moment?

TB: Getting the youth-sports award and winning most of our games.

XKSD: What are some of your individual goals?

TB: Winning, finishing strong and just having fun with it.

XKSD: What kind of teammate are you?

TB: I am encouraging, aggressive and funny.

XKSD: How would you describe your style of play?

TB: Smart, fast, aggressive and more.

XKSD: Who are some of the people that have helped you become the player you are today?

TB: Coach Chip, Coach Gino, Coach Frank, Rachel Garcia, Jacinda Rios, my grandparents, etc.

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