STATESBORO, Ga. – South Georgia Tormenta FC’s USL W League team has announced the four nominees for the Tormenta FC Player of the Month award for May, and the community will help decide the winner.
Defenders Jhenesis Ellerbe and Emma Tucker and midfielders Gemma Jefferson and Tess Werts are all up for the award after a superb month of May that saw them win one, draw twice and lose once.
Voting for the Tormenta FC Player of the Month award will run through Wednesday, June 7, at 11:59 p.m. ET, with voting permitted once per day. The winner will be determined via a weighted vote from the following three voting bodies:
- A fan vote (poll below) will comprise 60 percent of the poll.
- The Tormenta FC staff ballots will comprise 20 percent of the poll.
- Media ballots comprise 20 percent of the poll.
Voting results will be announced on Thursday, June 8.
Player of the Month Nominees:
Jhenesis Ellerbe, Defender: As team captain, Ellerbe has led Tormenta FC on and off the pitch this month. While on the field, Ellerbe has proven to be a strong defensive presence, helping the reigning USL W League champions to strong performances throughout May.
Emma Tucker, Defender: Tucker has impressed in the backline since arriving at South Georgia. A constant threat on the wing, Tucker commits to defending every game while being a menace to opposing defenses. Tucker assisted Tormenta FC’s lone goal against SC United Bantams last Thursday as well as assisting in Tormenta FC’s game-winning goal at home against Tennessee Soccer Club.
Gemma Jefferson, Midfielder: Jefferson has established herself as the midfielder who influences the game in a positive way. Jefferson’s ability to control the midfield and create opportunities allowed her to stand out.
Tess Werts, Midfielder: Werts scored the lone goal of the game against SC United Bantams last Thursday. Werts has featured in every game for Tormenta FC. The Utah State midfielder has been the most consistent player for Jim Robbins across every line.
