U-15/16 Performer of the Week: Alan Harwell
Club: Birmingham United
Position: Forward
Birth Year: 1994

Alan Harwell was a pivotal player in Birmingham United?s matchup with McLean, scoring all three of his team?s goals on Sept. 19. The young player makes his return to the Academy program after a strong showing last season as a 1994 playing up. Harwell has scored goals in each of his team?s wins so far this season after tallying 12 goals in 23 starts during 2009-10.

Birmingham United is off to a strong start with help from Harwell, who has now posted six goals in four games. After starting their season with three wins and a tie, the team will resume Divisional play in October before Conference and Showcase games in November and December.

Reprinted with permission. Originally published on September 24, 2010 on ussoccer.com.