Tess Mary Quilligan

Tess Mary Quilligan, a talented central attacking midfielder, currently plies her trade with the Central Coast Mariners in the A-League Women. At just 21 years old, she has already showcased a knack for playing the role of a playmaker, a quality underscored by her Playmaker Rank of 2.5. Despite her youth, Tess has accumulated a notable amount of experience on the pitch, demonstrating significant potential in shaping the dynamics of her team's midfield play. With 12 games and 824 minutes under her belt, Quilligan has become an integral part of the Mariners' squad, using her strategic position to facilitate and orchestrate attacking movements.

Although her goal and assist statistics might not stand out, with a goals per 90 and assists per 90 both ranked at 0, Tess excels in areas less glamorous but essential to maintaining team structure and momentum. Her progressive passing distance per 90 minutes stands at an impressive 167.57, reflecting her ability to advance the ball effectively and contribute to building up play from deeper positions. Defensively, she possesses a solid awareness, averaging 4.69 interceptions and 5.05 challenges per 90 minutes, with a commendable challenge success rate of 59%. Her possession-adjusted stats reveal her ability to disrupt opposition play and regain possession, an invaluable skill for her role. As Tess Mary Quilligan continues to develop and sharpen her playmaker qualities, she remains a rising star to watch in the A-League Women.