Under 16 captain Aimee Kerr admits her young Northern Ireland side are riding on the crest of a Euros wave as they target major silverware at this week's SuperCupNI.
Noel Mitchell's team remain unbeaten at this week's tournament following a battling 1-1 draw with the Republic of Ireland.
They have picked up four points from two opening games after Monday's 2-0 win over American outfit Northeast Rush.
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This is the first time a Girls' section has been added to the SuperCupNI, and comes on the back of the Northern Ireland senior team's historic Euros qualification.
Ballyclare Comrades midfielder Kerr says Kenny Shiels' squad have been a massive source of inspiration for every young player donning the green jersey.
And she hopes that galvanising spirit can carry her Under 16 side to glory this week.
"Obviously the Euros have inspired all the young players. We look up to that team who created history and we all want to follow in their footsteps," Kerr said.
"I went over to Southampton to watch all three group games and the atmosphere was brilliant. I thought the team were excellent throughout the whole tournament and did Northern Ireland proud.
"It is really inspiring for us. One day I want to become a senior international and play in that first team. That's what many young players want to do."
Kerr scored a penalty to earn Northern Ireland a spirited point against the Republic.
She kept her nerve from the spot to cancel out Heidi Mackin's opener at Mossley Pavilion.
"It was a tough game and we expected it to be that way. But we managed to grow into the game in the second half," she added.
"It was a good piece of play that led to our penalty and we ended up getting the goal. It was a big penalty but the nerves weren't too bad.
"That's two good results so far. We have four points from the two games so far and have tomorrow's game against Surf Select to come.
"It gives us a decent chance of playing in the semi-finals of the main competition. That's what we are aiming for."
She added: "I am loving this. It is amazing playing in this tournament - you can't event explain it.
"You have the big crowds coming to watch the games which is something we are not used to. Usually we are playing away from home with no supporters.
"Normally you can't hear anyone, so the support we have been shown this week has been incredible. They have kept us going.
"Hopefully they can cheer us on to victory tomorrow against Surf Select. We want to go all the way."
A large crowd descended on Mossley to watch Mitchell's Under 16 side in action. Nothing could separate the sides during a tight first half.
The Republic took the lead just after the restart, Mackin's corner kick somehow squeezing in at the near post.
Moments later and Northern Ireland were level after a great surging run from Sophie Gargan resulted in the Northern Ireland winger being brought down inside the box.
Kerr stepped up to fire her shot high into the net, giving the Republic goalkeeper no chance.
Both sides had chances to win the game, but in the end a 1-1 draw was probably a fair reflection of the game.
"The girls did well and had to dig in," Northern Ireland boss Mitchell said.
"We knew it would be a tough game but I thought the girls played a lot of good football, and stood up to the physical test as well.
"They ticked a lot of boxes today and we can take a lot of positives into the rest of the week."
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