Early Illinois Girls ECNL Standouts (2026 and 2027)

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here's a list of some early season standouts on the ECNL stage in Illinois. Most players shown are 2026 with a few in the class of 2027.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>M [player_tooltip player_id='102476' first='Emma' last='Gronlund'] - Evolution SC 2026</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Her stock is elevating as she's shown to be a true game-changer at the ECNL level. The kind of player that makes her whole team better. Unselfish, crafty, and a super high IQ. Picking up tons of assists so far. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>F [player_tooltip player_id='108988' first='Katelyn' last='Haiser'] - Evolution SC 2026</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A dynamic weapon up top who's been scoring at a high volume this season. She always seems to play with a chip on her shoulder. Loves making runs and finishing from difficult angles. Powerful shooter.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>F [player_tooltip player_id='105048' first='Kayla' last='Washington'] -</strong> <strong>Eclipse SC 2026 </strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Another forward who's been making her presence felt. She recently scored four goals in a 5-0 win over Libertyville. Does a terrific job creating space in transition and is super consistent with shot-placement. Has Eclipse off to a 4-0 start in the 07 Pool. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>D [player_tooltip player_id='22217' first='Tatum' last='Mailander'] - Eclipse SC 2026</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Mailander has been super consistent as an outside back. Displaying outstanding speed and strength and has shown to even be dangerous offensively with long runs up the field. Plays with a high motor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>M [player_tooltip player_id='22205' first='Shea' last='Krakowski'] - Eclipse SC 2026</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A box-to-box midfielder who's made a huge impact on both ends. Displays a powerful shot on offense while continuously winning 1v1 battles. High IQ player who's stock is heavily increasing.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>M Mirabella Kraai - Raptors FC 2026</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>She's a prospect I like with outstanding technical abilities. Excellent touch around the ball with a great ability to change direction. Changes the game in the center of the field. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>D [player_tooltip player_id='22063' first='Anaiah' last='Williams'] - Eclipse SC 2027</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>She's an exciting defender who's had an outstanding start to the season. She's super quick and displays outstanding vision and awareness on the field. Helped the 09 team allow just six goals in eight games.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>F [player_tooltip player_id='22083' first='Brynn' last='Diedrich'] - Eclipse SC 2027</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A highly impactful player on the attacking end. Diedrich has tremendous speed in the open field and outstanding footwork. Can play as a winger, striker, or attacking midfielder. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->