Scout’s Pick: Top Ohio Soccer Talents from the 2026 Class

<!-- wp:heading {"textAlign":"center"} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center">USE PROMO CODE JR30 for a discount on your first subscription </h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The PrepSoccer state rankings for Ohio's 2026 class were updated this week. The sophomore class in Ohio is one of the best for the state in recent memory. The group includes two High School All-Americans and a player on the U.S. Youth National Team for this age group.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As well as a number of players contributing at a high level at the youth club game for teams in the running to win the national championship.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The updated rankings reflect recent scouting efforts for this group. If you would like to learn more about how we scout, <a href="https://prepsoccer.com/how-we-rank/">read this article</a>. Check out the <a href="https://prepsoccer.com/ohio/rankings/girls/2026-rankings/">full class here</a>. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>There are a few players in the Ohio rankings for neighboring states. The PrepSoccer state ranking uses a player's club team location for which state they are included in for our rankings. For instance, there are a few players who play high school soccer in Kentucky in this ranking, but they play club soccer in Ohio so they are included in the Ohio rankings.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Below is a scouting report on a few of the new names and rapid risers from this ranking update. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["111819"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"u003cp class=u0022p1u0022u003eWieland is a goalkeeper on the Ohio Elite SA 08 ECNL team. She is a good shot-stopper and does well on crosses. Wieland had some standout moments for her club in recent ECNL games. She does well off her line in breakaway situations with her technique. She also impressed with her passing - she was good with both her right and left foot while playing out of pressure. Wieland has good distance on her dropkicks, but it does feel like there is some room for improvement in that regard. Wieland's appeal is her consistency as she seems to come up when the save is needed for her side. Scouts should note the success of her side this season.u003c/pu003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_1_player":["165368"],"_player_evaluations_1_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"u003cp class=u0022p1u0022u003eSimon is a forward on the GTFC Impact 07 team. She is a dynamic left-footed attacking talent. She runs down hill in a hurry. When she sees defenders retreating, she capitalizes. She can strike an accurate shot on goal from 30 yards out so defenders need to play her tight, but if they get too tight, her pace sets her free on goal. Simon is a forward with a lot of potential. The high energy press and the ability to open up the game with her strong left foot make her a top recruit from this class.u003c/pu003e","_player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_2_player":["165635"],"_player_evaluations_2_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_2_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_2_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_2_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_2_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_2_evaluation":"u003cp class=u0022p1u0022u003eBryant is a winger on the Ohio Elite SA 08 ECNL team. She is from Lexington, Kentucky and a track star in that state (she is an All-American in the 4x400 and a three-time state champion). She is included in the Ohio rankings because her club team is based in Ohio. Bryant is a speedster on the wing. She can get behind the defense and does really well in creating numerical advantages with the center forward thanks to her pace and timing of her runs. Bryant is strong on the ball and can hold off defenders too - which suggest she could play in a 4-4-2 just as well as she does in the 4-3-3. She is comfortable on either foot so she can play on either side of the formation. She defends well and utilizes her pace as she sits off the defender and invites the pass to the outside back so she can close in a hurry and force mistakes. Bryant is one to watch in this group as she has been a key player for the successful start to the season for Ohio Elite.u003c/pu003e","_player_evaluations_2_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_3_player":["25117"],"_player_evaluations_3_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_3_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_3_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_3_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_3_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_3_evaluation":"u003cp class=u0022p1u0022u003eSunjevaric is a midfielder on the Internationals 07 ECNL team. She plays as the defensive midfielder for her club team. I believe she is the only 2026 on her club team - as her team includes some of the best 2025s in the state. Sunjevaric might get lost a bit being a 2026 among the talented group of juniors. She is a quality player. Her defensive is her specialty. She plays with patience in the tackle and likes to delay the opposition while waiting on a mistake and timing her tackle. She has good quality in possession and does well in the transition. The experience of training and playing with some of the best 2025s should get her prepared for the jump to the next level in the future.u003c/pu003e","_player_evaluations_3_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_4_player":["130360"],"_player_evaluations_4_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_4_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_4_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_4_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_4_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_4_evaluation":"u003cp class=u0022p1u0022u003eTrzaska is a goalkeeper on the Cleveland Force 07 ECNL team. She is also the goalkeeper for Highland Varsity. Trzaska has been a standout this season at both levels. She stood out from game film for her comfort on the ball. Her teammates were always looking at her to be an option in possession as she could change the point of attack with her passing. She did well as a shot-stopper too. She moves well before the shot side-to-side so she can put her body behind any attempt on goal and be in position to make the comfortable save.u003c/pu003e","_player_evaluations_4_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_5_player":["165360"],"_player_evaluations_5_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_5_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_5_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_5_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_5_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_5_evaluation":"u003cp class=u0022p1u0022u003eHoog is a defender on the Ohio Elite 08 SA ECNL team. She plays center back for her club team. She stood out from recent games for play against top-tier ECNL competition. Hood is a great center back. She's mobile enough to cover quick forwards and physical enough to match-up against strong center forwards. She impressed me with her communication to her teammates to help with tracking runners. Her play this season is a major reason why Ohio Elite has been one of the best teams in the country in the 08 age group.u003c/pu003e","_player_evaluations_5_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_6_player":["165637"],"_player_evaluations_6_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_6_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_6_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_6_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_6_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_6_evaluation":"u003cp class=u0022p1u0022u003eTrick is a defender on the Ohio Elite 08 SA ECNL team. She plays outside back - usually right back for her club team. She was also a standout at the high school level this past season. Trick is one of the best outside backs in this class. She is athletic, quick, and skillful. She is an excellent 1v1 defender. She can be a bit overaggressive and has a tendency to commit fouls in dangerous spots. It's an aspect of her game that you live with though. She offers too much upside on the shutdown qualities especially with her knack for last-second blocks. Trick should be in the conversation as best outside back in this region from the 2026 class.u003c/pu003e","_player_evaluations_6_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_7_player":["165380"],"_player_evaluations_7_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_7_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_7_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_7_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_7_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_7_evaluation":"u003cp class=u0022p1u0022u003eGillespie is a forward on the Ohio Galaxies. She can play as a center forward, on the wing, or as an attacking midfielder. Gillespie is right footed. She has good pace and makes smart plays on the field. I'd like to see her continue to work on her ability to hold off defenders and keep close control of the ball under pressure. She has the tools to be a difference-maker at the next level. A bit of refinement to her game will elevate her into an immediate contributor.u003c/pu003e","_player_evaluations_7_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_8_player":["165576"],"_player_evaluations_8_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_8_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_8_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_8_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_8_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_8_evaluation":"u003cp class=u0022p1u0022u003eHancock is a defender on the GTFC Impact 08 team. I've mainly seen her play right center back, but I believe she could play a number of roles at a high level. Hancock jumped off the tape from game film for her defensive quality. She possesses elite quickness. She closed the distance on forwards in a blink of an eye. She was routinely first to the ball on entry passes and frustrated forwards relentlessly. Hancock is not the tallest center back in this class, but she outworks players on the field - and utilizes her other strengths. She was physical in the duel and showed good technique to keep her balance after contact so she came away with possession of the ball. She is good at distribution - but could improve some in that aspect. Hancock is an elite defender from outside of the ECNL and one of the players college scouts should be aware from this class.u003c/pu003e","_player_evaluations_8_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_9_player":["165365"],"_player_evaluations_9_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_9_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_9_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_9_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_9_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_9_evaluation":"u003cp class=u0022p1u0022u003eOgdahl is a winger on the GTFC 08 Impact team. She plays right wing. She is quick and strong. She has a great right foot and can whip in a service. She is a good two-way player. She defends with tenacity and full effort. Ogdahl offers a game-breaking quality from the wing. She seemingly has a moment every game when she punishes a mistake from the opposition with either a goal for herself or creating a chance for her teammates. Ogdahl's creativity and competitiveness make her a top winger in this class.u003c/pu003e","_player_evaluations_9_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_10_player":["23254"],"_player_evaluations_10_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_10_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_10_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_10_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_10_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_10_evaluation":"u003cp class=u0022p1u0022u003eMitchell is a midfield on the GTFC 08 Impact team. She plays as a box-to-box midfielder. Mitchell stood out from game film this season at ECNL events for her passing. She has good vision and does well providing key passes for her side. She is excellent at playing passes into space for her teammates to get behind the defense when the opportunity is available. The GTFC attack is dynamic and Mitchell is a key part of providing opportunities for them and controlling where the game is played. She is also one of the tallest players on the field. She uses her height to her advantage in duels as she pokes the ball away from players trying to shield her off the ball. The soccer intelligence and physical profile make her a top prospect from Ohio in this class.u003c/pu003e","_player_evaluations_10_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":11,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-65e77397616d1"} /-->