Rankings Analysis: New York’s Elite 2027 Class Forwards

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Prep Soccer State rankings for New York for the 2027 class were released this week. Check out <a href="https://prepsoccer.com/new-york/rankings/girls/2027-rankings/">the rankings here</a>. Learn more <a href="https://prepsoccer.com/how-we-rank/">about the ranking process here</a>. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Check out the scouting report on the forwards from this class below. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["110741"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-677c1d0ea463c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><br>Shaw is a forward/midfielder on the SUSA 09 ECNL team. She is five-foot-nine with elite pace. Shaw impressed at the high school level this past season. Her ability to create separation from defenders shined bright at that level. She does well in her quick decision on the ball and getting the first touch past the defender so she can get into a foot race in the open field. When she is in on goal, she is an efficient finisher. Shaw offers elite upside and looks the part of a division I contributor in the future. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["276172"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-677c1d0ea46a4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><br>Golden is a midfielder/winger on the SUSA FC ECNL RL team. She was outstanding during the recent ECNL RL event. She has a good first touch and plays with her head up. She is excellent 1v1 on the dribble. She knows how to navigate around defenders with her first touch and then uses her body to put the opposition behind her. She had a wonderful assist in the win over FC Delco, which showcased her quality as a winger, and she drew a foul in the box for the penalty kick, which resulted in the game-winner. Golden is a top player in the ECNL RL.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["111661"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-677c1d0ea46e8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><br>Kingsley is a forward/midfielder on the Western New York Flash 09 ECNL team. She can play in the attacking three or as an attacking midfielder. She is a dynamic playmaker in the final third with elite finishing qualities. She can strike the ball with either foot and is an opportunistic scorer around the goal. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["110764"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-677c1d0ea4726"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><br>Ujkaj is a forward on the World Class 09 ECNL team. She plays as a no. 9. Good at playing with her back to the goal, Ujkaj has the ball control to retain possession while holding a defender on her back. When she faces up against the defender, she is capable of dribbling around the defender with either foot. She is right-foot strong, but can hit a good cross or shot with her left. Ujkaj's physical profile and speed makes an enticing prospect at center forward in this class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["276162"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-677c1d0ea4763"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Shalom is a tenacious playmaker in the final third. The aspect of her game that stands out compared to her peers in the same position and class is how often she creates chances with her defensive work. She is a tireless defender. She will hound the opposition into mistakes and then she is quick to strike. She thrives in those transition moments in the game. She is a good finisher, but her vision to set up golden chances for teammates is even better. There is a possibility for her to take on another role in the future - perhaps wingback considering her key traits. Wherever Shalom is on the field, she is an impactful player. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->