Six difference-makers among defenders and GKs in Texas 2027

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Prep Soccer Texas 2027 rankings were updated last week. Check out <a href="https://prepsoccer.com/texas/rankings/girls/2027-rankings/">the new rankings here</a>. Learn<a href="https://prepsoccer.com/how-we-rank/"> more about our ranking process here.</a> </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Read a scouting report on some of the new names or risers in the rankings below. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["112583"],"_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-685048378b69a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Pistorius is a left back/winger on the Sting Royal 09 ECNL team. She is right footed. She has excellent pace, good anticipation, and stands out as a 1v1 defender. She can be a shutdown defender, but also gets into the attack and hit a cross with either foot. Given that she plays on the left side, she does tend to cut inside to find different angles for passes or attempts on goal. It's also a weapon for her side when trying to overload against the opposition and create numerical advantages. She was part of the National Selection Game during an ECNL National Event this season and looked like she could impact the game against the top talent in the league. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["112599"],"_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-685048378b6f9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Robbins is a center back on the [program_tooltip program_id='283317' first='[program_tooltip program_id='280767' first='DKSC' last='']' last=''] 09 ECNL team. She can also play in the midfield as a defensive midfielder. She has excellent technical ability on the ball for a center back. She shows great patience on the ball and does well in waiting for the defense to commit to pressuring her before playing the pass to a teammate. She also has terrific technique in ball-striking and takes some free kicks for her club team. She is right footed. Robbins' speed and physical play makes her an asset as a center back. She is quick in the challenge and fearless in the duel. She's had a good season at the ECNL level and could be a player to watch at ID camps this summer. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["277108"],"_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-685048378b742"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='277108' first='Meghan' last='Conn'] is a right footed center back on the RISE Soccer Club 08 GA team. She stands out from game film for her athleticism. She is a leaper and clears opponents in aerial duels. She's five-foot-nine with a secondary position of forward, which highlights her finishing instincts. Her primary position of center back shows off competitiveness. She is a multi-sport athlete (track, volleyball, and lacrosse) at the high school level. Conn has been one of the top shutdown defenders in the Girls Academy this season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["181056"],"_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-685048378b788"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Werner is a left back on the BVB 09 GA team. She previously played for [program_tooltip program_id='283317' first='[program_tooltip program_id='280767' first='DKSC' last='']' last=''] 09 in the ECNL. She is left footed with good pace and skill. She could shine as a left back in a traditional back four or as a wingback in a more fluid formation. She is an attack-minded defender who knows how to create chances in the attack. She is a strong 1v1 defender. Her eft foot prowess and game-breaking quality in the attack makes her a worthy candidate from this talented 2027 class. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["112676"],"_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-685048378b7cb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Center back for the [program_tooltip program_id='283296' first='Classics' last='Elite'] 09 ECNL team. She is a multi-sport athlete (basketball). Adams is a standout on the [program_tooltip program_id='283296' first='Classics' last='Elite'] team that did not advance to the postseason, but had a positive spell to end the campaign at the event in North Carolina. Adams plays as the left center back. She is right footed. She stands out immediately for her height, but she brings a well-rounded game to the field. She has composure on the ball. And a booming kick with her right foot. Adams could improve on her organization and communication especially considering the value of being vocal in her position. The competitiveness of the multi-sport athlete shines in 1v1 duels defensively. She has the potential to develop into a stellar center back at the college level. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["285379"],"_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-685048378b80f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Sisson is a goalkeeper on the Sting Black 08 ECNL team. She previously played for BVB in the Girls Academy. Sisson is an elite shot-stopper with excellent athleticism. She can make jaw-dropping, game-deciding saves routinely. She can make saves that nearly no other keeper in this class is capable of. There are some areas for improvement in her game. Her footwork can be a bit choppy and her judgement on the flight of the ball has been inconsistent. However, the enticing potential is more than enough to get scouts thrilled about her acrobatic saves and mesmerizing ability in penalty kick shootouts. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->