Super Strikers: Six stars to know from the California 2029 Class

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Prep Soccer state rankings for California's 2029 class were released this week. Check out <a href="https://prepsoccer.com/california/rankings/girls/2029-rankings/">the full rankings here</a>. Learn more about <a href="https://prepsoccer.com/how-we-rank/">the ranking process here</a>. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Center forwards are one of the top positions in this class. There are a variety of prospects that fit different playing styles in this role. Read about six of the best of them below. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Center Forward </strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["295813"],"_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-689513920291a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Franco is a center forward on the So Cal Blues 2011 ECNL team. The best way to describe her game is to say she wears tiny shinguards. There's a certain confidence - swagger - to her game that isn't present with any other player in this class. It's a desirable trait from a center forward. This uncompromising self-belief in the ability to score goals translates and made her successful during the 2024/2025 campaign. Franco has quickness, strength, and a nose for the goal. She possesses the key traits to be an elite No. 9.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["295851"],"_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-6895139202987"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Rochholz is a center forward on the [program_tooltip program_id='283476' first='Slammers' last='FC'] Koge 2011 ECNL team - this is speculative based on her recent social media bio change. She previously played for Eagle SC 2011 ECNL and was a key player for the team advancing to Finals Week in Richmond. Rochholz is a left-footed center forward. She makes excellent runs off the ball. She is the best in this class at splitting the center backs and playing off the shoulders of opponents. She had a number of key goals during the postseason run - in clutch moments she was excellent under the pressure. Rochholz has the potential to be an international level talent. She should be a name to watch this season as she continues her development and progress in the ECNL.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["295835"],"_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-68951392029da"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">McLeish is a forward on the So Cal Reds 2011 Girls Academy team. She can play as a center forward or attacking midfielder. She could also feature as a winger or a support striker. Opposed to some of the other players listed in this positional group, McLeish has a ton of positional flexibility. Her quality has shined in Southern California. She pops up in key spots at key moments in the game. Her play during the Girls Academy playoffs was a bright spot for her side. She finishes chances around the goal, but she also creates chances with her vision and hold-up play. McLeish has so much potential as an elite attacking talent in this class.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["280217"],"_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-6895139202a29"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Fry is a forward on the Slammers Koge 2011 ECNL team. She was part of the US Soccer U14 Girls National Team camp. She is a true striker, support striker, or winger. She plays as one of two forwards in the Slammers system, but can fit a versatile player profile for an attacking talent. Fry's defensive effort and commitment to that side of the game stands out among her peers in this position group. Fry is skillful on the ball and keeps close control of it. She can operate in tight spaces and still get off shots. Fry has the technical ability and determination to be one of the best in this class.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["295912"],"_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-6895139202a76"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Zentner is a center forward on the Beach FC 2011 ECNL team. She has the quality to be one of the best No. 9s in Southern California. Her top attribute is her movement off the ball. She scored a great goal in the ECNL playoffs that illustrated this quality. She cut to the far post to pull a center back with her and then beat the play to the cross for the goal. Zentner didn't stop after the goal either. She was buzzing to get more touches and create more opportunities for herself and her team.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["296037"],"_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-6895139202ac3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Toeaina is a forward on the Mustang SC 2011 ECNL team. She comes from an athletic family. Her father, Matt, played in the NFL. Mia plays as the No. 9 for her club team. She's a target forward with speed and strength. She is one of the best forwards in this class with her hold-up play. She shows good vision and excellent passing. She is a very willing playmaker and creates chances from her role. She has the quality to spin off defenders and rip a shot on goal. She also has defenders bounce off her thanks to her strength. Toeaina has shown a lot of promise as a center forward, and there is reason to believe she could end up as one of the top overall talents in this class.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->