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<p>We continue our series after a brief break. Congratulations to all who have made their commitments. Now it's time for a scout grade some will be happy others might be pissed off and eager to prove me wrong. I hope you do!</p>
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<p>I have to give a big shout out to @ImYouthSoccer Instagram page for keeping up with these names flying off the board. Incredible work.</p>
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<p>It is all happening so fast this year. 2026 & 2027's are making their verbal commitments to different schools. I'd like to remind everyone that verbal commitments mean nothing until a letter of intent is signed. Players & Programs flip their verbal commitments all the time throughout this process. </p>
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<p>It's a very interesting time in American Youth Women's Soccer, as players seem to be more eager to commit to schools than in past years. Many without even going on a visit to the school. Is this a good thing for the programs and the players? Only time will tell.</p>
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<p>It's a fascinating system where kids can commit their futures to a program a whole 2 years before they step on campus. I will be giving out grades to recent commitments. Please keep in mind if you are reading this and you didn't get the grade you wanted. If you have committed to play at a Division 1, 2 or 3 soccer program you are a great soccer player. Only 7% of high schoolers do what you have the opportunity to do. These grades are based on overall fit, style of play/positional need of that particular program, how the program is doing this season and if I believe the commitment will last 4-5 years.</p>
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<p>I also encourage players to make their highlight reel easy to access for scouts to evaluate as possible on your social media profiles. If you have committed and have not received a grade and want one. Please reach out via email <a href="mailto:nikolai@evolvesportsgroup.com">nikolai@evolvesportsgroup.com</a></p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Surprised I didn't see a profile for this one. Headed to High Point in 2027. Was very impressed with her film and plays for a top club in Penn Fusion. Shorter players seem to thrive in the #10 position and she fits that profile. You love to see a lefty playing the role as they are more difficult to defend. Great shot on her and can create out of tight marking as well. High Point are struggling this season but they get a big score off the field with this one. </p>
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<p>Scout Grade: B </p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">On her way to Nicholls State in 2027 Bays comes from a fantastic club in Florida Premier. She plays the fulcrum extremely well keeps the ball flowing with good timing and vision. 4-7-1 is not a great record but it is already improvement from last year with a lot of the season still to go. Things looked to be headed in the right direction. </p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Scout Grade: B+ </p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Bridgeport just got a very strong recruit to their 2026 class. Again very puzzled why this one hasn't committed a little earlier. She's a very strong 1 v 1 defender, she closes gaps really quickly, and is excellent in transition. Great tight footwork on the ball. Division 1 talent playing in division 2 will be fun to watch. </p>
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<p>Scout Grade: A</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Headed to South Carolina State St John is an excellent find for the Bulldogs. A top 50 defender out of Texas who looks under ranked after watching her film. She's a versatile outside back and is exceptional in the air for such a small player. I think she's a Power 4 talent. </p>
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<p>Scout Grade: A- </p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Going to Milwaukee University in 2027 the SC Wave Girl's Academy product is headed to a solid program who sits at 8-4-1. She is a High School State Champion with very limited film to review. But you have to trust the recruiting of this program who has been trending up recently. </p>
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<p>Scout Grade: B </p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Surprised not to see her highly ranked in Utah after watching her film. Maudsley is headed to Pepperdine in 2027. She is a tricky lefty winger who can create something out of nothing. She really fits the style of play that the Waves preach. Amazing fit. </p>
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<p>Scout Grade: A</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Another Milwaukee commit in this group of grades. I trust the program I don't know enough about the player to comment on her talent level as her highlights were nowhere to be found. </p>
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<p>Scout Grade: C+ </p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Committing her future to Arizona State in 2027. She has an excellent resume playing for a strong club and the Costa Rican National team. The Sun Devils are a proven Power 4 outfit who are having another great season at 9-2-2 and looking like a lock to make the NCAA Tournament. </p>
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<p>Scout Grade: B+ </p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Another big time player headed to the Purdue Boilermakers. She has seen time with USYNT, been on trial at the [program_tooltip program_id='283362' first='Houston' last='Dash'], she is an ECNL National Champion, has played in TST, and is at a top club in Solar. She is a shifty dribbler with top end speed. Freshmen of the year candidate when she steps on campus. </p>
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<p>Scout Grade: A+ </p>
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We continue our series after a brief break. Congratulations to all who have made their commitments. Now it's time for a scout grade some will be happy others might be pissed off and eager to prove me wrong. I hope you do!
HEIGHT
5'3"
POS
M
CLASS
2027
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State:
Florida
Club:
FL Premier FC ECNL G08
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HEIGHT
5'2"
POS
D
CLASS
2026
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HEIGHT
5'3"
POS
D
CLASS
2027
State:
Texas
School:
Katy
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HEIGHT
5'6"
POS
N/A
CLASS
2027
School:
Mookego
Club:
SC Wave Girl's Academy
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HEIGHT
5'5"
POS
N/A
CLASS
2027
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HEIGHT
5'5"
POS
M
CLASS
2027
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