Login Subscribe
    • Players/Parents
    • College Coaches
  • Arizona
    California
    Colorado
    Florida
    Georgia
    Illinois
    Michigan
    New Jersey
    North Carolina
    Ohio
    Pennsylvania
    Texas
    Virginia
    Washington
  • Loading...
  • Prep Soccer for
    • Players
    • Parents
    • Club Coaches
    • High School Coaches
    • College Coaches
    • Fans
    View All Features
    • Coverage Access Prep Soccer articles year-round without ads.
    • Rankings See how players stack up across the country.
    • Player Profiles Build your own profile and join the Prep Soccer database.
    • Coach Views Get notified when a college coach views your profile.
    • Profile Trends Track your Player Profile views over time.
    • Recruiting Tasks Stay on-track in the recruiting process
    • Recruiting Dashboard All your recruiting tools in a single place.
    • College Match Recommends colleges that match with your profile.
    • Coach Contacts Contact any program in the country.
    • Event Credits Save $25 on all Prep Soccer showcases.
    • Recruiting Tips Become an expert on the recruiting process.
    • College Email Template Send customized emails directly to college coaches.
    • Contributors
    • How We Rank
    • About Us
  • Georgia
  • Rankings
    • How We Rank

    • Boys

      • Boys 2026 Rankings

      • Boys 2027 Rankings

      • Boys 2028 Rankings

    • Girls

      • Girls 2026 Rankings

      • Girls 2027 Rankings

      • Girls 2028 Rankings

      • Girls 2029 Rankings

  • Player Database
    • Boys

    • Girls

  • Home
  • Coverage
      Arizona
      California
      Colorado
      Florida
      Georgia
      Illinois
      Michigan
      New Jersey
      North Carolina
      Ohio
      Pennsylvania
      Texas
      Virginia
      Washington
  • Rankings
      Loading...
  • Features
      Prep Soccer for
      • Players
      • Parents
      • Club Coaches
      • High School Coaches
      • College Coaches
      • Fans
      View All Features
      • Coverage Access Prep Soccer articles year-round without ads.
      • Rankings See how players stack up across the country.
      • Player Profiles Build your own profile and join the Prep Soccer database.
      • Coach Views Get notified when a college coach views your profile.
      • Profile Trends Track your Player Profile views over time.
      • Recruiting Tasks Stay on-track in the recruiting process
      • Recruiting Dashboard All your recruiting tools in a single place.
      • College Match Recommends colleges that match with your profile.
      • Coach Contacts Contact any program in the country.
      • Event Credits Save $25 on all Prep Soccer showcases.
      • Recruiting Tips Become an expert on the recruiting process.
      • College Email Template Send customized emails directly to college coaches.
  • About Us
      • Contributors
      • How We Rank
      • About Us
  • Support
Login Subscribe

Southeast Division – ECNL Girls 09 – Stellar Defenders

Southeast Division – ECNL Girls 09 – Stellar Defenders
Kom Momeni
Kom Momeni October 30, 2025 @ 09:12 AM
Facebook
X (Formerly Twitter)

In this article:

Catherine Nickel
Catherine Nickel D | 2027
GA
Haley Jurnack
Haley Jurnack 5'6" | M/F | 2028
GA
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In a regular season matchup, two dominant clubs in Metro-Atlanta faced off in Cumming, GA, at Fowler Park. The [program_tooltip program_id='283508' first='United' last='Futbol Academy'] Girls U17 hosted the [program_tooltip program_id='283303' first='Concorde' last='Fire'] Premier side. Both teams have tons of talent; however, these are the top defenders on the day. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Lillian McDonald","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2027","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'8u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"101","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"UFA","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6900d73cb88ba"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Lillian is a composed, physical defender who anchors the team's back line. She reads the game well, intercepting passes and organizing teammates to maintain defensive shape. Confident in one-on-one situations, she uses timing and positioning to stop attacks before they become dangerous. Her ability to distribute the ball accurately helps start counterattacks and maintain possession.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"[player_tooltip player_id='282906' first='Catherine' last='Nickel']","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2027","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'8u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"101","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"UFA","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6900d73cb89b2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">This center back plays a crucial leadership role, directing the defense and communicating constantly. She excels at winning aerial duels, clearing threats, and staying calm under pressure. With strong tactical awareness, she anticipates opponents' movements and adjusts positioning accordingly. Catherine's poise on the ball allows her to transition play smoothly from defense to midfield.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Elise Jansen van Vuuren","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2028","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'7u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"101","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"UFA","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6900d73cb8a89"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Playing a year up, this outside back is quick, disciplined, and reliable on both ends of the field. She tracks opposing wingers tightly, using speed and smart positioning to prevent crosses and runs behind the line. Confident in tackles and recovery runs, she provides stability in wide defensive areas. Offensively, Elise supports the attack by overlapping and delivering accurate passes and crosses.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Mikayla Galindo","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2028","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'7u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"101","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"[program_tooltip program_id='283303' first='Concorde' last='Fire'] Premier","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6900d73cb8b5e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Mikayla is an outside back who combines defensive awareness with attacking creativity. She maintains strong 1v1 defending skills while offering width and energy going forward. Her ability to time overlapping runs and deliver quality service into the box adds an extra dimension to the team's offense. Consistent communication and endurance make her a vital link between defense and midfield.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"[player_tooltip player_id='111903' first='Haley' last='Jurnack']","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2028","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'8u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"101","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"[program_tooltip program_id='283303' first='Concorde' last='Fire'] Premier","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6900d73cb8c31"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">As a younger center back, Haley has the tactical awareness of an older player. She anticipates movements and gets into passing lanes quickly. She is a skilled athlete who is technically clean and emotionally tuned in. Having her hands full most of the day, she was composed under pressure in one v one situations and with the ball at her feet. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

In a regular season matchup, two dominant clubs in Metro-Atlanta faced off in Cumming, GA, at Fowler Park. The United Futbol Academy Girls U17 hosted the Concorde Fire Premier side. Both teams have tons of talent; however, these are the top defenders on the day.

Lillian McDonald

Lillian McDonald

HEIGHT 5'8"
POS D
CLASS 2027

Lillian McDonald

Club: UFA
Subscribe below to view this player's evaluation
<span class="pn-tooltip pn-player-link">
        <span class="name-pointer">Southeast Division – ECNL Girls 09 – Stellar Defenders</span>
        <span class="info-box not-prose" style="background: linear-gradient(to bottom, rgba(212,175,55, 0.95) 0%,rgba(212,175,55, 1) 100%)">
            <a href="https://prepsoccer.com/2025/10/southeast-division-ecnl-girls-09-stellar-defenders/" class="link-wrap">
                                    <span class="player-img"><img src="https://prepsoccer.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2025/10/ECNL-Girls.webp?w=150&h=150&crop=1" alt="Southeast Division – ECNL Girls 09 – Stellar Defenders"></span>
                
                <span class="player-details">
                    <span class="first-name">Southeast</span>
                    <span class="last-name">Division – ECNL Girls 09 – Stellar Defenders</span>
                    <span class="measurables">
                                            </span>
                                    </span>
                <span class="player-rank">
                                                        </span>
                                    <span class="state-abbr"></span>
                            </a>

                    </span>
    </span>

Catherine Nickel Catherine Nickel D State GA

HEIGHT 5'8"
POS D
CLASS 2027

Catherine Nickel Catherine Nickel D State GA

Club: UFA
Subscribe below to view this player's evaluation
Elise Jansen van Vuuren

Elise Jansen van Vuuren

HEIGHT 5'7"
POS D
CLASS 2028

Elise Jansen van Vuuren

Club: UFA
Subscribe below to view this player's evaluation
Mikayla Galindo

Mikayla Galindo

HEIGHT 5'7"
POS D
CLASS 2028

Mikayla Galindo

Club: Concorde Fire Premier
Subscribe below to view this player's evaluation
<span class="pn-tooltip pn-player-link">
        <span class="name-pointer">Southeast Division – ECNL Girls 09 – Stellar Defenders</span>
        <span class="info-box not-prose" style="background: linear-gradient(to bottom, rgba(212,175,55, 0.95) 0%,rgba(212,175,55, 1) 100%)">
            <a href="https://prepsoccer.com/2025/10/southeast-division-ecnl-girls-09-stellar-defenders/" class="link-wrap">
                                    <span class="player-img"><img src="https://prepsoccer.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2025/10/ECNL-Girls.webp?w=150&h=150&crop=1" alt="Southeast Division – ECNL Girls 09 – Stellar Defenders"></span>
                
                <span class="player-details">
                    <span class="first-name">Southeast</span>
                    <span class="last-name">Division – ECNL Girls 09 – Stellar Defenders</span>
                    <span class="measurables">
                                            </span>
                                    </span>
                <span class="player-rank">
                                                        </span>
                                    <span class="state-abbr"></span>
                            </a>

                    </span>
    </span>

Haley Jurnack Haley Jurnack Haley Jurnack 5'6" | M/F Sequoyah | 2028 GA

HEIGHT 5'8"
POS D
CLASS 2028

Haley Jurnack Haley Jurnack Haley Jurnack 5'6" | M/F Sequoyah | 2028 GA

Club: Concorde Fire Premier
Subscribe below to view this player's evaluation
Prep Soccer

Access all of Prep Soccer

Continue reading this article and more.

Continue Reading
Already a subscriber? Log in

Rankings

24 Players Ranked

  • 1
    Adyn Torres

    Adyn Torres

    Playing Professional
  • 2
    Jonathan Ransom

    Jonathan Ransom

  • 3
    Nathan Gray

    Nathan Gray

  • 4
    Junior Enamorado

    Junior Enamorado

  • 5
    Kedwin Flores

    Kedwin Flores

View Full Rankings

Related Articles

  • Fast and Technical – ECNL Girls U17 – Attacking Players

    Fast and Technical – ECNL Girls U17 – Attacking Players

    Kom Momeni • November 1

  • Midfielders With Skills – ECNL Girls Southeast – U17

    Midfielders With Skills – ECNL Girls Southeast – U17

    Kom Momeni • October 31

  • Girl’s College Commitment Scout Grades Chapter 49

    Girl’s College Commitment Scout Grades Chapter 49

    Nikolai Littleton • October 30

  • ECNL – Boys U19 – Attacking with Flair

    ECNL – Boys U19 – Attacking with Flair

    Kom Momeni • October 29

  • Talented Midfielders – ECNL Southeast – Boys U19

    Talented Midfielders – ECNL Southeast – Boys U19

    Kom Momeni • October 28

Follow Us

  • prepsoccer

    Prep Soccer

    @prepsoccer

  • JR Eskilson

    JR Eskilson

    @JREskilson

Loading...
Home Georgia Southeast Division - ECNL Girls 09 - Stellar Defenders

Prep Network

  • Prep Network
  • Prep Dig
  • Prep Girls Hoops
  • Prep Hoops
  • Prep Lacrosse
  • Prep Redzone
  • Prep Soccer
  • Prep Softball

Company

  • News
  • About
  • Careers
  • Store
  • Partner Interest Form

Resources

  • Terms of Service
  • Privacy Policy
  • Accessibility
  • Cookie Policy
  • NCSA College Recruiting
  • Recruiting Tips
  • Student Loan Resources
  • College Scholarship Search

Support

  • My Account
  • Contact
  • Sitemap

© 2025 Prep Soccer. All rights reserved.