Versatile Defenders Worth Attention in California 2028 Rankings

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Prep Soccer rankings were updated last week. Check out <a href="https://prepsoccer.com/california/rankings/girls/2028-rankings/">the rankings here</a>. Learn more about <a href="https://prepsoccer.com/how-we-rank/">our ranking process here</a>. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Check out a scouting report on some of the most versatile defenders in this class. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["280246"],"_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-68e6d13ea5472"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Bruni is a defender on the [program_tooltip program_id='283257' first='Bay' last='Area Surf'] 2010 ECNL. She plays a variety of positions along the defense plus defensive midfielder. The versatility as a player is impressive and she has had standout moments in each role. Her play at outside back is especially noteworthy. She is an asset in possession. She is excellent with the ball at her feet. She's got close control, ability to take players on off either foot, and quick feet. Bruni is a skillful, smart player who should be on the radar for scouts. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["317572"],"_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-68e6d13ea54cd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Abshire is a defender/midfielder on the [program_tooltip program_id='283312' first='Davis' last='Legacy'] 2010 ECNL team. She was named to the ECNL All-Conference Northern California First Team last season. She's a versatile right-footed player. She has been impressive in multiple roles. Her highest ceiling might be as a left center back. She progresses the ball up the field so well in that role, which unlocks another dimension of the attack for her team. She's an exceptional passer - great vision and accuracy with her outlet passes. Abshire is a competitive player who has been among the best of the best in the ECNL over the past few seasons. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["266726"],"_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-68e6d13ea5517"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Arimura is a defender on [program_tooltip program_id='287434' first='Fram' last='GA'] 2010 team. She has also been part of Cal South ODP. She plays center back for her club team. She can also feature as an outside back. She plays left center back for her club. She's right footed. Her possession-dominant mentality stands out. When she wins possession, she does well in finding her outlets and make smart decisions with the ball. She's a good defender who reads the game well and gets her body in front of the attacker. She rarely dives in. Her soccer intelligence shines from game film and is a strong part of her game. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["266736"],"_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-68e6d13ea555d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jolic is a defender on the Slammers Koge 2010 ECNL team. She can play any spot in the back four. Her versatility is invaluable to her team as she can cover anything needed. She had some standout moments at center back last season. She is great at using her body to hold an attacking player off the ball once she sees a bad touch. She does an excellent job with the timing of her tackle and keeping her balance. Jolic does well in possession as well. She has vision and makes good decisions on the ball. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["266728"],"_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-68e6d13ea55a2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Bernal is a defender/forward from [program_tooltip program_id='283425' first='[program_tooltip program_id='283424' first='Pateadores' last='']' last=''] 2010 ECNL team. She can play as either a winger or an outside back. Her play at outside back over the summer was impressive. She put all her skills on display. She's a crafty dribbler with a burst of a first-step. She has the ability to cut pass the opposition off either foot. The attacking talent is on full display when she has the ball. Defensively, she is full effort at all times. She is quick and in the face of the opposition immediately on first touch. Bernal has the potential to lock down the top wingers in the ECNL this season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->