2010 West Florida Flames: 2026-27 Season Preview

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Based in Tarpon Springs, Florida, <a href="https://prepsoccer.com/program/west-florida-flames/">[program_tooltip program_id='283764' first='West' last='Florida Flames']</a> are a leading academy in the girls' game, shaping players for the college game with a proven track record. While next season's calendar is soon to be announced, it can be noticed that the strong momentum across DPL, GA and ECNL-RL, will continue to be built upon. With the chance for players to show their abilities across leagues, tournaments and showcases, such events are shaping up to be must watch soccer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>There is a clear pipeline for players to progress through at these clubs. DPL is seen as a precursor for GA. ECNL-RL is a regional league seen as the natural stepping stone to ECNL. Such competitions with a high standard allow individuals to naturally grow in their game as the level of the competition grows.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In addition to our coverage of top academies, today, we are going to look at some of these student athletes touted to make an impact this upcoming season:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Players To Watch:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["348401"],"_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-6a21eb3e64b0d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A confident defender who excels in a low lying shape. Getting the footing down, getting set in advantageous positions to frequently win headers before a press can come. Knowing what pressure looks like on the defensive side, stepping out to scare attackers away from traffic laden areas. Understanding how to play off the ground, finding advanced players regardless of what build up looks like, or where players need the ball to continue from.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["348429"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":378253,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","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-6a21eb3e64bc1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Agile, clean footwork in the center of the park. High dribble success rate stemming from pushing opponents of the dribble. Striding forward in a controlled manner allows play to be carried forward. Against opponents, their own force and mistakes are brilliantly used against them. A solid quick touch skillset to guide transitions and ensure a high tempo ahead. Taking the space ahead while maintaining the innate feeling of where to take the ball.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["210606"],"_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-6a21eb3e64c2b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Dominant attacking wherewithal to find space from the wing and make the right play. This can involve build-up, where quick combos are utilized to break out of traps and open up play. This can involve the midfield, where the right dribbles or side passes advance play from channels. Though in general, perfecting basic skills such as tackling, wide passes and crosses to smoothly improve the flow of play.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["271660"],"_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-6a21eb3e64c86"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Adapting to game situations to achieved the desired outcomes on the attacking front. Spearheading the attacking line in central occupancies, supporting is offered by taking the space ahead. Peeling off defenders or dragging them away, space is opened for final passes. Difficult shots are forced from varieties of angles, causing opposition back lines to lose their pivot and cave in. Using defensive habits against opposers to naturally elevate the play of the surrounding unit.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->