2026-27 GMAC: Top Miami Boys To Watch

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Greater Miami Athletic Conference (GMAC) is a key institution of Florida prep soccer, featuring a blend of public, charter, magnet and vocational schools in Miami-Dade County Public Schools. Featuring traditional heavyweights such as: reigning 3A state champions Downtown Doral, reigning 7A state champions Columbus, and 7A's 4th-ranked Doral Academy. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Other contenders who can put in a run any given year include Miami Beach, Mater Lakes Academy, Ronald Reagan/Doral, South Dade, and J.C. Bermudez. Below are several names to look out for coming up:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["160075"],"_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":381155,"_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-6a52793ac41f7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">This MLS NEXT goalkeeper takes the initiative by claiming the ball in danger zones and being first to them. Featuring for [program_tooltip program_id='283765' first='Weston' last='FC'] and Athletum FC, there is a command of the box against difficult attacking situations. Fast off the line to pull off full body saves from close ranges. Able to receive possession at the end of a play with the release to then change the direction of play.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":381148,"_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":381152,"_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-6a52793ac42de"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">This Miami Breakers Academy and UPSL regular has a control over the defensive unit that is uncommon to see in high pressure situations. Working in tandem to put in tackles, shift over to eliminate lines of play to progress through, and generally wreak havoc on attackers looking to play their way straightforwardly. The ability to get low in ample time allows slide tackles, clearances, and blocks of shots and crosses to be executed with success.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":381149,"_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":381156,"_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-6a52793ac43c7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A tall threat in the box that utilizes physical advantages to a tee. This MLS NEXT supporting striker, who can function as a target similarly from wide midfielder, understands the mission at hand when positioned against defenders. Being that support option in the build up, focusing possession to concentrated areas of space. That support continues through dribbles or runs with a continued pace. Across goal, there is a speed in letting off shots, using his body to open up.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":381150,"_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":381157,"_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-6a52793ac44b1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A ONE FC MLS NEXT forward with a low center of gravity who can find a pocket and use shooting angles against the opposition. Having that understanding of defenders who fall one way or fall for a particular move, likewise with keepers picking the wrong angle. Knowing when to get involved with teammates at the end of the sequence, to have smooth routine touches. Using pace, agility and power to get on goal quick before attempting wide curlers or power ground shots.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":381151,"_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-6a52793ac4574"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Castagna is a Miami Breakers student athlete that utilizes a low center of gravity to manipulate the opposition in direct play. Quick touches (with each foot or side to side) between the forward line allows teammates the right chance to take advantage of in the final third. Side passes - sometimes low curlers, sometimes full crosses - allow wide runners to carefully transition into a line of play where more chances can be created from.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->