Game-Changing Defenders and Goalkeepers in Colorado’s 2029 Class

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Prep Soccer state rankings for the Colorado class of 2029 will be released next week. Prior to the release of the rankings, check out a scouting report on some of the game-deciding talents among defenders and goalkeepers in this class. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["418296"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6aee4f1a0abe7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Roberts is an outside back on the [program_tooltip program_id='283723' first='Real' last='Colorado'] U16 ECNL team. She plays left back for her club team. She can comfortably play either side of the formation. Roberts has a lot of strengths of her game. Her ability in 1v1 defending is probably the top trait for her the success at her position. She's a physical player who does well when she has contact with the opposing winger. She uses her body well and can get scrappy to win possession of the ball. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Roberts was a key part of the [program_tooltip program_id='283723' first='Real' last='Colorado'] National team that had a successful run in the ECNL playoffs last season. She's been able to standout against older competition in the past. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>She is confident on the ball and can break pressure. She knows how to retain possession for her side and receive the ball while under pressure. Roberts had a couple of moments against Solar where she was the key to unlocking the opposition with her passing. She isn't the outside back to only plays it up the line, she finds her teammates all over the field. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["418299"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6aee4f1a0ac3d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Remley is one of the terrific goalkeepers on the [program_tooltip program_id='283723' first='Real' last='Colorado'] U16 ECNL team. She previously played for the [program_tooltip program_id='283723' first='Real' last='Colorado'] Athletico 2010 squad. She's earned her spot on the [program_tooltip program_id='283723' first='Real' last='Colorado'] 2010/2011 National ECNL team as one of the best players in the state in this class. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Remley impressed in recent games with her passing ability. She can ping a ball to the touchline with pace and accuracy. She sets up her teammates for success with her exquisite passing. She's also got the game-saving ability in the position </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Remley is one to watch in this group especially at upcoming showcase events. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["418292"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6aee4f1a0ac68"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Evans is a center back on the [program_tooltip program_id='283723' first='Real' last='Colorado'] Athletico 2010/2011 ECNL team. She plays right center back for her club team. She was All-Conference First Team and her team's Defensive MVP as a freshman in high school last season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Evans has impressed through the start of the club season. She has game-changing pace. She can shut down the attack among the best center backs in this class. Her recovery speed is elite for the youth level. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Evans has all the trademarks of a modern center back and will certainly be a high priority among scouts. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["418317"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6aee4f1a0ac89"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Silverman is a center back on the [program_tooltip program_id='283300' first='Colorado' last='Storm'] 2010/2011 ECNL team. She plays right center back for her club team. She can also play as a defensive midfielder. She does well in both roles. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Her defensive instincts and positioning shine as a center back. She's good at getting to the right spots to support her teammates. She does this well in possession too. She drops off and creates passing angles for her team. She makes quick decisions on the ball. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Silverman has been a standout in multiple Storm games this season in the ECNL. She's made game-saving tackles and shown the top level quality to suggest she will be a star at the college level. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["418319"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6aee4f1a0aca8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Fingland is a defender on the [program_tooltip program_id='283301' first='Colorado' last='United'] 2010/2011 GA team. She can play outside back or center back. She's excellent in either role. She's been a top performer in the Girls Academy for the past few seasons. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Fingland has quickness, soccer smarts, and a competitive drive. She pops off the screen from game film. It's easy to see why her team is successful in the Girls Academy. They play with pace and tenacity. They are a competitive bunch. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Fingland has the key qualities of an outside back and should be one to watch at upcoming showcase events. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->