ECNL Girls National Finals: 07 Midfielders to Watch

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>All roads lead to Richmond for each of these players as the ECNL Girls National Finals kick off next week. This group of young ladies will be aiming to hold their own and steel their nerve in the midfield to help their team lift the trophy and become ECNL National Champions in 2024.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["48333"],"_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-6684659a72fb3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">An offensive standout for the entire calendar year, McLanahan leads FC Dallas as one of the favorites going into the Elite 8 in Richmond. Her technical savvy and previous ECNL championship experience are going to be tested and relied on heavily, especially taking on such a strong opponent in the quarterfinal round in Beach FC out of California. This clash of heavyweights is going to be must see, and expect McLanahan to be in the thick of it. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["26799"],"_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-668468d367cf2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Another FC Dallas midfielder on the Prep Soccer radar, Traub is the backing force in the middle of the park for this tough Texas side. She is going to be a key cog in the upcoming quarterfinal, looking to both spring the potent FC Dallas attack as well as be the spearhead to shut down a Beach FC (CA) squad that put up 19 goals in Seattle. This do all midfielder will be regularly called upon, so look for another quality performance from her.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["26863"],"_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-6684659a73013"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A full head of steam on display, Fuller will be the centerpiece of Solar's repeat bid in the National Finals. Solar already boasts an undefeated record and a plethora of talent across the pitch, with Fuller pulling the strings and getting the best out of her side. Her performance in Seattle was exceptional, and she brings that with her into Richmond as Solar looks to be a strong favorite in their half of the bracket.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["26768"],"_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-6684659a73057"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Another player on this list back at National Finals, Jordan looks to claim another ECNL trophy with Solar after their championship run last season. Playing along her high school teammate and club counterpart, Jordan makes for one of the most potent and dangerous weapons leading up to this part of the tournament. With an all around quality skill set and a wealth of experience to draw from, Jordan has helped put Solar FC in a prime position to repeat.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["21272"],"_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-6684659a73097"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A standout for the attacking line of FC Dallas, Thompson is poised to be one of the biggest scoring threats on the field for the Academy side. Her play in ECNL competition has been stellar of late, and if she continues to find success, it will go a long way in advancing FC Dallas towards a trophy.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["27124"],"_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-6684659a730db"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Another feature player for this FC Dallas team, there seems to be no bounds to the amount of attacking options this squad has. Wagner joined the festivities in her own right along the way to Dallas outscoring their opponents 19-2. She is going to be another player to keep an eye on to see how she can make an impact in the quarterfinal and beyond should they advance.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["27342"],"_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-6684659a73121"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">For Legends FC to advance, Matthews is going to have to thrive in Richmond and make the most of her opportunities on the ball. Considering her play style and how she fits into her team, it leaves one prone to believe she will be a centerpiece in the quarterfinal matchup against Solar. Eyes will definitely be focused on the center of the park with her in mind when those two teams clash on the 10th.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["133389"],"_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-6684659a73165"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hull comes into this match with weight on her shoulders and a tough opponent in front of her in Indy Eleven. She will be regularly called upon to take up the task of putting her team in quality positions to score, but her defensive duties can't be laid aside either. KC Athletics gave up goals in three of their four matches in Seattle, and in the knockout stages, it's not always about how, but IF, you prevail.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["54271"],"_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-6684659a731a5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Zacarias will play an important role in Slammers FC-HB Koge returning back to the ECNL Championship game should they make it that far. Defensively they showed a stout position in Seattle, but a bit more will be needed from Zacarias and Co. when taking on these potent offenses in the tournament. She is the type of skilled player that can make the most of an opportunity, so look for her to help create offensive chances in the quarterfinal for her side.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->