Keepers standing out in 2028 class

The next crop of great keepers in California is on the way and now that they are high school freshman, we will learn more about them in short order. They have all been playing at a high level for big clubs, so it is no surprise to those who know them. But for those that don't, consider this your introduction.   [player_tooltip player_id='199882' first='Vivian' last='Baker'], [program_tooltip program_id='283313' first='De' last='Anza Force']   When you watch Baker, she gives you the feeling that she dominates the position and she knows she's going to change the game. She is fearless, active, alert and athletic. She reacts so quickly that it's hard to beat her, even point blank. She is incredibly tough to beat. She comes off her line incredibly fast, making good decisions as to when it is time to do so. She has great range and heightened awareness. She is one of the top keepers in the 2028 class.   [player_tooltip player_id='160009' first='Farrah' last='Carrillo'], Beach FC   Carrillo has such a feel for the position. She positions herself so subtly that you do not realize that she is one step ahead of the attacking players. She reads the game so well and moves with the ball accordingly. She is a great shot stopper, whether it be from point blank range or from distance, she has strong hands and parry's well so she doesn't end up spilling the ball. She's got great feet as well.   [player_tooltip player_id='164179' first='Isabel' last='Cortes'], [program_tooltip program_id='283476' first='Slammers' last='FC'] HBK   Cortes is a leader and a true student of the game. She shows a great understanding of positioning and knows how to react and when. She's strong and physical, and very brave. She comes out for balls with command, she closes on attackers with aggression and she can make every kind of save.   [player_tooltip player_id='160083' first='Aviana' last='Ivey'], [program_tooltip program_id='278036' first='San' last='Juan SC']   Ivey is an athletic keeper with a good sense for the game. She moves well, anticipates well and shows an advanced understanding of how to adjust to the flow of the attack. She's a good shot stopper, showing good strength in her hands and a good ability to parry the ball away.   [player_tooltip player_id='160003' first='Bella' last='Martin'], [program_tooltip program_id='283395' first='Legends' last='FC']   Martin is a keeper with very good size for her age, and she moves very well. She can cover from post to post, and she's not easy to beat on the floor, either as she gets low quickly. She's good at tipping the ball over the net as well, showing she can make all the saves. She shows good feet and athleticism.   Heidi Speltz, SC Reds   Speltz is relentless. She does not give up on a play as she can be seen on film making multiple saves in one sequence. And they are incredible, diving and sprawling saves. She shows quick reactions, she shows the ability to close down the angle on the attacker and she shows a heart and determination that cannot be taught. She is going to be a rising player in this class.   Brooke Volpp, San Diego Surf   Volpp can make all the saves. Sprawling, diving, getting low, balls aimed for the roof and everything in between. She covers her near post well, and is so good at cutting off the angle to the far post. She seems to just have a geometric understanding of how to play the position. She has great reaction time, she's athletic and she's fearless as she is not afraid to come out and make a challenge. She's also quite good in distribution. She's a top keeper from the 2028 class.

The next crop of great keepers in California is on the way and now that they are high school freshman, we will learn more about them in short order. They have all been playing at a high level for big clubs, so it is no surprise to those who know them. But for those that don't, consider this your introduction.