Rankings Analysis: Michigan’s best 2028 goalkeepers and defenders

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Prep Soccer state rankings for Michigan's 2028 class was updated this week. Check out the rankings here. Learn more about <a href="https://prepsoccer.com/how-we-rank/">the ranking process here</a>. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Below is a scouting report on some of the top talent among the goalkeepers and defenders. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["273118"],"_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-6745f82cb3766"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><br>Melchior has been one of the biggest difference-makers in the 2010 age group this season in the ECNL. The Nationals goalkeeper has made some fantastic game-deciding saves. She's got good hands and strong technique. She has good timing on coming off her line and stops a number of chances with the way she reads the game. Melchior is a one of the best in her position in the state. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["273188"],"_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-6745f82cb37d0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><br>Bunce is a versatile player for the Michigan Hawks 2010 ECNL team. She can play left back or forward. She's got quick feet and uses them well in duels. She is active in the play especially when her team dominates possession. She gets forward and offers an outlet, and also can sneak past players and whip in a cross. She is a solid 1v1 defender and has the pace to match up with top wingers. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["273107"],"_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-6745f82cb3815"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><br>Bremerkamp is the goalkeeper on the Liverpool FC IA Michigan 2010 ECNL team. She has been called into the US Soccer Talent ID events in the past. Bremerkamp is tall, has good hands, and possesses the athleticism to make diving saves. Bremerkamp's play this season is a major reason for a number of positive results for her side. She's been one of the best in her position in the state.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["273286"],"_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-6745f82cb3856"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><br>Gabriel is a defender on the Michigan Hawks Magic 2010 ECNL team. She can play center back or outside back. I think her future is right back, but the positional flexibility at this point makes her a valuable piece for her team. She is right footed and a standout in dead ball situations - she takes some free kicks for her club team. She is good in aerial duels defensively and is often the focal point of clearing the service. She is an accurate passer with good composure on the ball. The well-rounded game makes her one of the top players in the 2028 class in Michigan. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["211800"],"_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-6745f82cb3896"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><br>Rankin is the top ranked goalkeeper in this class. She was exceptional for her team during the playoffs last season and there is every reason to believe she is going to be even better this year. I was impressed with her technique especially her footwork in getting side-to-side. She is clearly well coached and has the foundation to be a top goalkeeper in the country.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["273270"],"_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-6745f82cb38d5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><br>Schans is a goalkeeper on the Midwest United 2010 ECNL team. She is five-foot-nine with secure hands and quick reflexes. She has made some outlandishly good saves this season. Her net has been peppered with shots during games, but Schans has used that to her benefit. She's continued to improve as a shot-stopper. She's quick off her line and does well in the slide tackle. Schans is a top goalkeeper in this class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["273259"],"_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-6745f82cb3919"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><br>Arvila is a defender on the Michigan Hawks 2010 ECNL team. She plays right center back for her club side. She is right footed. Hits a good long ball. Picks out the direct option when it's on. Arvila is a solid defender. She uses her body well and controls the center forward in 1v1 duels. She's got a strong all-around game. Her consistency stands out from game to game as she is always putting in a good effort for her side. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["273267"],"_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-6745f82cb3958"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><br>Becker is a left back on the Midwest United 2010 ECNL team. She is a quick defender who never quits on a play. Becker stood out from game film last year for her competitiveness. She is a smaller defender, but never backs down from a challenge. She showed good technique in winning duels against taller players. Becker has continued to impress this season with a relentless approach to defending. She's been a bright spot of the Midwest squad.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->