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5 2027 Boys In-Form from Jacksonville Armada vs. Tampa Bay United

5 2027 Boys In-Form from Jacksonville Armada vs. Tampa Bay United
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Ozzie White
Ozzie White October 28, 2025 @ 01:33 PM
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Jackson Saale
Jackson Saale D | 2027
FL
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The recent U17 match between MLS Next sides Armada FC and TB United was a highly-anticipated matchup, and the action did not disappoint. Let's review some 2027 breakout performances that were too loud to be ignored, on the big stage at Patton Park. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Zane Wriggins","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2027","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'10u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"102","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Plant","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"[program_tooltip program_id='283755' first='Tampa' last='Bay United']","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69008832191a1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">In the center of the pitch, Zane is able to read ahead and anticipate play quicker than players of a similar profile. With this comes the ability to make the play on time - whether its breaking up a pass, finding a runner forward, or helping teammates reset.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In the front half, his technical skills include close control, solid inside touches to set up good passes, and the ability to move on the dribble in different patterns. From there, his contributions extend to recycling or advancing possession, depending on game situation.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/zane_wriggins">Zane's Instagram</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Anthony-Alex Hao","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2027","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'11u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"103","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"N/A","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"[program_tooltip program_id='283378' first='Jacksonville' last='Armada']","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6900883219283"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">As a target man out wide, Anthony-Alex is able to establish territory there with a physical frame that keeps the football rooted to boots. The wit to confuse defenders with stutter steps is apparent in open grass.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>On the ball, there is a skillset to build upon for chance creation. The winger's outside foot crosses and one-touch through passes on the corner of the box are of high value in the modern game, supported with a high per 90 production.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Fernando Villa","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2027","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'4u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"101","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Brandon (Florida)","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"[program_tooltip program_id='283755' first='Tampa' last='Bay United']","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6900883219334"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">As a defensive fullback in a Contain system, Fernando's positioning tells a tale of discipline. A presence is ensured when support is needed, or a duel needs to be won. The ability to deliver instant contact on carriers can help hold up the opposition when they fall behind.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Interestingly enough, in low-possession teams, the Gulf Coast native has a composure on the ball not frequently seen at this level. The range on through passes with both feet showcases this in play progression. Runners on the byline are able to receive on time.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["160109"],"_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":335475,"_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-69008832193af"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">After featuring in the <a href="https://prepsoccer.com/2024/01/january-rankings-update-who-moved-up-the-rankings-in-floridas-2027-class/">original 2024 rankings</a>, Jackson has climbed the ranks of the [program_tooltip program_id='283667' first='Jacksonville' last='FC'] / [program_tooltip program_id='283378' first='Jacksonville' last='Armada'] FC Professional Pathway, becoming a familiar name in the world of MLS Next. As a leader sporting the band, there is a presence in back fours as a defensive anchor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The timing is perfected in decision-making. Whether to stay out, engage in duels, or play a role in build-up, there's an innate understanding with how an anchor should operate. When defending the final phase, he is able to match momentum and stop dangerous attacks.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Spencer Blase","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2027","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'1u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"101","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Ponte Vedra","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"[program_tooltip program_id='283378' first='Jacksonville' last='Armada']","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6900883219453"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Another fixture in the heart of the defensive line, Spencer is able to determine the press and positioning of teammates to make the right passes. His composure allows options to open up, and the right passing lanes to appear.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>When defending in the final third, the Junior is able to intervene when necessary, preventing shot-creating actions that lead to goals. The ability to get in front of the play before it can form is an important mental characteristic he possesses.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

The recent U17 match between MLS Next sides Armada FC and TB United was a highly-anticipated matchup, and the action did not disappoint. Let's review some 2027 breakout performances that were too loud to be ignored, on the big stage at Patton Park.

Zane Wriggins

Zane Wriggins

HEIGHT 5'10"
POS M
CLASS 2027

Zane Wriggins

School: Plant
Club: Tampa Bay United
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Anthony-Alex Hao

Anthony-Alex Hao

HEIGHT 5'11"
POS F
CLASS 2027

Anthony-Alex Hao

School: N/A
Club: Jacksonville Armada
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Fernando Villa

Fernando Villa

HEIGHT 5'4"
POS D
CLASS 2027

Fernando Villa

School: Brandon (Florida)
Club: Tampa Bay United
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Jackson Saale

Jackson Saale

FL
D
POS D
CLASS 2027
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State: Florida
Club: Jacksonville FC
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Spencer Blase

Spencer Blase

HEIGHT 6'1"
POS D
CLASS 2027

Spencer Blase

School: Ponte Vedra
Club: Jacksonville Armada
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