U‑15 GNT Begins May Camp in Netherlands for Two Key Matches

Today the U‑15 GNT will start their camp in the Netherlands and Germany for a week, May 15–25, playing two international matches against the Netherlands and Germany. The 20‑player roster, all born in 2011, will continue its push toward the 2028 FIFA U‑17 Women's World Cup. Here are the roster players to watch as the U‑15 GNT begins its week in the Netherlands.   Defenders:    Smith cuts off angles early and forces attackers into predictable decisions. After that she stays patient in the duel and times her step to win clean possession. Soon she shows a high defensive IQ and a strong understanding of space. She ranks among the top defenders in the Mid‑Atlantic and continues to separate herself in her class. Ultimately she enters another GNT camp with a profile built on consistency, timing, and reliability.     Daniels uses clean movement and sharp footwork to move the ball out of the backline with control. Then she stays composed in possession and uses her body well to get in front of the ball. Next she protects space, absorbs pressure, and forces attackers into losing angles. She often turns those moments into clearances or plays that push the ball out of bounds. Lastly, Daniels brings traits that translate well to the May camp in the Netherlands and should give her steady value in that environment.    Midfielders:    Staudenmyer's ball control flows naturally into her striking ability, and that combination stands out early. After that she uses tight touches to shift defenders and create space that should not exist. Next her first touch carries her through traffic or pulls a backline toward her before she finds an open teammate. She plays with confidence, balance, and a creative edge that gives her multiple ways to break pressure. Ultimately these qualities position her to be effective in the May camp and add value in a faster environment.     Taylor will look to showcase her physicality, technical ability, and IQ that she consistently shows with San Diego Surf, where she captains. As an attacking‑minded player, she uses her confidence on the ball to take shots and test the keeper whenever she is given space. Ultimately the midfielder will look to challenge her European counterparts in this camp and show how her attacking instincts can impact a higher‑tempo environment.    Forwards:    Change can execute multiple positions, but in this camp she will lean into her attacking ability. As part of a strong VDA frontline, she uses her technical skill to create chances in tight spaces. Then she adds sharp footwork and timely runs that break defensive lines. The attacker will look to apply those traits in these friendlies and challenge defenders with her pace and creativity.     The WNY Forward uses her speed to time her shot instead of rushing chances, placing the ball with real precision. When the keeper commits early, she cuts with confidence and finishes cleanly. Her eight‑goal performance at St. Mary's highlights her ability to punish any backline. The forward enters this camp ready to score with intent and test defenders who give her even a step of space.

Today the U‑15 GNT will start their camp in the Netherlands and Germany for a week, May 15–25, playing two international matches against the Netherlands and Germany. The 20‑player roster, all born in 2011, will continue its push toward the 2028 FIFA U‑17 Women's World Cup. Here are the roster players to watch as the U‑15 GNT begins its week in the Netherlands.