Top 5 Goals – GA and ECNL Girls 2026 – Bonus Goals, V.1

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Elite goal scorers, including a top 42 nationally ranked player with college commits and top-level ECNL and Girls Academy players.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>USE THE PROMO CODE almasin30 for a discount on your first subscription</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2026 girls' ECNL and Girls Academy season has produced some top-level talent, with teams reaching the top 12 rankings in the nation as well as featuring some top-level ECNL and Girls Academy players. I was able to capture some sensational goals during the ECNL Phoenix and Girls Academy National Playoffs in Norco, CA.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>I have some recent ECNL League goals from top-level and elite California teams.&nbsp; The matchup between the [program_tooltip program_id='283641' first='De' last='Anza Force'] at [program_tooltip program_id='283434' first='Pleasanton' last='Rage'] produced some top-level goals for this feature.&nbsp; [player_tooltip player_id='82602' first='Abby' last='Nelson'] and [player_tooltip player_id='111249' first='Elsa' last='Wallway'], both college commits, led the way. Also, a GU16 matchup featuring players from [program_tooltip program_id='283467' first='Santa' last='Rosa United'] at MVLA.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Since I'm working backwards with my most recent goals to some from the Girls Academy summer showcase, there will be some from [program_tooltip program_id='283672' first='Lamorinda' last='SC'] and other GA teams.&nbsp; Lastly, I will add some other elite-level goals from the GA tourney and ECNL competition.&nbsp; Some players have been identified, and I would appreciate the help identifying some of the players who are unknown at the moment.&nbsp; I would love to feature those players in upcoming Top 5 goal articles.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This article features some of the most elite players in the nation as well as up-and-coming players and players ready to make a name for themselves on the national stage.&nbsp; [player_tooltip player_id='223644' first='Liliana' last='Rubio'], formerly with [program_tooltip program_id='283672' first='Lamorinda' last='SC'], had one of the most impressive halves and goal-scoring highlights I've ever seen, and [player_tooltip player_id='270093' first='Caroline' last='Mortimore'] had another impressive goal, worthy of my top 5.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Top 5 Goals from Elite-Level Players:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>1. [player_tooltip player_id='82602' first='Abby' last='Nelson'] - 2027</strong> - Defender/Forward - [program_tooltip program_id='283641' first='De' last='Anza Force'] ECNL U18/U19 - #3 ranked player in CA, #2 in Position, and #42 in the Nation.&nbsp; Abby is a Cal Commit.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2. [player_tooltip player_id='111249' first='Elsa' last='Wallway'] - 2027</strong> - Midfielder/Forward - [program_tooltip program_id='283641' first='De' last='Anza Force'] GU18/19 - #74 ranked player in CA and #54 in Position.&nbsp; Elsa is a PENN Commit.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>3. [player_tooltip player_id='270093' first='Caroline' last='Mortimore'] - 2029</strong> - Forward - MVLA GU16 - #14 ranked player in CA, #5 in Position, and on the Watch List for National Ranking.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>4. [player_tooltip player_id='223644' first='Liliana' last='Rubio'] - 2028</strong> - Midfielder/Forward - MVLA GU17 - #41 ranked player in CA, #29 in Position, and #93 in the Nation.&nbsp; Lili is a San Diego State Commit.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>5. [player_tooltip player_id='379860' first='Stella' last='Beuchotte'] - 2027</strong> - Forward - [program_tooltip program_id='283672' first='Lamorinda' last='SC'] GU17</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Player Evaluations:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='82602' first='Abby' last='Nelson'] - 2027</strong> - Defender/Forward - [program_tooltip program_id='283641' first='De' last='Anza Force'] ECNL U18/U19</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["82602"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ae78a7e674bc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">I've covered Abby's ascent the past two seasons at the ECNL and high school level.&nbsp; She is one of the most complete players in the nation.&nbsp; Her ability to play as a defender and forward is subject to the needs of her team.&nbsp; Her ability to score in bunches and from all spots of the attacking third is a sight to see.&nbsp; While leading her team to a CCS Division 1 Title last season and scoring 41 goals and providing 14 assists in 23 matches is super impressive.&nbsp; The Cal commit is definitely ready to make an impact on their squad on day one.&nbsp; Her stellar performances at the ECNL level are also part of her highlights on both sides of the pitch.&nbsp; Can't wait to provide coverage for her last year at Los Gatos High School, as she will definitely make a run for player of the year at the regional level or beyond.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='111249' first='Elsa' last='Wallway'] - 2027</strong> - Midfielder/Forward - [program_tooltip program_id='283641' first='De' last='Anza Force'] GU18/19</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["111249"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ae78a7e67558"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">She had a super impressive goal, which pinged off the left post. She then took a second shot, which was blocked by a defender, but on her third attempt, she buried it past the goalkeeper with a rocket shot.&nbsp; Abby is no stranger to playing at high-level competitive matches.&nbsp; She earned NorCal All-Conference recognition with her [program_tooltip program_id='283641' first='De' last='Anza Force'] team, while competing at the ECNL playoffs.&nbsp; As a previous ODP player from 2021 to 2023, it might be time again for a call-up or possibly further in the USYNT as an invite.&nbsp; Who knows, the ambidextrous shooter can get goals from either side and make contributions to any team.&nbsp; Abby's multi-sports activities in martial arts, track, and futsal definitely play a huge part in her success as a top-level soccer player.&nbsp; The PENN commit will be a great addition to their program.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Scoring Highlights - Top 5, Volume 1 - 2026 ECNL and Girls Academy</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>1. [player_tooltip player_id='82602' first='Abby' last='Nelson'] - 2027</strong> - [program_tooltip program_id='283641' first='De' last='Anza Force'] GU18/19 - Cal Commit</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/BayAreaSocScout/status/2115294153152327819?a=RDH16YB08OHYLFlIDOIu0026amp;s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/BayAreaSocScout/status/2115294153152327819?a=RDH16YB08OHYLFlIDOIu0026amp;s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2. [player_tooltip player_id='111249' first='Elsa' last='Wallway'] - 2027</strong> - [program_tooltip program_id='283641' first='De' last='Anza Force'] GU18/19 - PENN Commit</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/BayAreaSocScout/status/2115292387027382589?a=-jqpSFLGJM8HRJLYqi0u0026amp;s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/BayAreaSocScout/status/2115292387027382589?a=-jqpSFLGJM8HRJLYqi0u0026amp;s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>3. [player_tooltip player_id='270093' first='Caroline' last='Mortimore'] - 2029</strong> - MVLA GU16</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/BayAreaSocScout/status/2103999273323098432?a=M9XIccxCeTwQxlxD4YEu0026amp;s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/BayAreaSocScout/status/2103999273323098432?a=M9XIccxCeTwQxlxD4YEu0026amp;s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>4. [player_tooltip player_id='223644' first='Liliana' last='Rubio'] - 2028</strong> - MVLA - San Diego State Commit</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/BayAreaSocScout/status/2070019040274522621?a=6CfdsTDxrBVQlXDjkrcu0026amp;s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/BayAreaSocScout/status/2070019040274522621?a=6CfdsTDxrBVQlXDjkrcu0026amp;s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>5. [player_tooltip player_id='379860' first='Stella' last='Beuchotte'] - 2027</strong> - Forward - [program_tooltip program_id='283672' first='Lamorinda' last='SC'] GU17</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/BayAreaSocScout/status/2068418944772510072?a=Gz_ropozGk6RhY3nv9Eu0026amp;s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/BayAreaSocScout/status/2068418944772510072?a=Gz_ropozGk6RhY3nv9Eu0026amp;s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Bonus Goals: Team and Players</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>1. ECNL matchup - [program_tooltip program_id='283467' first='Santa' last='Rosa United'] -</strong> Great top bins set-piece goal by an unknown Santa Rosa player.&nbsp; Please let me know who this player is and I can credit her for this Awesome Goal.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/BayAreaSocScout/status/2103919862146023762?a=ylxW4xkxRu4lTO7TfQ0u0026amp;s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/BayAreaSocScout/status/2103919862146023762?a=ylxW4xkxRu4lTO7TfQ0u0026amp;s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2. Girls Academy - Albion SC - Girls U15</strong> - Assist by [player_tooltip player_id='383157' first='Kimlan' last='Miller'] to [player_tooltip player_id='383153' first='Mylah' last='Marfil']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/BayAreaSocScout/status/2083307747773472990?a=K48fRaUs-HVaQsbZZZku0026amp;s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/BayAreaSocScout/status/2083307747773472990?a=K48fRaUs-HVaQsbZZZku0026amp;s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>3. Girls Academy - [program_tooltip program_id='283389' first='LA' last='Breakers'] - Girls U15</strong> - Excellent Individual Goal by [player_tooltip player_id='287184' first='Philly' last='Chew'] to the top bins.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/BayAreaSocScout/status/2083286481582649654?a=nKdlrxK4skexEvssaSgu0026amp;s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/BayAreaSocScout/status/2083286481582649654?a=nKdlrxK4skexEvssaSgu0026amp;s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>4. Girls Academy - San Juan - Girls U13</strong> - Great goal by an unknown player.&nbsp; Please let me know who this player is and I can credit her for this Awesome Goal.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/BayAreaSocScout/status/2083222975869002041?a=Bdi608_jJMNIMzS117Mu0026amp;s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/BayAreaSocScout/status/2083222975869002041?a=Bdi608_jJMNIMzS117Mu0026amp;s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>5. Girls Academy - Leahi Premier - Girls U17</strong> - Great goals by multiple players.  Please let me know who these players are and I can credit them for theirAwesome Goals.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/BayAreaSocScout/status/2068825121310322864?a=ltarDPvlzZdN25AF7Owu0026amp;s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/BayAreaSocScout/status/2068825121310322864?a=ltarDPvlzZdN25AF7Owu0026amp;s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->