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Roshelle Gobin | Prep Soccer Scout
Saunders is one of two goalkeepers selected for the training camp in Japan. Throughout the season, the Royals keeper has demonstrated impressive athleticism, sharp reflexes, and strong shot-stopping ability to keep her team in the game. Additionally, her long throws help launch quick transitions and add another dimension to her skill set. The Stanford commit knows how to position her body to make crucial saves, confidently leaves her box, and often uses her legs to recover loose balls. Her aggressive style of play will be important to watch at this international camp.
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Avellina Saunders Avellina Saunders GK #5 Nation AZ of the Royals played lights out against a highly rated VDA team. She literally won that game for her team and is a huge part of getting them to the final rounds. She’s a top level goalkeeper and she might be the best in the tournament. Her ability to make stops at all angles of attack sets her apart from the rest. She can also go up high to make clears as well as take on players in 1v1’s in the box.
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