One of the top defenders in the rankings, O’Brien stands out for her ability to defend space, disrupt attacking sequences and initiate possession from the back. She shows a willingness to step in front of opposing attackers. Resulting in he intercepting passes and close down shooting angles before an opportunity develops. In addition, her physicality in duels and ability to clear danger make her difficult to play through in the defensive third. On the ball, O’Brien’s distribution helps her move possession out of pressure. She connects well with teammates further up the field. Whether operating as a center back or outside back, she brings defensive versatility to Concorde Fire . She combines an aggressive approach to winning the ball with the awareness to recognize when to step forward and break up an attack.

O’Brien is a defender on the Concorde Fire Platinum 2011 ECNL team. She is a key player for the Southeast Conference champions.

O’Brien was one of the top players from the ECNL playoffs last season. She is a smart defender who reads the game well. She is fearless in the tackle. She is also comfortable with the ball at her feet. She’s shown the key traits to suggest she has a bright future as a center back at the top level.

O’Brien impressed with her play during the ECNL event. She can play center back or outside back. She’s an excellent 1v1 defender. She has good pace and covers a ton of distance with her long stride. She is a target on set pieces too. O’Brien was excellent in the win over South Shore.

Kai Bright was also considered for the Best XI from Concorde Fire Platinum.