Klein was one of the top center backs in the ECNL Houston event a few months. Playing at the heart of the backline of the Pittsburg Riverhounds 06, she’s a very solid defensive player, who’s really difficult to beat. Klein is strong in the air, has excellent mobility and is solid in 1v1 duels, timing her tackles extremely well. She’s also very confident and efficient in possession, connecting excellent passes from the back. Even better than her ability to accurately send the ball to her teammates is her reading of the game as Klein knows exactly when to attempt a long pass forward and when to play more conservatively, with shorter passes.

Klein played a big role in the center of her team’s Pittsburgh Riverhounds 06’s backline in their Sunday match against Atlanta United Fire 06. Klein’s presence was a big reason why her team secured their only clean sheet in the event as she was strong in the air and very solid when challenged by opposing attackers. The center back also had a big role in helping the team build out of the back and was very patient to keep the ball and wait for the best opportunity to hit the right pass. She showed some efficiency with long-distance shots as well.

The Riverhounds got their clean sheet thanks to the efforts of several players and among them was Klein. The center back was extremely solid and won most of the duels she was involved with, be it in the air or in the turf. Klein was also important for the team with her ability to hit good passes from the back. The defender was patient to wait for the right moment to attempt a long ball and also made some forward runs herself, displaying an interesting ability to finish plays.