Ella Huntress | Otay Ranch
Ella Huntress
- Class
- 2026
- Position
- D/M
- Height
- 5'6"
- School
- Otay Ranch
- Birthdate
- August 2, 2008
About Ella
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Anthony McPherson | Prep Soccer Scout
The center back was the cornerstone of what can only be described as a defensive masterclass. Huntress’s commanding presence and aerial dominance anchored a backline that was virtually impenetrable throughout the tournament. Her reading of the game was exceptional, consistently stepping up to cut out through balls and intercept passes in dangerous areas before they could develop into threats. The defender showed excellent communication skills, constantly organizing her backline and directing traffic during set pieces and transition moments. Her distribution from the back was composed and progressive, picking out teammates with accurate long balls to switch the point of attack and relieve pressure. Huntress dominated aerial duels throughout the weekend, using her timing and leap to win headers both defensively and on offensive set pieces. Her positioning was textbook – she rarely got caught square to the play and always seemed to be in the right place to make crucial interventions. What set her apart was her ability to step into midfield when possession allowed, showing confidence on the ball and helping to build play from deep positions. Her tackling technique was clean and decisive, timing her challenges perfectly to win the ball without giving away unnecessary fouls. The center back’s composure under pressure was remarkable, never looking flustered when opposing forwards pressed high and always finding a way to play out from the back. Her leadership qualities were evident in how she marshaled the defensive unit, ensuring proper spacing and coordination throughout matches. Huntress’s ability to organize the defensive structure and her dominance in 1v1 situations was instrumental in Rebels SC ‘s path to Virginia, providing the foundation that allowed only 2 goals all weekend.
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