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Ethan

Orchard M

Class

2026

Height

6'0"

HS

Ralston Valley

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CO

Ethan Orchard

Real Colorado’s coaching staff does a terrific job in identifying players who can dictate the game from a...

Written by JR Eskilson

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JR Eskilson | Prep Soccer Scout

JR Eskilson

Prep Soccer Lead Scout

Real Colorado’s coaching staff does a terrific job in identifying players who can dictate the game from a central midfield role. It is a trademark of the U17 through U15 teams. Orchard and Miguel Benitez Miguel Benitez M CO both have that quality on the Real Colorado U15 team. Orchard was a discovery early in the MLS Next season. His first half performance against Real Salt Lake was impressive. He seemed to come away from every challenge with the ball cleanly. He is not a flashy player, but he takes care of possession of the ball and does well in connecting passes between the lines for his side. Benitez has been excellent at well for many of the same reasons. Benitez is a bit more creative on the attacking side and tends to show for the ball more. He is good in tight spaces and an important cog for Real Colorado in the transition aspect of the game.

Written 3 years ago

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