Lopez brings a strong combination of experience and IQ. His journey includes time with LAFC Academy and Orlando City before landing with Irvine Strikers.

At 6 foot 1, he has the physical tools that stand out immediately, but it is how he uses them that separates him. He combines size with awareness and composure, which allows him to impact both sides of play.

This weekend, he showed exactly why he is such an intriguing prospect. In one sequence, he stripped an attacker who was coming at full speed and immediately flipped the field with a great long ball. That kind of defensive to attacking transition is what separates high level players.

The second clip shows his speed and willingness to put his body on the line. He competes in every moment and contributes in ways that do not always show up on the stat sheet, but are critical to winning games.

He has size, speed, and a clear understanding of the game. He projects as a strong Division One prospect with positional versatility and the ability to impact both sides of play.