She is an elite player who has the ability to finish from varying ranges in the attacking third. Her clinical likes include delivering power shots from range and driving into the penalty area and slipping past a GK, as well as finding soft spots in the defense while running into space. Tatum has a high soccer IQ, and she has excellent tactical awareness and positions herself in open pockets to give her team high-percentage scoring opportunities. One of her goals at the spring ECNL Phoenix was close to perfection. The USYNT U16 player is already on many scouts’ radar. It will be great to see which power 4 conference is lucky enough to land her.

Shooting form is one of the most important qualities for a forward, and Gardner’s technique stands out. Beyond that, whether she strikes from close range or from distance, her mechanics stay consistent and easy to appreciate. The spin she generates gives her a natural edge in front of goal. Her clean contact helps her find the back of the net with regularity. As she joins the U.S. U‑16 Girls’ National Team roster for the international camp in Spain, she’ll be eager to score a few goals.

The Arizona Arsenal product has an incredibly high ceiling. A rare athletic profile speed, power and presence of mind. She scored a goal in the National Selection game to a thunderous roar from the crowd being a local player. She was her sides biggest threat all game.

Tatum Gardner is a high-level player who made participated in the id2 Selection tour in 2025. She also contributed to the Casteel Colts by scoring 19 goals and adding 7 assists last year. Tatum is known for her speed, physical presence, tactical awareness, and the ability to finish at various ranges. She also has the technical skills to make quick one-two passes and find open lanes when in the attacking third. Tatum is ranked #6 in Arizona and #3 in position (forward). I believe she will be gunning for her high school team’s scoring title and possibly in league as well.