Maryvale Prep's Emerging Underclass Talent

Maryvale Prep has built one of the strongest reputations in girls lacrosse, and for good reason. Competing for the Lions as an underclassman is no small accomplishment. The roster is filled with some of the top players in Maryland, a state widely recognized as one of the biggest hotbeds for girls lacrosse in the country. Earning meaningful varsity minutes in this program means you've already proven yourself against elite competition. These athletes have done exactly that, and each continues to establish herself as one of the premier young players in the nation.    The No. 3 recruit in the class continues to show why she is considered one of the nation's elite players. She attacks defenders at full speed without sacrificing control, as she rips powerful and accurate shots that few goalies can stop. Her off-ball movement is exceptional, constantly finding open space and slipping between defenders before they even realize she's gone.   She is the definition of a complete two-way midfielder. Her stick protection is outstanding, carrying the ball high and away from defenders while knowing exactly when to tuck it and absorb contact. Double teams rarely slow her down because she stays composed and makes smart decisions with the ball. Every possession seems to run through her, whether she's creating offense herself or setting up teammates. She has all the qualities college coaches look for in a game-changing midfielder.     [player_tooltip player_id='75705' first='Carly' last='Aldridge'] brings relentless energy every time she steps onto the field. She competes on every draw, hustles after every loose ball, and consistently creates extra possessions for her team. Her draw control is one of her biggest strengths, whether she's winning it to herself or placing it perfectly for a teammate.   Offensively, Aldridge is incredibly versatile. She uses outstanding stick fakes and elite shot placement to keep goalies guessing. Around the crease, she understands exactly how little time she has once she catches the ball, quickly using a fake before finishing around the goalie. She is equally dangerous dodging from "X," attacking from up top, or creating opportunities for teammates with accurate feeds and excellent vision. Comfortable with both hands and never afraid of contact, she's a complete offensive threat who can impact the game in countless ways.     For a freshman to make this kind of impact at Maryvale Prep says everything about [player_tooltip player_id='75706' first='Reese' last='Hatton']'s talent. She quickly established herself as one of the top young players in the country thanks to her relentless defense and dominant draw ability.   Her back checks are relentless, she anticipates passes extremely well, and she consistently creates turnovers. On the draw, Hatton repeatedly wins the ball cleanly to herself with outstanding technique and placement before immediately pushing transition. Her ability to perform consistent self draws against elite competition is remarkable. She protects her stick well, attacks downhill with confidence, and moves through traffic effortlessly. The future is incredibly bright for Hatton, who already looks like one of the premier players in the Class of 2029.     Clara McCormick impacts the game in nearly every phase. She battles relentlessly on the draw circle, fights for loose balls, and consistently gives her team extra possessions through hustle and determination.   Her offensive game is built around quickness, elite stick protection, and outstanding body control through traffic. McCormick catches and finishes in tight spaces as well as anyone in this class, often redirecting passes into the back of the net before defenders can react. Even with multiple defenders collapsing around her, she finds creative ways to finish or make the extra pass. Defensively, she plays with strong positioning and disciplined footwork while remaining active throughout the game. Her endless motor, versatility, and ability to contribute in every area make her one of the most valuable young midfielders on Maryvale's roster.     [player_tooltip player_id='47661' first='Emma' last='Buttner'] is one of the most complete midfielders in this talented group. The lefty impacts every area of the field with a high lacrosse IQ, outstanding communication, and the ability to make winning plays on both offense and defense.   She reads the game exceptionally well, communicates through switches, and consistently makes smart defensive decisions with an active stick. Offensively, Buttner has excellent vision, makes unselfish decisions, and delivers accurate feeds to teammates. She dodges confidently with either hand, uses a smooth spin move to create separation, and can beat defenders before finishing with a powerful outside shot. Whether she's controlling the draw circle, creating offense, or making defensive stops, Buttner continues to prove she's one of Maryvale's most reliable all-around midfielders.     [player_tooltip player_id='75704' first='Finley' last='Jones'] has developed into one of the toughest defenders to beat in 1v1 situations. Her combination of long strides, excellent footwork, and physicality allows her to consistently shut down opposing attackers.   She is aggressive with her checks, creates turnovers at a high rate, and quickly scoops up ground balls to start transition. Jones excels at reading the field, jumping passing lanes, and using her length to disrupt offenses before plays can develop. She's confident carrying the ball out of the defensive end and plays an important role in transition.

Maryvale Prep has built one of the strongest reputations in girls lacrosse, and for good reason. Competing for the Lions as an underclassman is no small accomplishment. The roster is filled with some of the top players in Maryland, a state widely recognized as one of the biggest hotbeds for girls lacrosse in the country. Earning meaningful varsity minutes in this program means you've already proven yourself against elite competition. These athletes have done exactly that, and each continues to establish herself as one of the premier young players in the nation.