Summer Showcase Notes: 2028 Defenders

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Standout Class of 2028 defenders this summer:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":75180,"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a5cdbb628e22"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hay is a gritty, aggressive defender who maintains consistent pressure without sacrificing positioning. She is strong on 1v1 defense, stays positioned to her matchup, and directs attackers away from the CSE. Reagan handles pressure well and does not get caught out of position, even when challenged throughout an extended possession. She is also a dependable transition defender who can carry the ball upfield with speed, recognize open teammates, and listen. Her communication, physicality, and ability to create turnovers make her the type of complete defender every roster needs.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":75181,"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a5cdbb628e44"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jones is a fast, aggressive defender whose speed and determination make her a major factor in transition and re-defend situations. She keeps her stick up in passing lanes, creating interceptions and knockdowns, and quickly gets open to help teammates during clears. Jones keeps consistent pressure, directs attackers away from the CSE, and maintains strong defensive positioning. Even when trailing a play, her speed and footwork allow her to recover and make an impact. She is not afraid to contribute on the attacking end and frequently helps move her team into scoring position through her pace, grit, and ability to push transition.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["74996"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a9983c1be1a3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Lyla has a strong defensive IQ and reads the offense well. She stays low and composed, uses good footwork to force attackers away from the CSE, and keeps her stick in passing lanes. She is relentless on defense, aggressive on ground balls, boxes out well, and moves the ball effectively in transition.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["74999"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a9983c1be209"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Alexa reads offenses and passing lanes well, forcing interceptions and disrupting passes. She has strong positioning, communicates well on matchups, and uses good timing when stepping up to make contact. She is also quick in transition and effective at defending fast-break situations.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["75000"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a9985c317c75"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Eloise is a fast transition defender and a confident coast-to-coast player. She is a key part of the clear, finds open teammates, and helps organize the defense. She shows great IQ on double teams, slides, and help defense, and crashes quickly on eight-meter opportunities with her stick in the passing lane.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->