New Names, Disruptive Defenders: PA’s Uncommitted 2028s

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These uncommitted Pennsylvania 2028s are making their mark by bringing speed, active sticks, and relentless effort to the defensive end. College coaches looking to strengthen their defensive units should get familiar with this group.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["88305"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6accf635e56fa"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">McManus brings the speed and footwork to stay attached to dodgers while applying physical pressure. She establishes strong defensive positioning, changes direction quickly, and makes attackers work to create separation. Her performance at American Select showed how much she can contribute, particularly through her 1v1 defense and ability to move the ball upfield. McManus is a valuable option in the clear, using her pace to get into space and push possession forward. That effort carries into the ride and draw circle, where she competes to help her team regain the ball. A vocal communicator with an impressive combination of strength and quickness, McManus gives college coaches plenty to evaluate.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["75217"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6accf635e5757"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Werts makes her speed felt as soon as an attacker receives the ball. She closes space quickly, applies immediate pressure, and has the footwork to stay with changes of direction. Her athleticism also extends to track, where she has set a school record, but her defensive impact comes from how she uses that speed alongside smart positioning and well-timed slides. Competing against strong players, Werts shows the ability to challenge difficult matchups and keep working throughout a possession. She pursues the ball on the ride, gets her stick into passing lanes, and uses her pace to recover defensively. Once her team wins possession, she can help turn the stop into a quick transition opportunity.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["88307"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6accf635e57bb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Stockton is a smaller defender who makes opponents feel her presence. She plays physically, changes direction quickly, and gets into a dodger's path to disrupt progress toward the cage. Her relentless pressure and willingness to compete for ground balls stood out at UA 150. Stockton also brings a strong transition element, using her speed to separate into open space and lengthen her stride once she gets moving. Her stick protection helps her maintain possession while carrying upfield, giving her team a defender who can contribute to the clear. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["88304"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6accf635e57e7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Reinard plays with the kind of persistent effort that keeps her involved even after the initial opportunity passes. She pursues opponents from behind, looks for back checks, and continues working to force turnovers. At 5'9", she uses her height and reach to disrupt passing lanes and intercept the ball. Reinard also makes herself available as an outlet, helping teammates move possession out of pressure. Her versatility allows her to contribute at midfield, compete around the draw circle, and finish scoring opportunities. Whether she is chasing a loose ball or recovering defensively, her hustle remains a defining part of her game. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->