Bradford, ranked in the Top 100 nationally in the Class of 2028 by Prep Girls Lacrosse, consistently rises to the level of her competition and has established herself as a shutdown defender. Her combination of closing speed, controlled footwork, and strong body positioning prevents attackers from creating separation. She applies pressure with purpose, recognizes when to slide, and directs opponents into areas where her defense has the advantage. Bradford becomes equally valuable once her team regains possession, accelerating into transition and using her vision to advance the ball or help settle the offense. She showed out all summer; her motor was impossible to overlook. She pursued every loose ball, competed throughout every possession, and repeatedly made impactful plays against high-level competition.

Anna Bradford Anna Bradford 5'8" | Defense | Right Hand Episcopal Academy | 2028 #78 Nation PA is the definition of a lockdown defender. No matter how competitive the event or who she’s matched up against, she consistently proves she belongs with the best. Bradford’s defensive footwork, body positioning, and closing speed make it incredibly difficult for attackers to gain separation. She plays fundamentally sound defense with an aggressive edge, knowing exactly when to slide, apply pressure, and force opponents into uncomfortable situations. Once possession changes, she becomes just as dangerous, flying through transition with excellent vision to push the ball upfield and settle her team into offense. Throughout the Committed Games, Bradford’s relentless motor stood out. She chased every ground ball, competed on every possession, and never took a play off, making her one of the most impactful 2028 defenders at the showcase.