This has been nothing short of a breakout summer for Ava Hunter, and New Balance All-America was no different. The epitome of a do-it-all workhorse midfielder, the lefty from New Jersey thrives defensively and in transition between the thirties. She makes plays all over the field with her stellar athleticism and showcased the best closeout speed of the entire weekend, making it impossible to keep track of how many times she beat a charging shooter to the spot on free-position attempts or to a ground ball off the draw. Makes shooters earn every inch. She turned strong defensive play into offensive opportunities all weekend long. Loves to rip it from range offensively and does not lack in shot speed or placement. An overall dominant two-way force whose name should be rising on the boards of college coaches.