23s are ready to shine in the Magnolia State (Part 2 of 2)

Mississippi High Sch<span style="font-size: 1rem;">ool soccer is approaching the end of its season with the playoffs starting this w</span><span style="font-size: 1rem;">hich means club soccer is right around the corner and this class of 23s will be looking to put their stamp on the recruiting trail this summer.  This is a loaded class of talent from top to bottom.  Athletes such as [player_tooltip player_id="39274" first="Abby" last="Badurak"] (Gulfport HS; University of Southern Miss verbal commit), [player_tooltip player_id="23343" first="Mary" last="Frances Symmes"] (Gulfport HS; ECNL Birmingham, NC State verbal commit), and [player_tooltip player_id="39295" first="Briley" last="Ross"] (Lewisburg HS; Futsal Escola; Bethel University commit) highlight this deep class of 23s.  </span> Listed below are the top players for the Class of 2023 (Part 2 of 2) MF<strong> [player_tooltip player_id="39289" first="Avery" last="Matheson"]</strong>, Our Lady Academy/Gulf Coast United – Multi-sport athlete that can cause issues within the midfield. Matheson has grit and is able to defend and keep position within the buildup. MF/D <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="39290" first="Julia" last="McPherson"]</strong>, Starkville HS – McPherson brings a physical quality to her defensive prowess.  She is skillful enough to effectively share the ball which makes her an asset on the attack. M/F<strong> [player_tooltip player_id="39291" first="KK" last="Morris"]</strong>, Northwest Rankin/International Futbol Club of MS – With over 40 goals in her high school career, Morris has a knack for putting herself in positions to find the back of the net. The ability to score anywhere around the 18 puts Morris as a player to watch. M/F<strong> [player_tooltip player_id="39292" first="Kristen" last="Phillips"]</strong>, West Lauderdale/ECNL Birmingham – Phillips is best described as pacey. She has unbelievable speed on and off the ball. She plays at a high level both in club and high school. Goal scoring can come in bunches when she is getting touches on the ball. HM <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="39293" first="Samantha" last="Robertson"]</strong>, St. Patrick Catholic/Gulf Coast United – Robertson is a versatile player. Accustomed to playing a center back roll, her skillset and vision for the pitch have allowed her to play a more defensive mid position. She can make players around her excel. D<strong> [player_tooltip player_id="39294" first="Megan" last="Rodgers"],</strong> Starkville Academy/ECNL Birmingham – Rodgers is a versatile defender that plays for Alabama FC ECNL GU17. Her experience and vision on the pitch make her a defensive presence. M/F<strong> [player_tooltip player_id="39295" first="Briley" last="Ross"]</strong>, Lewisburg/Futsal Escola – Ross is a Bethel College commit that is crafty when the ball is at her feet.  She is able to attack opposing teams with her speed and control which has led to over 45 goals in her high school career. <strong> </strong>D/M<strong> [player_tooltip player_id="39296" first="Abigail" last="Sanders"]</strong>, West Lauderdale/Alliance FC – Sanders is an athletically gifted defensive midfielder that uses her size and field awareness to stop and start attacks on the pitch. She is a field general and is able to provide support within the attack. CM <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="39297" first="Avery" last="Saulter"]</strong>, Pass Christian/South Mississippi SC – With over 20 goals and 10 assists, Saulter can attack oppositions from any area on the pitch. Her creativity on and off the ball within the midfield and ability to provide pressure within the attack makes her valuable on the pitch M/F <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="39298" first="Alli" last="Shemper"]</strong>, Biloxi/South Mississippi SC – Shemper can put pressure on opposing teams with her field vision and speed on the ball.  She has pinpoint passing accuracy and understands the game. In addition, she is able to score when needed. GK <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="39299" first="Kate" last="Brooke Smith"]</strong>, Clarkdale HS – Smith is an athletic and talented shot stopper. She plays with confidence between the pipes and can keep it close in tough games. M <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="23343" first="Mary" last="Frances Symmes"]</strong>, Gulfport/ECNL Birmingham – NC State verbal commit that is able to wear on opponents by using her speed and quickness. She is going to be one of the fittest athletes on the pitch. Combing that with her high soccer IQ and solid skillset makes her a D1 prospect. D<strong> [player_tooltip player_id="39300" first="Vivian" last="Thomas"]</strong>, Oak Grove/Southern States – Thomas is a gifted athlete that can play out wide on either side of the pitch. Her stamina and defensive awareness allow her to participate in the build-up when attacking opposing teams. F <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="39301" first="Olivia" last="Tribolet"]</strong>, Madison Central/ MS Rush United – Tribolet is five goals away from setting the school record for a 6A powerhouse in Madison Central with 57 career goals. Her creativity inside and around the 18 makes her a scoring threat anytime the ball is on her foot. M/D <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="39302" first="Kennedi" last="Turner"]</strong>, Lewisburg/Futsal Escola – Turner is a versatile athlete who can be seen all over the pitch. Her ability to play anywhere makes her a prospect to watch. She is capable of defending for 90 minutes or putting pressure on opposing teams. &nbsp;