Players to Watch: ECNL Girls Florida National Event (Spring 2025)

An up-and-coming attacking player for Tampa Bay United, Kartes has a knack for making the right run at just the right time, often linking up with her teammates on perfectly-timed passes to break lines and score goals. Kartes is no stranger to playing against top competition, even getting on the field at the MLS NEXT level with TBU’s boys program.

Caceres thrives in the defensive midfield for Florida Kraze Krush 09 and for the Paraguay U17 Women’s National Team. She’s a balanced player, leading the team in interceptions and tackles while also serving an important role in the possession game with her high-level passing accuracy.

A team captain for Florida Premier 09, Baird is an All-ECNL Southeast Conference goalkeeper with a strong all-around skillset. Baird is always quick on her feet and covers the entire goal, utilizing her long arms and high level of athleticism to make big saves. She also excels in the distribution game, often setting up her team for success. (HIGHLIGHTS)

A versatile player who has been steadily gaining steam over the past couple seasons, Zelnick is a consistent contributor for both FC Prime ECNL 08 and for her Miami area high school squad, University School. Zelnick is a dynamic offensive player who can finish in creative ways, always seeming to come up with big goals when it matters most. She’s always an outstanding passer who can rack up assists with ease.

Kensington is a dynamic and versatile athlete for the Real Colorado 09 National Team. Known for her speed, agility, and precision passing, she thrives in multiple positions, excelling as an outside back, midfielder, and winger. Her adaptability and team-first mentality make her an invaluable asset on the field. She has earned notable accolades that include most recently being a 2024 ECNL Conference Cup participant, and a member of the 2024 ECNL Texas All-Conference First Team.

A James Madison University verbal commit, Raskin is well-established as one of Florida’s best Class of 2026 midfielders. Raskin excels for FC Prime 08 as both an attacking-minded center midfielder and as a tough defensive midfielder. Last season, she was selected to participate in the prestigious ECNL Conference Cup, and she earned All-ECNL Southeast Conference honors.

An Uncommitted Class of 2026 forward for Florida West 06/07, McKeon is coming off an impressive performance at the January 2025 ECNL Florida National Event. At the last Florida showcase, McKeon played on the flank where she was extremely active, making some great passes in the attacking third and applying some effective high pressure on the defensive side.

Verbally committed to Eastern Kentucky University, Hannah has been a big contributor to the Tampa Bay United 08 offense. She recently scored four goals in the ECNL Florida Winter Showcase, and has also dominated the Florida high school scene. She leads classes 2A-7A in goals and is third in the state. Hannah ended her junior high school season leading her team to the state semifinals, where she scored her 57th goal of the season.

The future University of Louisville defender is a three-time ECNL Ohio Valley All-Conference selection. Bard serves as team captain for the Internationals SC 06/07 squad, anchoring the back line from her center back position. She’s a weapon on the offensive side as well, often starting runs out of the back and creating effective counterattacks.