{"id":162810,"date":"2025-08-29T19:55:48","date_gmt":"2025-08-29T19:55:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lilaxjournal.com\/five-midfielders-to-spotlight-in-the-class-of-2027\/"},"modified":"2026-03-16T00:21:34","modified_gmt":"2026-03-16T00:21:34","slug":"five-midfielders-to-spotlight-in-the-class-of-2027","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lilaxjournal.com\/five-midfielders-to-spotlight-in-the-class-of-2027\/","title":{"rendered":"Five Midfielders to Spotlight in the Class of 2027"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

As September 1st awaits, college coaches are chomping at the bit to get in contact with the high profile class of 2027 recruits. It was an active summer for the Rising Junior class, and a few midfielders in particular may have upped their value in a big way leading up to Labor Day. Let\u2019s dive into the five standouts that separated themselves from the pack:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n

Anthony Asaro \u2013 Garden City HS\/Shore 2 Shore<\/span><\/h2>\nAsaro was a man amongst boys on the tournament trail this summer. The 6\u20192, 200 pound midfielder was a force dodging from the point, running by (and sometimes through) defenders to get his hands free for optimum scoring opportunities. He proved to be a lethal shooter, showing off his ability to shoot on the run effectively with both hands, which made him nearly unguardable on offense.<\/span>\n

Lucas Diamond \u2013 Shoreham Wading River HS\/Legacy<\/span><\/h2>\nThere\u2019s an inner confidence, and swagger from Diamond when he carries the ball. It\u2019s seen by anyone who watches him, and it doesn\u2019t take long to understand why. The midfielder is not only physically gifted, but his IQ is as good as it comes in his age group. His swiftness in his dodges creates great separation, and it isn\u2019t often that he doesn\u2019t capitalize on it. Dodger, feeder, shooter, Diamond can do it all.<\/span>\n

Nick Haugen \u2013 Half Hollow Hills HS\/Shore 2 Shore<\/span><\/h2>\nFresh off a Class A New York State title, Haugen continued his stellar 2025 on the summer circuit with the Shore 2 Shore Grizzlies. The rising junior flashed his offensive potential, winning his matchups on the perimeter and seamlessly turning them into goals or nice feeds. The grit that Haugen possesses is evident in the way he welcomes contact on his dodges. His physical presence alone makes him quite the handful to deal with as a defender.<\/span>\n

Hayden Sipress \u2013 Chaminade HS\/Team 91<\/span><\/h2>\nSipress showcased his elusiveness and quick shot releases all summer long. The Chaminade product is twitchy in his dodges with an instinctiveness to get to the goal. He gives goaltenders headaches with his ability to shoot from different angles and change up his ball placement. Sipress is the definition of a pure scorer.<\/span>\n

Brady Smith \u2013 Manhasset HS\/Shore 2 Shore<\/span><\/h2>\nSmith plays with a chip on his shoulder that gives him an edge over his opposition. The athletic midfielder shines in between the restraining line, gobbling up ground balls and navigating the field in the clearing game. He\u2019s a menace on the defensive side of the ball, irritating opposing dodgers with his savvy stick checks. Smith is all about doing the dirty work, and it\u2019ll make him quite the attraction to college scouts.<\/span>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

As September 1st awaits, college coaches are chomping at the bit to get in contact with the high profile class of 2027 recruits. It was an active summer for the Rising Junior class, and a few midfielders in particular may have upped their value in a big way leading up to Labor Day. Let\u2019s dive into the five standouts that … <\/p>\n

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