NB All-America: Standouts From Team Philly 2028

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This past weekend at the New Balance All-America event, Team Philadelphia 2028 assembled a remarkable 4-0 record in pool play, earned the No. 1 overall seed in the Command Division playoffs, and advanced to the All-America semifinals.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Unfortunately, that's where Team Philly's weekend ended as they suffered a heart breaking 6-5 loss at the hands of Team Upstate (No. 2 seed).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Below is a review of prospects who impressed with their stellar play during Team Philly 2028's run (5-1 overall) at the New Balance All-America tournament.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":142269,"_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Zach Hudson ","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2028","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'10u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"165","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"field_65b288425ecf6","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"146","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Salesianum","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"Freedom Red ","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6889690f37218"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">This versatile pole showed he possess the athleticism, speed, and skills to play at both LSM and close defense. Hudson used his speed as well as his well-timed poke checks and lifts to harass ball carriers out on the perimeter. In close he snuffed out scoring opportunities with powerful stick checks and by taking the body. When the ball was on the deck, Hudson swooped in and secured possession. His ability to locate an open teammate and deliver a precise clearing pass generated a handful of fast breaks. Plus, Hudson exhibited a high IQ and impressive anticipation skills as he executed timely slides and double teams. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":142271,"_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"[player_tooltip player_id='129555' first='Sam' last='Kelleher']","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2028","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'11u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"180","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"field_65b288425ecf6","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"148","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Malvern Prep ","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"2Way ","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6889690f372bf"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">At the NB All-America games, Kelleher proved to be a two-way LSM with tremendous upside. This lefty thrived in transition where he pushed the rock for scores and assists. For a 2028 LSM, Kelleher displayed ridiculously polished stick skills. Kelleher was frequently the player who created those fast break opportunities by pouncing on a ground ball or snagging an ill-advised pass and then racing down field. On defense Kelleher terrorized opposing offensive players with his quick lateral movements, active stick, and physical style of play. Honestly, Kelleher's ability to cause turnovers was next level. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":142273,"_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Galvan Mattice ","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2028","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'5u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"180","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"field_65b288425ecf6","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"143","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Malvern Prep","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"Freedom Red","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6889690f3734b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Mattice's trifecta of height, speed and an aggressive mindset caused serious matchup issues for opponents at the All-America games. Obviously at 6'5" Mattice was able to shoot over defenders with ease. But that length also permitted Mattice to see over entire defensive groups and thus generated a host of creative passes that other prospects may not have envisioned. Plus, his enormous wingspan enabled Mattice to shoot and distribute around the defender right in front of him. Thanks to his long strides, Mattice glided down the field until he found time and space and then unleashed a missile. Mattice also displayed a high IQ and fantastic off-ball movement as he made timely cuts that found gaps in the opposing defense. &nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"[player_tooltip player_id='142306' first='Gabe' last='Ryan'] ","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2028","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'9u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"165","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"field_65b288425ecf6","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"143","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Springfield ","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"Dukes Elite","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6889690f373dc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ryan's well-rounded skill set was on full display as he was a major contributor for Team Philly 28s at the All-America event. Offensively, Ryan used his quick burst and deep bag of moves to create scoring opportunities for himself and teammates. Ryan's ability to get downhill going to his right or left kept initial defenders off-balance. Once he was into the teeth of the defense, Ryan displayed solid instincts and quick decision making on whether to shoot or pass. When he fired on net, Ryan uncorked several rockets. Ryan showcased his two-way skills on a host of possessions by sprinting back and playing respectable on-ball defense. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":142277,"_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"[player_tooltip player_id='142298' first='Tyler' last='Stukis'] ","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2028","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'8u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"160","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"field_65b288425ecf6","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"142","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Salesianum ","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"Freedom Red","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6889690f37463"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Stukis is a highly skilled and versatile attack with excellent footwork. He generated scoring opportunities for himself and teammates from the wing and from X. When he was out on the wing, Stukis was especially effective at using an inside hitch move and then exploding past his defender for clean looks on the run. From behind the cage, Stukis proved he could turn a pole in circles before coming around the corner and then firing the ball into net. His use of quick shot fakes in-close kept goalies guessing all weekend. Stukis also showed he could operate around or cut to the crease and then score through significant contact. College coaches will appreciate the solid frame Stukis owns. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><u>Other Notable Performers from Team Philly 2028</u></strong><strong>:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Teddy Curry – 5'7” / 2028 / Radnor / Mesa Elite / Goalie</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Mason Smith - – 5'10” / 2028 / LaSalle CHS / Dukes Elite / Midfield</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Connor Song – 6'1” / 2028 / Episcopal Academy / Brotherly Love Hercules / LSM</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->