Pennsylvania Prospects Who Impressed at LNFC

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Last past weekend the annual Liberty National Elite Fall Classic was held in suburban Philadelphia.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Below is a review of prospects from Pennsylvania who impressed with their outstanding play during this marquee fall event.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["168129"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-690d07ccabd6c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">At the Liberty National Fall Classic, James was a disruptive defensive presence all over the field for Star &amp; Stripes. James proved he could stay glued to ball carriers for extended periods and turn them multiple times. His active and crafty stick kept pressure on ball carrier's hands all day. With his quick feet and habit of getting into offensive players early in their dodge, James frequently halted or rerouted charges to the net. Johnson displayed a patient style of defense too. He often wore down his man until he made a mistake. Additionally, Johnson was also a plus player in the clearing game. He delivered precise passes up field and legged out a few clears as well.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["168124"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":168152,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-690d07ccabe36"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Johnson is a wiry and athletic midfielder with unlimited upside. Last weekend his ability to find another gear in a flash and then change direction on a dime led to several impressive transition runs at the cage. Those same assets enabled Johnson blow past defenders in 6v6 action too. Johnson's ability to absorb stick checks and body contact while on the move was noteworthy. At the LNFC, Johnson showed he could shoot or distribute on the run. His willingness to make the next pass was impressive too. Johnson's speed, agility, and physicality enabled him to drop back and play SSDM for stretches.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["168123"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":168159,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-690d07ccabee3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Norman first caught our eye during summer 2025 after he helped Futures win the 2029 division at the NLF National Championship. After his standout performances at the Liberty National Fall Classic, it's time for college coaches to take notice too. Last weekend, Norman proved to be an athletic, fast, and highly versatile prospect. He worked at LSM as well as close defense and even took a couple shifts as a two-way short stick. As a pole, the trifecta of Norman's speed, quick cut ability and non-stop motor kept him glued to ball carriers for long stretches. Once the offensive player presented an opening, Norman would deliver a stick check, poke, or lift that produced a turnover. Norman also excelled as a team defender who executed timely slides as well as double teams. He was an excellent communicator on defense too.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["168126"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":168147,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-690d07ccabf8b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Technically Parker is a prospect from Wilmington, Delaware but I am going to include him in this article because Wilmington is basically a suburb of Philly. Last weekend, Parker worked as a two-way midfielder and was a plus player at both ends of the field. The first item that jumped out about Parker was his blazing speed. On several occasions he picked up a GB in the defensive end, turned on the jets and simply dusted the opposing players as he raced down field. In 6v6 action, that same speed combined with Parker's serious shake enabled him to get downhill and then elude sliding defenders for scoring opportunities on the run. Defensively, Parker's extraordinary lateral movement and active stick made him a fantastic on-ball defender. College coaches will love the high IQ and poise Parker exhibited at the Liberty National Fall Classic.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["168122"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":168154,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-690d07ccac02d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Weber is also a standout football prospect (LB; RB) and that gridiron background is extremely evident in the physical and gritty way he played on the lacrosse field last weekend. At the Liberty National Fall Classic, Weber used his fast hands and powerful lower body to overwhelm opponents on draws. When things got chaotic at the face off dot, those same assets combined with Weber's active stick enabled him to hunt down the loose ball and secure possession. Plus, Weber executed fantastic pick-pops which allowed him to sprint into the offensive zone for transition opportunities. On those charges downfield, Weber displayed an incredible ability to run through contact. We expect Weber will have a tremendous impact for Emmaus during the 2026 season. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->