At NHSLS, one college coach described Hemphill as an “absolute vacuum.” His ability to jump on ground balls, cover midfielders at the top of the box, and play with an aggressive defensive style puts him more in the LSM category. I’m not sure what his listed height is, but he is usually the tallest on the field, and he uses that length well. It helps him land takeaway checks like over-the-head, trail, and wrap checks, while also getting into passing lanes and covering a ton of space off ball. He recently decided to transfer to Good Counsel, adding to the strong core Dane Smith has built there.

Mason Hemphill is a tall, rangy left-handed LSM from The Heights who brings speed, length, and disruption to the Next Level defense. Standing at 6’2”, Hemphill covers a tremendous amount of ground, using his reach, speed, and athleticism to close space quickly and create turnovers. He is effective at pressuring hands on the perimeter and excels at getting into passing lanes. Hemphill continued to assert himself as a reliable presence from the summer going into the fall, playing with confidence and delivering a strong overall impact. He consistently influences the game in transition, confidently pushing the ball upfield after turnovers, and is positioning himself to be one of the top LSM prospects in the class.