Long viewed as one of the premier SSDMs in the Class of 2026, Wable left everything on the field in the final game of his prep career. He made a consistent impact throughout, winning matchups and displaying the relentless tenacity that has become a hallmark of his game. Wable came up with several impressive ground balls in traffic and forced turnovers against some of the Pelicans’ top offensive threats. Late in the first quarter, he delivered a standout individual effort near midfield that ultimately led to a goal. After scooping up a tough groundball and briefly slipping, Wable regained his footing, split two defenders, and powered his way to the cage for a momentum-shifting goal for the Wild Boars.

His compete level is off the charts, and he plays at full speed at all times. However, he’ll need to continue channeling that intensity, as his competitiveness can occasionally lead to frustration penalties, as it did Wednesday after the game began to slip away from Choate. The transition from high school to the ACC is never easy at the SSDM position, but Wable has the talent to make that leap, and the Tar Heels will be looking to retool their SSDM unit in 2027.

Short-stick defensive midfielders don’t always get the spotlight, but Wable made it impossible to overlook him at Project 9. Constantly tested in both 4v4 and 6v6 settings, he proved to be one of the toughest matchups on the field. On-ball, he displayed elite athleticism and balance—locking down his man while staying physical and engaged. Even when offenses tried to exploit him in the two-man game, Wable stayed aggressive, using quick feet and smart positioning to force turnovers.

What makes him even more intriguing is his offensive potential. With advanced stick skills, strong shooting mechanics, and a knack for making quick reads in transition, he could easily contribute on the other side of the ball. Wable’s combination of athleticism, toughness, and two-way ability makes him the kind of versatile SSDM that every college program values.