Bryce English | 2028 Defender
Austin, Texas | Outside Back
Player Profile
Modern outside backs must do three things:
• Defend in space
• Win transition moments
• Join the attack
Bryce shows early signs of being a modern two-way outside back, which is exactly what college coaches recruit now.
His movement pattern and body language suggest a player comfortable in the game environment — something you can't teach.
CORE BREAKDOWN
C — CHARACTER
Score: High
Indicators:
• Composed body language
• Team-first defensive role
• Plays a demanding position
• Multi-sport athlete mentality
Outside backs are system players, so coaches value reliability and discipline.
Coach Projection
Bryce profiles as a culture add player — coaches trust these players early.
O — OPPORTUNITY
Score: Rising
2028 class = huge runway.
If development continues:
• Early varsity minutes possible
• Texas club exposure important
• Regional showcases will matter
Opportunity growth will come from:
• Speed gains
• Strength development
• Film quality
R — RESPONSE
Score: Strong
Defenders must:
• React to attacking movement
• Recover quickly
• Reset after mistakes
Bryce appears comfortable in defensive phases and transition moments.
This is a key recruiting trait.
E — EFFORT
Score: Elite Potential
Outside backs run more than almost any position.
Early evaluation suggests:
• Good work rate
• Good movement pattern
• Comfortable playing wide
With conditioning development he could become a true two-way fullback.
POSITIONAL EVALUATION
Modern Outside Back Traits
Strong indicators already visible:
✔ Plays wide naturally
✔ Comfortable moving forward
✔ Good defensive awareness
✔ Athletic frame for growth
College systems want outside backs who can:
• Overlap
• Recover defensively
• Deliver crosses
Bryce has the frame to develop into this role.
DEVELOPMENT AREAS
These will determine his recruiting ceiling.
1️⃣ Top-End Speed
Elite outside backs run a lot of high speed yards.
Goal:
• Improve first 10 yards acceleration
• Improve recovery sprint speed
2️⃣ Lower Body Strength
Needed for:
• Shoulder battles
• Defensive duels
• Crossing power
3️⃣ Hip Flexibility
Outside backs constantly open hips while running.
Focus:
• Hip mobility
• Groin strength
• Hamstrings
4️⃣ Final Ball Quality
Recruiting differentiator:
• Crossing accuracy
• Early service
• Cutback passes
LOP ANALYSIS (LEVEL OF PLAY)
Current LOP Projection
Based on early indicators:
D3 with D2 Upside
That’s a very strong starting point for a 2028.
LOP NOW:
D3 recruit profile.
Future LOP Ceiling
If development hits key triggers:
Speed + Strength + High Level Club Exposure
Projection:
High D3 → D2 starter potential
Potential Growth Path
2025-2026
➡ D3 board visibility
2026-2027
➡ D2 interest possible
2027-2028
➡ Best fit level determined
DEVELOPMENT TRIGGERS (THIS IS BIG)
If Bryce hits these benchmarks:
Speed
40 yard: 4.6-4.7 range
Strength
Squat: 1.7x body weight
Endurance
Yo-Yo test Level 19+
Crossing Accuracy
7/10 service completion
Then his profile moves into:
⭐ Strong D2 Recruit
What the Yo-Yo Test Measures
The Yo-Yo Intermittent Recovery Test (Level 1) measures:
⚡ Repeated sprint ability
❤️ Aerobic endurance
🔁 Recovery between runs
It simulates the stop-and-go nature of soccer.
Players sprint, stop, recover briefly, then sprint again — just like in a match.
How the Test Works
Players run between two markers 20 meters apart.
The run is controlled by audio beeps that gradually get faster.
The sequence
1️⃣ Sprint 20 meters
2️⃣ Turn and sprint 20 meters back
3️⃣ Walk/jog 10 seconds recovery
4️⃣ Repeat
Each stage gets faster and faster.
If a player misses the beep twice, the test ends.
Your final score is the level reached.
What “Level 19” Means
When we say:
Yo-Yo Test Level 19+
It means the athlete lasted until Stage 19 or higher, which requires elite endurance.
Typical ranges:
LevelPlayer Level10–12Average youth13–15Competitive high school16–18Strong varsity19–20College level21+Professional
So when I said Bryce should aim for:
⭐ Level 19+
That is college-level endurance.
Why This Matters for Outside Backs
Outside backs often run 6–8 miles per game.
But the key isn't distance — it's repeated sprints.
Example in a match:
• Overlap run
• Recovery sprint
• Defensive transition
• Counter attack run
This happens 50+ times per game.
The Yo-Yo test measures if a player can keep doing that late in the game.
College coaches want outside backs who don’t fade after minute 60.
What a Good Score Looks Like for Bryce (2028)
At his age:
Good target now
Level 15–16
Sophomore year target
Level 17–18
Junior year target
Level 19+
That progression builds elite soccer endurance.
Simple Training to Improve Yo-Yo Scores
Best workouts:
Repeated Sprint Work
8 x 40 yard sprints
Rest 20 seconds
Shuttle Runs
20m out
20m back
Rest 10 seconds
Repeat 10 times.
Game Pattern Runs
Sprint
Jog
Sprint
Jog
This mimics real soccer movement.
Real Example
MLS Next outside backs typically score:
19–21
Professional players:
21–22
Coach A Insight
The Yo-Yo test is one of the few measurable stats coaches trust.
If Bryce becomes the defender who:
• still overlaps in minute 80
• still recovers defensively
• still wins 1v1s
…his recruiting stock rises fast.
Endurance is a huge separator for defenders.
6 WEEK CORE DEVELOPMENT BLUEPRINT
Weekly Structure
4 Training Days
2 Recovery / Mobility Days
1 Full Rest Day
WEEKLY SPEED WORK
Day 1 – Acceleration
5x10 yard sprints
5x20 yard sprints
3x flying 30s
Day 2 – Agility
Cone cuts
Lateral sprints
Mirror drills
Day 3 – Game Speed
Overlap sprint drills
Recovery sprint drills
Defensive chase drills
STRENGTH TRAINING
2-3 days per week
Focus:
Lower Body
• Squats
• Bulgarian split squats
• Nordic hamstrings
• Deadlifts
Upper Body
• Pullups
• Pushups
• Rows
Core
• Planks
• Anti-rotation work
• Stability holds
Goal:
Build explosive power without losing mobility.
FLEXIBILITY PLAN
Daily 12-minute routine
Focus areas:
• Hip flexors
• Hamstrings
• Groin
• Calves
Add:
• Band mobility
• Foam rolling
Soccer players must prioritize injury prevention.
NUTRITION STRATEGY
Young athletes often underfuel.
Daily focus:
Protein
Chicken, eggs, fish
Carbs
Rice, potatoes, fruit
Hydration
80-100 oz water daily
Pre-game meal
Carbs + protein
Rice + chicken ideal
Recovery
Chocolate milk or protein shake.
RECRUITING EXPOSURE PLAN
Now through freshman year:
Focus on development and visibility.
Key actions:
1️⃣ Build a 2-3 minute highlight video
2️⃣ Post clips weekly
3️⃣ Tag schools
4️⃣ Attend regional ID camps
5️⃣ Track recruiting interest
INSTAGRAM STRATEGY
Bryce already has a good start.
Best posts:
• Defensive stops
• Recovery runs
• Overlap attacks
• Crosses into box
Tag:
#SoccerRecruit
#ClassOf2028
#TexasSoccer
#CollegeSoccer
And always include
@CoachDPrep
TARGET SCHOOL LIST
Within 4-6 hours of Austin
D1
Texas State
UTSA
UIW
Houston Christian
Abilene Christian
Strong D2
St. Mary's (TX)
St. Edward's
Midwestern State
Texas A&M International
St. Mary's
Elite D3
Trinity University
Southwestern University
Texas Lutheran
Austin College
Schreiner University
BEST FIT PROGRAM TYPES
Bryce fits best in systems that use:
Attacking outside backs
Examples:
• 4-3-3
• 4-2-3-1
• 3-5-2 wingback systems
NEXT LEVEL VISIBILITY PLAN
Next 12 months goal:
✔ Varsity minutes
✔ Club showcase exposure
✔ Speed development
✔ Consistent highlight content
CORE REFLECTION
Bryce's job now is simple:
Become the most relentless outside back on the field.
Every sprint.
Every recovery run.
Every overlap.
Those things show up on film — and college coaches love it.
COACH A RECRUITING MESSAGE
“Invisible to Visible isn't about hype.
It's about stacking habits every day until coaches can't ignore you.”
Bryce has the foundation.
Now we build the engine.