Class of 2027 | Center Back | Outside Back | 4.0 GPA
PLAYER OVERVIEW
Carter Ryan is a 2027 defensive prospect from North Forsyth High School in Cumming, Georgia, and UFA United Futbol Academy. A right-footed center back with experience at both center back and outside back, Ryan brings a combination of defensive awareness, competitiveness and leadership to the back line.
At 6’0″, Ryan has developed into a reliable defensive presence at both the club and high-school levels. He has served as a team captain and earned recognition for his defensive performance, including JV Defensive Player of the Year.
DEFENDER PROFILE
Ryan projects as a versatile defender capable of contributing centrally or in a wider defensive role. His experience as a starting center back and team captain reflects both his tactical understanding and ability to take responsibility within the team. His development has included dedicated individual training focused on technical skills and overall player development. Ryan has also competed in multiple club environments with United Futbol Academy, including the 2025 Gold Champions League team. His right-footed profile and ability to operate at center back or outside back give him positional flexibility as he continues to progress toward the collegiate level.
KEY STRENGTHS
Versatility — Comfortable playing both center back and outside back.
Leadership — Has experience serving as a team captain at both club and high-school levels.
Defensive Mindset — Recognized with the JV Defensive Player of the Year award.
Physical Profile — 6’0″ frame provides a strong foundation for continued development as a collegiate defender.
Competitive Experience — Starting experience with UFA United Futbol Academy and North Forsyth High School.
Development Focus — Has worked consistently with a personal trainer to continue improving technical ability and overall performance.
PROJECTION
Ryan projects as a developing collegiate defensive prospect with the versatility to provide depth at multiple positions across the back line. His combination of size, positional flexibility, leadership experience and continued individual training provides a strong foundation for the next stage of his development.
Continued growth in the technical and tactical aspects of the position – particularly distribution, defensive decision-making and consistency against higher-level competition – can further elevate his college recruiting profile. With continued development, Ryan has the potential to compete for a collegiate roster position as a versatile defensive player capable of contributing at center back or outside back.
EXPERIENCE & ACHIEVEMENTS
North Forsyth High School
- 2025 Varsity Team
- 2024 JV starter
- JV Defensive Player of the Year
- Jersey #12 at varsity level
- Jersey #3 at JV level
UFA United Futbol Academy
- Starting Center Back
- Team Captain
- 2025 Gold Champions League
- 2024 starting center back
- Club experience dating back at least two seasons
ACADEMICS
Ryan reports taking Honors Biology and Honors Chemistry and participating in Healthcare Science activities. His stated academic interests include pursuing a degree in Biology or Engineering
