- Ability to anticipate the movements of the attacker - Passing ability with both feet and play to both sides - Defensively Solid in 1v1 and 1v2 situations - Ability to turn and change direction - Can recover quickly - Speed over short distances - Compete physically with aggressive opponent - Confident enough to want the ball at all times - Team first mentality- "We before Me" - Competitive- Wants to win every battle! - Can adapt to the demands of the game