Duker is our top ranked defender in the Kansas 2026 class and the game film quickly reveals why. She is a center back or defensive midfielder. I project her as a center back at the next level. She is an exceptional 1v1 defender. She closes ground and uses her body well in the tackle. She eliminates space and dictates where the forward can go. She anticipates well and times her tackles with expertise. She could improve on her retention of the ball after winning possession. She has a tendency to get stuck in the duel for longer, but she does normally come away with possession. Duker is a top candidate at center back from this region.

Duker is one of those players coaches seek out as she seems to get better as the lights get brighter. The Sporting Blue Valley defender was a key piece for her side on the way to the championship. She did well in the high pressure knock out games. She contributed an assist in the semifinal round, and had a number of key defensive plays in the championship game against the talent Orlando City attack. Duker is a decorated prospect with a number of honors to her credit thanks to her consistency at the elite club level. She should be a top target as a versatile player who could fill in at center back or defensive midfield.