Tatum Douglas '27 Recruiting Profile

Hi, I’m Tatum — a ’27 goalkeeper who’s been chasing adrenaline and big moments since I was little. 

I was the 5 yr. old kid who rode the wildest roller coasters with my eyes wide open, arms in the air, screaming “Awesome!” the whole ride. That same fearless energy is what I bring to the pitch — diving into saves, leading from the back, putting my body on the line. I live for the game and never back down.

Known for my technical skill, aggressive play, fast-twitch reactions, and shot-stopping ability. I was selected 3x to the Missouri ODP State Team and Region ID/Pool. As a freshman varsity starter, I helped Whitfield earn 3rd in the Missouri State Championship. I’ve climbed from NPL to DPL to Girls Academy, and this fall I’m stepping into ECNL with Missouri Rush 08/07. Every level has pushed me to grow — I’m coachable, hungry, and always leveling up.

This year was a breakthrough. Across 10 high-stakes games in the Girls Academy Champions Cup Qualifiers & Finals as well as the Spring Showcase, I allowed just two goals, posted a 95% save rate, and hit a personal-best 0.304 GAA. I made clutch PK saves to help win games at both Champions Cup and the Youth World Cup — moments that fueled my love for the game even more.

My leadership shines under pressure.  Internationally, I helped FCNE earn bronze at the 2025 Gothia Youth World Cup (3rd of 72 teams), posting the longest clean sheet streak in the U16 bracket through the quarterfinals, with a 96% save percentage, topping my personal best with a 0.209 GAA. In 2023, I captained the DPL International All-Star Team to wins over Reading FC, Aston Villa, and Chelsea, earning two clean sheets. On the Dutch Soccer Tour, I played seven matches against top academies, finishing 4-1-2 with 94 saves.  As a dual US & German citizen, I’m excited to compete and connect across cultures.

I’ve had setbacks too. For example, during my freshman varsity season, I broke my arm and couldn’t play in goal. Not missing a single practice or game, I trained hard, improved my field skills, and earned a starting spot as a field player in the State playoffs. That experience made me tougher, more versatile, and more determined. When I miss my gloves, I come back stronger.

Off the field, I maintain a 3.9 GPA at a college prep high school and was selected for a year-long Advanced STEM Research program. My project explores how architectural design can improve the environment, and there’s potential for real-world implementation. This year, I’ll be taking AP Chemistry and Accelerated Physics to support my goal of studying Environmental Science or Architecture in college. I want to design systems that help heal the planet — and leave the world better than I found it.

I want to go to an academic and athletically competitive program.  I like working with well-prepared coaches and teammates who want to get a lot out of each practice.  I am looking for an experience in college that will help me grow as a person and a leader, working with coaches who take the time to get to know me and who will challenge me.

I’m all in — for the game, the grind, and the journey ahead.