5 Breakout Candidates at the Emerald City Classic

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Emerald City Classic will showcase some of the best players from across Washington State this weekend. After nearly five months of the club season have been completed, new prospects emerge and some prospect already on the radar earn a prominent role on their team. 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