Present and future: The Olympics will be the world's introduction to Jaedyn Shaw, who may just be the USWNT's next generational player

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Ryan Tolmich

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This summer in Paris, the teenager, who is recognized as one of the most exceptional talents in the sport, will have the opportunity to showcase her abilities and represent the U.S.

It doesn’t take long to realize that Jaedyn Shaw is exceptional.

Within the first few moments of watching her, you know. Her friends knew at a young age when they nicknamed her "Jaemar" as a comparison to a certain Brazilian. Her coaches with both San Diego and the USWNT knew instantly. And now everyone in American soccer knows it, too.

There have been few players like her that we have observed.

However, the rest of the world is about to be introduced to her. At 19 years old, Jaedyn is prepared for her inaugural grand moment on the grand stage. World, please welcome Jaedyn!

She will make her debut at the Summer Olympics, which is her first significant tournament. It has only been a few months since she joined the USWNT, but during this time, she has proven herself undeniably talented. Even established superstars were excluded from the U.S. team to make room for Shaw. This decision was not based on her potential to contribute in the future. On the contrary, it is expected that the teenager will make an immediate impact.

Shaw’s exceptional talent establishes her as the present and future of the USWNT, and the rest of the world is soon to witness her prowess.

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