Blaise Blackwell is an American soccer player who competes as a defender for Nashville SC’s Academy in MLS NEXT. Born in 2011, Blackwell has already gained attention as a standout fullback, playing up with Nashville’s U16 group while continuing to establish himself as one of the more promising defenders in his age group. Primarily a right-back, he is known for his defensive reliability, strong 1v1 instincts, athleticism, and ability to compete with maturity against older players. His performances at the academy level, including recognition around MLS NEXT competition, have helped position him as a young prospect with strong long-term potential in the professional pathway.