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Leah Williamson, who led England to Euro 2022 glory and helped guide Arsenal to Champions League success as vice-captain, has been a natural leader.
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Charlotte Harpur, New York Times, 5 July 2025
Known for her energetic presence and bright personality, Parker has been a natural leader on and off the field, consistently encouraging her teammates and lifting others with her support and positivity.
—Gabrielle Chenault, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
She was described as being a natural leader who brought her sense of humor and perspective to every situation.
—Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 June 2025
She was described as a natural leader and was selected for displaying her ability to balance academics, community service and a part-time job.
—Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 June 2025
Milroe has a long way to go as a passer, but he’s viewed as a natural leader who’s dedicated to his craft.
—Zac Jackson, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2025
Still, Starks is a natural leader with a relentless motor who isn't afraid to make contact.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Apr. 2025
The absence of Tarkowski in the closing stages, meanwhile, left the whole back line looking shakier.
O’Brien, Branthwaite and Vitalii Mykolenko are capable defenders in their own right — Mykolenko excelled against City — but none is a natural leader.
—Patrick Boyland, New York Times, 21 Apr. 2025
Catherine is a natural leader in our theatre program.
—Heide Janssen, Orange County Register, 16 Mar. 2025
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Charlotte Harpur, New York Times, 5 July 2025
Known for her energetic presence and bright personality, Parker has been a natural leader on and off the field, consistently encouraging her teammates and lifting others with her support and positivity.
—Gabrielle Chenault, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
She was described as being a natural leader who brought her sense of humor and perspective to every situation.
—Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 June 2025
She was described as a natural leader and was selected for displaying her ability to balance academics, community service and a part-time job.
—Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 June 2025
Milroe has a long way to go as a passer, but he’s viewed as a natural leader who’s dedicated to his craft.
—Zac Jackson, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2025
Still, Starks is a natural leader with a relentless motor who isn't afraid to make contact.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Apr. 2025
The absence of Tarkowski in the closing stages, meanwhile, left the whole back line looking shakier.
O’Brien, Branthwaite and Vitalii Mykolenko are capable defenders in their own right — Mykolenko excelled against City — but none is a natural leader.
—Patrick Boyland, New York Times, 21 Apr. 2025
Catherine is a natural leader in our theatre program.
—Heide Janssen, Orange County Register, 16 Mar. 2025
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“Born/natural leader.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/born%2Fnatural%20leader. Accessed 3 Oct. 2025.
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