Please Note: Star ratings are given to players based on their ability within their graduating class. They are judged against their peers . not players older or younger than them. IF you have recommendations or comments please send them to rankings@topdrawersoccer.com.


Best of the Best
A player who ranks in the highest percentile of his peers and is coveted by coaches and scouts, pro and college alike. Such a player has command of the technical, tactical, mental and physical elements of the game, including the emotional maturity to handle success and be a good team member. These players also possess all the intangibles that make them the best of the best.


Very Strong
Some of the strongest players who are always among the most exceptional footballers on the field. These players may be progressing toward a 5-star designation, and are still attracting a lot of attention for their considerable abilities on the field. 4-star players are still major difference-makers on the pitch.


Strong
Very good players who, while not as talented as their 4 and 5-star teammates, can make a difference in a match and tend to stand out on the field These players may be less developed in one of the 4 key areas (technical, tactical, physical, mental) however they will still be fairly strong in most of them.


Good
Talented players who need further development in key areas of the game. 2-star players are often those who are still defining their game. These players can still fulfill specific needs for a team and help provide the glue that every team needs. A 2-star players needs to be scouted further by TopDrawerSoccer.com.


Fair
These players are often just beginning to make their mark. A 1-star player has unrealized potential still being tapped into that could lead to good things down the line. These players may still have a valuable role, both as a developing player and as an established team member. A 1-star players needs to scouted further by TopDrawerSoccer.com.

Not Rated
These are players that our scouts and editorial staff have not had the opportunity to scout. As these players are monitored and observed, the appropriate rating will be assessed. To aid in our assessment, please continue to update an "NR" player's profile with individual honors or game/highlight video footage. Additionally, please email any references that can aid in our assessment to: rankings@topdrawersoccer.com

Note: A player making this list means he or she is among the exceptionally talented players in this country based on their individual age group. Players are rated against others players in their same graduating class. Ratings are subject to adjustment at any time.