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TopDrawerSoccer.com asked high school and club coaches and club directors to email us Class of 2020 high school seniors or college transfers actively looking for homes for the fall. With the 2020 high school/club season on hold, we thought it was an excellent time to spotlight those who want to find a college match. Below are the players of which we have received information.

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James Anderson, NJ, 5-11/150, CM/W, PDA U19/[Rumson-Fair Haven nj-m] (N.J.) -- Interested in academically selective Division I-III research-focused schools with strong marine science/earth and environmental science programs. He has narrowed list, received offers but is open to conversation. Dynamic player capable of making chances. Good ability on the ball, uses 1v1 and passing to create scoring opportunities. Technical and athletic player. Also played in UK for York City FC youth academy. Highlight Video. Player Profile. Contact PDA boys academy director Sam Nellins, [email protected]. 

Jaden Atwal, CANADA, 5-10/145, CM/AM/HM, Masters Futbol Academy -- Seeking an NCAA Division I program, but is open to Division II, Division III and NAIA. Ideally looking at programs in Michigan, New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio and Indiana, but will keep an open mind for the right school. Looking for a good business school and program. 4.0 GPA, 1330 SAT. He has received offers but remains uncommitted at this point. He is a strong, aggressive, and technical forward-playing central midfielder and a natural leader on and off the field. He made his semi-professional debut in Ontario League One, and played for his club's U21 team. He also has been involved with the Ontario Provincial program as part of the Talent On Location Day (TOLD) program. He has led his club team in assists the past four seasons. Highlight Video. Contact Junior Groves, [email protected], 416-452-8271.

Braulio Ayala, TX, 5-7, F/LW/RW, AMD, Conroe (Texas) -- Open to all opportunities from Division I to JuCo. He has fantastic, quick footwork. He is aware of his surroundings and he doesn't feel pressure. He loves to take on players 1v1 and is confident in his abilities. He is ambitious and is eager to step to the next level. Highlight Video. Contact: Coach Michael Pistor, 972-765-1439.

Ian Benites, AZ via Spain, F/AM/LW, Barca Residency Academy -- Highlight Video. Contact [email protected] +34 665608256 or Coach Chris Harmon at 484-888-2255.

Ben Bolte, CA, 5-10, F/W/M/OB, LA Surf ENCL 01/02/Loyola[ (Calif.) -- Seeking an NCAA Division I or Division III opportunity. No preference on school size or region. Currently choosing between one school in Iowa and another in Massachusetts, yet remains open to options. Very quick and versatile player. He is aggressive, but smart with the ball, and a very high work rate. Solid technical skills and footwork, and also good at possessing and moving the ball. Highlight Video-1. Highlight Video-2. Highlight Video-3. Contact: Chris Walter (Loyola High School Head Coach), [email protected], 310-493-9476; Rod Lafaurie (LA Surf Coach), [email protected], 818-389-8092‬, ‭818-864-6951‬ or 626-685-9503‬.

Taylor Buena, GA, CM/LW/RW/F, Barca Residency Academy -- Highlight Video. Contact [email protected] 208-227-3191 or Coach Chris Harmon 484-888-2255 or [email protected]. 

Shawn Chacko, NY, 5-11/165, RB/CB/M, CD Almunecar City in Spain/Met Oval/Pateadores -- Originally committed to Cal Poly, the 19-year-old back/mid opted for a yar in Spain to play for CD Almunecar City to gain European experience. He is on the transfer portal. He played his entire youth career in the Development Academy system with Met Oval and pateadores. Dallas Cup Highlights. NYCFC Academy Highlights. Spain Fall 2019 Highlights. Contact Shawn Chacko, [email protected].

Daniel Chavarria, AZ via Costa Rica, RB/RW, Barca Residency Academy -- Highlight Video. Contact [email protected] 214-296-4948 or Coach Chris Harmon 484-888-2255 or [email protected]. 

Ricardo Chazaro, CA, M/AM/LM, Riverside City FC -- Strengths: Left footed, set pieces, technically polished-extremely good on the dribble and in tight spaces, final pass, delivery in final third, good IQ, shots from distance. GPA: 2.88. Academic GPA: 2.66. SAT: 800. EFC: 0. Highlight Video. Contact Ricardo Chazaro, [email protected].

Nicholas Cogua, FL, 5-9/145, RW/LW/AM, Weston FC DA/[American Heritage-Plantation fl-m] (Fla.) -- Open to any type of school, looking for Division I schools preferably, but open to high level Division II and academically strong Division III. 4.4 GPA - 1240 SAT. Aggressive, tactically aware, and loves to attack from his position. Technically capable with both feet. Back-to-back Florida Class 3A state champion (2017-2018 and 2018-2019) with American Heritage. Scouted to the Alianza U/YSF program, which is a selective program for scholar-athletes presented by the national scouting agency Alianza De Futbol. Inaugural Inter Miami CF DA ID training session Invitee. DA Player Profile. Highlight Video.

References: Weston FC DA Academy Director and head coach Luis Mendoza, 973-568-9898; Alianza De Futbol recruiting director Beto Vega 619-862-0193; Inter Miami CF coach Victor Pastora, 305-282-3806.

Travis Connell, CA, 6-2, LM/LB, Pateadores/[Redondo Union ca-m] (Calif.) -- Seeking an NCAA Division II program. His strengths are his height and also his vision of the game. Contatc: Coach Hugo Sanchez, 562-230-1466.

Nathan Cueva, CA, 5-5, W/RB, South Bay Falcons/LA Hamilton (Calif.) -- Seeking to play Division II, Division III, NAIA or JuCo and is open minded. Recorded four goals and three assists during league play. Nominated and attended LA City Section All-Star Game. He is an attacking fullback who can provide forward depth with his crossing and finishing capabilities. He helped captain his team in efforts of winning CIF LA City Section Division 3 title. Contact Christian Castro, 310-621-8983, [email protected]. 

Garrett Daulong, TX, 6-0/170, CB/OB/HM, Gardner-Webb University, Solar U18/19 ECNL Sawyer, [Rockwall-Heath tx-m] (Texas) -- Can use both feet. Played Division I soccer at Gardner-Webb University during the 2019 season. Currently decommitted and returned home to train with his club team. He's looking for another Division I or very competitive Division II opportunity, preferably close to mountains or beach. Strong decision making on and off the ball, leader on the back line, plays with pace and continue to learn and improve. Proven that he can handle the academic load and soccer training of the Division I program by holding a 3.6 GPA at Gardner-Webb. Recent showcases, Vegas Mayors Cup - Winner of the U19 top bracket only conceded three goals in six games. FC Dallas Showcase - two game friendlies and won both.

References: Grant Sawyer, 214-803-6487, [email protected] or Michael Hitchcock, 214-335-3865, [email protected]. 

Alexander d'Angelo, KY, 5-5/138, CM, Lexington FC 01/Lafayette (Ky.) -- Open minded and looking for academically strong schools at any level within Divisions I, II, III and NAIA. 4.8 gpa/28 ACT. Box to box central midfielder with high end technical ability capable of distributing/creating and dictating tempo of the game or having 1v1 success. Strong, very competitive and aggressive defensively with the mentality of never taking a play off.  Unselfish style of play. Multiple-time captain at every competitive level. Trained with Feyenoord and Liverpool Academies. Highlight Video. Contact Info: Player 859-213-7673. Club Coach Adam Witt, 859-620-1322. High School Coach Chris Grimm, 502-439-2723.

Diego Diaz, CA, RB/LB/CB/HM, Riverside City FC -- Strengths: versatile as he can play comfortably across the backline and in the center of the field, technically clean, great passing range, excellent tackler, loves a physical challenge, good IQ, defends well in 1v1 situations, can finish well in the box in the air and on the ground, has good attacking abilities going foward. GPA: 4.4. Academic GPA: 4.2. SAT:1180. EFC:0199960. Highlight Video. Contact: Diego Diaz, [email protected].

Mason Diller, CA, OM/WB, RSF Attack B01 Academy/[Del Notre ca-m] (Calif.) -- Seeking a position on Division I or II program anywhere in the nation. Two-top goal scorer for SD Surf NPS 2002 team. Two-time CIF San Diego Section division champion at Del Norte. Two-time MVP. All-Academic Team. All-League second team. Four-time team captain. Highlight Video. Contact: Club Coach Joel Kosakoff, RSF Attack B01 Academy, 510-848-1242, [email protected]; or Mason Diller, [email protected]. 

Reymundo Domingo-Aguirre, CA, HM/CM/AM, Riverside City FC -- Strengths: savvy on the dribble - can change directions quickly and effectively, good passing range, for his size he is also a good 1v1 defender and tackles well, technically gifted, good pace on the ball, good IQ, Development Academy experience, plays with a chip on his shoulder. GPA: 3.4. Academic GPA: 3.3. SAT: 840. EFC: 0. Highlight Video. Contact: Reymundo Domingo-Aguirre, [email protected]. 

Mika Folstad, MN, 5-11/155, F/CM/HM, Joy of the People -- Excellent student who is interested in Denver as one of his top two choices. Looking for a Midwest program, good school, good Division I program. Open at this point. As a player, Mika is a super smooth No. 10, No. 8 or No. 6. He is very comfortable under defensive pressure with extreme tight control. He is coming out of the famed Joy of the People program. Highlight Video. Contact Director Ted Kroeten at [email protected]. 

Carson Fossett, CA, 6-2/175, M, Sporting San Diego – 2001 Huertero/[San Diego ca-m] (Calif.) -- Seeking NAIA, Division III, Division II – open to any school in California. Carson has the ability to win the ball in the air, and also through tackles is stellar. He also is very tidy with his feet and on the ball for a big guy. Carson is a midfielder who can destroy and distribute. Highlight Video. Contact Joaquin Huertero, [email protected], 619-884-3876.

Jeremiah Frias, CA, 5-5/135, M, Sporting San Diego – 2001 Huertero/[Helix ca-m] (Calif.) -- Seeking NAIA, Division III, Division II – open to any state and region. Jeremiah is composed, skilled, intelligent and reliable as a No. 6. He can control the tempo of the game and has a unique ability to get out of tight scenarios. He has a great knack for finding windows and seams off the ball and is always in a good position to receive the ball. His turnover rate is very low. Highlight Video. Contact Joaquin Huertero, [email protected], 619-884-3876.

Nathan Frisic, OK, 5-7, 150, W/M, Oklahoma Energy FC -- Looking at NCAA Division II, Division III, NAIA and JuCo options. Lightning fast. Strikes a great ball. Very coachable and does well in the classroom. Would be an asset to any team as either a winger or outside mid depending on formation. Contact: Tony Orsi, [email protected].

Jose Garcia, CA, RB/RM/LM/F, CA, Riverside City FC -- Strengths: versatile as he can play on all three lines comfortably, technical, great final pass, good passing range, can play with his back towards the goal, can play in open space, good pace, good IQ, defends well in 1v1 situations, good aerial game, physically fit, great attitude and personality. GPA: 3.3. Academic GPA: 3.18. SAT: 840. EFC: 0. Highlight Video. Contact Jose Garcia, [email protected].

Roberto Garcia, CO, 5-6, M/F, [Arrupe Jesuit co-m] (Colo.) -- Roberto is open-minded to the type of school and program. He has interest from Division II and NAIA schools but remains open to a new program. He was first-team all-state his senior year and second-team all-state his junior year at the 3A level in Colorado. He has been a varsity starter for four years and tallied 49 goals and 25 assists in 63 games. He is technically gifted and has tactical intelligence. 

Highlight Video. Stat Page. NCSA Profile. Contact Coach Mark Ladd at [email protected].

Nicolas Giannola, NY, 5-9, F/M/RB, Albertson Fury, [St. Anthony's ny-m] (N.Y.) -- College Interest: Fordham, Hofstra, Adelphi, Fairfield (already accepted to Hofstra and Adelphi). Been in touch with Fordham, waiting to see about acceptance. A leader on the field, always gives teammates positive communication. Makes sure that every time he steps off the field he put in 100 percent at all times. Strengths are speed, taking on defenders while getting to goal, and winning the ball back as soon as team loses it. Video Highlights.

Contacts: Flavio Ferri, [email protected] ... 516-697-0095; Don Corrao, [email protected] ... 516-527-3448.

Greyson Gines, CO, 6-0, WB/OM/F/W, CO Rush 02 DA Composite/[Green Mountain co-m] (Colo.) -- Seeking an opportunity at the NCAA Division, I, II, III, NAIA or JuCo level. As a senior he lead his team in goals, top three in assists and was a captain. Played at the academy level for two years. Won two state championships with his club team and was a major contributor playing multiple positions. Great touch, highly skilled, speedy, good field awareness. Highlight video. Contact: [email protected], 720-326-2714; Coach Pedro Rabadan, [email protected], 303-915-6144. 

Dominic Giusto, CA, 6-1/160, F/W/AM/RB/LB, Mustang SC - Barcelona 01 Elite/[De La Salle ca-m] (Calif.) -- Seeking an NCAA Division I opportunity, preferably on the West Coast. Has interest from UC Davis and various UC/Cal State colleges. Giusto has played at the elite club level for 10+ years. Tournament experience includes Surf Cup (San Diego), NHB (Huntington Beach), Mayors Cup (Las Vegas), and NPL 1 league play. Has played three years at the varsity level for De La Salle High School in the East Bay Athletic League. which is one of top high school soccer leagues in the California/United States (2020 All-League 1st Team). His strengths include dynamic speed, exceptional endurance (former cross country competitor), high soccer IQ, creativity. Highlight Video. Contact: Mustang Club Coach Chip Brown, [email protected]; Mustang Executive Director Fred Wilson, [email protected]; Dominic Giusto, [email protected], 925-856-2021.

Tomas Griego, CA, 5-11, CB/DM, FC Golden State BU 01/02 ECNL/Loyola (Calif.) -- Seeking a California or West Coast school. No specific size, open to NCAA Division I, II and III opportunities. A captain of both high school and club team. Voted ALL-CIF Southern Section first team and Mission League's Most Valuable Defensive Player. Good in the air and smart distribution. Highlight Video. Contact Club Coach Brian Wright, 626-831-8049, [email protected]. 

Gaetan Hamid, AZ via France, RB/RW, Barca Residency Academy -- Highlight Video-1. Highlight Video-2. Contact [email protected] +33 6 46 60 76 84 or Coach Chris Harmon 484-888-2255 or [email protected].  

Isaac Hernandez, CA, RM/LM/F, Riverside City FC -- Strengths: Physically fit and has an engine (also a top runner on the HS track team for 800 and distance), great runner in behind, extremely physical in challenges and duals for an attacker, pacey, good IQ, finisher inside the box, great attitude and personality. GPA: 2.84. Academic GPA: 2.64. SAT: 810. EFC: 03964. Highlight Video. Contact: Isaas Hernandez, [email protected]. 

Patrick Hinkeldey, MD, 5-8/138, OM/OB/CB, OBGC Rangers Blue 2002/[Magruder md-m] (Md.) -- Seeking a Division I, II or III opportunity in the Southeast or Mid-Atlantic region. Medium or large school. Currently open minded, willing to communicate with any coach that would like to talk. He is very quick and explosive with and without the ball, allowing him to attack and defend with success. His stronger side is his left foot, but he is able to use his right foot to keep the defenders guessing and it allows him to pass and shoot with both feet. He plays multiple positions in the midfield and defense, which makes him a versatile player and can stay on the field longer. 

Highlight Video. Club Coach Alex Burke, [email protected] and High School Coach David Edlow, [email protected].

PJ Kloska, NY, 5-10, CM, East Islip PSG/[Sayville ny-m] (N.Y.) -- Looking to attend a Division II or Division III program in the Northeast or Mid-Atlantic regions. He has visited a few schools open to other options. A physical, smart simple technical player who reads the field extremely well. A grinder with a high work rate. A leader who is a captain on every team on which he has played, in addition to others sports, as well. Suffolk County Finalist. Two-time all-conference and all-league. Newsday Top Players on Long Island Suffolk County Exceptional Sr. Club team is ranked No. 8 in New York-East. 1280 SAT. Highlight Video. Contact: Rich 631-877-2227, [email protected].

Owen Lucey, FL, 5-9/145, M, Tampa Bay Rowdies ECNL/[Newsome fl-m] (Fla.) -- Seeking Division I and II opportunities. Open-minded but prefer the East region. 2020 Florida High School all-state, USSDA and ECNL background, led 2018-19 club team to Florida state championship. Highlight Video. Contact Kelvin Jones, Rowdies ECNL Director, 813-927-6344, [email protected].

Emmanuel Luevano, CO, 6-0, RB/CB/RW, [Arrupe Jesuit co-m] (Colo.) -- Emmanuel has no particulars when it comes to schools. Hehas narrowed his list of schools down to Division II-JuCo options. He is a hard worker and was selected by his teammates as captain. He was an integral part of the team's offense as well as the defense. His overlaps and passing kept the opposition's defense on their toes.

 Highlight Video. NCSA Profile. Contact Coach Mark Ladd at [email protected].

Paris Manthoulis, CA, CM/F, DeAnza Force DA/[Branson School ca-m] (Calif.) -- The 6-foot-3 attacking player is seeking a Division I or Division III opportunity. He is versatile and two-footed. He is a technical and can play a number of different positions. He moves well for his size, and uses his size to his advantage. Highlight Video. Contact Paris Manthoulis, [email protected]. 

Misael Martinez, TX, W/OB, Gardner-Webb University/Houston Dynamo/Conroe (Texas) -- Currently at Gardner-Webb, but does have a release form. Seeking an NCAA Division I or II program. Open-minded to htose level programs. In high school he was a four-year varsity player with 13 career goals and nine assists as an outside back. In the 2018 high school season, he helped his team get to the regional state final for the first time since 1997. He played DA in 2017 with Houston Dynamo Youth as a wing back. He is a very committed student already achieving multiple goals, being the first person in my family to graduate from high school and attend college. Highlight Video.

Contact: Coach Pistor, [email protected] or Misael Martinez, [email protected]. 

Daveen Mazaheri-Campos, TX, 5-8, AM/OM/CM, San Antonio Titans/[Central Catholic tx-m] (Texas) -- Daveen has narrowed his list but remains open-minded to new opportunities. He is a creative, clever player with quick feet. He was the second-leader on Central Catholic in both goals and assists. He shows tremendous hustle defensively to press and to track runs. NCSA Profile. Highlight Video. Coach Contact: Edward Cartee, Trinity University Men's Soccer Assistant Coach, [email protected], 210-999-8856. 

Roy Mendoza, UT, 5-8, DM/CM/AM/F -- Aztexas and La Roca/Green Canyon (Utah) -- Seeking an NCAA Division I opportunity. He is a very dynamic player on and off the ball. His understanding for the game is very high. He plays for the team and enjoys playing a possessive game with a purpose of moving the opposition and creating openings to break the defensive lines. Player Profile. Highlight Video. Contact: La Roca DOC Adolfo Ovalle, 801-529-6747, [email protected]; La Roca Coach Tory Waters, 801-309-4186, [email protected]; Coach Heidi Wheelwright, 801-589-8444, [email protected] or [email protected].

Kevin Meraz-Rodriguez, WA, 5-6/145, M, Columbia Basin College (NWAC)/Academy of Soccer Excellence/[Pasco wa-m] (Wash.) -- Meraz-Rodriguez is pursuing a transfer to an NCAA Division I, Division II or NAIA opportunity, preferably on the West Coast. He has some opportunities already, but is keeping an open mind. The center mid led Columbia Basin College to the NWAC semifinals in 2019 after a 10-1-1 regular season. Had two goals and five assists as a center mid. NWAC All-Region Team in 2018 for Walla Walla Community College. Previously led Pasco to a Washington high school state title in 2018 when he was a Washingtonall-state selection and a four-time all-conference champion. The youngest in a strong soccer family. Highlight Video. Contacts: Matt Potter, Pasco, 509-302-0521; Martin Ramirez, Columbia Basin, 509-851-3622; Emilio Meraz, [email protected], 509-528-8145.

Brian McDaid, PA, 5-11/163, CDM/CB, Penn Fusion/[Shipley School pa-m] (Pa.) -- Brian played for FC Continental (Now FC Delco) Development Academy from 2015 until 2019 and switched over to Penn Fusion ECNL in 2019. He is a strong tackler and passer as a CDM for Penn Fusion and he plays CB for The Shipley School. Brian is a very technical CB/CDM. The best part of his game is his range of passing as well as his defensive abilities. Brian can beat players in the air who are taller than him because he reads the flight of the ball so well and he is fearless. Brian has played a CB in both a back 4 and a back 3. Brian has captained his Shipley team since sophomore year. Brian was a three-time All-Friends League and three-time All-Main Line first team recipient, and Shipley's MVP in both 2018 and 2019 seasons. Highlight Video. Contact: Brian McDaid, 267-595-2095, [email protected].  

Ftsum Michael, VA, 6-0, 170, M, WVU/Louisburg College -- Michael is a left-footed unsigned midfielder who started his career at WVU, transfered to Louisburg College and is now looking to return to a four-year program. He was receiving interest but that slowed when the pandemic hit. At Louisburg, he helped the NJCAA Division I power to a No. 5 national ranking by the coches and a No. 6 RPI ranking behind a one-loss regular season. Michael is on the Dean’s List and is part of the Honors College, National Society of Leadership and Service, and the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society. He attended St. John Paul the Great Catholic High School (Va.) and played for BRYC 00 Elite and the ECNL 99s. He scored 11 goals and had 10 assists in his senior season. He competed in the National League for two years with BRYC and was part of a club team that won nationals in 2017. He has three years of eligibilty remaining. The transfer from WVU to Louisburg was driven by a desire to switch majors and improve grades while still playing at a high level. BRYC NL, State Cup Highlights. Louisburg Highlights. WVU vs. Virginia Tech Highlights. Louisburg vs. USC Sumter Highlights. Contact Louisburg Coach Ted Awana, [email protected], 757-285-4832; Ftsum Michael, 571-244-7899.

Danny Nunez, CA, 5-9/130, M/W, Sporting San Diego – 2001 Huertero/[Helix ca-m] (Calif.) -- Seeking NAIA, Division III, Division II – open to any state and region. Danny has been an exceptional player with Sporting San Diego. He is a versatile player who can be used an outside back and thrives as a midfielder. He played as a winger this year in high school season and he was named CIF Player of the Year. His vision and ability to shape passes is quality and overall technical ability is very clean. Club coaches see a lot of potential in Danny and they feel like a college program that can help him get to the next level will not be disappointed. Highlight Video. Contact Joaquin Huertero, [email protected], 619-884-3876.

Miguel Pena, TX, 5-7, OB/OM, [Central Catholic tx-m] (Texas) -- Ideal school would be a JuCo. Miguel's speed, quickness, and vertical jump are tremendous, and he plays with outstanding hustle and tenacity. He is a very tough 1v1 defender, and he attacks relentlessly in the flank. Coach Contact Info:  Edward Cartee, Trinity University Men's Soccer Assistant Coach, [email protected], 210-999-8856.

Malakai Perez Jr., FL, M/F, United Futbol Academy (Ga.) in 2018/[Hamilton County fl-m] (Fla.) -- Schools of interest are Liberty, UNC Wilmington, South Carolina. 2020 FACA All-Star State Selection, 2020 Nominated 2A Player of the Year, 2020 All-Suwannee Valley Team Selection. Smart with the ball, great eye on first touch. Great leadership, coachable, learns and adapts quickly. Helped lead his team to a conference final and regional final in 2020. Top 15 in his class of 2020, 4.0 GPA/Majoring in Software Engineering. SAT 1250/ACT 24 Scores. Highlight Video. Contact Horacio Perez, [email protected].

Kyle Plumb, AZ, 5-8, CM, Arizona Arsenal ECNL/[Highland az-m] (Ariz.) -- Seeking a program that plays a high level of soccer and offers a good finance or accounting degree. Anywhere in the United States is fine, but the Southwest is first choice. He prefers Division I or Division II opportunities. Has local options but keeping an open mind. Led Class 6A in assists during the winter high school season. He made all-region first team his junior and senior years. Led his club team in assist last year as the team finished in second place, one point short of the ECNL national playoffs. He was captain of his high school team sophomore through senior years. He finished with five goals and 16 assists in 17 games this past season. Highlight Video. Contact: Club Director David Belfort, 480-295-6707; Club Coach Drew Guarneri, 480-330-7381, High School Coach Tim Barmettler, 480-236-6960; Kyle Plumb, [email protected], 480-599-2924.

Sam Povolotsky, GA, CM/CAM/CDM, Kalonji Soccer Academy Pro-Profile 2001 -- Division 1 Program. He has a few Division I options. Sam Povolotsky is a technical center midfielder who is a member of the USYS National Champions U18 Kalonji Soccer Academy 2001 Pro Profile. He leads in the midfield and is also an adept goal scorer from the top of the box. Ambidextrous, Povolotsky can play the ball with either foot and is masterful at dictating the tempo of the game. Highlight Video. Contact for Coach: [email protected] or [email protected].

Arnold Ramirez, CA, 5-9, M/F, California Rush/[Westminster ca-m] (Calif.) -- Seeking NCAA Division I, II or NAIA opportunities. No prefence on school size or location. All-around player with good vision and technical ability. Very hard working and a team player. Captain of the Westminster boys varsity team. Highlight Video-1. Highlight Video-2. Contact: Coach Andres Perez (Westminster High School), 714-473-8281; Coach Daniel Walpole (California Rush), 657-250-0408, [email protected]. 

Joey Ray, TX, F/M, Barca Residency Academy -- Highlight Video. Contact [email protected] 936-697-5465 or Coach Chris Harmon 484-888-2255 or [email protected]. 

David Sanchez, CA, 5-10, M, Culver City FC/LA Hamilton (Calif.) -- Seeking to play NCAA Division I, Division II or NAIA and is open minded to location and school. Scored four goals and had nine assists during his senior season. He was nominated for the LA City Section All-Star Game. First-team all-league selection. He is a creative attacking midfield who has capabilities of connecting on long shots. Contact Christian Castro, 310-621-8983, [email protected]. 

Jacob Sattler, CA, 6-2, DM, Total Futbol Academy SGV B2002/[Pasadena ca-m] (Calif.) -- Prefers an NCAA Division II program but is interested in Division I and III, as well. Open to all options. He is very consistent at winning balls in the air/50-50 balls. Has a high IQ for the game and has good distribution as a CDM. He is very constructive/talkative on the field and controls the game around him. Player Profile. Highlight Video. Contact: Club Coach Miguel Garcia, 626-319-8480; High School Coach Cherif Zein, 626-823-0973. 

Coaches Contact: [email protected], [email protected], [email protected], [email protected]. 

Kenneth Toldeo, 5-7, W/AM, Vestavia Hills SC/Fort Payne (Ala.) -- Seeking a college program in the Southeast. He usually plays as a winger but is very comfortable playing as an attacking mid. His strengths are ability to read the game, creativity, passing and scoring. Player Profile. Contact: Coach Luke Whittle, 205-368-3873 or [email protected].

Jesse Torres, CA, RM/LM/F, Riverside City FC -- Strengths: versatile as he can play all front 3 positions well, great shot from distance, good finisher in the box, great with the head inside of the box, physical and strong with his back towards the goal, good runner in behind, good passing range, good 1v1 defender, great attitude and personality. GPA: 2.95. Academic GPA: 2.81. SAT: 800. EFC: 0. Highlight Video. Contact Jesse Torres, [email protected].

Sam Twigg, CA, LB/LW, Barca Residency Academy -- Highlight Video. Contact [email protected]  310-343-5432 or Coach Chris Harmon 484-888-2255 or [email protected]. 

Emanuel Vicente, GA, 5-7, M, Westover (Ga.) -- Open to all Disivion I, II, III and JuCo programs. Looking at instate programs, but would consider out-of-state schools. On the field, he's always aware and looks at the game as it is moving slow but in reality it’s moving fast. He can defend and attack. He has pace and endurance, and tries to score when needed but usually is setting up his teammates. He likes a passing game more. Contact: Coach Carlos Borda, 919-988-4065, [email protected].

Jesus Virgen, AZ, CB/DCM/RB, Barca Residency Academy -- Highlight Video. Contact [email protected] 520-442-5039 or Coach Chris Harmon 484-888-2255 or [email protected]. 

Deven Wightman, MD, M, [Lackey md-m] (Md.) -- A center mid who is well along in the process and getting offers, but was reaching out to maybe get a Division II or I opportunity, even as a walk-on. Currently exploring options in the U.K., and that's probably where he will go. He has a walk-on offer from Tiffin, and that's the highest NCAA offer at this point, as well as several NAIA opportunities. NCSA account.

Von Wilks, IL, 5-11/150, LW/CAM, FC United Chicago/British International School of Chicago (Ill.) -- Seeking a mid- to large-sized school, public or private, NCAA Division I or Division III program. Von is a left footed player, equally comfortable with his right. Participated in Elite Pro Club Experience Programme with Bolton Wanderers, Bolton, England (2018) (1 of 2 US players selected). Invited to compete in the 2018 Foyle Cup in Ireland, team placing 3/28 against top international competition. Von plays for FC United Pre-Academy, ranked No. 5 in state playing LW, CAM, FW. His strengths are:  dynamic player, great at 1v1 attacking, explosive power and speed, technically very good on the ball, great athleticism, always impacting the game. As Captain, Von led his H.S. team to four consecutive conference championships. A leader on and off the field, Von has a great personality and is very coachable. Highlight Video. Contact: Director Greg Hennelly, [email protected] or Coach Mike Skupien, [email protected], 847-386-6579. 

Ulises Zavala, CA, 5-11, CM/LB, CV Surf 02 NPL/[Golden Valley ca-m] (Calif.) -- School Seeking: Public or Private. Program seeking: D1-NAIA. A couple schools are interested but he remains open minded. Strengths: vision, passing, left foot, through balls. Highlight Video. Contact Coaches Vince Meyer 209-607-4849 or Lance Eber 209-631-4941.

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