TopDrawerSoccer released the list of the Men’s Division I Top 100 Freshman on Friday. The list reflects the contributions of players in the freshman class to the success of their teams as well as his individual success in the 2016 college season. 

North Carolina midfielder completed the season as the No. 1 player from the freshman class. Lindley was in the top spot during the initial ranking in October, and he completed the sweep with stellar play for the Tar Heels down the stretch. 

Charlotte goalkeeper Elliot Panicco, Portland forward Benji Michel, Marquette midfielder Luka Prpa, and UCLA defender Reggie Cannon round out the top five. 

Check out the full TopDrawerSoccer Freshman Top 100 list. 

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