Talent was out in force for the TopDrawerSoccer combine in Seattle this summer. Here’s a look at our boys Best XI from the event.

Rhett Cook, Goalkeeper, Pateadores SC, 2017: Cook is an all-around solid goalkeeper who controls the game well. He has good, soft hands and gets good extension on his dives. His distribution out of the back is solid and he reads the game well. Cook is consistent and direct with his communication, which allows his back line to stay cohesive.

Jeremy Mitchell, Defender, Northwest United FC (WA), 2017: Mitchell is an all-around player who can slot in anywhere on the backline. He keeps the ball very close to his body on the dribble, and sees great angles to alleviate pressure. In the full field games, he controlled possession well and helped his team dictate play. Mitchell can improve upon his strength, but has all the technical abilities to make it in the college game.

Noah Comfort, Defender, Washington Premier FC, 2017: Comfort is routinely comfortable on the ball. He has a clean, soft first touch and an eye for the pass. Defensively, he is good in the air and rarely gets beat in 1v1 situations. He's composed under pressure and is able to distribute well out of the back. Comfort has the knowledge and attitude to make it at the next level.

Samual Rogers, Defender, Seattle Sounders, 2017: Rogers constantly surprised us at the combine. He is an imposing figure on the back line but has great dribbling skills and a silky first touch. He is always willing to receive the ball and play out of any tight space. He leads the team and truly dictates play out of the back. Rogers uses his size very well, winning countless 50-50 challenges and aerial battles. Rogers is a definite talent who will make a splash at the next level.

Rahid Rahiem, Midfielder, Vancouver Whitecaps, 2016: Rahiem has a great feel for the game and is always willing to get involved. He demands the ball and dictates play. His movement off the ball is excellent, always making options for himself and teammates. Rahiem is the midfield maestro that every great team needs.

Garrett Miyaoka, Midfielder, Washington Rush, 2017: Miyaoka is an all-around midfielder who will simply get the job done. He is very strong, powerful and physical. He is comfortable on the ball when in space and composed under pressure. Miyaoka constantly made smart and safe decisions when in possession of the ball.

Shuma Katori, Midfielder, Seattle Sounders, 2018: Katori is a technical player who showed a great understanding of the game. His first touch is impeccable and he is very quick in short bursts. Katori excels in tight spaces, always thinking two steps ahead. If he continues to work on the physical aspect of his game, Katori will excel at the next level.

Austin Ball, Forward, Crossfire Premier SC, 2016: Ball is a forward who simply has a nose for goal. He is versitle enough to play in any attacking position. He receives the ball well at his feet and looks to distribute quickly. Ball scored goals in both small sided and full field games. Ball’s work ethic and team-first mentality make him a player that others want to work for.

Nigel El-Sokkary, Forward, Washington Premier FC, 2016: El-Sokkary is a smart player who always seems to make the right choice. He is comfortable on the ball and makes great, penetrating passes. His decision making is offensive based, always looking to put pressure on the defense. He is stronger than he looks and is very quick over 10-15 yards.

Burke Fahling, Forward, Seattle Sounders, 2016: Fahling is the typical #9 that every team needs. He is a good post-up player who can also run at defenders. He has a clean first touch and an eye for a defense-splitting pass. Fahling is very strong and incredibly fast, a lethal combination that will have any defensive line shaking in their boots. Fahling has a bright future in the game.

Juan Aguilar, Forward, Santa Cruz County, 2016: Aguilar is a versatile player who can take up any attacking position. He has major potential. Aguilar is confident on the dribble and accurate with 15-20 yard passes. He makes this list not only due to his confidence on the ball, but also his innate ability to put the ball in the back of the net and make his teammates better.

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