Newsday's top 100 boys soccer players for 2025

Newsday's annual look at the top high school boys soccer players on Long Island, listed in alphabetical order, heading into the season. All statistics listed are from last season, unless otherwise noted.

Justin Abbasi, Manhasset, F, Sr.

Abbasi had an impact as a junior, posting five goals and three assists. New coach Gabe Ramos lauded the second-year starter’s ability to play at striker or as an attacking midfielder and added, “His combination of strength, quickness and skill makes him an all-around threat and difficult matchup for any opponent.”

Miles Abdeldaim, Kellenberg, M, Sr.

A captain and returning Top 100 player, Abdeldaim played a pivotal role in the middle of the field for a 14-win team a year ago. The center midfielder is a third-year starter.

Ager Agirregomezkorta, Bay Shore, F, Sr.

Agirregomezkorta transferred from Florida and contributed seven goals and four assists as a starter. “Ager can dribble and shoot well with both feet,” assistant coach Jonathan Hernandez said, “and he provides intimidating speed down the wing.”

Matthew Alexandre, Baldwin, D/M, Sr.

Alexandre provided the most important goal of Baldwin’s season in 2024, scoring against Mepham inside the final 10 seconds to send the Bruins to the playoffs. The second-year captain will work as the team’s center defensive midfielder.

Samuel Ammirati, Floral Park, D/M, Sr.

Coach Ahkeel Rodney lauded Ammirati’s “ability to both score and create goals,” as evidenced by his three goals and eight assists. The third-year starter and second-year captain consistently stands out whether he’s playing outside back or moving around the formation, providing the elite passing that helped him record game-winning assists in the Nassau Class A semifinal and state championship match.

Diego Argueta, Brentwood, F, Sr.

Defenders don’t see Argueta’s speed and technical ability until they’re trying to catch up with him. That’s how he scored 15 goals and had six assists. Coach Ron Eden called the two-time Top 100 selection “deadly around the goal with both feet.”

Dillon Baugh, Long Island Lutheran, F, Sr.

Baugh led the Crusaders in goals with 13 and assists with 10 as a junior. The fifth-year starter is a leader who brings energy, stamina and smarts to the field.

Mark Berner, St. Anthony’s, D, Sr.

Coach Don Corrao said he expects his team to be “solid defensively.” Berner will play a significant role in making that a reality as a returning starter for a team facing a loaded non-league schedule.

Nikola Bernic, Manhasset, D, Sr.

Bernic, a second-year starter, is a poised, physical presence at center back, and, according to coach Gabe Ramos, “is one of the most complete defenders you will find at the high school level. … What sets Nikola apart is his rare blend of speed, high soccer IQ, technical ability and strength.”

Thomas Buchan, East Islip, D/M, Sr.

Coach Greg Johnson, entering his first year as head coach after 23 years in the program, called Buchan the “best defensive-minded player East Islip has had in years.” The center back/center defensive midfielder is a returning captain who, despite his defensive role, still had five assists.

Elliot Burgueno, Ward Melville, F, Sr.

The returning captain and repeat Top 100 honoree scored 15 goals and assisted on three more after posting 10 goals and 10 assists as a sophomore. Coach Rocco Vetro called him “one of the top strikers on Long Island and (in) New York State.”

Henry Cardoza, North Shore, F, Sr.

Cardoza hasspent time as a defender, midfielder and forward. He began 2024 in the midfield but transitioned up top to add more fire to North Shore’s attack, finishing with five goals and 10 assists. Coach Michael Bishop called him “a great soccer player no matter where he plays on the field.”

John Caso, Newfield, G, Sr.

Caso made five saves in Newfield’s upset over Patchogue-Medford in the playoffs, another footnote in a strong junior season. Coach Christopher DiPaola praised the two-time Top 100 pick’s communication across the backline, along with his passing ability that has contributed to the keeper maintaining 10 clean sheets across his high school career.

Trace Cerrone, Babylon, G, Sr.

The third-year varsity starter posted a whopping 12 shutouts to help Babylon capture a fifth consecutive county title.

Nick Cornell, Malverne/East Rockaway, G, Sr.

Cornell made a conference-leading 132 saves. Coach Robert Anderson noted that the third-year starter and repeat Top 100 selection has “got a 75-yard punt and a 60-yard free kick,” and that “his lateral movement and vertical is second to none.”

Luca Coschignano, Kellenberg, F, Sr.

Coschignano scored 11 goals and assisted on nine more. Coach William Masiulis called the third-year starter “the focal point of the team’s attack.”

Jack Costa, Garden City, F/M, Sr.

Costa scored eight goals and tallied an impressive 10 assists for a 23-0 Garden City team that claimed the program’s first state title. Costa, now a second-year starter and a captain, scored two of the Trojans’ four goals in the Nassau Class AA semifinal against New Hyde Park.

Brady Croon, Floral Park, D/M, Sr.

Croon played an instrumental role in the middle of the field for Floral Park, which won its first Long Island and state title. Croon, now a third-year starter and second-year captain, finished with four goals and seven assists.

Jake Dapice, Syosset, M, Sr.

If you put the ball in front of Dapice, good things will happen. Coach Brett Waxer called him “a fierce competitor and [the] team’s midfield general.” Dapice had three goals and four assists.

Jack Darlington, South Side, M, Sr.

Coach Patrick Corvetti noted how Darlington’s “dedication and performance” has not only made him a key part of South Side’s success but also a reason for why he’s well respected by his peers. He had two goals and five assists.

Tristan Dent, Comsewogue, F, Sr.

Dent was one of Suffolk’s best goal scorers, finding the netting 17 times for his Suffolk Class AA championship team, including at least one against every team in his league. As coach Mike Bonura put it, “So it wasn’t like he scored most of them against the weaker teams.”

Jack Dorsey, Chaminade, M, Sr.

Dorsey’s seven goals and seven assists helped the Flyers finish as a state CHSAA finalist and go 9-0 in league play en route to a 17-win season. Coach Brian Anselmo called Dorsey, a captain, “one of the best midfielders in the Catholic League this year.”

Gianluca Falanga, Chaminade, F, Sr.

Coach Brian Anselmo said Falanga is “creative in finding ways to put the ball in the net.” The captain scored seven goals and figures to continue adding more to his career total for a perennially great Chaminade program.

Thomas Fargione, Garden City, D, Sr.

A key defensive piece for Garden City, Fargione was a mainstay for a defensive unit that conceded just one goal across its final seven playoff games. He was named Man of the Match in the county final, a shutout win over a Glen Cove side that had scored at least one goal in all but three games prior.

Dylan Fisher, Garden City, D/M, Sr.

Fisher scored the game-winning goals for Garden City in a Class AA regional final and state semifinal, along with assisting on one of the Trojans’ two goals against Clarence in the state championship game victory. He had six goals and five assists.

Stiven Gereda, Bay Shore, G, Sr.

Gereda, now beginning his third year as a starter, led his league in saves and even scored a goal. “He is a phenomenal, tenacious athlete who can change games,” assistant coach Jonathan Hernandez said. “He kept us in games by making some unbelievable acrobatic saves and helped us greatly in a rebuilding year.”

Will Gleason, Great Neck South, M, Sr.

The fourth-year starter and three-time captain had three goals and four assists. He plays a crucial role in the middle of the field for a possession-heavy team. Great Neck South coach Josh Dugan called Gleason “one of the best players to pass through Great Neck.”

Brendan Glenn, Kings Park, M, Sr.

Coach Tom Nally praised his center defensive midfielder as someone who “never loses his poise.” The fourth-year starter and two-time Olympic Development Program national team player recorded two goals and three assists.

Owen Gordon, Friends Academy, F, Jr.

Coach Edgar Posada spoke highly of Gordon’s leadership, humility and work ethic, which pair well with his natural talent on the field. He had seven goals and five assists, with Posada noting how “he anchored our attack with composure and maturity well beyond his years.”

Sean Griffin, Comsewogue, D/M, Sr.

Griffin, a center back and center midfielder, was a key on defense when Comsewogue won the Suffolk Class AA title. Coach Mike Bonura praised his versatility and listed these other attributes for him: “Great ball skills. Great teammate. Unbelievable defender. Sees the field well.”

Bryan Guerra, Glen Cove, D/M, Jr.

The flexibility Guerra offers as a central midfielder or left outside back helped Glen Cove achieve a 13-win season and finish as a county finalist. Guerra had three goals and nine assists, with coach Brian Smith commending his “elite timing and touch” as well as his defensive ability.

David Guillen Ochoa, Central Islip, F, Sr.

Guillen Ochoa had an impactful first season as a starter, delivering 14 goals and three assists. According to coach Joseph Passaro, “He has great speed, shot power and accuracy, but it is his creativeness and his willingness to attempt advanced moves that keep the opposing defense guessing.”

Jack Gunn, Calhoun, D, Sr.

A starter since his sophomore season, Gunn has become a mainstay in the middle of the backline. Coach Christopher Vogel praised the center back’s “strength, positioning and composure under pressure,” three traits required of an elite defender.

Brayden Haase, Herricks, G, Sr.

Haase, an NJIT commit in lacrosse, stopped 85 shots and also scored two goals while playing the field as a junior. Coach Adriana Mendrinos called the third-year starter “arguably the most athletic kid in all of Nassau County” and added that “while lacrosse is his primary sport … his soccer skills would make you think he’s been training to be a goalie his whole life.”

Ryder Heitefuss, Long Beach, M, Sr.

Entering his fourth year as a varsity starter, Heitefuss continues to star for Long Beach after recording seven goals and eight assists. Assistant coach Samuel Fiallos called the two-time Top 100 choice “a focal point in the program for three years now” and “a difference maker in games who makes his teammates better.”

Brady Herbert, Bethpage, F, Sr.

Herbert had eight goals and an assist in his sophomore season, his first as a starter. Coach Dan Kramer called him “fast and relentless,” qualities that make him a continual thorn in the side of Nassau defenders.

Edson Jean, Wyandanch, F/D, Sr.

Jean, now a fourth-year starter, was one of Suffolk’s best goal scorers with 17 and he assisted on nine others. Coach Tom Williams mentioned that Jean “was [also] a key component in the back, shutting down [the] opposition’s best players.”

Aiden Johnson, Amityville, M, Sr.

Johnson enters his fifth year on the varsity and third year as a starter after scoring three goals and assisting on four more. Coach Mike Abbondondolo commended his versatility to play any position on the field thanks to his well-rounded skill set.

Christian Jones, Floyd, M, Jr.

There’s plenty of versatility to Jones’ game, filling whatever role coach Paul Paniccia asks of him. This season's role will likely be up top in an attacking capacity where he should post career highs. Paniccia said Jones “will undoubtedly generate countless opportunities for himself and his teammates.”

Gavin Joyce, Oceanside, M, Sr.

Joyce plays a critical role in the middle of the field for the Sailors. Coach Patrick Turk said the senior “is seemingly everywhere on the field” and is a player that teams found “to be extremely annoying to play against.”

Branden Jurlando, Smithtown East, M, Sr.

Versatile, strong, athletic. Coach Mike Menendez used all three adjectives to describe Jurlando’s impact in the midfield, adding that the third-year starter and captain possesses a “great work rate.”

Giorgios Karousis, Mepham, M/F, Sr.

Coach Zachary Gosse used the word “rapid” to describe Karousis’ game, with his “blazing runs” helping him tally seven goals and six assists. The third-year starter will look to help Mepham reach the playoffs after just barely missing out in the final game of the 2024 season.

James Kelly, St. Anthony’s, M, Jr.

Kelly had three goals and three assists. Coach Don Corrao noted the team’s technical ability, something Kelly will highlight in his second season as a starter.

Owen Kelly, Wheatley, G, Sr.

Kelly has shifted positions after standing out as a central midfielder. New coach Manuel Mirao labeled the third-year starter as “a fantastic shot-stopping goalkeeper with great feet skills,” and a player who “will be the commander in and around the box.”

Jack Klein, Garden City, F, Sr.

Klein had eight goals and nine assists for Garden City’s undefeated squad. Klein added even more firepower to a Trojans team that scored a remarkable 87 goals in 23 games.

Matt Kobrin, MacArthur, D, Jr.

Scoring six goals as a team’s sweeper is an impressive feat, something Kobrin did amid a strong sophomore season for the Generals.

Charlie Koester, Garden City, D, Sr.

Garden City featured one of the best defensive teams in New York en route to the program’s first state title. Coach Paul Cutter called Koester the “heart of the defense” after the undefeated Trojans conceded just seven goals through its 23 consecutive wins. Koester is committed to Lehigh for lacrosse.

Matt Kokkalakis, Port Washington, D, Sr.

Coach Stephen Brossard levied high praise on his center back, noting that “without his leadership in the backline, the team would struggle to achieve success.” The returning captain has the speed and timing to make crucial tackles as what Brossard called “the linchpin” of the defense.

Matt Langino, Kings Park, D/M/F, Sr.

Coach Tom Nally said he could deploy Langino, a fourth-year starter, anywhere from center back to center midfield to striker. It speaks to not only his versatility but overall ability to do so after starring as the center back for a Kings Park side that won 14 games and reached a Suffolk final.

Cole Lawrence, St. Anthony’s, G, Sr.

A third-year starter and the lone returning first-team All-Long Island honoree, Lawrence is considered among the best goalies in the state. He has the size and wingspan to deny scoring chances, highlighted by the Friars keeping clean sheets in 12 of 21 games.

Drew Lennon, Calhoun, M, Sr.

A two-time Top 100 selection,Lennon had seven goals and two assists. Coach Christopher Vogel called the fourth-year starter “one of the top players in his age group.”

Dylan Leon, Friends Academy, M, Sr.

Leon has been on the varsity team for five years, and has provided big-game performances such as his penalty kick goal and assist in a 3-2, Nassau Class A quarterfinal loss to Lawrence last season. The central attacking midfielder had 12 goals and nine assists. Coach Edgar Posada praised the three-time Top 100 honoree for his “experience and leadership that elevates everyone around him.”

Kevin Leon, Freeport, M, Jr.

Coach Craig Klasson lauded Leon’s “relentless work rate, sharp instincts and fearless play.” All three are crucial traits for a central midfielder looking to control possession and launch the attack in transition.

Daniel Levine, Roslyn, M, Sr.

Levine, a center midfielder and fourth-year starter, came through with eight goals and five assists. New coach Kyle Kelly sees him as “a dynamic box-to-box midfielder and talented playmaker who possesses all of the leadership qualities that you look for in a captain.”

Stefano Linardos, Locust Valley, F, Sr.

A third-year starter and a captain, Linardos had 13 goals and five assists. His technical ability allows him to create goal-scoring chances in a number of ways, with coach Joseph Lee calling the repeat Top 100 pick a “dynamic finisher that immediately draws the attention of his opponents.”

Esteban Loaiza, Brentwood, D, Sr.

Brentwood kept seven clean sheets and allowed more than one goal just three times across 18 games. When you have a talent like Loaiza at center back, those strong numbers become a reality. Coach Ron Eden called him a “lockdown defender” who has “great communication.”

Brandon Lopez, Connetquot, D, Sr.

Connetquot missed Lopez’s talents in 2024 as the center back was limited due to injury. The good news is that he’s back and rejoins a squad that won 13 games a year ago, with coach John Zambriski calling him “a difference maker every time he steps on the pitch.”

Dylan Lopez, Connetquot, M, Sr.

A center defensive midfielder who can launch the transition as well as defend against it, Lopez always seems to be in the right spot to stop an attack. Coach John Zambriski called Lopez, who had four assists, “the anchor every top-level team needs.”

Owen Lucano, Northport, M, Sr.

Lucano is a second-year starter and captain who delivered five goals and a team-high 10 assists for a team that won a league title. Coach Don Strasser called the center defensive midfielder “one of the best soccer players to come out of Northport” and praised his “exceptional technical skills and tactical awareness.”

Cole Maguire, Syosset, M, Sr.

The central midfielder scored eight goals, including the game-winner in a Nassau AAA semifinal against Uniondale and another in the Long Island championship game against Whitman.

Sean Mahoney, Oceanside, M, Sr.

A verbal commit to Cortland, Mahoney had two goals and two assists, but coach Patrick Turk noted how he was responsible for the build-up play “on 90% of the team’s overall season scoring.” The repeat Top 100 selection will look to lead Oceanside to another strong season after taking a No. 2 seed into the 2024 playoffs.

Zach Makarewicz, Shoreham-Wading River, F, Jr.

Makarewicz scored 15 goals for a team that reached the Suffolk Class A semifinals. “He’s a horse up front,” new SWR coach Dani Braga said. “He’s going to put the ball in the goal.”

Robert Malave, Chaminade, M, Sr.

Every midfielder needs a strong tackler in 50-50 situations, and that’s what Malave brings to Chaminade. Coach Brian Anselmo called him “an anchor in our midfield.”

James Martino, Smithtown West, M, Sr.

Martino, now a two-time member of the Top 100, scored five goals and tallied an impressive 12 assists for a 14-win team that went undefeated in the regular season. Coach A.J. Gercke said the midfielder’s “touch, control, creativity and quickness are a problem for any team.”

Luke McDonough, Commack, D, Sr.

Commack conceded just four regular-season goals in 2024, and coach Dave Moran pointed to McDonough as a critical reason for that accomplishment. The center back added an impressive six goals and four assists, showcasing his ability in the attacking third on set pieces and corners.

Luke McNaughton, Port Washington, M, Sr.

At 6-2, McNaughton brings size, speed and length as the Vikings’ central attacking midfielder. The University of Chicago commit enters his third season as a captain after posting three goals and eight assists, with coach Stephan Brossard calling him “the driving force” for the team’s attack.

Marquise Miles, Center Moriches, M, Jr.

Miles posted nine goals and 17 assists for a team that went 14-4 and fell in the Suffolk Class B final. Coach Michael Russo cited the fourth-year starter’s work ethic and for being the team’s engine, and added that “his skills and ability to take players on is next level.”

Jerry Nagosky, Smithtown West, G, Jr.

No Suffolk goalkeeper conceded fewer goals than Nagosky, who posted a stellar 10 shutouts as a sophomore. The team itself only conceded seven goals through 16 games, including the playoffs, the fewest in the county. Coach A.J. Gercke called him “a phenomenal shot stopper.”

Xavi Navarro, Syosset, F, Jr.

Navarro tallied six goals and two assists. He opened the Long Island championship game against Whitman with a score. Coach Brett Waxer noted his ability to play with his back to the goal.

Brayden O’Boyle, Commack, M, Sr.

A returning second-team All-Long Island selection, O’Boyle is Commack’s first fifth-year varsity starter in program history. With 10 goals and a whopping 19 assists, coach Dave Moran has good reason to say that O’Boyle “may be the best overall player in all of Suffolk."

Christopher Orellana, Bellport, M, Sr.

Orellana looks to lead a bounce-back season after the Clippers lost six games by a single goal. The center midfielder played more defensively in 2024, but will play a greater box-to-box role.

Jayden Osmani, St. John the Baptist, D, Sr.

A strong defender who also added three goals, Osmani headlines what should be a strong backline featuring three returning starters. Coach Noah Molina noted the intangibles that Osmani possesses, commending his “great leadership and determination.”

Jessy Pacheco, Brentwood, M, Sr.

Pacheco was hard to miss when watching Brentwood in 2024, with the foot skills and speed to threaten from the wing on any opportunity. He had nine goals and eight assists in his first year as a varsity starter.

Nico Petrocelli, Wantagh, M, Sr.

Coach Thomas Liguori said Petrocelli is a stable and consistent part of Wantagh’s midfield. He’s excellent in transitioning Wantagh from the defensive third to the offensive third and will look to lead his side back to the playoffs after missing out by a game.

Jake Piacentini, Glenn, M, Sr.

A tremendous 2024 season came to an end for Glenn in the Long Island Class A championship game against the eventual state champion Floral Park. The good news is that Glenn brings back several starters, namely Piacentini, who played every minute of every game for the Knights. The third-year starter figures to be just as involved in 2025.

Corvin Pocasangre, Lawrence, M, Sr.

Pocasangre played an important role in Lawrence making it all the way to the Nassau Class A final, contributing six goals and seven assists. Coach Gerard Lagasse feels the attacking center midfielder and second-year starter is composed with the ball and “is a technical and crafty midfielder with a great ability to find the open man and create space for himself or teammates.”

Jake Prince, Lynbrook, G, Sr.

The third-year starter has been a mainstay for the Owls, starting all 16 games as a junior. He kept three clean sheets and conceded no more than one goal in eight games, with coach Joshua Berlin calling him “one of the top goalkeepers in the county and arguably the top Class A keeper.”

Anthony Princi, Farmingdale, D, Jr.

Princi excelled in the back and also contributed two goals and three assists. Coach Brian Weber views the second-year starter as “a polished player who holds down the defense as our starting center back.”

Erick Ramos, Baldwin, M, Sr.

Coach Christopher Soupios called Ramos “the heart of our team,” noting his dribbling ability and vision in the middle of the field. He had three goals and three assists and will play a critical role in Baldwin’s transition from Class AA to Class AAA.

Zain Rees, Mineola, M/F, Sr.

Coach Rob Mendes called Rees “a dedicated and respected leader,” something he has earned as a fourth-year starter. He scored six goals and assisted on three more for a team that reached the Nassau Class A semifinals.

Noah Romero, Deer Park, F/M, Sr.

Romero showed off his offensive skills when he put up seven goals and eight assists and helped the Falcons reach postseason play for the first time in a decade. Coach Ryan Argenziano sees “a quick, dynamic winger that can finish as well as create for others.”

Noah Rosa, West Babylon, D/M, Sr.

Rosa returns to West Babylon after starring as St. John the Baptist’s center back in his junior season. He’ll captain the Eagles this fall, with coach Frank Ging believing he “brings our team up a level.”

Eli Rubio, Newfield, F, Sr.

A physical presence in the attacking third, Rubio scored eight goals and assisted on two more . Coach Christopher DiPaola commended the fourth-year starter’s “high motor presence” to create and finish opportunities in the attacking third.

Eliab Rubio, Newfield, M, Jr.

A fourth-year starter despite only being a junior, Eliab “Sid” Rubio, the brother of teammate Eli Rubio, scored five goals and had three assists. Coach Christopher DiPaola described him as an “all-around midfielder” and “speedster.”

Nicholas Russo, Miller Place, F, Sr.

Logging 14 points is solid enough, but Russo also tallied three game-winning goals for a Miller Place side that fell 1-0 to a very talented Glenn squad in a Suffolk Class A semifinal. Coach Thomas Fank believes Russo, who scored five goals and assisted on nine more, can play on the collegiate level.

David Sanchez, Connetquot, M, Sr.

Sanchez controls the middle of the field no matter who is surrounded him, dictating pace and tempo with the ball at his feet. He had three goals and six assists in 2024, with coach John Zambriski calling him “one of the most complete central midfielders in his class.”

Ryan Schalk, Commack, F, Sr.

Schalk had 10 goals and five assists for a 15-win Commack team that went to the Suffolk Class AAA semifinals. The Scranton commit can threaten from the wing, with coach Dave Moran calling him “a quality, willing passer” who has a “tremendous work rate.”

Travis Sepenoski, Southold, G, Sr.

Sepenoski begins his fourth season as a starter after posting five shutouts, which ended for Southold with a 2-1 loss to Greenport in the Suffolk Class C final. New coach Chris Ruggi labeled him as “a team leader and relentless worker.”

Austin Sheehan, Calhoun, G, Sr.

Sheehan wasted no time making an impact in his first season as a starter, posting eight clean sheets for a team that conceded more than one goal just twice. Coach Christopher Vogel commended “his sharp reflexes, leadership and high-level experience.”

Connor Sheridan, Cold Spring Harbor, M, Sr.

The center defensive midfielder has the ability to mark an opponent’s top forward while also being able to launch Cold Spring Harbor’s attack in transition. Coach Christian Lynch called the Stonehill baseball commit, who had four assists, “the leader of this team.”

Anderson Soper, Harborfields, F, Sr.

Tallying an impressive 12 goals in 15 games, along with three assists, Soper made himself known to Suffolk teams throughout the season. Coach D.J. Greening called him “fast and dangerous,” noting that his speed helped create chances that led Harborfields to a playoff berth.

Matthew Thomsen, Shoreham-Wading River, D, Sr.

Coach Dani Braga said the center back is “a stout defender that has vision across the entire field.” According to Braga, Thomsen is also “a pure leader.”

Otoniel Umana, Whitman, F/M, Sr.

Whitman enjoyed a magical season in 2024, winning the program’s first Long Island title since 2015. Umana was a crucial part of that effort, scoring seven goals and assisting on five others. Coach John DiGiacomo commended him for being able “to take players on and draw defenders because of his playmaking ability.”

Sebastian Valenzuela, Manhasset, M, Sr.

Valenzuela scored three goals and set up five others in his first season as a starter. Coach Gabe Ramos called the center midfielder a “dynamic” and versatile player “who has the skill to beat defenders” in one-on-one situations “and the vision to find teammates in dangerous areas.”

Jeremy Velez, Massapequa, M, Sr.

The center defensive midfielder often leaves an impact all across the field. The fourth-year starter had five goals and three assists, helping Massapequa reach the playoffs and win an elimination game for the first time since the spring of 2021.

Lucas Viegas, Carle Place, D, Sr.

Coach Conor Reardon called Viegas “an important cog in the middle” for a 17-win Carle Place program that won a state Class B title. He had six goals and two assists and will look to anchor a backline that lost multiple starters due to graduation.

Graydon Vitagliano, Cold Spring Harbor, F, Sr.

It’s always nice to return your team’s top goal scorer, a luxury Cold Spring Harbor has with Vitagliano. He had seven goals and four assists, with coach Christian Lynch calling him “a fast and skillful player that puts pressure on the opponent’s backline.”

Ronald Jamaury Washington, Longwood, G, Sr.

Several Suffolk coaches noted Washington as a standout in the county, and coach Vincent Giglio certainly agrees. Washington kept Longwood in games last season, with Giglio calling him “an amazing shot stopper who is fearless and intelligent” while also praising his passing ability.

Luke Waxer, Bethpage, M, Sr.

A Bryant commit for lacrosse, Waxer has elite range and athleticism that helped him score four goals and assist on two more. Coach Dan Kramer praised his work ethic and leadership.

Jaxson Weber, Sachem East, M, Jr.

Coach Matt Stallone levied high praise on Weber, who “does things at full speed that few players can.” He had seven goals and four assists as a sophomore.