Players to watch in Southern Section playoffs
The Southern Section playoffs start in California this week as the state’s biggest section boasts an abundance of talented players. Here are 10 players to watch for along with an expanded top 20 team rankings. Xavier Alcantar, Midfielder, Orange Lutheran,…
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Continue ReadingThe Southern Section playoffs start in California this week as the state’s biggest section boasts an abundance of talented players. Here are 10 players to watch for along with an expanded top 20 team rankings.
Xavier Alcantar, Midfielder, Orange Lutheran, Class of 2024
Alcantar is a very versatile midfielder as he is interchangeable, can play multiple spots and can do everything. He can track back and defend, win the ball and likes to push. He is a creative player, one who operates well in tight spaces. He’s also very good about making runs off the ball to find space to exploit as well.
Adan Alvarado, Midfielder, Montclair, Class of 2024
Alvardo is a well-rounded midfielder that can do a bit of everything. He is a senior leader on the pitch, and he plays with calm and composure. He can pick a pass and deliver it with accuracy, he is strong on the ball and has very sound technical skills.
Shaun Im Shaun Im M CA , Midfielder, Los Alamitos, Class of 2024
Im is a midfielder with a motor, and one that has the ability to create and score. He has good technical ability, good vision and a competitive drive. He is a player that is strong in just about every aspect of the game.
Finn Linas, Defender, San Clemente, Class of 2024
Linas is a Cal Poly commit and is as good a defender as they come in Southern California. He’s athletic and fast, has no trouble keeping up with attacking players and is physical, too. He wins balls, knows when to step and can push forward as well.
Derek Lund, Forward, Los Alamitos, Class of 2024
Lund is a big forward, which allows him to play physically, but don’t be fooled by his size because he has speed to burn. He also shows great touch with the ball and can score in a variety of ways. He can create for himself and make well-timed run to get on the end of a ball.
Ryan Namdar Ryan Namdar M CA , Forward, Capistrano Valley, Class of 2024
Namdar is a UC San Diego commit, and is a handful for defenders. He’s a big forward, long, lanky and athletic. He has big strides, great speed and maintains his balance well when being challenged. He is good on the ball, makes good runs and finishes well.
Jacob Poole, Defender/Midfielder, San Clemente, Class of 2024
Poole is an exceptional athlete which allows him to be dynamic and versatile. He can play defense centrally or move up into the No. 6 spot. He could pretty much play anywhere on the pitch with his athletic ability. He’s a three-sport star, and stood out for the San Clemente football team.
Dominic Resendiz, Defender, Godinez, Class of 2025
Resendiz is a big, physical defender, one with great strength and presence. He’s also athletic and tough to beat 1v1 because of his combination of physical size and raw abilities. He’s good in the air and dangerous on set pieces as well.
Martin Rico, Midfielder, Servite, Class of 2024
Rico is a very speedy midfielder who likes to get forward. He is very creative, good operating in tight spaces and can beat defenders, or beat a double team by delivering a perfectly weighted ball, and then continue his run. He’s the engine in the midfield for the Friars.
Steven Sorto, Midfielder, Godinez, Class of 2024
Sorto is a talisman like player for Godinez, orchestrating everything from his midfield position. With the skill and ability to do it all, Sorto moves the ball well, has precision accuracy on his passes, controls the ball well and has a good leg and a good shot from anywhere.
Southern | |
1 | Arlington 21-0-0 |
2 | Mater Dei 17-0-1 |
3 | Mira Costa 22-1-3 |
4 | Montclair 18-3-1 |
5 | San Clemente 13-0-3 |
6 | Citrus Hill 18-3-2 |
7 | South Torrance 16-0-4 |
8 | JSerra Catholic 8-1-7 |
9 | Aliso Niguel 14-3-3 |
10 | Godinez 17-3-4 |
11 | Animo Leadership 18-1-1 |
12 | Loyola 16-4-3 |
13 | Servite 13-6-2 |
14 | Harvard-Westlake 15-4-1 |
15 | Orange Lutheran 7-6-5 |
16 | Valencia 15-4-4 |
17 | Beaumont 11-5-4 |
18 | Redlands East Valley 14-4-4 |
19 | Salesian 11-5-4 |
20 | Cathedral 11-4-3 |