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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, John 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.”
