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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, Walt 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.
