59 boys soccer players to watch in the Greater Savannah area in 2024
There were several impressive seasons by boys soccer teams in the Greater Savannah area last year as teams like South Effingham, Benedictine, Savannah Country Day, Richmond Hill, Woodville-Tompkins, Savannah Arts, Islands and Bradwell put together memorable campaigns.
The season is already underway in Georgia, and here's a look at the top boys players to watch in the Greater Savannah area in 2024.
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Wesley Hooker, Savannah Country Day
The senior forward was named the Region 3-3A Offensive Player of the Year last season when he netted 15 goals with 18 assists. He was an All-Greater Savannah first-team selection.
Madden Gerlach, Savannah Country Day
Gerlach is a rock on the back line for an SCD squad that allowed less than a goal per game last season. He scored two goals and was an All-Greater Savannah first-team pick.
Abraham Rivera, Woodville-Tompkins
The senior midfielder, who helped lead the Wolverines to the Elite Eight last season, suffered a torn ACL during Club play. The All-Greater Savannah first-team pick could miss the entire season.
Evan Narvaez, Islands
The junior midfielder had 11 goals and 10 assists last season for the Sharks, who went 13-5 on the year. He was a first-team All-Greater Savannah selection.
Luis Lopez, Woodville-Tompkins
The senior forward is a team captain for the Wolverines, the defending Region 3-A Division I champions. He had 16 goals and one assist last season.
Ryland Summers, Savannah Arts
The junior goal keeper was a standout for the Panthers last season as he had 146 saves, three shutouts and a 1.31 goals against average for a team that went 13-5-1 and reached the Class 2A Sweet 16.
Andrew Kuyoth, Benedictine
The senior is an anchor on the backline for a BC squad that reached the Class 4A state semifinals last season.
Drew Cail, Calvary Day
The junior earned first-team All-Region honors as a goal keeper last season, and could also see time as a striker this season.
Jahdai Prince, Bradwell Institute
Prince had 15 goals and six assists for a Tiger squad that went 13-6-2 last year and reached the Class 5A state quarterfinals.
Hyers Holland, Savannah Country Day
The junior midfielder is a workhorse who doubles as a running back for the Hornet football team.
Caleb Wilson, Windsor Forest
A first-team All-Region selection last season, Wilson returns as a forward, center back and leader for a Knight squad that only lost two players to graduation.
Cash Ramirez, Savannah Country Day
The sophomore is a key man on the back line for an SCD squad known for its stingy defense. The Hornets allowed just 15 goals in 16 matches last year.
Alvaro Zurita, Savannah Arts
Zurita is a standout defender who earned All-Region honors for the Panthers last year.
Paul Coaxum, Windsor Forest
The sophomore, who started every game last season, will be the motor for the Knights' squad this season, coach Cam Turner said.
Chris Aguilar, Windsor Forest
The senior midfielder is the workhorse for this Windsor Forest team.
Asher Herrin, Benedictine
He's just a sophomore, but Herrin is a skilled playmaker as a midfielder for the Cadets.
Desmond Prince, South Effingham
The senior left wing is expected to play a big role with a Mustang squad that has established itself as one of the area's best.
Mills Hollis, Benedictine
Another young and talented player with a year of experience playing for BC coach Charles Moore.
Cade Chadwick, Calvary Day
The senior defensive midfielder is a leader on a Calvary Day squad looking to return to the postseason this year.
JP Alonso, South Effingham
A senior captain, Alonso will be a mainstay as a midfielder for the Mustangs, who finished 14-4-1 last season without a loss to a team from the Greater Savannah area.
Brodie Williams, Savannah Christian
The junior forward is back for an SCPS squad that finished second in Region 3-3A last season. The forward had 10 goals and two assists.
Irvin Castro, Groves
Castro had a breakout season as a freshman for the Rebels, who reached the playoffs as a No. 4 seed out of Region 3-3A.
Julian Roma, Islands
The sophomore center back anchors the back line for the Sharks.
Sebastian Gough, Richmond Hill
The junior had 11 goals and 12 assists for a Wildcat squad that reached the second round of the Class 7A playoffs last year.
Parker Lewis, Benedictine
The midfielder was an impact player as a freshman for a Cadet squad that won a region crown and reached the Class 4A state semis.
Tyler Quick, South Effingham
A three-sport athlete who is also a kicker on the Mustang football team, Quick will be a key man on the back line for the Mustangs.
Nick Krull, Richmond Hill
The senior defender is back as a team captain for a Wildcat squad that went 12-5-1 last season.
Jack Stephans, Islands
Stephans is an important part of the Islands squad with his play as a center midfielder.
Santiago Alvarez, Bradwell
Look for the junior to play a bigger role as several key seniors have graduated.
Edson Escobar, South Effingham
The senior striker is expected to be a dangerous weapon in the Mustang offense.
Owen Baum, Richmond Hill
Baum is a key man in the middle as an attacking midfielder for a Wildcat squad that hopes to contend for a Region 1-7A crown.
Devin Corley, South Effingham
The senior defender was an All-Region 2-6A pick as a junior.
Wilmer Martinez, Islands
The junior has emerged as one of the top net minders in the Coastal Empire.
Holden Wells, Savannah Christian
The senior is back after an impressive junior campaign where he netted seven goals with six assists.
Cole Henderson, Benedictine
The freshman is part of an influx of youth on an impressive BC squad.
Cole Hoffman, South Effingham
Athletic junior is a playmaker for the Mustangs.
Carson Cook, Savannah Country Day
The senior outside midfielder is a standout on one of the best teams in the Coastal Empire.
Nolan Quinnert, Woodville-Tompkins
The sophomore defender was an All-Region first-team pick last season.
Reid Hampton, Savannah Christian
The standout junior midfielder is back in action after missing last season while playing club soccer.
Matt Licata, St. Andrew's
The senior steps in as a team leader for a Lions' squad that has reached the GIAA state semis the last two season.
Ben Wright, Savannah Arts
The senior defensive midfielder plays like a pivot for the Panthers -- turning defense into offense in transition.
Michael Deien, Effingham County
The junior keeper is back as a stead presence in the net for the Rebels.
Adrian Trujillo-Herrera, Woodville-Tompkins
The sophomore center midfielder made an impression as a freshman when he scored eight goals.
Kaden Cheatham, Savannah Christian
Senior returns as team leader for squad that went 13-3-1 last year.
Athon Herrin, Savannah Country Day
Another standout on a strong SCD side, Herrin was also a key contributor as a defensive back with the Hornets.
Trey Aiello, Liberty County
Aiello is a playmaker as a midfielder for the Panthers.
Max Iezzi, St. Andrew's
Iezzi is expected to be a main man in the middle for the Lions, who are one of the top teams in the GIAA.
Brook Panch, Richmond Hill
The junior center back helps anchor the back line for the Wildcats.
Jackson Smith, Savannah Christian
The junior is expected to play a big role under first-year coach Garrett Menke.
Carter Batts, Calvary Day
The sophomore had a impressive freshman season with the Cavs, netting five goals with six assists.
Nicos Hanks, Benedictine
The talented freshman is expected to start as midfielder or defender for the Cadets.
Sage Cahan, St. Andrew's
The junior is a key player on as a center mid and forward for the Lions.
Charlie Neall, Islands
Keep an eye on this freshman who is taking over as the center back for the Sharks.
Chase Buerger, Savannah Country Day
Buerger is a standout senior striker for an SCD squad that seems to get better every year.
Cooper Allen, Richmond Hill
A dynamic junior striker, Allen is expected to take on a bigger role in the offense this season.
Thomas Fogarty, Benedictine
The standout defender will be a senior leader on a BC team full of young talent.
Diego Escobar, Effingham County
The sophomore is expected to be a key player for the Rebels this year.
AJ Hungerford, Richmond Hill
The junior wing is a standout on a talented Wildcat squad.
Josiah Coffey, Bryan County
The sophomore is back after a solid freshman season at Bryan County.
Dennis Knight covers sports for the Savannah Morning News. Contact him at Dknight@savannahnow.com. Twitter: @DennisKnightSMN
This article originally appeared on Savannah Morning News: A look at the returning talent in boys soccer in Greater Savannah area
