Monday, September 24, 2012

2013 MLS Draft Prospect: Ashton Bennett, Coastal Carolina

Bennett came on the radar in 2010 with Cincinnati State in Junior College where he scored 35 goals in 33 games. He joined Costal Carolina where over the last two seasons he scored 39 goals in 47 games with 12 assists on 90 shots on target. Bennett doesn't have the wow factor for a top pick but should be great steal later in the draft. Draft Projection: Early Second Round





2013 MLS Draft Prospect: Chad Barson, Akron




2013 MLS Draft Senior Signing: Kyle Bekker, Boston College

Canadian midfielder only scored one goal for a underachieving Boston College. 2011 was his best season scoring 8 goals including 2 via direct free kicks although that is another worry, regarding his pro potential as most of his statistical output came from set plays. Already signed to a MLS contract which may effect where he is drafted as clubs know how much he’ll affect the salary cap. Draft Projection: Early Second Round








2013 MLS Draft Prospect: Alex Blackburn, Monmouth




2013 MLS Draft Prospect: Will Bates, Virginia

Bates was known by many who follow college soccer and was a potential GA in 2011 after scoring 14 goals in 15 games for Virginia. In 2012 the forward scored 12 goals in 20 games. At 6 feet tall, Bates scored 10 of his career college via a header but also showed he score from outside the box including a direct free kick goal in 2011. Draft Projection: Late First Round








2013 MLS Draft Senior Signing: Carlos Alvarez, UCONN

Alvarez might be the most complete player in this year draft the 22 year old Midfielder led Connecticut to four successful seasons scoring 20 goals 25 assists in 82 games. Offensively he has the ability to score from outside the box as well provide a decent free kick and corner. Draft Projections: Top 3 pick








2013 MLS Draft Prospect: Dion Acoff, UCSB