Here are five Times area boys soccer players to keep an eye on during this fall season.

Jackson Brockway, Somonauk-Leland-Newark, D, sr.

An outstanding defender for the Bobcats , Brockway was a big part of a defense that allowed just 32 goals in 23 matches and posted seven shutouts last season. He was a unanimous Little Ten All-Conference pick and Times All-Area first-teamer.

Joe Hoekstra, Streator, D, sr.

Named Streator ’s Defensive Player of the Year and also to the Illinois Central Eight All-Conference squad last season, Hoekstra used great vision and control to help anchor the Bulldogs’ backline. He was also a Times All-Area first-team honoree.

Jorge Lopez, Ottawa, F, jr.

A Pirates scoring threat who draws a lot of attention from opponents and creates opportunities for othe

See Full Page