URI defender Sondre Karterud. (Bill Barrett/Atlantic 10)
The Division 1 season has come and gone in New England, and the kids have proven they're more than alright.
The below freshman aren't technically kids, but they're still new to the college soccer ranks and had to deal with all the inherent challenges that annually brings about. None of that stopped them, though, from leaving a profound impact on the region's various teams.
Mindful of that, New England Soccer Journal has named its All-Rookie Team for the 2018 season. The team is organized in a 3-5-2 formation and, for the sake of transparency, other players considered are included within.
It's only one season, but all signs are pointing up for these freshmen who increased their profile and then some.
