Introducing the Academy Report, a bi-weekly series featuring the latest news and highlights from the Colorado Rapids' Youth Academy.
The Spotlight
Jose Bencomo is a dominant central defender who is confident in possession of the ball and possesses strong defensive instincts. He is a tall, left footed center back who is also comfortable at left back. Jose is a leader and organizer of teammates and has performed consistently well this year with the U16 DA. He builds play well from the back and has a range of passing that allows him to pick out options all over the field. His physical power and aerial dominance are a strength that compliments his ability to defend in 1v1 situations.
Jose Bencomo
DOB:
3/31/2000
Position:
Center Back
Dominant Foot:
Left
Height:
6' 2"
Coach:
Danny Stone
Greg Tracey
DOB:
1999
Position:
Central Midfielder
Dominant Foot:
Right
Height:
5' 8"
Coach:
Danny Stone
Greg Tracey is a central midfield player who shows excellent ability with the ball and intelligence to dictate the tempo of a game. Greg is comfortable in possession and links play well from the central area of the field. He joins attacks from deeper areas and has an eye for goal and a composure in his finishing. Greg has been into a U.S. National team training camp this year and continues to impress with the Development Academy.
Looking Ahead
Both Bencomo and Tracey will continue to work with Pablo and the First Team staff over the summer. Also coming up, U14 and U16 DA are playing in the Academy Showcase in Dallas this week and U16/U18 DA tryouts are July 17 & 18.
For more information on the Colorado Rapids Development Academy, including things like trying out for a team, summer camps and college counseling services visit coloradorapids.com/youth.
