U.S. Soccer named the winners of their 2024 extended national teams Player of the Year awards on Thursday, celebrating the game across all forms.
Five of the eight Players of the Year are first-time winners, while three players - Hannah Adler, Luciano Gonzalez, and Riley Johnson - earn the award for a second-straight year.
"This time of year is always special as it allows us to shine a spotlight on the remarkable individual achievements within our teams," said Stuart Sharp, head of technical for U.S. Soccer’s extended national teams. "While we consistently foster a team-first mentality, it's important to recognize these particular top-performing players’ dedication and impact on team performances. The depth and quality within our player pools continue to grow and we’re excited to see what these players and their teammates can accomplish in 2025.”
The winners:
| Player | Team |
Hannah Adler | Female Beach Soccer Player of the Year |
Antonio Chavez | Male Beach Soccer Player of the Year |
Luciano Gonzalez | Male Futsal Player of the Year |
Cassidy Leake | Female Cerebral Palsy Player of the Year |
Jacob Crumbley | Male Cerebral Palsy Player of the Year |
Sydney Andrews | Female Deaf Player of the Year |
Kevin Fitzpatrick | Male Deaf Player of the Year |
Riley Johnson | Power Soccer Player of the Year |