Among the top SSDM prospects in New York, Nicolay was also wildly productive on the offensive end as a sophomore, earning Second Team All-League honors after posting 23 goals and 30 assists. Defensively, he possesses the athleticism and footwork to run with just about anyone. Nicolay plays with physicality and punch, constantly knocking opposing dodgers off their line, and I’ve been particularly impressed by his ability to defend long dodges out of the box, preventing guys from getting anywhere close to where they want to go. A tough two-way midfielder and a menace on some downright nasty contested groundballs this summer, he’s also able to get from one restraining line to the other in a hurry once he makes a stop on the defensive end. I really liked what I saw from him throughout June and July, including an All-Star campaign at Main Stage.