Peter Dearth – Syracuse
Another defensive-oriented midfielder, Peter Dearth is a very different player than Terefenko, but an effective one nonetheless. Dearth is huge, standing 6’3” with long limbs and weighing in at a formidable 215 pounds. He is an athletic dynamo, making explosive plays all over the field with his physicality and raw effort. Willing to sacrifice his body, Dearth is they type of player that will fire up a PLL bench with some spirited play.
He doesn’t stick to his man like glue as Terefenko does, but his length allows him to recover quickly, and he has shown an aptitude for a well-timed trail check. Those long arms and savvy feel make him a weapon in off-ball defense, as he lurks in the passing lanes and pounces when an opportunity arises. In transition, his long strides and power make him an asset, and he can function effectively as a one-man-clear. He’s not as clean a prospect as Terefenko, but he continues to improve and his will to win is indisputable.
Roy Colsey’s Take: Peter played for me in high school and has made me super proud by going to Syracuse and being a two-time captain. He’s a just a physical presence all over the field. In the PLL, he can be a two-way midfielder. He’s good on the wing, he can lock down PLL midfielders, he can pick up groundballs and he can force transition. He’s a super tough kid and the upside is just tremendous. He’ll be a top pick for sure.
