Joshua "Josh" Pynadath at AZ Alkmaar

Here is a video of Joshua showing off his impressive coordination and foot speed.

He turns 15 in less than a month. Obviously it is still way too soon in his development to put any sort of expectations on his potential to make an impact at an international (or even full club) level. That being said, I'm curious as to whether any posters on this board recall such a young yank with this sort of skill set.

Although I can't think of an appropriate American comparison, his flair and foot speed at this age remind me of Hachim Mastour, the young AC Milan player currently on loan at Malaga.

Anyway, this kid is definitely a unique talent in our player pool.

 

Probably two years too early to tell how he compares to the rest of his age group.

I think at the U-17 level, you can start to tell who are some of the better prospects in an age group, although obviously its just the beginning of assessment on them. We saw last U-17 cycle with CP, Wright, Zendejas, DLT, etc. that some are starting to emerge as some of the better players in US youth soccer and we are seeing it again this cycle.

Thats around the age where the very best are close to the first team of their first team (maybe within 6-18 months away), depending on the team they are playing at. Its around the age when the games become more visible to the fans and when the media starts talking about these players, so probably two years from now will be a good starting point to start judging how good Josh Pynadath is.

 

Agreed. Trying to predict what kind of pro career a 15 year old may have is a fool's errand. However, I do think it is possible to evaluate a player's potential (against his peers) at this stage.

For example, it is pretty clear that more than a few posters on this board have regarded Andrew Carlton as one of the more exciting 2000 prospects for a while now. This is presumably because they believe they see considerable potential in the player. AC is only eight months older than Pynadath.

The reason I bring this up is because from the limited tape we have on Joshua I think he has shown an ability to play with a certain individuality that not many American youths have shown at the same age. Regardless of how things work out for the kid, his style of play is something I think US fans want to see more of at all levels.

 

I think you have the birth dates wrong. The internet tells me that Pynadath was born in February of '02, Carleton was born in June of '00. Pynadath is about a cycle behind Carleton, just as Carleton was a cycle behind Pulisic. I'm really don't disagree with what you are saying, I just think most people really don't start caring at all who's the best until at the least the U-17 level, which presumably Pynadath won't reach until late 2017.

 

Ah, yes. He turns 14 this month. Thanks for the correction

 

And it's more about the age (and quality) of the competition than the age of the player that gives you a good basis to judge them.

 

Yes, but that is another reason this player's development is notable. He has been with Real Madrid's academy and is currently apart of the setup at Ajax.

 

For comparison sake:

 

Wow, I didn't even want to bother watching those highlights because he's still 13, but he's just schooling those kids bad. Hopefully he continues to get better.

 

Joshua made a surprise appearance in 2 U15 matches in Croatia. He was not on the roster released by USSF.

http://www.ussoccer.com/stories/201...nishes-four-team-tournament-in-zagreb-croatia

 

From the stats of those games, we created loads of chances, but poor finishing plagued us.

 

perhaps it was great goalkeeping and I don't know if I'd necessarily classify 9 shots with 6 on goal per game "loads"

It's enough to satisfy the coach (depending on level of competition) but it's not like an onslaught

 

Alright, a good amount of chances. Plus, I'm sure there were a fair share of half chances in there without getting a shot away. I. E. The final pass being a little off, getting closed down before you shoot, having shots blocked, etc.

 

The score made the stats look like we played very well.

 

You know I try my best, Dave. but in all seriousness, I'll just admit my stupidity, and crawl back out of this thread and observe from afar lol

 

don't do that, this thread should definitely focus primarily on ancillary stuff for a few more years

 

I tried doing a search on Josh Pynadath but didn't find much. Do we know anything about where he is?

 

Confirmed: Joshua Pynadath is with Ajax U-15 (C1) on the bench today.

@BabyNatsAbroad
Joshua Pynadath🇺🇸 on the bench for the 1st time! #AjaxU15

— Stefan (@vondutch82) October 1, 2016

LIVE C1: Wissels #Ajax: Raatsie/Dieker (nnb), Bonnah, De Vries, Pynadath en El Kadiri. #ajaaz

— Ajax Showtime (@Ajaxshowtimecom) October 1, 2016

 

@USAprospects @BabyNatsAbroad Joshua Pynadath Scored his first goal for Ajax under 15 today (AFC v Ajax 1-3)

— Stefan (@vondutch82) October 15, 2016

 

Joshua Pynadath open his account for Ajax O15 (17min) https://t.co/80wbX4P6b5

— Dallas Cup ⚽️ (@dallascup) October 15, 2016

 

What number is he and when was the goal scored?

 

Not sure but 11 & 15 were the best two players out there for Aiax....that 11 has some serious quicks and ball control....needs to work on his first touch a little but he looked effective

 

Ajax O15 under-15 Joshua Pynadath #7 assists on the last goal in the 3-0 win over FC Twente https://t.co/f5udx15oaO

— Dallas Cup ⚽️ (@dallascup) November 28, 2016