Sounders Academy product and current University of Washington starlet Handwalla Bwana has been named Pac-12 Freshman of the Year. The dynamic attacking player tallied four goals and seven assists for the Huskies.
Before the start of the 2016 season, Washington Head Coach Jamie Clark compared Bwana’s skill set to that of United States international Darlington Nagbe. After a breakout regular season campaign for the Huskies, the juxtaposition certainly stands.
Bwana has blossomed into an exciting prospect with his range of passing, dribbling and fearlessness in 1v1 situations. In addition to his dazzling footwork and unparalleled composure on the ball, Bwana contributed several wonder-goals for the Huskies, most notably in wins versus Davidson College and UCLA.