Nearijah Best
Current Club
Histon FC
LEFT BACK
Nearijah is a dynamic fullback who excels at contributing both defensively and offensively. He is a vocal leader with excellent game-reading abilities and the versatility to play across the back line, as well as in left midfield or defensive midfield when required. Nearijah’s vision and passing range stand out, delivering accurate crosses, set pieces, and incisive through balls. He also boasts exceptional defensive awareness and outstanding endurance.
Athlete Information
Current Club: Histon FC
Previous Club(s): Foxton Dynamos, Royston Town Youth FC, Cambridge City, Milton Sky Blue, St Ives Blue socks.
Athletic Achievements: Foxton Chairman Award (2024/25), Histon Most Improved (2023/24), Thurlow Nunn League winners (2024/25), Histon Eastern Junior Alliance Winners (2023/24), Histon Semi-professional debut (2024/25), Cambridge Colts League Winners (2020/21), Cambridge League Cup Winners (2020/21), Cambridge City Player’s Player (2021/22), Foxton FCs Clubman (2019/20), Clubman (2018/19), Playmaker Award (2019/20), Parents Player (2019/20), Most Assists (2018/19).
Academic Information
Study Major Preference: Economics
GPA: 3.1
English Language - B
English Literature - B
Mathematics - A
History - C
Business - C
Biology - B
Chemistry - C
Physics - B
Physical Education - C
Placement Year
Fall 2026
Gender
Male
Date of Birth
October 24, 2007
Place of Birth
United Kingdom
Height
5 foot 11 inches
Weight
163 lbs
Preferred Foot
Left