Top five Diski graduates in the PSL so far

The Premier Soccer League and clubs have given well-established players to take the next step towards their future over the years.

It has been the same this season as some youngsters who played in the DStv Diski Challenge last season have a massive opportunity to showcase their talents to the world.

Here we look at the top five players who have announced their arrival in the DStv Premiership from different clubs' developments.

Oshwin Andries [Stellenbosch FC]

Andries has been a marvel to watch this season, scoring a crucial goal for Stellenbosch when they defeated Royal AM 3-1 in September and scooping the man of the match award in that game.

The versatile player can switch from central midfield to defence with ease.

The 19-year-old has featured more than six times this season for coach Steve Barker's team. He was part of the SA Under-23 team that played two Afcon qualifiers against Togo last week.

The youngster has bossed experienced attackers this season and is always involved in Stellies' attacks.

Cassius Mailula [Mamelodi Sundowns]

Mamelodi Sundowns striker Mailula had enjoyed a breakthrough season, catching the eye when he scored a hat-trick when they trounced La Passe of the Seychelles 8-1 in the Caf Champions League.

Mailula was promoted to the Sundowns' first team at the end of August following injury troubles in The Brazilians' attack, which saw new signings Abubeker Nasir and Marcello Allende ruled out, while Peter Shalulile has also been absent in recent matches.

The 21-year-old has gone on and scored six goals in just his first seven appearances.

He has received rave reviews from coach Rhulani Mokwena, who believes the youngster has colossal potential.

Mokwena explained: "He's doing exceptionally well in a very difficult moment for us. We don't talk about the players that are missing, but we are missing almost our entire front line and to play a young boy like Cassius and give him the opportunity that he's getting it's not just good for Mamelodi Sundowns but for South African football."

Olwethu Makhanya [Stellenbosch FC]

Marumo Gallants might not have had a great run last season, but they unearthed a gem in Olwethu Makhanya. The young defender was one of the outstanding players for Gallants. At the end of the season, he was snatched by league champions Stellenbosch FC. This season he has had a couple of appearances in the Diski Challenge, but because of his qualities, the club promoted him to the first team.

Without a doubt, Makhanya is a future Bafana Bafana player. The centre-back featured in Stellenbosch's last five matches, playing three 90 minutes, and came on as a sub twice.

Aphelele Teto [TS Galaxy]

The diminutive midfielder is among the youngsters who took PSL by storm this season and has already shown his capabilities.

The teenager, who cut his teeth in the DStv Diski Challenge, had one of his best games against Mamelodi Sundowns and SuperSport United in the league, keeping their defenders busy. So far, he has made a couple of assists, and a lot is expected from the 19-year-old.

Antonio Van Wyk [Stellenbosch FC]

Stellies have emerged as one of the best teams for unearthing and developing exceptional football talent recently. Maseko seems to be another precious find.

The attacker has enjoyed game time under coach Barker, which has rewarded him with a goal.

Van Wyk is one of those players who will be the talk of the town this season.

His teammate Jaden Adams, SuperSport United midfielder Thapelo Maseko and Danyal Daya of TS Galaxy are also other players worth a mention.