I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: Rocket League is a 'tier 1' esport. Amassing record-breaking numbers in prize pools, viewership and world-class sponsorships across regional and international competitions, there is no better time to tune in than now.

With that said, it can be daunting for newcomers to engage with the community or even pick a team to cheer for. Fret not, fellow rocketeer, as here are the top 10 best Rocket League players heading into the year 2022.

10. Atomic from Team Envy

At only 18 years of age and as clutch as one can be, Massimo "Atomic" Franceschi is leading the charge in Envy taking the Texas-based organisation to the top of the North American region.

The pro is entering his third year in the league and has only been formerly a part of three rosters so far, something to credit him for as transfers, releases and retirements are common in that time span.

Mechanics that place him in the right place, right time every single game, Atomic is a menace both on defence and offence – so much so, that NA teams are fighting tooth and nail for the 18-year-old to join their rosters.

9. JKnaps from G2 Esports

The longest-tenured samurai, Jacob “JKnaps” Knapman has been with the organisation since 2017 and is yet to let the foot off the gas pedal. Picking up Reed “Chicago” Wilen and making up for Dillon “Rizzo” Rizzo’s retirement with super sub-now-super starter Andres "Dreaz" Jordan, the Knap Man has been a constant for G2.

Recently winning their first RLCS championship in the third regional of the North American season, JKnaps and co. aren’t planning on stopping anytime soon.