Every once in a while Bermuda produces a footballer who is exceptional and everybody wants to see.

Years ago it was Ralph Gumbo Bean, then Andrew Bascome followed by Shaun Goater and now the new kid on the block turning heads is Nahki Wells of Dandy Town.

At the tender age of 19 many see Nahki as the future of Bermuda football. Gifted, talented, skillful, are just a few words that you can use to describe him.

Currently, Nahki is the leading goalscorer in the Premier Division and has helped Hornets reach the top of the table. I had the privilege to talk with Bermuda Under-23 and former Dandy Town coach Scott Morton and Nahki Wells about the young player's success thus far.

Talking briefly with Scott Morton who is Nahki's coach at the under 23 Bermuda level he had this to say about Nahki.

Q: As a coach what makes Nahki a special player?

A: First and foremost he is very humble; he loves to train for improvement and worked extremely hard in his early development to perfect his technical proficiency with either foot.

Q: Nahki is currently the leading goalscorer in the Premier League does this surprise you and why?

A: Not a surprise at all, Nahki has always been the leading scorer in every age division he has competed in, so for me it was only a matter of time.

Q: Just how good is Nahki compared to some of the other footballers you have coached?

A: All players have unique qualities, the ones who consistently strive to master theirs will dominate and that's what has brought Nahki to this present situation in his early career..... the difference between Nahki and other players I've seen overseas his age in terms of their football development is their environment and determination to endure any challenge or obstacle to succeed.

Lastly, coach Morton leaves these parting words about Nahki ¿ In my opinion if Nahki aspires to play at a higher level he must ask himself "what am I prepared to sacrifice to accomplish my goal", then seek others who have travelled along that road before.

Teaching at Whitney, I was fortunate to coach Nahki years ago when he came through the Whitney ranks. Sitting there watching him play I was flabbergasted by his ability.

I hadn't seen anyone as gifted and naturally talented as Nahki since I played with Shaun Goater at Whitney. There was never a doubt in my eyes that Nahki would have Bermuda's football at his feet. What I am most impressed with is his temperament. He is a very level headed, respectable youngster who has a keen ear and is always eager to learn.

Having followed Nahki's success all season with Dandy Town I was curious to find out more about him and his passion for football.

Q: First of all Nahki who is your favorite player and why?

A: Wayne Rooney is my favourite footballer mainly because I feel there is no other player in the world with the amount of talent he has as a whole. He has a high work rate, he is a good finisher, strong on the ball, has a great left and right foot, good passer, a team player, has passion for the game and a team leader, all at the age of 24.

Q: What are your football ambitions?

A: My ambition is to become a professional. It has been my dream since I was a young boy and I will not give up my goal until I have achieved it. I have been working very hard at improving my game as a whole, which is heading, finishing, passing and defending.

By striving to improve it has helped me become more of a mature player on the pitch. I am focused and preparing myself so that when the door opens and I am offered something I will be 100 percent ready.

Q: What has been your secret to success so far this season?

A: There is not really a secret to my success so far this season other then my love for the game. If I was able to play football everyday there would be no hesitation, but I have the likes of school to focus on.

Q: What could you do to improve your game?

A: The two things in my game that I feel I need to improve on are playing faster and my strength on the ball. The game is not that fast here and when you play week in and week out you adapt to the playing style.

I noticed this in my game at times when I have played internationally and abroad on various trips, but I have always been able to manage it due to the other skills I have. If I can improve my strength on the ball I will become even more dangerous. So if those areas of my game can improve I will be that much closer to having the whole package to my game.

Q: Do you have any words of wisdom for the young players who may be looking up to you?

A: Always go for your dreams and go for your dreams as soon as possible. Do not stall and say you will get another chance because that may be your last chance you ever get. I must also say it takes a lot of hard work, but in order for it to pay off you have to stick in it out of the love you have for the game.

In closing, the game of football in Bermuda could do with many more youngsters like Nahki Wells. No, he has not reached the heights of a Ralph Gumbo Bean or an Andrew Bascome yet, but all the signs are there. Wouldn't it be fabulous if in years to come Nahki could go on to bigger and better things?

I leave Nahki and other young football players in Bermuda with this quote, "Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice and most of all, love of what you are doing or learning to do" ¿ Pele