The 2026 high school boys soccer season is scheduled to get underway this week for teams in Class 2A. To prepare fans for the upcoming season, the Deseret News has compiled capsules for every team in 2A. Every coach was invited to participate and submit information.
The region rankings are based on coaches’ preseason projections.
There are five new boys soccer coaches in 2A this year: Dalin Cutler (ALA), Luis Su Martin (Freedom Prep), Eric Lasso (Merit Academy), Aaron Tilley (Utah Military Camp Williams) and Luis Soriano (Wendover).
Here are the 2A teams and players to watch this upcoming season.
2A North
1. American Heritage Patriots
Head coach: Jose Milla Garcia (2nd year)
2025 record: 14-3 (tied for second in Region 2A North with a 4-2 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 2 in 2A
2025 postseason: Lost to Maeser Prep, 3-1, in the 2A championship
2025 offense: 5.4 gpg (No. 1 in 2A)
2025 defense: 0.8 gpg (No. 1 in 2A)
Returning contributors:
- Everton Hughes, Striker, Sr.
- Tanner Brockbank, Defensive Mid, Sr.
- Jackson Black, Centerback/Mid, Jr.
- Alex Bay, Attacking Mid, So.
- Ryan Bay, Midfielder/Right Back, So.
Key newcomers:
- David Melecio, Left Wing/Right Wing, Jr.
- Josue Kajinga, Striker, Jr.
Coach comment: “This group has put in the work, embraced the process, and grown a lot together. If we stay focused on the details and play for each other, we believe this can be a special year.”
2. Maeser Prep Lions
Head coach: Dustin Simmons (16th year)
2025 record: 18-3 (first in Region 2A North with a 6-0 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 1 in 2A
2025 postseason: Beat American Heritage, 3-1, in the 2A championship
2025 offense: 4.2 gpg (No. 3 in 2A)
2025 defense: 1 gpg (No. 2 in 2A)
Returning contributors:
- Gavin Dayton, Defense, Sr.
- Kale Garner, Defense, Sr.
- Noah Johnson, Midfield, Sr.
- Nate Bowler, Midfield, Sr.
- Matty Simmons, Midfield, Sr.
- Seth Johnson, Defense, Jr.
Key newcomers:
- Tyler Reedy, Striker, Jr.
- Joe Memmott, Midfield, Jr.
- Kwadjo Sono-Koree, Midfield, So.
Coach comment: “We’re returning lots of key starters and looking to make another deep run in the playoffs.”
3. St. Joseph Jayhawks
Head coach: David Newman (2nd year)
2025 record: 9-5 (tied for second in Region 2A North with a 4-2 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 4 in 2A
2025 postseason: Lost to Maeser Prep, 3-2, in the 2A semifinals
2025 offense: 4.1 gpg (No. 4 in 2A)
2025 defense: 2.5 gpg (No. 12 in 2A)
Returning contributors:
- Brock Smith, Midfield, Sr.
- Sebastian Guardiola, Forward, Sr.
- Alex Hernandez, Forward, Jr.
Coach comment: “It will be an interesting season, we lost a few seniors last year and will need to focus on how we line up to use the talent we have.”
4. Waterford Ravens
Head coach: Ryan Judd (3rd year)
2025 record: 10-5 (tied for second in Region 2A North with a 4-2 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 8 in 2A
2025 postseason: Lost to Maeser Prep, 2-1, in the 2A quarterfinals
2025 offense: 2.9 gpg (No. 8 in 2A)
2025 defense: 1.7 gpg (No. 6 in 2A)
Returning contributors:
- Simeon Paul, Wing, Sr.
- Izel Zavala, MF, Sr.
- Aaron Cao, Wing, Jr.
- Robert Badillo-Gonzales, Forward, Jr.
- Xavi Faraji, MF, So.
- Camden Judd, MF, So.
- Hunter Marshall, Forward, So.
- Jack Pead, Defense, So.
Key newcomers:
- James Kirkham, MF, Jr.
- Joaquin Pont, GK, Jr.
Coach comment: “Waterford has several returning players in the attacking half of the field, but will need to find ways to establish a reliable back line.”
5. Rowland Hall Winged Lions
Head coach: Joe Murray (6th year)
2025 record: 6-8 (fifth in Region 2A North with a 2-4 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 10 in 2A
2025 postseason: Lost to American Heritage, 1-0, in the 2A quarterfinals
2025 offense: 1.2 gpg (No. 17 in 2A)
2025 defense: 2.2 gpg (No. 9 in 2A)
Returning contributors:
- Noa Fukushima, Defender, Sr.
- Fran Fierro, Midfielder, Jr.
- Miles Li, Forward, So.
Coach comment: “Excited to continue last year’s rebuild with a strong incoming freshman class.”
6. South Summit Wildcats
Head coach: Byron Ames (5th year)
2025 record: 6-11 (tied for fourth in Region 13 with a 2-8 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 11 in 3A
2025 postseason: Lost to Morgan, 8-0, in the 3A second round
2025 offense: 1.7 gpg (No. 12 in 3A)
2025 defense: 3.1 gpg (No. 11 in 3A)
Coach comment: “We have a young team this year, but we have some incredible returning and new players who should help us bring excitement and a high level of play.”
7. Draper APA Eagles
Head coach: Josh Lockwood (4th year)
2025 record: 3-8 (seventh in Region 2A North with a 0-6 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 13 in 2A
2025 postseason: Lost to St. Joseph, 6-3, in the 2A second round
2025 offense: 2.3 gpg (No. 12 in 2A)
2025 defense: 2.9 gpg (No. 13 in 2A)
Returning contributors:
- Santiago Rodriguez-Hamon
- Juan Giraldo
- Paul Makoma
- Jonathan Ramirez
- Ethan McLaughlin
Key newcomers:
- Evel Hernandez
- Lionel Makoma
- Eyad Mosleh
- Daniel Morales
8. American Leadership Eagles
Head coach: Dalin Cutler (1st year)
2025 record: 3-7 (sixth in Region 2A North with a 1-5 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 11 in 2A
2025 postseason: Lost to South Sevier, 4-1 in PKs, in the 2A second round
2025 offense: 2.2 gpg (No. 13 in 2A)
2025 defense: 2 gpg (No. 8 in 2A)
Additional info not provided
9. Intermountain Christian Lions
Head coach: Sam Begg (6th year)
2025 record: 7-7 (second in Region 2A Central with a 6-2 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 9 in 2A
2025 postseason: Lost to Waterford, 4-0, in the 2A second round
2025 offense: 3.4 gpg (No. 5 in 2A)
2025 defense: 3.1 gpg (No. 15 in 2A)
Coach comment: “Looking forward to competing in a new region.”
10. Utah Military Hillfield Thunderbirds
Head coach: Nick Lopez (5th year)
2025 record: 5-8 (fourth in Region 2A Central with a 4-5 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 15 in 2A
2025 postseason: Lost to Parowan, 3-2, in the 2A first round
2025 offense: 2.2 gpg (No. 14 in 2A)
2025 defense: 3.4 gpg (No. 17 in 2A)
Returning contributors:
- Teagan Scharp, Midfielder/Forward, Sr.
- Pedro Flores, Midfielder/Defender/Forward, Sr.
- Christopher Echeverria, Midfielder/Forward, Sr.
- Dominic Trujillo, Forward, Sr.
- Shahiddullah Fahim, Forward/Midfielder, Sr.
- Alfonso Romo, Midfielder, Sr.
- Ian Patino, Forward, Sr.
- William Phillips, Goalkeeper, Sr.
- Alexander Schultz, Defender, Jr.
- Landen Lopez, Goalkeeper, So.
- Keaton Bambrough, Defender, So.
- Franco Negrete, Defender, So.
- Clark Guzman, Forward/Midfielder, So.
- William Reinier, Midfielder/Forward, So.
- Ariel Ramirez, Midfielder, So.
- Marco Agostini, Midfielder/Forward, So.
- Tanner Larsen, Defender, So.
- Ryder Hill, Midfielder, So.
Key newcomers:
- Allan Njeri, Defender/Midfielder, Sr.
- Aiden Stroud, Forward, Sr.
- Christopher Davis, Midfielder, Jr.
- Nicolás Córdoba, Defender, So.
- Brayan Trejo, Defender/Midfielder, Fr.
- Grayson Heiner, Forward/Midfielder, Fr.
- Ori Thames, Defender, Fr.
- Isaiah Rodriguez, Midfielder, Fr.
- Nathan Romero, Midfielder, Fr.
- Sebastian McBride, Forward, Fr.
- Lucas Kolonic, Midfielder, Fr.
Coach comment: “They’re laser-focused on making this one of the greatest seasons our school has ever had. We’re dedicating this season to our teammate. We carry him with us every time we step on the field.”
2A Central
1. Merit Academy Knights
Head coach: Dallin Steinman (1st year)
2025 record: 11-5 (first in Region 2A Central with a 10-0 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 5 in 2A
2025 postseason: Lost to St. Joseph, 10-2, in the 2A quarterfinals
2025 offense: 4.9 gpg (No. 2 in 2A)
2025 defense: 2.4 gpg (No. 11 in 2A)
Additional info not provided
2. APA West Valley Eagles
Head coach: Bryan Russ (2nd year)
2025 record: 6-8 (third in Region 2A Central with a 5-3 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 12 in 2A
2025 postseason: Lost to Merit Prep, 3-1, in the 2A second round
2025 offense: 3.3 gpg (No. 6 in 2A)
2025 defense: 1.8 gpg (No. 7 in 2A)
Additional info not provided
3. Wasatch Academy Tigers
Head coach: Anthony Monticello (4th year)
2025 record: 5-7 (fifth in Region 2A Central with a 4-4 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 17 in 2A
2025 postseason: Lost to Maeser Prep, 8-0, in the 2A second round
2025 offense: 2.7 gpg (No. 9 in 2A)
2025 defense: 4.3 gpg (No. 19 in 2A)
Additional info not provided
4. Freedom Prep Academy Eagles
Head coach: Luis Su Martin (1st year)
2025 record: 3-11 (sixth in Region 2A Central with a 3-5 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 16 in 2A
2025 postseason: Lost to Wasatch Academy, 5-1, in the 2A first round
2025 offense: 1.9 gpg (No. 15 in 2A)
2025 defense: 5.7 gpg (No. 20 in 2A)
Additional info not provided
5. Wendover Wildcats
Head coach: Luis Soriano (1st year)
2025 record: 1-12 (seventh in Region 2A Central with a 1-6 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 21 in 2A
2025 postseason: Lost to APA West Valley, 8-0, in the 2A first round
2025 offense: 0.4 gpg (No. 22 in 2A)
2025 defense: 6.8 gpg (No. 21 in 2A)
Additional info not provided
6. Utah Military Camp Williams Marauders
Head coach: Aaron Tilley (1st year)
Returning contributors:
- Tycen Squire, GK, Sr.
- Tate Pearson, Defense, Sr.
- Cody Duncan, Forward, Sr.
- Coleman Berlin, Midfield, Jr.
- Carlos Lopez, Midfield, Jr.
- Greysen Morwood, Defense, So.
- Wyatt Ross, Defense, So.
- Cohen Mcgee, Wing, So.
- Donavan Jensen, Midfield/Forward, So.
Key newcomers:
- Heitor Cardoso, Wing, Fr.
Coach comment: “We had a mostly very young team last year that gained valuable experience. We are excited to have those young and now more experienced guys back.”
7. Telos Titans
Head coach: Kyle Conant (1st year)
2025 record: 0-9 (eighth in Region 2A Central with a 0-8 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 22 in 2A
2025 postseason: Lost to ALA, 14-0, in the 2A first round
2025 offense: 0.6 gpg (No. 21 in 2A)
2025 defense: 7.8 gpg (No. 22 in 2A)
Additional info not provided
2A South
1. Grand Red Devils
Head coach: Laura Reed (5th year)
2025 record: 15-3 (first in Region 2A South with a 11-1 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 3 in 2A
2025 postseason: Lost to American Heritage, 4-0, in the 2A semifinals
2025 offense: 3 gpg (No. 7 in 2A)
2025 defense: 1.2 gpg (No. 4 in 2A)
Returning contributors:
- Brayden Hughes, Defense, Sr.
- Noah Laprade, Midfield, Jr.
- Preston Packard, Goalie, Jr.
Key newcomers:
- Jesus Gonzalez, Striker, Fr.
- Will Laprade, Defense, Fr.
Coach comment: “We are looking forward to the great season and hoping to continue our region success and find a way to get into the finals.”
2. Gunnison Valley Bulldogs
Head coach: Jaxon Christenson (2nd year)
2025 record: 9-5 (third in Region 2A South with a 9-3 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 7 in 2A
2025 postseason: Lost to Rowland Hall, 2-1, in the 2A second round
2025 offense: 2.4 gpg (No. 11 in 2A)
2025 defense: 1.2 gpg (No. 3 in 2A)
Returning contributors:
- Chase Maples, CB/RW/LW, Sr.
- John Adam Jackson, CB, Sr.
- Garrett Carter, CDM, Sr.
- Talon Van Dyke, CM/CDM, Jr.
- Broadie Brock, CAM/CM, Jr.
- Omar Carlos Avila, RB, Jr.
Key newcomers:
- Lennox Mechelke, RW/LW/ST, Sr.
Coach comment: “We are looking to building on last season only after losing one senior. We have a strong confident group.”
3. Beaver Beavers
Head coach: Pancho Chavez (10th year)
2025 record: 5-10 (fourth in Region 2A South with a 4-8 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 14 in 2A
2025 postseason: Lost to Grand, 3-1, in the 2A second round
2025 offense: 1.7 gpg (No. 16 in 2A)
2025 defense: 2.3 gpg (No. 10 in 2A)
Returning contributors:
- It’s too soon to tell.
Key newcomers:
- It is too soon to tell.
Coach comment: “Despite lacking experience the kids are eager to play and making the most of it. We look forward to playing in such a strong region in hopes to gain quality experience for the future.”
4. South Sevier Rams
Head coach: Greg Northrup (3rd year)
2025 record: 11-5 (second in Region 2A South with a 10-2 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 6 in 2A
2025 postseason: Lost to Grand, 2-1, in the 2A quarterfinals
2025 offense: 2.6 gpg (No. 10 in 2A)
2025 defense: 1.6 gpg (No. 5 in 2A)
Returning contributors:
- Morgan Smith, Defense, Sr.
- Dante Madsen, Utility, Sr.
- Lance Butler, Defense, Sr.
- Kray Shakspear, Defense, Jr.
- Zeke Northrup, Midfield, Jr.
- Whit Nielson, Midfield, Jr.
- Carter Johnson, Forward, Jr.
Coach comment: “We look forward to a great season and I expect good things from the team this year.”
5. Millard Eagles
Head coach: Aaron Trejo (5th year)
2025 record: 3-12 (tied for fifth in Region 2A South with a 3-9 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 20 in 2A
2025 postseason: Lost to Draper APA, 4-1, in the 2A first round
2025 offense: 0.7 gpg (No. 20 in 2A)
2025 defense: 3.3 gpg (No. 16 in 2A)
Additional info not provided
6. Parowan Rams
Head coach: Tom Carlisle (8th year)
2025 record: 4-12 (tied for fifth in Region 2A South with a 3-9 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 18 in 2A
2025 postseason: Lost to American Heritage, 7-0, in the 2A second round
2025 offense: 1.1 gpg (No. 18 in 2A)
2025 defense: 3 gpg (No. 14 in 2A)
Returning contributors:
- McCoy Leydsman, Defense, Sr.
- Adam Howser, Forward, Sr.
- Wesley Howser, Defensive Mid, Sr.
- Ainsley Morales, Forward, Jr.
- Maddax Jackson, Defense/GK, Jr.
- Adam Thatcher, Midfield, So.
Key newcomers:
- Ben Hulet, GK, Jr.
- Andrew Nelson, Defense, Fr.
- Kyle Miller, Defense, So.
- Kaden Feller, Forward, So.
Coach comment: “We are very optimistic this season. We have a promising crop of young players coming up and several of last years key players.”
7. San Juan Broncos
Head coach: Jay Jones (9th year)
2025 record: 2-12 (seventh in Region 2A South with a 2-10 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 19 in 2A
2025 postseason: Lost to Beaver, 3-0, in the 2A first round
2025 offense: 0.8 gpg (No. 19 in 2A)
2025 defense: 3.6 gpg (No. 18 in 2A)
Coach comment: “We are very excited about this season. We have the best team talent that we have had since starting the program years ago.”
8. Enterprise Wolves
Head coach: “Justin Liebetrau (1st year)
First year participating