Eugene‑Springfield’s 2026 Soccer Landscape
The upcoming 2026 OSAA boys high school soccer season in the Eugene‑Springfield area is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated in recent memory, with a deep pool of talent returning from last year’s championship‑contending teams.
Coaches across the Southwest Conference and Midwestern League have identified a handful of standout athletes who are expected to anchor their squads, blending proven experience with fresh energy.
Key Returning Forwards and Attackers
Mason Allenbaugh of South Eugene, who earned first‑team all‑Southwest Conference honors and helped his team capture the league title in 2025, returns as a prolific forward, while Alonzo Reyes from Churchill, a Class 5A third‑team all‑state selection, looks to build on his senior year.
South Eugene’s Henry DeJong will assume the starting goalkeeper role after Joey Lacey’s graduation, aiming to defend the league crown, and Zaydin Morscheck from Springfield, the league’s top returning keeper, is expected to be a wall between the posts.
Defensive Pillars and Midfield Engines
Canaan Burke of Willamette anchored a defense that advanced to the Class 6A second round, and Rylan Dye‑Blondell of Sheldon earned first‑team all‑conference recognition as a defender, guiding the Irish to a state playoff appearance.
Midfielders such as Luca Burns, a 10th‑grader who secured second‑team all‑conference honors, and Easton Sankey from Springfield, one of only two sophomores to make the first‑team all‑Midwestern League, are poised to control the tempo.
Donovan Wilson, a junior playing for the Portland Timbers Academy, will add academy experience to the Axe team’s midfield, while Davis Weed from Willamette, a sophomore honoree, is projected to excel in his upcoming junior season.
New Faces and Transfer Impact
Aaron Familio, a transfer from Roseburg, arrives at South Eugene with second‑team all‑conference accolades, bringing a fresh perspective to the attack, while Luca Burns, already noted for his midfield performance, continues to rise.
The depth of talent extends to players like Aren Schneiter from Central Linn, a junior who earned second‑team all‑state recognition and led the Cobras to a 7‑5‑1 record, and Easton Sankey, whose sophomore breakthrough hints at a bright future.
With such a blend of seasoned leaders and emerging stars, the 2026 season promises competitive matchups, potential upsets, and a strong chance for local teams to contend for state titles.