2026 KMAland Iowa Girls Soccer Awards Celebrate Excellence
The 2026 KMAland Iowa Conference Girls Soccer Awards have been announced, honoring the finest talent across the Hawkeye Ten, Western Iowa, Missouri River Activities and West Central Activities leagues. The recognition spans offensive and defensive honors, goalkeeping excellence, coaching accolades and class‑year distinctions, highlighting a season rich with competitive spirit.
Among the standout performers, Ellie Larmie of St. Albert captured the Offensive Player of the Year award in the Hawkeye Ten, while teammate Lexie Darrington added Defensive Player of the Year and Goalkeeper of the Year, forming a dominant duo for the Saint Albert squad. Coach Chris Hughes was named Coach of the Year, underscoring the program’s strong leadership.
In the Western Iowa Conference, Madi McCall from Missouri Valley earned both Offensive Player of the Year and Freshman of the Year, while Zoey Zadalis of Treynor was celebrated as Defensive Player of the Year, Goalkeeper of the Year and Senior of the Year, reflecting a rare combination of skill and leadership. Coach Kourtney Murphy also received Coach of the Year honors for the conference.
The Missouri River Activities Conference saw Jaida Douch of Bishop Heelan named Offensive Player of the Year and Senior of the Year, with Baylee Reyes taking Defensive Player of the Year and Clare Jacobs earning Goalkeeper of the Year. Shawn Mansfield was recognized as Coach of the Year, and Morgan Beamon from Sioux City North received Junior of the Year honors.
Across the West Central Activities Conference, Morgan Crees of Panorama secured Offensive Player of the Year and Senior of the Year, while Kira Roberts of Des Moines Christian earned Defensive Player of the Year. Josie Bemis from Van Meter was named Goalkeeper of the Year, and Jamie Price of Des Moines Christian received Coach of the Year recognition. Additional awardees included Addilynn Richter of West Central Valley (Junior of the Year), Mady Schnell of Van Meter (Sophomore of the Year) and Kailee Kautzky (Freshman of the Year).
Community Impact and Future Outlook
The awards not only spotlight individual achievement but also reflect the strength of the schools and communities that nurture these athletes. Institutions such as St. Albert, Kuemper Catholic, Lewis Central, Harlan, Missouri Valley, Treynor, Riverside, Bishop Heelan, Sioux City North, Sergeant Bluff‑Luton, Panorama, Des Moines Christian, Van Meter and West Central Valley continue to produce competitive programs that contribute to the broader Iowa soccer landscape.
With a new crop of freshmen and sophomores already making their mark, the upcoming seasons promise fresh narratives and heightened competition. Fans and coaches alike anticipate how these recognized players will build on their accolades and guide their teams toward future championships.