Tennessean Names 2023 Boys Soccer Players of the Year
The Tennessean has unveiled its annual Players of the Year for the TSSAA boys soccer season, spotlighting the athletes who defined the campaign and inviting fans to vote for their favorite candidate.
Zach Arradi earned a place on both the All‑Region 4‑AAA and All‑District 8‑AAA teams after a season that saw him net 14 goals and dish out 22 assists, underscoring his dual threat on the pitch.
Eduardo Carreira contributed eight goals and seven assists, helping Webb reach the state tournament and cementing his role as a key playmaker for his side.
Ryan Hendon was the driving force behind Station Camp’s second state championship, delivering 49 goals and seven assists that propelled the team to the top of the standings.
Midfield Mastery and Attack
Simon Hetrick anchored the Raptors’ midfield, finishing the year with nine goals that helped shape the team’s tactical balance.
Caleb Moss added 12 goals and eight assists, a combination that proved pivotal as Franklin advanced to the Class AAA state semifinals.
Aiden Pierpoint shattered Page’s single‑season goal record with 36 strikes and five assists, a performance that left opponents scrambling to contain his threat.
Matheus Poubel led the Feet attack with 26 goals and nine assists, guiding Webb to the DII‑A state semifinals and showcasing his scoring prowess.
Defensive Excellence
Connor Shave was instrumental in Ravenwood’s run to the Class AAA state title, limiting opponents to just nine goals throughout the season and earning recognition for his stewardship between the posts.
Elijah van der Heijden helped Hillsboro capture a district title, posting 13 shutouts and allowing only 14 goals, a testament to his reliability between the sticks.
Logan Williamson anchored the Lions’ defense, which conceded just nine goals in 19 games, a feat that earned him DII‑A District 3 Defender of the Year honors.
Bo Robbins was named DII‑AA Middle Region MVP after scoring 16 goals and contributing to nine shutouts, highlighting his all‑around impact.
Aidan Wells led the Bruins’ attack with 17 goals and seven assists, capturing District 10‑AAA Offensive Player of the Year accolades.
The Tennessean’s coverage also ties into broader collegiate soccer networks, linking local talent to institutions such as Wofford, Lipscomb, West Florida, Belmont, Mississippi College, Dartmouth, Berry College and Colorado School of Mines, where many of these players continue their careers.