The 2026 girls high school soccer season in central Wisconsin has been marked by a remarkable group of 14 players who earned first‑team all‑conference honors, with several also receiving state‑level accolades. Their achievements span a dozen schools, highlighting the depth of talent across the region.
These athletes hail from communities such as Medford, Merrill, D.C. Everest, Stevens Point, Wausau West, Wisconsin Rapids Lincoln, Marshfield, and Wausau East, each bringing a distinct style of play that helped shape their respective conferences.
Conference Honors Across the Region
Kodi Rappe from Medford stood out as the lone player to earn a first‑team Great Northern selection, while Addelyn Elliot of Merrill was the only Blue Jay to make the 2026 all‑conference team in that league. Brynn Kampmann of D.C. Everest secured a first‑team all‑conference spot in the Wisconsin Valley Conference, and Ariana Aceves also earned first‑team honors in the Great Northern.
Standout Performers
Amelia Castleberg from Stevens Point was named the WVC player of the year and added a second‑team all‑state selection to her résumé. She recorded five hat tricks during the season, a testament to her scoring prowess. Isabelle Stevens, Maddy Weller, Olivia Colwell, and Claire Mitchell from Wisconsin Rapids Lincoln each earned first‑team all‑conference nods in the WVC, while Keira Raab of Marshfield was the sole Tiger to make the first team.
Eliana Schmidt from Wausau East captured first‑team all‑conference consideration in the WVC, and Mercedes Kelly from Wausau West finished as a first‑team all‑conference honoree. Kendall Baneck of Wisconsin Rapids Lincoln also received a first‑team all‑conference selection in that conference.
Goalkeeping Excellence
Binne Braunger from D.C. Everest distinguished herself as an all‑state selection between the posts and earned a first‑team all‑conference nod in the WVC, underscoring the critical role of her position in the team's defensive stability.
Statewide Recognition
Amelia Castleberg’s impact extended beyond conference play; her five hat tricks and player‑of‑the‑year award placed her among the most celebrated athletes of the season, earning her a second‑team all‑state berth that highlighted her statewide influence.
Looking Forward
As these players move toward the next chapter of their athletic careers, their recognitions serve as a benchmark for future talent in central Wisconsin. Coaches and teammates alike anticipate that many will continue to excel at the collegiate level, carrying the momentum of a season defined by excellence and perseverance.