Brielle Archer, a junior forward for the Hoggard Vikings, was crowned the StarNews All‑Area Girls Soccer Player of the Year after a breakout season in which she netted 32 goals, the most by any player in the county this decade.
The Vikings closed the year with a 19‑2‑1 record, capping the campaign with a historic run that included an undefeated stretch against regional rivals and a 15‑shutout tally that underscored their defensive dominance.
A Season Defined by Excellence
Their 4.7 goals per game average propelled the team to a first‑ever appearance in the NCHSAA state championship match since 2010, a milestone that thrilled fans across Wilmington and beyond.
Archer’s three hat tricks punctuated the schedule, and her consistency earned her a place on the North Carolina Soccer Coaches All‑State squad, sealing a verbal commitment to continue her career at North Carolina State.
Coach Andy Dabbs highlighted the senior‑laden roster’s unity, noting that the squad’s chemistry and relentless work ethic turned a promising season into a landmark achievement for the program.