The Cheboygan Chiefs soccer program is entering its second year under head coach Ryan Davis, a tenure marked by steady progress despite a win‑less record in the recent season. The team finished 2025 with a more competitive showing, laying groundwork for a hopeful 2026 campaign.
Returning Talent and New Roles
Four athletes will anchor the squad: sophomore defender Sabastian Schittekat, who earned an all‑Northern Shores Conference honorable mention and will captain the back line; junior forward‑midfielder Hayden Wheelock, the team’s top scorer last year with seven goals and two assists; junior midfielder Trenton LaHaie, whose experience and physical presence have made him a natural leader; and junior defender Landon Tebo, a 2025 captain who helped solidify the defense.
The departure of former standout Brady Lockwood, who graduated after the 2025 season, opens space for younger players such as Hunter Lockwood, a junior who impressed as an attacking sophomore and now aims to expand his midfield responsibilities.
Coach Davis emphasizes development over immediate results, focusing on building chemistry among the returning core while integrating fresh talent. He notes that the squad’s blend of defensive solidity and offensive versatility could translate into more wins when the schedule unfolds.
With a schedule that tests both tactical discipline and resilience, the Chiefs hope to translate their off‑field camaraderie into on‑field success, aiming to finish the season with a record that reflects the progress made under Davis’s guidance.