The Cheatham County Exchange has unveiled its 2026 All‑County Boys Soccer Team, honoring the standout performers from across the county. Leading the list is Sycamore High senior Dominik Gutierrez, who was crowned Most Valuable Player after a record‑breaking season.
A Season to Remember
Gutierrez finished the year with 37 goals, establishing a new school mark, and added five assists while guiding the Sycamore squad to its first sectional appearance and a region championship. His impact earned him not only the MVP award but also recognitions as Regular‑Season MVP and Region Tournament MVP.
The All‑County roster reflects a deep pool of talent, with four players hailing from Sycamore High, four from Cheatham County Central High and three from Harpeth High. Each school contributed key contributors who helped shape a competitive and balanced team.
Among the notable performances, Ovel Arnold also from Sycamore posted 16 goals and nine assists, while goalkeeper Riley Barnes recorded 154 saves, averaging 7.3 per game. Midfielders Cillian Carmack and Phillip Smith added 6 goals with 14 assists and 6 goals with 10 assists respectively, underscoring the offensive depth.
Emerging Stars Across the County
Defensive standouts such as Isaac Mattox from Harpeth notched 46 steals and eight blocked shots, and Noah Zerkle committed to King University after delivering 25 steals, seven assists and a strong defensive presence. The breadth of talent across the county signals a promising future for these young athletes.