A Season of Records and Commitments
The 2026 all‑Livingston County girls soccer team has been unveiled, and the selections read like a who’s who of the region’s most promising talent. Hartland and Brighton, two programs that have consistently pushed each other to the top, accounted for the majority of the honorees, underscoring the depth of competition that defines the county’s soccer landscape.
Among the newcomers, Izzy Armstrong made an immediate impact after transferring from Novi. In her lone season with Hartland she recorded 15 goals and six assists, a tally that quickly placed her among the team’s most dangerous attackers.
Brighton’s own Maya Bjedov matched that production with 15 goals and five assists, earning the title of the team’s top scorer. Addison Elliott contributed two goals and two assists while establishing herself as a two‑way force, and Gracie Kastamo added ten goals and five assists, marking her second consecutive season of double‑digit scoring.
Defensive excellence was also on display. Eva Larson anchored a Hartland backline that posted eight straight shutouts and finished the year with 14 clean sheets in 23 appearances. Goalie Anna Brown‑Nall, a three‑year starter, stopped 71 % of the shots she faced, providing stability between the posts.
The season also featured standout midfielders and playmakers. Claire L’Sperance shifted into a more defensive role while still contributing nine goals and ten assists, while her sister Elise logged nine goals and 13 assists in her first full varsity campaign. Kate Malachino was Brighton’s second‑leading scorer with 11 goals and nine assists, and Alexis Martin earned the district’s top defender honor, committing to Indiana University’s club program.
Looking ahead, several players are already planning their next steps. Paige Sundman, who delivered game‑winning goals in key matches, will continue her career at Northern Michigan University, while others eye opportunities at the collegiate level.