The APP preseason All‑Shore girls soccer team for the 2026‑27 season has been announced, spotlighting the conference’s most promising returning talent. From explosive forwards to lockdown defenders, the lineup reflects a blend of proven excellence and rising potential that fans can expect to shape the upcoming campaign.
Offensive Catalysts
Leah DiCillo anchored Central’s Golden Eagles with 9 goals and 11 assists, steering the side to the South Group 4 championship game and the SCT quarterfinals. Joining her, Jordyn Sullivan – the reigning Asbury Park Press Player of the Year – doubled her sophomore output with 32 goals last season, while Riley Kapler, a South Carolina commit, contributed 11 goals and 9 assists, guiding Middletown South to the North Group 3 semifinals. Kennedy Wallace, headed to the University of South Carolina, posted 13 goals and 14 assists, and Megan Farrell, bound for West Chester University, added 9 goals and 3 assists as Wall secured a playoff victory. Kailyn Fitzgerald, a West Point commit, paced Trinity Hall with 16 goals and 7 assists, including the decisive strike in playoff matchups, and Makenzie Memmolo, Howell’s all‑time assist leader, continued her double‑digit scoring streak with 46 career goals. Freshman sensation Morgan Notaro erupted for 14 goals and 3 assists, propelling Freehold Township to a Central Group 4 title.
Defensive Pillars and Goalkeeping
On the back end, Samantha Price emerged as Wall’s defensive anchor and offensive threat, notching 2 goals and 3 assists while helping the team reach the SCT second round and Group 2 quarterfinals. Samantha Mierzwiak, committed to Red Bank Catholic, posted nine shutouts, including clean sheets against St. John Vianney and Rumson‑Fair Haven, and contributed two assists. Gabby Garofalo, an Iona recruit, formed the defensive backbone of Shore Regional, integral to the squad’s Central Group 1 championship and state title in 2023, adding six assists. In goal, Addison Frulio distinguished herself as Central’s junior keeper, allowing just one goal in the first nine games and posting 16 clean sheets a year ago, cementing her status as one of the conference’s premier net‑minders.
With a blend of seasoned leaders and emerging stars, the 2026‑27 All‑Shore preseason team sets a high bar for competition. Expectations are sky‑high as these athletes bring proven clutch performances, versatility, and a hunger for success that should translate into a thrilling season across the Shore Conference.