Quincy Notre Dame’s junior forward Sierra Thomas has been selected to the prestigious all-state team by the Illinois High School Soccer Coaches Association, a distinction that underscores her dual impact on offense and defense.
Thomas led the Raiders with ten goals while anchoring the back line as a center defender, a rare combination that reflects both her scoring prowess and tactical discipline.
She becomes the first player from Quincy Notre Dame’s girls program to earn all-state honors since 2019, marking a milestone that has excited coaches and teammates alike.
The recognition extends beyond Thomas, as several local athletes were also celebrated with all-sectional accolades.
Ellison Barnes and Addie Flesch from Quincy Notre Dame, along with Leah Knudson and Avery Morrison from Quincy High, were named to the sectional teams, highlighting the depth of talent across the region.
The Illinois High School Soccer Coaches Association, which administers the awards, praised the selected players for exemplifying excellence on and off the field.
Coaches say Thomas’s leadership has set a new standard for the Raiders, inspiring younger players and reinforcing the program’s upward trajectory.
With the season winding down, the awardees are expected to carry their momentum into upcoming club competitions and college recruitment pathways.