The 2026 Wisconsin Soccer Coaches Association all‑state teams have been released, spotlighting a wave of talent from across the state. Selections were announced this week, recognizing both first‑team standouts and those earning second‑team or honorable‑mention honors.
Local Heroes Take Center Stage
Emily Urban, a senior defender from Kimberly, earned a place on the first team and was also chosen as the Fox Valley Association player of the year. Her leadership anchored a defense that helped her side to a season of clean sheets, and the honor underscores her status as one of the state’s most reliable backliners.
Other local standouts also received recognition. Kennedy Ebben and Adaiah Rezachek were named to the all‑state second team, while Macie Brosteau, Brinley Dunsirn, Charlee King, Emi Kuhn, Claire Zulewski, and Aubrey Friendshuh earned honorable‑mention accolades. Each of these players contributed significantly to their respective programs throughout a competitive campaign.
Amara Leppla from Hartland Arrowhead was named the state’s player of the year, capping a season in which she topped the Fox River Classic Conference scoring charts. Her offensive prowess was evident in multiple match‑winning performances, drawing praise from coaches and teammates alike.
A Deep Pool of Talent
The honor roll extends beyond the immediate circle of awardees. Names such as Brailey Baxter, Meghan Gavigan, Madonna Helf, Keira Kimbrough, Jaylah Moore, Noelle Rauwolf, Gabi Retana, Avery Roethe, Kylie Steel, and many others were listed among the first‑team selections, while a lengthy roster of honorable‑mention players includes Amelia Castleberg, Lucy Colvin, Mika Jelinski, Nola Maughan, Savannah Mittelstaedt, Veronica Street, and numerous additional standouts. Their collective impact reflects the depth of high‑school soccer talent throughout Wisconsin.
Coaches and analysts say the breadth of talent bodes well for the future of the sport in the region. With college recruitments on the horizon and club programs expanding, the next few years could see these players transitioning to higher levels of competition, potentially reshaping the state’s collegiate soccer landscape.