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Several Houston‑area high school football athletes are on the brink of shattering long‑standing records, from touchdown milestones to coaching wins, as the 2026 season looms.
The Times-Union's All-Quarter Century team honors the top boys soccer players from Northeast Florida, highlighting Gatorade award winners, state champions, and their pathways to collegiate and professional success.
Xavier Sabb, a Gatorade Player of the Year from New Jersey, chose Oregon over Alabama, joining a wave of elite commitments that reshapes the Ducks' 2027 class.
Freshman guard Jordan Smith Jr., a five‑star recruit and McDonald’s All‑American, is set to headline Arkansas’s talented 2026‑27 roster, with analysts predicting a potential No. 1 NBA draft pick.
Maddie DiMaria, a junior at Cor Jesu Academy in Affton, Missouri, has been named the 2025‑26 Gatorade National Girls Soccer Player of the Year, the only player to win the award as both a freshman and a junior, after leading her team to a flawless 25‑0 season and earning youth caps with the U.S. national side.
At 17, Maddie DiMaria has been honored as the 2025‑26 Gatorade National Girls Soccer Player of the Year after a dominant season that saw her net 67 goals and guide her team to an unbeaten state championship.
With the final games decided, fans are voting for the state's top baseball talent, spotlighting a roster of standout athletes who led their teams to championship runs.
The annual poll, sponsored by Gatorade and supported by local schools, highlights three seniors whose remarkable stats and championship successes have captured regional attention.
Saltillo’s Lynley McCarley was named the 2025‑26 Gatorade Mississippi Girls Soccer Player of the Year after leading her team to a fourth straight state championship and posting a career‑high 22 shutouts.
Addysen Gasser, a senior defender from South Anchorage, was named the 2026 Gatorade Alaska Player of the Year after a dominant season that saw her team finish 20‑0 and capture the state championship.
Isabel “Isa” Vasco, a senior at Green River High School, has been named the 2025‑26 Gatorade Wyoming Girls Soccer Player of the Year, the first girls soccer player in school history to receive the honor, and will continue her career at the University of Wyoming.
Maeve Staunton’s standout performance on the field and dedication off it have been recognized with the prestigious Gatorade Connecticut Girls Soccer Player of the Year award.
Ethan Armstrong’s 0.21 ERA, 70 strikeouts and .388 batting average lead the Cougars to a 30‑6 record, culminating in a district championship start that cemented his status as the state’s top baseball prospect.
Brody Pike’s stellar season earned him the state’s top honor, capping a career that delivered 102 goals, 68 assists and two consecutive state championships.
Owen Jenkins, a Helena Capital goalkeeper, earns Gatorade Montana player of the year honors after leading his team to the state semifinals and preparing for college at Seattle Pacific University.
Tanner Nichols led Madison Central to an unbeaten campaign and a state title, earning the prestigious Gatorade honor for the 2025‑26 season.
Kade Luker, a two‑way star from Cedar Creek, dominated both pitching and hitting, earning All‑Northeast Louisiana honors, Gatorade Player of the Year, and leading his team toward its first LHSAA championship since 2014.
Jaxson Davis, a two‑time Illinois Gatorade Player of the Year, announced his commitment to Kentucky, bringing a Maxey‑style skill set and joining guard Ryan Hampton in a 2027 class that also includes other top recruits.
The 2026 USA Women’s U18 roster combines top‑ranked prospects and college commitments as the team eyes a twelfth consecutive gold medal at the FIBA U18 Women’s AmeriCup in Mexico.
Fairfield Prep shortstop Ryan Ventrelle has been crowned the 2026 Gatorade Connecticut Baseball Player of the Year, recognizing his dual-threat performance on the diamond and his commitment off it.
In just her second year, Coach Jaime Land guided the Braves to a 16‑1 season and a state flag‑football title, while also reaching 100 career wins in basketball, illustrating a commitment to teamwork, integrity and mentorship.
Williamstown High School’s Jaime Land, a health and physical education teacher, has been recognized as the Philadelphia Eagles High School Girls Flag Football Coach of the Week after steering the Braves to a championship and a standout season.
Top-ranked high school basketball prospect Olivia Vukosa begins summer session at UConn, bringing a decorated high school résumé, elite travel experience, and family support to the campus community.
A look at the top ten high school girls soccer players from the South Shore, their college and professional achievements, and the lasting influence they have had on the sport.