Anna Maxim Named Large School Girls Soccer Player of the Year
Anna Maxim’s standout season, marked by eight goals, clutch playoff moments and academic excellence, earned her The Telegraph’s top honor.
Aug 2, 2026
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Anna Maxim’s Remarkable Senior Season Leads Edwardsville to State Triumph
Anna Maxim, a senior midfielder for Edwardsville’s girls soccer team, combined athletic dominance with academic distinction, guiding her squad to a sectional title and a state tournament berth while preparing for a biomedical engineering degree at Florida.
Jul 29, 2026
Will Rakers Leads Griffins to Historic Season
Will Rakers' junior season sees the Griffins clinch a fifth regional title, with the forward poised to lead the team to even greater heights next year.
Jul 9, 2026
Mark Heiderscheid Steps Down After 26 Seasons, Ending a Storied Coaching Era
After 26 years at the helm of Edwardsville’s soccer program, Mark Heiderscheid retired, leaving behind a legacy of 401 career victories, 14 Southwestern Conference championships and a 2000 state title. His final season ended with a narrow playoff defeat, but his focus on players remained unwavering.
Jul 8, 2026
Mark Heiderscheid Ends 26‑Year Tenure at Edwardsville High Soccer
After 26 seasons, Mark Heiderscheid steps down, reflecting on 401 wins, a state title, and the players who defined his legacy.
Jul 6, 2026
Vicky Tejada Named 2026 NewsTribune Girls Soccer Player of the Year
Vicky Tejada's 25 goals and seven assists earned her the 2026 NewsTribune Girls Soccer Player of the Year honor, highlighting a rapid rise from late starter to team leader.
Jun 18, 2026
State Journal-Register Announces Girls Soccer Player of the Year Nominees
The newspaper has revealed five standout athletes who earned all‑state honors from the Illinois High School Soccer Coaches Association, setting the stage for a community‑driven selection of the state’s top player.
Jun 8, 2026
Sierra Thomas Leads QND to Historic All-State Honor
Junior forward Sierra Thomas becomes the first Quincy Notre Dame girls soccer player to earn all-state recognition since 2019, while several local teammates receive all-sectional honors.
Jun 3, 2026