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See the full story · 2 sourcesAmerican Heritage goalkeeper Brinley Hall (10) makes a save on a shot on goal from Waterford during the 2A girls soccer state championship game held at America First Field in Sandy on Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025.
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Isaac Hale, Deseret News
The 2026 high school girls soccer season gets underway next week for teams in Class 2A and throughout the state. To prepare fans for the upcoming season, the Deseret News has compiled capsules for every team in 2A. Every school was invited to participate and submit information.
The region rankings are based on coaches’ preseason projections.
There are three new girls soccer coaches in 2A this year: Dale Josse (Millard), Matt McNaughtan (San Juan) and TBD (APA West Valley).
Here are the 2A teams and players to watch this upcoming season.
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2A South
1. Millard Eagles
2026 Schedule
Head coach: Dale Josse (1st year).
2025 record: 11-8 (third in Region 2A South with a 10-4 record).
2025 RPI ranking: No. 11 in 2A.
2025 postseason: Eliminated by American Leadership Academy, 1-0, in the 2A Second round.
2025 offense: 2.8 gpg (No. 10 in 2A)
2025 defense: 1.2 gpg (No. 3 in 2A)
Additional info not provided
2. Grand Red Devils
2026 Schedule
Head coach: Laura Reed (5th year).
2025 record: 14-5 (tied for first in Region 2A South with a 12-2 record).
2025 RPI ranking: No. 7 in 2A.
2025 postseason: Eliminated by St. Joseph, 5-1, in the 2A Quarterfinals.
2025 offense: 4.2 gpg (No. 4 in 2A)
2025 defense: 1.1 gpg (No. 2 in 2A)
Additional info not provided
3. Beaver Beavers
2026 Schedule
Head coach: Mikenzey Willden (3rd year).
2025 record: 14-6 (tied for first in Region 2A South with a 12-2 record).
2025 RPI ranking: No. 8 in 2A.
2025 postseason: Eliminated by Waterford, 10-0, in the 2A Quarterfinals.
2025 offense: 4 gpg (No. 5 in 2A)
2025 defense: 2.8 gpg (No. 12 in 2A)
Returning contributors
Ruby Lurth, Striker, Jr.
KaDee Murdock, MF, Sr.
Chloe Marshall, GK, Jr.
Jocelyn Tapia, MF, Sr.
Lilli Sorenson, D, So.
Coach comment: We’re excited for some great competition within our region play and look forward to showcasing our team’s hard work.
4. Enterprise Wolves
2026 Schedule
Head coach: Edgar Garcia (2nd year).
2025 record: 6-14 (sixth in Region 2A South with a 5-9 record).
2025 RPI ranking: No. 15 in 2A.
2025 postseason: Eliminated by St. Joseph, 8-0, in the 2A Second round.
2025 offense: 1.8 gpg (No. 14 in 2A)
2025 defense: 3.5 gpg (No. 13 in 2A)
Returning contributors
Bryn Hawkins, F, So.
Brissa Ocelo, MF/F, Jr.
Macee Staheli, MF, Sr.
Maddie Carter, MF, Sr.
Maizee Madison, D, Jr.
Ava Banks, MF, So.
Elliott Bracken, GK, Jr.
Avery Barlow, D, Sr.
Brynlon Nelson, D, Sr.
Key newcomers
Emilee Evans, D/MF, Fr.
Kinlee Staheli, MF, Fr.
Sophie Carter, MF, Fr.
Skye Moyle, F, Fr.
Coach comment: Having our inaugural season behind us has made a tremendous difference for our program. Last year was about laying the foundation and establishing our culture, building relationships, and learning what it takes to compete every day. This season, our expectations are higher because our players now understand the standard we’ve set.
We’re returning a core group of experienced players who gained valuable minutes last year, and they’ve put in the work during the offseason. They’ve grown not only as soccer players but also as leaders, and that experience should help us be much more consistent.
Our goal is to compete every time we step on the field, continue developing our younger players, and put ourselves in a position to compete for a region title and make a deep postseason run. We know there will be challenges, but we’re excited about the direction this program is heading. The girls have embraced the process, and I believe this team has the talent, work ethic, and character to accomplish something special this season.
5. South Sevier Rams
2026 Schedule
Head coach: Sadie Salazar (4th year).
2025 record: 8-12 (fifth in Region 2A South with a 7-7 record).
2025 RPI ranking: No. 13 in 2A.
2025 postseason: Eliminated by Maeser Prep, 5-0, in the 2A Second round.
2025 offense: 2.7 gpg (No. 11 in 2A)
2025 defense: 3.5 gpg (No. 13 in 2A)
Returning contributors
Kennedy Salazar, MF, Sr.
Misty Smith, D, Sr.
Jade Pearson, D, Sr.
Alexia Grant, F, Jr.
Wishlee Bringhurst, D, Jr.
Alyssa Kinney, D, So.
Harley Freeman, F/MF, So.
Coach comment: After a few injuries with our starters last year, I’m looking forward to a strong start this year.
6. San Juan Broncos
2026 Schedule
Head coach: Matt McNaughtan (1st year).
2025 record: 9-10 (fourth in Region 2A South with a 8-6 record).
2025 RPI ranking: No. 12 in 2A.
2025 postseason: Eliminated by Rowland Hall, 2-0, in the 2A Second round.
2025 offense: 2.5 gpg (No. 13 in 2A)
2025 defense: 1.6 gpg (No. 7 in 2A)
Returning contributors
Colee Crofts, GK, most stops in 2A
Oaysis Nielson (Sr.) Kloe Jones (Jr.th) as outside backs
Lyvanna Benn (Sr.) and Ava Bayles (Jr.) as CBs, same back line as the last two years prior only older and wiser and harder to stop (took our team from over 80 goals against to less than 30).
We have mostly returning MF and offense as well, with young talent in the wings. Should be exciting!
Key newcomers
Brooklyn Lameman (So., striker/ offensive MF)
Nadiia Krukovska (So., outside back)
among so many others.
Coach comment: We are a growing program with a lot of momentum building in Blanding around the sport of soccer and girls who are getting stronger with their soccer skills. We are excited for another fun season.
7. Parowan Rams
2026 Schedule
Head coach: Rebecca Evans (9th year).
2025 record: 2-17 (seventh in Region 2A South with a 2-12 record).
2025 RPI ranking: No. 19 in 2A.
2025 postseason: Eliminated by UM Hill Field, 1-0, in the 2A First round.
2025 offense: 1.1 gpg (No. 16 in 2A)
2025 defense: 5.9 gpg (No. 17 in 2A)
Additional info not provided
8. Gunnison Valley Bulldogs
2026 Schedule
Head coach: Mia Van Dyke (2...
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