**********2021 All-Star Women’s Soccer**********
East Team
Meleah Bainer
Maleah…Ashley…5-11…GK…coached by Erik Graf…as senior, named Star News and Coastal Preps 2021 Player to Watch…0.36 GAA and had 9 shut outs…also played volleyball…plans to walk on at Kennesaw State University where she will major in biology…wants to pursue a career as a PA…her dad is her role model…favorite pro athlete is Hope Solo…says “I am very excited to play in the all-star game and to meet new players from across the state. This will be one more chance for growth as an athlete.”
Reagan Baiotto
Reagan…Swansboro…5-8…M…coached by Doug Kidd…as senior, named All-State…scored 10 goals, 2 assists…as junior, scored 5 goals, 3 assists…member of National Technical Honor Society…scholarship to Campbell University where she will major in kinesiology…plans to pursue a career in physical therapy…her sister is her role model…favorite college athlete is Brianna Pinto…favorite pro athlete is Alex Morgan…says “I am very honored and excited to be playing in the all-star game. I expect to gain new friendships and play high level soccer with the top high school players in North Carolina.”
Lizzie Ball
Lizzie…Chapel Hill…5-7…D…coached by Jason Curtis…as senior, named All-State, All-Region, All-Conference, team co-captain…Clash of the Carolinas All-Star…as sophomore, named All-Conference…plans to walk on at Jacksonville University where she will major in business…wants to run her own business…favorite college athlete is Brianna Pinto…favorite pro athlete is Marcelo Vieira…says “I’m super excited for the experience and to be able to play with the top players in Eastern North Carolina. I hope to make new friends and win!”
Stephanie Barbosa
Stephanie…Riverside…5-5…M…coached by Eric Long…as senior, named All-State, All-Region, All-Conference…scored 9 goals, 4 assists…as junior, scored 3 goals in shortened season…as sophomore, named All-Region, All-Conference…scored 15 goals, 13 assists…plans to walk on at Appalachian State University where she will major in business management…favorite pro athlete is Lionel Messi…says “I’m excited to play at the top level with other great soccer players in the area. It will be a great opportunity for me as I transition to college soccer.”
Summer Beesley
Summer…Hoggard…5-4…D…coached by Justin Schatz…as senior, named All-State, All-Region, All-Conference, All-Coastal Preps, Conference Player of the Year, Coastal Preps Defensive Player of the Year, Clash of the Carolinas All-Star…scored 8 goals, 6 assists…as sophomore, named All-Region, All-Conference, All-Coastal Preps, Star News All-Area…scored 3 goals, 3 assists…also competed in cross country…member of Youth and Government (wrote and presented a bill before 700 member assembly – the only bill passed), Give Global (founding member), National Charity League (youth board member)…Ceramic Arts Award recipient…George Washington Presidential Academic Scholarship recipient…athletic scholarship to George Washington University where she will major in political science or biology…wants to pursue a career in foreign service, international relations, or medicine…favorite college athlete is Blair Barefoot…favorite pro athlete is Mallory Pugh…says “I love that I’ll be playing in the all-star game because it is a great opportunity to meet and play with the best athletes in the state. It will also make college fun when our paths cross at games during the next 4 years.”
Addie Cooper
Addie…Green Hope…5-4…M…coached by Jason Wolfe…as senior, named team captain…as sophomore, named All-Region and All-Conference…Coach’s Award recipient…member of National Charity League…scholarship to Appalachian State University where she will major in criminal justice…wants to pursue a career in forensic science or law…favorite pro athlete is Rose LaVelle…says “It feels good to be selected to play in the all-star game. I am looking forward to playing with and against other players of such high caliber. I think it will be a great opportunity to play at a high level and get me ready to compete in college.”
McKenna Gardner
McKenna…Ashley…5-7…F…coached by Erik Graf…as senior, named All-State…scored 22 goals, 9 assists…member of National Honor Society, Dean’s List…scholarship to UNC Wilmington where she will major in biology…wants to pursue a career in the clinical research field…her mother is her role model…favorite college athlete is Libby Moore…favorite pro athlete is Megan Rapinoe…says “I am very excited to play with girls at a college level and meet new people.”
Tionna Jackson
Tionna…Jacksonville…5-5…D…coached by Amanda Pelch…no other biographical information provided.
Isabelle Losavio
Isabelle…Apex Friendship…5-8…M…coached by Derek Blackwelder…as senior, named All-State, team captain…scored 8 goals, 1 assist…as junior, named All-Region, All-Conference, team captain…Coaches Award recipient…scored 1 goal, 4 assists…as sophomore, named All-Region, All-Conference, team captain and Offensive MVP…scored 8 goals…A Honor Roll throughout high school…Patriot Award recipient in microeconomics…Patriot Scholars Award…plans to attend Louisiana State University where she will major in architecture…wants to follow in her grandfather’s footsteps (an architect in Louisiana who helps reconstruct buildings destroyed by hurricanes) and help rebuild struggling communities…her grandma, Cynthia Losavio is her role model…favorite college athlete is Shea O’Malley…favorite pro athlete is Alex Morgan…says “I am extremely honored to be selected as part of this very talented group of girls. I’ve been working for this for my entire high school career, so I am excited to participate. I hope to make new friends and enhance my abilities by playing at such a high level one last time before college.”
Ella Matischak
Ella…Chapel Hill…5-7…M…coached by Jason Curtis…as senior, named All-State, All-Region, All-Conference…as sophomore, named All-Conference…also played varsity basketball and lacrosse…member of Spanish National Honor Society…plans to attend NC State where she will major in animal sciences and international studies…undecided about career plans…favorite college athlete is Alex Kerr…favorite pro athlete is Rose Lavelle…says “I am honored and very exited to play with and against some of the best soccer players in the state.”
Kylie Morris
Kylie…Holly Springs…5-8…D…coached by Brian Miller…as senior, scored 2 goals, 6 assists…as junior, scored 1 goal, 2 assists…as sophomore, named Academic All-Conference…scored 1 goal, 2 assists…member of National Honor Society, Science National Honor Society, Fellowship of Christian Athletes (Leader)…Girls Academy League Advisory Panel Club Representative…scholarship to Wofford College where she will major in biology…wants to pursue a career as a physician’s assistant that specializes in orthopedic surgeries…her mom, Suzanne Morris, is her role model…favorite college athlete is Tierna Davidson…favorite pro athlete is Mason Mount…says I am super excited to be playing in the all-star game! I am looking forward to meeting other girls who share the same passion and level of soccer that I have. The all-star game is something that I’ve wanted to be a part of since I heard about it my sophomore year. I’m expecting to gain confidence and a great weekend of high-level soccer before leaving to go to college.”
Navia Mosley
Navia…Carrboro…5-7…D…coached by Jarred Drexler…as senior, named All-State…scored 8 goals, 2 assists…as junior, named All-State, All-Conference, Conference Defensive Player of the Year…played on 2A state championship team…named state championship game MVP…scored 4 goals, 3 assists…as sophomore, named All-Conference, Conference Defensive Player of the Year…scored 7 goals, 3 assists…member of Black and Brown Student Coalition (Co-Leader), Minority Student Achievement Network, Youth Leadership Institute, Blue Ribbon…Otelia Peerman Award for Leadership recipient…scholarship to Coker University where she will major in business and marketing…wants to pursue a career in business and marketing…her Aunt Institute is her role model…favorite college athlete is Brianna Pinto…favorite pro athlete is Crystal Dunn…says “Playing with athletes with different types of skill sets gives me a different perspective. Being in a competitive atmosphere motivates me to perform to the best of my ability. I’m very honored to be selected as a player to compete. I hope to gain new knowledge that will ultimately help me to be a better player, especially in college.”
Ainsely Norr
Ainsely…Hoggard…5-6…F…coached by Justin Schatz…as senior, named All-State, Player to Watch…scored 19 goals, 6 assists…as sophomore, named All-state, All-Region, All-Conference, All-Area…scored 27 goals, 24 assists, including a school record for single game assists with 6…member of IB Program…scholarship to UNC Wilmington where she will major in marine biology…wants to pursue a career working to clean the ocean and protect that valuable resource…Maya Angelou is her role model…favorite college athlete is Blair Barefoot…favorite pro athlete is Megan Rapinoe…says “I feel very honored to be chosen to play in this game. I am so excited to play with a group of talented players who, I am sure, will come to play their best. The speed of play should be competitive, engaging, and challenging! I hope it will prepare me for future experiences at the collegiate level. I also look forward to creating lasting friendships with several players that I plan to meet again on the pitch.”
Bailey Spell
Bailey…Clinton…5-5…M…coached by Jeff Smith…as senior, named All-State, All-Region, All-Conference, Conference Player of the Year, All-County, County Player of the Year, team captain and MVP…scored 16 goals and 10 assists…as junior, scored 1 goal, 5 assists in shortened season…as sophomore, named All-Conference, All-County, All-Region…scored 29 goals, 13 assists…also named All-Conference and All-County in tennis and cross country…member of FCA, DECA, Key Club (secretary), NHS (vice president), SGA (secretary)… named Clinton High’s Female Athlete of the Year…2-time captain and Gold Medalist in the Powerade Games…NCAS Education Powerade Scholarship recipient…NCCA Scholarship Award recipient… plans to attend the Honors College at East Carolina University where she will major in biochemistry…wants to pursue a career as a dentist…her grandma, Monie Sue Spell, is her role model…favorite college athlete is Lucy Bronze…favorite pro athlete is Alex Morgan…says “I feel very honored to be playing in the all-star game for the East. It is an amazing opportunity and one of the major highlights of my high school soccer career. I can’t wait to play with the East.”
Avery Vorholt
Avery…Pine Forest…5-4…D…coached by Isaac Rancour…as senior, named All-State, team captain…scored 3 goals, 2 assists…as junior, named All American Lockdown Defender, team captain…scored 3 goals, 2 assists…as sophomore, named team captain…member of National Honor Society, National Technical Honor Society…Outstanding Senior…scholarship to Barton College where she will major in business…wants to pursue a career in real estate while continuing her soccer career…favorite college athlete is Naomi Girma…favorite pro athlete is Carli Lloyd…says “I am excited to be awarded this great opportunity. I am expecting to get some good competition and learn from the players around me in a new environment.”
West Team
Emily Bertanzetti
Emily…Cox Mill…5-5-…D…coached by Adam Henry…as senior, named All-State, team captain…scored 9 goals, 10 assists…42 steals…as junior, named team captain…member of National Honor Society, Free Essay Review Service (Founder), Beta Club (Historian), Spanish Honor Society, Dream on 3 (team leader)…Junior Marshal…Student Council Representative…plans to walk on at Georgetown University where she will major in political economy…wants to pursue a career as a trial or medical lawyer and becoming a congresswoman…also wants to write a novel…J.K.Rowling is her role model…favorite college athlete is Trevor Lawrence…favorite pro athlete is Julie Ertz…says “I am extremely excited to play in the all-star game. It is such an honor to be chosen from so many wonderful players, and I cannot wait to compete against the best of the best in North Carolina! I hope to gain experience working with new people, adapting to a unique environment, and maintaining both a competitive and enjoyable atmosphere. I look forward to continuing to improve these skills during this game, but I also hope for a challenge, an adventure, and a really good time!”
Payton Eubanks
Payton…East Forsyth…5-7…M…coached by James Stansell…as senior, scored 6 goals, 10 assists…as junior, scored 1 goal, 5 assists in shortened season…as sophomore, named All-Region, All-Conference…scored 12 goals, 11 assists…member of Leading Ladies, Math Honor Society, English Honor Society, Science Honor Society, Social Studies Honor Society…Deans Club throughout high school…plans to attend NC State where she will major in biology…wants to pursue a career in the medical field…her grandparents are he role models…favorite college athlete is Mia Hamm…favorite pro athlete is Julie Ertz…says “I am honored and excited to play in the all-star game. From participating, I am expecting to gain more knowledge about soccer and play alongside other great athletes.”
Samantha Ferry
Samantha…Charlotte Catholic…5-9…F…coached by Gary Hoilett…as senior, named All-State, team captain…scored 13 goals, 6 assists…as sophomore, named All-Conference…scored 7 goals, 7 assists…member of National Honor Society, Rho Kappa Social Studies Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society…Honor Roll throughout high school…scholarship to Sewanee: The University of the South where she will major in finance…wants to pursue a career in finance…her dad is her role model…favorite college athlete is Eveleen Hahn…favorite pro athlete is Alex Morgan…says “I am so excited and honored to be selected to participate in the all-star game. I am looking forward to meeting new friends, teammates, and coaches, and can’t wait to grow in my soccer career.”
Kendall France
Kendall…Southwest Guilford…5-6…M…coached by Robert Szitas…as senior, named All-State, All-Region, All-Conference, News & Record All-Area…scored 22 goals, 5 assists…as sophomore, named All-Region, All-Conference, News & Record All-Area…scored 10 goals, 12 assists…member of National Honor Society as junior and senior…scholarship to UNC Wilmington where she will major in communications or political science…wants to pursue a career in political journalism and law…her dad is her role model…favorite college athlete is Brianna Pito…favorite pro athlete is Serena Williams…says “I am really excited to play in the all-star game, as I have watched players I know and look up to get to play in it. I am honored that all of my training and hard work has been rewarded. I am looking forward to playing with and getting to know other talented young women who value the game just as much as I do. I hope to learn from my teammates and a new coach, gaining experience I can take to college.”
Alyssa Hackett
Alyssa…Charlotte Catholic…5-7…M…coached by Gary Hoilett…as senior, named All-State, Player of the Game…scored 1 goal, 2 assists…member of Mental Health Alliance Club, National Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta Math Honor Society, Rho Kappa Social Studies Honor Society…scholarship to UNC Greensboro where she will major in finance…wants to pursue a career in business and investment work…her mom is her role model…favorite college athlete is Megan Bornhamp…favorite pro athlete is Christian McCaffrey…says “I am so honored to represent my school and community in the all-star game this year. I give a huge thank you to my coach for respecting me and my game and for giving me this opportunity. I am so excited to meet some of the best players across the state and make new friendships along the way. The competition will be incredible and the experience will be so special. Participating in this event will provide me the ability to get better as a player by challenging myself with strong opponents, and I will gain the opportunity to meet new people in the soccer community!”
Anna Hamner
Anna…Asheville…5-8…GK…coached by Mike Flowe…as senior, named All-State, team captain…0.231 GAA…30 saves, 9 shut outs…as junior, 0.381 GAA in shortened season…as sophomore, named All-State, All-Region, All-Conference, Conference Goalkeeper of the Year…0.503 GAA…41 saves…also played varsity basketball for 4 years (team captain during senior season)…member of National Honor Society, Math Honor Society…Top 20…scholarship to Elon University where she will major in accounting…favorite college athlete is Trevor Lawrence…favorite pro athlete is Megan Rapinoe…says “I am so excited and honored to be playing in this game! The competition is going to be amazing and extremely beneficial to my soccer career plans with Elon University. I am so excited to meet the other girls and share this experience with them. I hope to gain some extra training and experience from this event.”
Madison Luckett
Madison…T.C. Roberson…5-8…F…coached by Josh Martin…as senior, named All-State, team captain…scored 20 goals, 4 assists…as junior, named team captain…scored 4 goals, 2 assists in shortened season…as sophomore, named All-State, All-Region, Asheville Citizen Times Player of the Year…scored 26 goals, 20 assists…member of National Honor Society, Science National Honor Society…Peer Advisory…scholarship to Furman University…undecided about college major and career choice…her parents are her role models…favorite college athlete is Carolyn Conti…favorite pro athlete is Tobin Heath…says “I’m extremely excited to play with some great players from around the state. I hope to continue improving my game while making new friendships!”
Mya Manivanh
Mya…Union Academy…5-8…D…coached by Vic Johnson…as senior, named All-State…scored 8 goals, 4 assists…as junior, scored 2 goals in a shortened season…as sophomore, named All-State, All-Region, All-Conference…played on undefeated state championship team…scored 10 goals, 2 assists…also played volleyball her sophomore year and basketball her freshman and sophomore years, winning All-Conference honors…member of National Honor Society, Jr. Civitan Club (Head of Communications), Mu Alpha Theta…Junior Marshal…A Honor Roll throughout high school…plans to attend UNC Chapel Hill where she will major in exercise science…wants to pursue a career in physical therapy…favorite college athlete is Caleb Love…favorite pro athlete is Julie Ertz…says “Playing in the all-star game feels like a huge accomplishment. All the hard work I’ve put into playing soccer for the past four years feels worth it. I am thrilled to have the opportunity and excited to begin the journey. Since I’m not playing at the collegiate level, this feels like the best way to end my soccer career. I’m expecting to gain a high level of experience as well as friendships in my final goodbye to the sport I’ve played since I was five.”
Avery McGuirt
Avery…West Forsyth…5-5…D…coached by Scott Bilton…as senior, named All-State, All-Region, All-Conference, team captain…scored 2 goals, 2 assists…as junior, scored 1 goal, 2 assists in shortened season…as sophomore, named All-Conference…member of National Honor Society, Science Honor Society, Math Honor Society…scholarship to Carnegie Mellon University where she will major in psychology…wants to pursue a career in nursing or as a psychiatrist…her dad is her role model…favorite college athlete is Oliva Pratapas…favorite pro athlete is Bruno Fernades…says “I feel very honored and blessed to be able to participate. It’s definitely something I will cherish for long time and be able to look back and appreciate. I’m expecting to become a better player and person by playing with other amazing players, and I expect to learn a lot from a new coach and those around me.”
Asha Means
Asha…Lake Norman Charter…5-7…F…coached by David Crutchfield…as senior, named All-State, All-Conference, team Offensive Player of the Year, MVP…played on undefeated state championship team…scored 42 goals, 10 assists…as junior, scored 12 goals in shortened season…member of African American Studies Club (Founding Co-President), French Honor Society, American Sign Language Club…scholarship to UNC Chapel Hill where she will major in business/marketing management…wants to pursue a career in pro soccer and then open a business that sells accessories for diabetics who want to personalize their medical devices…Brianna Pinto and Paige Bueckers are her favorite college athletes…favorite pro athlete is Christen Press…says “I am looking forward to having such a unique opportunity! Playing in the all-star game will give me a chance to showcase my talents and represent my team. From participation, I’m expecting to be forced to adapt to new situations and learn how to work with other players who come from training environments that will allow them to push me in ways I have not experienced yet!”
Piper Muire
Piper…Salisbury…5-6…M…coached by Matt Parrish…as senior, named All-State…scored 7 goals, 6 assists…as junior, scored 3 goals, 4 assists in shortened season…as sophomore, named All-Region, All-Conference, All-County, team MVP…scored 17 goals, 12 assists…member of National Honor Society, Junior Civitans, Interact Club…Senior Class Vice President…Chief Junior Marshall…plans to attend UNC Chapel Hill where she will major in business administration…wants to pursue a career working for an organization that focuses on giving back to the community as part of its mission…favorite pro athlete is Jimmy Butler…says “It is an extreme honor to be selected to play in the all-star game. Playing with other top-level players will be an awesome way to end my soccer career. I hope to have fun and get to know some new people.”
Millie Murphy
Millie…R.J. Reynolds…5-6…M…coached by Thomas Moore…as sophomore, named All-Region, All-Conference, team Offensive MVP…member of National Honor Society, SGSC Service Club (secretary), Ronald McDonald House Club…A Honor Roll through high school…Junior Marshall…scholarship to Wofford College…undecided about college major and career choice…her parents are her role models…favorite college athlete is Olivia Pratapas…favorite pro athlete is Rose Levelle…says “It is an honor to be representing the West in the all-star game. I would like to thank my coaches, Thomas Moore and Leanne Kuhner, for nominating me. I hope to play hard and compete well. I am excited to meet my teammates who also love the game and maybe have a little fun along the way.”
Addison Porter
Addison…A.C.Reynolds…5-9…F…coached by Patrick Gladys…as senior, named All-State, All-Region, All-Conference, Region Player of the Year, Conference Player of the Year…as sophomore, named All-State, All-Region, All-Mid-Atlantic, Conference Offensive Player of the Year…broke school single season assist record with 33 assists…member of Student Council, National Honor Society, A Honor Roll…scholarship to Vanderbilt University…undecided about college major and career plans…her mom is her role model…favorite pro athlete is Abby Wambach…says “I am excited to play in the all-star game.”
Lillie Rusher
Lillie…Salisbury…5-6…D…coached by Matthew Parrish… holds the school’s assist record…as senior, named All-State, All-Region, All-County, All-Conference…as junior, scored 2 goals, 3 assists in shortened season…as sophomore, named All-State, All-Region, All-County, All-Conference, Conference Defender of the Year, team Defender of the Year, All-Charlotte Observer…scored 13 goals, 36 assists…also competed in tennis (3 times named All-Region, County and Conference Player of the Year, team state champion) and swimming (All-County)…member of National Honor Society (President), Key Club, Junior Civitans Club, Junior Rotarian…All-County Scholar…AP Scholar….STEM Scholar…Junior Marshall…scholarship to Catawba College where she will major in English and Secondary Education…Ashley Dohme – 3rd grade teacher – is her role model…favorite college athlete is Kyla Ross…favorite pro athlete is Mallory Pugh…says “I’m excited to play in the all-star game. I’m extremely grateful for the opportunity. Mainly, I’m looking forward to competing and gaining more soccer knowledge from different players across the state. Playing against these high-level players will be good for me to prepare for my fall college season.”
Emma Smith
Emma…Asheville…5-5…M…coached by Mike Flowe…as senior, scored 15 goals, 15 assists…as junior, scored 6 goals, 5 assists in shortened season…as sophomore, named All-Conference, All-Region, team Offensive Player of the Year…scored 23 goals, 19 assists…also competed in basketball (All-Conference, All-Region, team Offensive Player of the Year and MVP) and tennis (All-Conference)…member of National Honor Society, Be the Light Club, Interact Club…scholarship to Winthrop University where she will major in business…Zendaya is her role model…favorite college athlete is Macio Teague…favorite pro athlete is Julie Ertz…says “I am excited for the opportunity to play in the all-star game with people that I have been playing against.”
Skyler Walk
Skyler…Providence…5-3…F…coached by Robb Bolar…as senior, named All-State…as sophomore, named All-State, All-Region, All-Conference, Conference Player of the Year, team Offensive MVP…member of Key Club, Spanish Club, FBLA…Student Ambassador…scholarship to Appalachian State University where she will major in exercise science…wants to pursue a career as a physical therapist or physicians assistant…her best friend’s mother is her role model…favorite college athlete is Claudia Dickey…favorite pro athlete is Julie Ertz…says “I’m super honored to be selected for this game. I’m so excited to be playing with some good athletes and some that I will play against or with in college. I’m expecting to meet new people and get in a quality and fast-paced game and also learn more about the game.”
**********2021 All-Star Men’s Soccer**********
East Team
William Allen
Will…Carrboro…6-1, 165…M…coached by Jared Drexler…scored 22 career goals and had 59 career assists…as senior, named All-State, All-Region, All-Conference, Conference Offensive Player of the Year…scored 6 goals, 11 assists…as junior, named All-Region, All-Conference, Conference Defensive Player of the Year…scored 7 goals and set a school all-time single season assist record with 29…as sophomore, named All-Conference…scored 10 goals, 18 assists…member of National Honor Society, Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (2020 Student of the Year)…YMCA Camp Counselor…plans to attend Syracuse University where he will major in sports analytics…wants to pursue a career in the sports industry…Dwayne Johnson is his role model…favorite college athlete is Sam Howell…favorite pro athlete is Damian Lillard…says “It’s an honor to be selected to play in the all-star game. By participating I’ll get to share the field with top quality players, which is always a good thing. It also will be good preparation for playing club level soccer in college.”
Selden Baldwin
Selden…New Hanover…5-9, 165…D…coached by Theodore Rennie…as senior, named All-State, All-Region, All-Conference, All-Mid-Atlantic, Star News and Coastal Preps All-Area…Coastal Preps Player of the Year, team captain…as junior, named All-State, All-Region, Star News and Coastal Preps All-Area, team captain…also competed in basketball, golf, and tennis…member of Heritage Club (pres.) National Honor Society, Beta Club, Lyceum Academy (Mentor Chair)…Eagle Scout…plans to attend UNC Chapel Hill where he will major in business…undecided about career plans…his dad is his role model…favorite college athlete is Sam Howell…favorite pro athlete is Donovan Mitchell…says “I am incredibly honored and excited to be able to participate in the all-star game. I look forward to playing alongside some great players and getting to know more players and coaches throughout the state. I am hoping to gain some quality experience with other players and create new friends.”
Tanner Bouker
Tanner…First Flight…6-0, 154…M…coached by Juan Ramirez…as senior, named All-State, All-Conference…scored 19 goals, 11 assists…as junior, named All-State, All-Conference…honor roll throughout school…undecided about college choice…plans to major in computer science…wants to pursue a career as a software developer…favorite professional athlete is Ronaldinho…says “I am so honored and excited to play in the all-star game. Words cannot describe how thankful I am for my coaches, including my dad, who was the best coach I’ve had. I am expecting to mostly gain self confidence about myself and learn new things from the other players who are playing in the game.”
Lyle Brewington
Lyle…Clinton…6-0, 157…M…coached by Bradley Spell…as senior, named All-County, All-Conference, All-Region…scored 4 goals, 4 assists…as junior, named All-County…scored 2 goals, 4 assists…also competed in tennis…member of Key Club…plans to walk on at Cape Fear Community College where he will major in exercise science…wants to pursue a career as a physical therapist…Coach Brad Spell is his role model…favorite college athlete is Parker Norris…favorite pro athlete is Virgil van Dijk…says “I count it a great privilege and honor to have been nominated and chosen to play in the all-star game. I am really excited about playing with and against other great players from across the state. To be able to represent my family, community and school is an opportunity that I don’t take for granted. I feel that participating in this game will be such a great chance to meet new people and have an experience like I have never had before playing soccer. I’m sure it will be something I will never forget and will always cherish.”
Travis Garner-McGraw
Travis…Croatan…5-10, 170…S…coached by Paul Slate…as senior, named All-State, All-conference, All-Region, State Championship MVP…played on 2A state championship team…scored 41 goals, 5 assists…as junior, named All-Region, All-Conference…scored 20 goals, 4 assists…as sophomore, named All-Conference…scored 19 goals, 4 assists…also member of 2A state championship track team, including the state championship 800 meter relay…member of FBLA, Key Club, National Technical Honor Society, DECA (pres.)…undecided about college choice…plans to major in business and biology…wants to pursue a career as a professional soccer player in England and start a non-profit…his mom and family are his role models…Zac Steffen is his favorite college athlete…favorite pro athlete is Cristiano Ronaldo…says “I’m thrilled that I get to play another high school match against some of the best players in NC and get to showcase my own skills and abilities. Most of what I do is for my friends and family, and I expect to gain loyalty from them to push me harder and trust that what I’m trying to accomplish can be done with hard work, and that is becoming a pro soccer player. I expect to gain more experience and have a lot of fun.”
Jalen Grant
Jalen…Heritage…6-5, 185…D…coached by Scott Sloan…as senior, named All-State…All-Region, All-Conference, Conference Co-Player of the Year…scholarship to the Hill School…undecided about major…after the Hill School, he plans to attend US Naval Academy and then serve in the military…his parents are his role models…favorite college athlete is Cade Cunningham…favorite pro athlete is Van Dijk…says “I feel very privileged and excited to play in an event notorious for hosting former and current decorated college soccer players. I am expecting to have a very fun time at this event playing soccer and hanging out with the other players there.”
Lukas Haritos
Lukas…Clayton…6-2, 180…GK…coached by John Asmussen…as senior, named All-State, All-Region, All-Conference, Conference Defensive Player of the Year…GAA of 0.579…51 saves…8 shut outs…as junior, named All-Region, All-County, All-Conference, Conference Defensive Player of the Year…scholarship to Berry College where he will major in physics…wants to pursue a career in health physics…his parents are his role models…favorite pro athlete is Lebron James…says “I am excited to play in the all-star game. I expect to have a fun time and to end my high school soccer with a good experience.”
Andrew Hayman
Andrew…Manteo…6-2, 170…S…coached by Ralph Cleaver…as senior, named All-State, All-Region, All-Conference…scored 17 goals, 5 assists…as junior, named All-Region, All-Conference…scored 16 goals, 9 assists…as sophomore, scored 10 goals, 2 assists…also competed in JV basketball his freshman and sophomore years and varsity basketball his junior year…played golf his sophomore and junior years…plans to attend the College of Albemarle…undecided about college major…undecided about career choice…favorite college athlete is Marcus Paige…favorite pro athlete is Ronaldinho…says “I am excited for the opportunity to play in the all-star game. I welcome any opportunity to play the game I love. I hope to gain new friendships and life experience. I look forward to playing with new teammates and figuring out how to play together in a short period of time and gauging my skills in a large pool of players.”
William Jurney
William…Millbrook…5-10, 155…M…coached by Jordan Germano…as senior, named All-Conference, team Defensive Player of the Year, captain, Academic All-Conference, Academic All-NCHSAA…scored 3 goals, 1 assist…as junior, scored 7 goals, 3 assists…as sophomore, named Overall MVP for Millbrook High School, JV captain…also competed in wrestling for 4 years…member of DECA, Best Buddies, FFA, Yoga Club, FCA…plans to attend East Carolina University where he will major in business management…wants to eventually take over his father business – Aluminum Fences Direct…his father is his role model…favorite college athlete is Trevor Lawrence…favorite pro athlete is Victor Rask…says “I think it’s a great opportunity to showcase my skill. I hope to gain some new friendships and great memories from the experience.”
Arun Kirk
Arun…Chapel Hill…6-0, 160…D…coached by Jason Curtis…as senior, named All-State, All-Region, All-State, team captain…scored 2 goals, 1 assist…as junior, scored 10 goals, 10 assists…as sophomore, played on state championship team…member of Habitat for Humanity (president)…National Merit Scholar…Valedictorian…plans to walk on at MIT where he will major in economics…wants to pursue a career in international business or foreign relations…both his grandfathers are his role models…favorite college athlete is Marcus Paige…favorite pro athlete is Sergio Busquets…says “I’m grateful for this honor and am excited to play with and against some of the best high school players from around the state.”
Drew Lovelace
Drew…Holly Springs…6-1, 1 70…M…coached by Joey Will…as senior, named All-State, All-Region, All-Conference…scored 16 goals, 4 assists…as junior, named All-State, All-Region, All-Conference, Conference Player of the Year, All Mid-Atlantic…scored 27 goals, 11 assists…as sophomore, scored 8 goals, 4 assists…member of National Honor Society…scholarship to Wofford College…undecided about college major…interested in pursuing a career helping special needs kids or in sports management…his dad is his role model…favorite college athlete is Jalen Suggs…favorite pro athlete is Paul Pogba…says “I am excited and thankful for the opportunity to play in this game. I hope to have fun but also look forward to playing with some of the top players in the state.”
Alex Macedo
Alex…Southern Lee…5-6, 140…M…coached by Vincent Frye…as senior, named All-State, All-Region, All-Conference, Academic All-Conference, team captain…scored 9 goals, 7 assists…as junior, named All-Region, All-Conference, Academic All-Conference…scored 15 goals, 16 assists…as sophomore, named Academic All-Conference…scored 6 goals, 12 assists…scholarship to William Peace University where he will major in physical therapy…wants to pursue playing soccer professionally…his father is his role model…favorite pro athlete is Toni Kroos…says “I consider it a great honor and blessing to participate in the all-star match. I am expecting to meet new people and to interact with my new teammates, and hopefully through the experience learn better insight into my position and role on the pitch.”
Massimo Mannino
Massimo…D.H. Conley…5-9, 160…M…coached by Doug MacRae…as senior, named All-Conference…scored 11 goals, 5 assists…member of National Honor Society…Junior Marshall…undecided about college choice…plans to major in business…undecided about career choice…favorite pro athlete is Paulo Dybala…says “I’m excited to be playing in the all-star game. I am expecting it to be a great experience where I can meet new players and coaches.”
Garrett Melvin
Garrett…East Bladen…5-10…145…M…coached by Jay Raynor…as senior, named All-State, All-Conference, Conference Player of the Year…scored 26 goals, 11 assists…undecided about college and career plans…his parents are his role models…favorite college athlete is Caleb Love…favorite pro athlete is Lebron James…says “I am super excited!!! There have been only a few athletes from East Bladen in all sports to achieve this honor. Of the ones that were, they have gone on to be highly respected members of the community. I hope to just have fun playing the beautiful game and learn a little along the way as well.”
Stephen Sopp
Stephen…Apex Friendship…5-10, 150…M…coached by Jordan Beck…as senior, named All-State, All-Region, All-Conference, team Player of the Year, team Offensive Player of the Year…Scholar Athlete Award recipient…scored 18 goals, 6 assists…set team career goal scoring record with 52 goals…as junior, named Max Preps All-State, All-Region, All-Conference, team Player of the Year, team Offensive Player of the Year…set team single season goal scoring record with 17 goals…Scholar Athlete Award recipient…as sophomore, scored 7 goals…Scholar Athlete Award recipient…also played tennis, winning Scholar Athlete Award…member of national Honor Society, Science National Honor Society, Academic Quiz Team, Key Club, Student Ambassadors, DECA (International Competition Qualification, Top 5 placement in state competition)…undecided about college choice…plans to major in biomedical engineering…Steve Jobs is his role model…favorite college athlete is Joe Burrow…favorite pro athlete is Michael Jordan…says “I am honored to be nominated for the selection to the all-star game. I am excited to compete with a group of talented players from throughout the state. I look forward to the teambuilding as part of the event.”
West Team
Ben Boston
Ben…Hickory…6-0, 157…D…coached by Brian Jillings…as senior, named All-State, All-Region, All-Conference…scored 5 goals, 3 assists…as junior, named All-State, All-Region, All-Conference…scored 3 goals, 7 assists…as sophomore, named All-Region, All-Conference…scored 8 goals, 20 assists…also played football where he was named Catawba Shoe store Kicker of the Week…member of Beta Club, National Honor Society, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, National Technical Honor Society, Church Youth Council…plans to attend Catawba Valley Community College where he will major in business…wants to pursue a career following in his father footsteps and continuing the family business…favorite college athlete is Dan Dorantes…favorite pro athlete is Dale Earnhardt…says “I feel honored that I get the chance to play with some of the best players in the state. I hope to have fun.”
Jonthomas Buckley
Jonthomas…Northern Guilford …6-1, 165…M…coached by Aaron King…as senior, named All-State, All-Region, All-Conference, Region Player of the Year, Conference Player of the Year…3A regular season point leader…3A regular season goal leader with 25 goals…had 11 assists…as junior, named All-Region, All-Conference…scored 13 goals, 9 assists…as sophomore, named All-Conference…scored 12 goals, 9 assists…scholarship to i2i International Soccer Academy in York England, partnered with York St. John University, where he will major in sports and exercise science…wants to play professionally or pursue a career as a physical therapist or sports psychologist…his parents are his role models…favorite college athlete is Josh Auger…favorite pro athlete is Trent Alexander-Arnold…says “I am very excited to play with players that I have played with growing up and competed against, as well as playing at Bryan Park for one last time since I have been playing there since I was five.”
Lane Decker
Lane…Western Guilford…6-0, 185…D…coached by Jim Beck…as senior, named All-State, All-Region, All-Conference, Conference Defensive Player of the Year…scored 5 goals, 2 assists…as junior, named All-Region, All-Conference…Powerade State Games selection…as sophomore, named All-Region, All-Conference…was also the kicker and punter on the football team…member of GENTS Leadership Club, National Honor Society, Beta Club…Western AP Capstone Academy member…scholarship to Lenoir-Rhyne University where he will major in accounting…wants to pursue a career in accounting and coach soccer…his dad is his role model…favorite college athlete is Dani Fernandez…favorite pro athlete is Virgil Van Dijk…says “I am extremely excited to be playing in this all-star game. I have been playing competitive soccer for many years. This game will be another opportunity to play against the best players in the state. I expect to gain a valuable experience in this match and a good victory to bring home.”
Rohan Gupta
Rohan…Ragsdale…5-9, 140…D…coached by Brien Braswell…as senior, named All-Region, All-Conference…as junior, named All-Region, All-Conference…as sophomore, named All-Region, All-Conference…member of National Honor Society, Interact Club (president), Student Council (vice president)…A Honor Roll…plans to attend Duke University where he will major in political science…wants to pursue a career as a lawyer…favorite college athlete is Paige Bueckers…favorite pro athlete is Lionel Messi…says “I feel honored to be playing in the all-star game this year, and I am excited to play with some of the best high school players in North Carolina. I expect to have a lot of fun and gain some new soccer knowledge from the players and coaches.”
Jesse Guzman
Jesse…West Forsyth…5-3, 120…M…coached by Jeffrey Williams…as senior, named All-State, All-Region, All-Conference, Conference Offensive Player of the Year…scored 8 goals, 7 assists…as junior, named All-Conference…scored 5 goals, 9 assists…plans to walk on at Guilford College where he will major in business…wants to start his own business…his dad is his role model…favorite college athlete is Jordan Fiorani…favorite pro athlete is Toni Kroos…says “It’s a big honor to be playing in the all-star game. I’m expecting to gain friendship with the rest of the players.”
Carter Holt
Carter…Hickory…5-10, 150…F…coached by Brian Jillings…as senior, named All-State, All-Conference, Conference Player of the Year, All Mid-Atlantic…scored 19 goals, 22 assists…as junior, named All-State, All-Conference, Conference Player of the Year…scored 22 goals, 26 assists…as sophomore, named All-Region, All-Conference…scholarship to Stetson University where he will major in sociology…wants to pursue a career in law…his father, Charley Holt, is his role model…favorite college athlete is Matthew Boling…favorite pro athlete is Wayne Rooney…says “I feel that it’s an unreal achievement, and to be recognized as one of the best in the state is surreal. I expect to gain some recognition of what I’ve done, and to show people what I have to offer.”
Sean James
Sean…Weddington…6-1, 175…M…coached by Powell Williams…as senior, named All-State, All-Region, All-Conference, team captain…played on 3A state championship team…3 times named Player of the Game…scored 11 goals, 3 assists…as junior, named All-Conference…3 times names player of the Game…scored 4 goals, 4 assists…as sophomore, twice named Player of the Game…scored 2 goals, 3 assists…member of National Honor Society, Science National Honor Society, Math Honor Society…Junior Marshall…plans to attend Georgia Institute of Technology where he will major in aerospace engineering…wants to pursue a career in aerospace engineering, potentially designing unmanned aerial vehicles for NASA…Elon Musk is his role model…favorite college athlete is Benian Yao…favorite pro athlete is Sergio Ramos…says “I’m excited to play in a game full of the best talent and meet fellow all-stars from around the state.”
Charlie Jones
Charlie…Page…5-6, 159…F…coached by Jeff Bateson… no other biographical information provided.
Chase Lynch
Chase…East Lincoln…5-10, 130…D…coached by Billy Howell…as senior, named All-State, All-Region, All-Conference, team MVP…scored 2 goals, 2 assists…as junior, was recipient of the Coaches Award…as sophomore, had 1 goal, 11 assists…member of National English Honor Society, National Technical Honor Society…plans to attend UNC Wilmington where he will major in business…undecided about career plans…his grandfather is his role model…favorite college athlete is J.T. Daniels…favorite pro athlete is Lionel Messi…says “I am very excited to have been chosen to play in this game because I will be the first person from my school to be playing in it. I am expecting to learn a lot from the game by playing with other all-star defenders as well as defending against some of the best players in the state.”
Axel Martinez
Axel…A.L. Brown…5-10, 195…F…coached by Sean Szakel…as senior named All-State…scored 21 goals, 5 assists…as junior, scored 16 goals, 7 assists…as sophomore, scored 12 goals, 7 assists…would like to pursue a career in soccer…his brother is his role model…favorite college athlete is Wynston Johnson…favorite pro athlete is Cristiano Ronaldo…says “I feel nervous but proud of myself, and I expect to have multiple opportunities to show what I can do and prove I deserve this.”
Gaston Moise
Gaston…Union Academy…6-0, 178…F…coached by Vic Johnson…as senior, named All-State, scored 35 goals, 8 assists…as junior, scored 26 goals, 16 assists…as sophomore, scored 14 goals, 5 assists…scholarship to Queens University…undecided about college major…wants to pursue a career in professional soccer…Vic Johnson and Barney Harris are his role models… favorite college athlete is Justin Fields…favorite pro athlete is Cristiano Ronaldo…says “I’m very excited to participate and represent my school in this game. I am expecting to face some tough competition and to have a lot of fun.”
Raimondo Sastoque
Raimondo…Christ the King…5-7, 155…F…coached by Mark DiPietro…as senior, named All-State, All-Region, All-Conference…scored 9 goals, 9 assists…as junior, named All-Region, All-Conference, team MVP…scored 17 goals, 11 assists…also competed in track and field…member of Student Government, Christ the King Service Committee…church volunteer team leader…afterschool childcare facilitator…lifeguard…plans to attend Virginia Tech where he will major in microbiology…after being in the Corps of Cadets military academy at Virginia Tech, he hopes to commission as a US Army Reserve Officer with a degree in biological sciences/microbiology and serve his nation…favorite college athlete is Theodore Creecy III…favorite pro athlete is Lionel Messi…says “I’m honored to be selected. These are the best soccer players in NC both on the field and off the field. It’s very exciting to know I’m the first ever athlete from Christ the King to play in an all-star game. I hope to play at a new level after having the experience. Other players will be able to make me a better player. I will have the opportunity to make new connections and have this game be a reminder of striving for your goals.”
Sullivan Smith
Sullivan…High Point Central…6-3, 175…D…coached by Daniel Villa…as senior, named All-State, All-Region, All-Conference, team MVP and co-captain…as junior, named All-Region, All-Conference…team co-MVP…also competed in football, basketball, tennis, and golf…member of NC Youth and Government, Rotary Interact Club…recipient of Service Learning Exemplary Award and Diploma…plans to attend East Carolina University…undecided about college major or career choice…his mom and dad are his role models…favorite pro athlete is Christian McCaffrey…says “I am very honored to receive an invitation to play in the all-star game. To be able to compete with great players from all over the state is an opportunity I am sure I will never forget. I am very proud to be able to represent my school, my city, and my family and to be able to participate in the game I always loved to play. I couldn’t be more thrilled to play.”
Humberto Tapia
Humberto…North Forsyth…5-9, 180…GK…coached by Dan Proctor…as senior, named All-Region, All-Conference, 0.316 GAA…had 2 assists…as junior, named All-State, All-Region, All-Conference, Conference Defensive Player of the Year…1.2 GAA…scholarship to Pfeiffer University where he will major in psychology…wants to pursue a career as a psychologist…his dad, Angel Tapia, is his role model…favorite pro athlete is Marc-Adre´ter Stegen…says “I feel honored to be chosen to represent the West team in the all-star game. I take great pride in representing my school North Forsyth, my family, and my community. I am excited to be able to finish my high school career on such a high note and look forward to being able to play and compete with the best soccer players in the state.”
Alexandro Velazquez
Alexandro…Forest Hills…5-5, 135…F…coached by Michael Gee…as senior, named All-State, Charlotte Observer Athlete of the Week…also competed in wrestling…wants to pursue a career as a professional soccer player…his father is his role model…favorite pro athlete is N’golo Kante…says “I am grateful and thankful to play in this all-star game, and I will give it my best to win. I know I have more things to learn if I want to be pro, and I know I can be better. I’m expecting to learn more about the game and improve myself to achieve my goal, and learn how I can fix my mistakes and learn from them if I make them.”
**********2021 Soccer Coaches**********
East Men
Brad Wicker
East head coach is entering his 12th season as the soccer coach at Lee County High where he has compiled a career record of 142-99-5 in 11 seasons…his teams have won 3 conference regular season titles, 4 conference tournament titles, and made 6 state playoff appearances, including reaching the state championship in 2015…4 times named Conference Coach of the Year…named 2017 Region Coach of the Year…also coaches men’s golf at Lee County High, where his teams have won 3 conference titles and he has been named Conference Coach of the Year twice…previously coached men’s soccer and golf at West Lee Middle School…born in Sanford, NC…1999 graduate of Lee County High where he played soccer, earning All-Conference honors and playing on a conference tournament title team…2007 graduate of Fayetteville State University…says “I am honored and excited to have the opportunity to coach in the all-star game.”
West Men
Jay Niessner
West head coach is entering his 13th season as the soccer coach at Central Academy of Technology & Arts where his teams have gone 145-110-17 in 12 seasons…he has posted a career record of 156-127-17 in 14 seasons…his teams have won 4 regular season conference titles and made 7 state playoff appearances…named Conference Coach of the Year 4 times, Regional Coach of the Year twice, and Athletic Director of the Year for ’16-’17…has also coached the women’s team, compiling a career record of 143-74-10 in 11 seasons…his women’s teams have won 3 regular season conference titles and made 10 state playoff appearances, winning the state championship in 2011…as the women’s coach, he has been named Conference Coach of the Year three times and Regional Coach of the Year once…coached the women’s soccer team in the 2019 Clash of the Carolinas…coached the men’s soccer team in the 2011 Powerade State Games…also served as an assistant coach to the men’s team in 2012 and to the women’s team ’14-’17…previously served as a student assistant football coach at Catawba College, as an assistant football and soccer coach at Broadway High, and as an assistant softball coach, assistant women’s basketball coach, and men’s soccer coach (3 as JV Head and 2 as Varsity Head) at Saint Michaels’ High…at Central Academy of Technology & Arts, previously served as an assistant football coach, head baseball coach, JV women’s basketball coach, and head men’s and women’s swimming coach, 3 times being named Conference Coach of the Year and winning 3 conference championships…born in Fairfax, VA…1997 graduate of South Lakes High (VA)…2001 graduate of Catawba College…earned an MA in Early American History in 2002 from James Madison University…says “First off, I would like to thank the NCCA for this incredible opportunity. Coaching in the East-West All-Star Game is a real honor for me. I am looking forward to working with a great group of young men, and I am excited to represent CATA as the West men’s soccer coach. I wish to thank my wife, Leslie, and our children, Charlie and Jackson, for their support.”
East Women
Isaac Rancour
East head coach is entering his 16th season as the soccer coach at Pine Forest High where he has compiled a career record of 147-94-16 in 15 seasons…his teams have won 3 conference regular season titles, 3 conference tournament titles, and made 13 state playoff appearances…twice named Conference Coach of the Year…also coaches the men’s soccer team…his men’s teams have gone 175-101-21 in 14 seasons, winning 3 conference regular season titles and 1 conference tournament title and making 14 straight state playoff appearances…3 times named Conference Coach of the Year…born in Flint, MI…1998 graduate of Grand Blanc High (MI) where he played soccer on 2 conference championship teams and was named All-Conference Honorable Mention…2005 graduate of Fayetteville State University…says “I am thankful and excited to coach the East Women’s All-Star Soccer Team. It is an honor to be able to represent my family, friends, and community that have supported me throughout my career as a coach.”
West Woman
Shea Bridges
West head coach has completed his 18th season as the women’s soccer coach at Hibriten High, where he has compiled a career record of 222-125-31…his teams have won 7 conference regular season titles and made 15 state playoff appearances, finishing as state championship runners-up in 2004…he has earned Conference and Regional Coach of the Year honors as well as being named Charlotte Observer Coach of the Year…United Soccer Coaches National Coaching Diploma recipient…born in Caldwell County…1994 graduate of Hibriten High where he played on a 4-time conference champion soccer team…1998 graduate of Western Carolina University where he played rugby…earned his National Board Teachers Certification…says “It is a true honor to represent my alma mater in this event. I am looking forward to coaching this elite group of girls. A special thank you to God, my wife Shawna, my sons Cameron and Justin, my family, and the Hibriten soccer family for the many years of support. Also, thank you to all of my past and present teams for shaping me into the successful coach I am today.”