High school girls soccer: 2025 2A team-by-team region capsules, predictions

The 2025 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: Kim Free (Rowland Hall), RB Vazquez (South Summit), Jeannie Woller (Waterford) and Matt Downing (ALA).

Here are the 2A teams and players to watch this upcoming season.

2A South

1. Grand Red Devils

2025 Schedule

Head coach: Laura Reed (4th year).

2024 record: 10-5 (tied for second in Region 2A South with a 7-3 record).

2024 RPI ranking: No. 6 in 2A.

2024 postseason: Eliminated by Rowland Hall, 5-0, in the 2A Quarterfinals.

2024 offense: 4.1 gpg (No. 5 in 2A)

2024 defense: 2.7 gpg (No. 6 in 2A)

Returning contributors:

• Gemma Phillips, Jr., MF
• Hannah Fisher, Sr., MF/F
• Hadley Kasprick, So., F
• Violet Begay, Sr., D
• Danika Ewer, Jr., D

Key newcomers:

• Hella Hagermann, Fr., D
• Ella Munger, Fr., MF
• Sophia Munger, Fr., MF
• Ellie Mcguffee, Fr., MF

Coach comment: We are looking forward to a good showing this year with a strong group of new players coming up that will of great support our returning players.

2. Beaver Beavers

2025 Schedule

Head coach: Mikenzey Willden (2nd year).

2024 record: 9-6 (first in Region 2A South with a 8-2 record).

2024 RPI ranking: No. 7 in 2A.

2024 postseason: Eliminated by Waterford, 9-1, in the 2A Quarterfinals.

2024 offense: 2.5 gpg (No. 9 in 2A)

2024 defense: 2.7 gpg (No. 7 in 2A)

Returning contributors:

• Caprie McNeill, Offensive Mid, Sr.
• Britlee Bastian, Defense/Keeper, Sr.
• Kelcie Haywood, Defense, Sr.
• Elizabeth Robinson, Defensive Mid, Sr.
• Ruby Lurth, Striker, Sophomore
• KaDee Murdock, Defensive Mid, Jr.

Key newcomers:

• Marli Wheatley, Defense, Jr.
• Lilli Sorenson, Mid, Fr.

Coach comment: We’re very excited to have some diligent and dynamic players returning and to see some of our younger classmen get the opportunity to showcase their hard work. With both, our returning players and some new athletes, we believe our team has the work ethic and the grit to have a successful season.

3. Millard Eagles

2025 Schedule

Head coach: Chelton Spendlove (3rd year).

2024 record: 11-8 (tied for second in Region 2A South with a 7-3 record).

2024 RPI ranking: No. 9 in 3A.

2024 postseason: Eliminated by American Heritage, 8-0, in the 3A Quarterfinals.

2024 offense: 2.6 gpg (No. 8 in 3A)

2024 defense: 3.1 gpg (No. 10 in 3A)

Coach comment: We are looking forward to a great season. We have most of our starters from last year returning and hope to build on last year successes.

4. Parowan Rams

2025 Schedule

Head coach: Rebecca Evans (8th year).

2024 record: 3-14 (tied for fourth in Region 2A South with a 3-7 record).

2024 RPI ranking: No. 13 in 2A.

2024 postseason: Eliminated by Maeser Prep, 8-0, in the 2A First round.

2024 offense: 1.5 gpg (No. 10 in 2A)

2024 defense: 5.7 gpg (No. 13 in 2A)

Returning contributors:

• Wylee Renzello, Goalie, Jr.
• KatieMae Judd, Midfield, Sr.
• Kenna Carter, Midfield, Jr.

Key newcomers:

• Lyvia Huntington, F/D, Fr.
• Kailynn Shannon, Midfield, Fr.

Coach comment: We are a young, small team, but we are excited to see what the season has in store for us. We have some awesome young experience returning.

5. San Juan Broncos

2025 Schedule

Head coach: Courtney Hurst (3rd year).

2024 record: 3-8 (tied for fourth in Region 2A South with a 3-7 record).

2024 RPI ranking: No. 10 in 2A.

2024 postseason: Eliminated by Beaver, 3-0, in the 2A First round.

2024 offense: 1.4 gpg (No. 11 in 2A)

2024 defense: 2.8 gpg (No. 8 in 2A)

Returning contributors:

• Brinley Jones, Sr.
• Colee  Crofts, Jr.
• Evie McCullough, Sr.
• Brooklyn Pincock, Jr.

Coach comment: This season has the potential to be our best season yet.

6. Enterprise Wolves

2025 Schedule

Head coach: Edgar Garcia (1st year).

First year participating

Coach comment: We are excited for our first ever high school soccer season here. We have a great group of girls that interested in playing and trying out. We will be looking forward to competing and growing as a team.

7. South Sevier Rams

2025 Schedule

Head coach: Sadie Salazar (3rd year).

2024 record: 2-13 (sixth in Region 2A South with a 2-8 record).

2024 RPI ranking: No. 15 in 2A.

2024 postseason: Eliminated by Waterford, 7-1, in the 2A First round.

2024 offense: 1.2 gpg (No. 13 in 2A)

2024 defense: 4.9 gpg (No. 11 in 2A)

Returning contributors:

• Kenadee Roberts, GK, Sr.
• Kennedy Salazar, Forward, Jr.
• Wishlee Bringhurst, Defense, So.

Key newcomers:

• Alyssa Kinney, MF/F, Fr.
• Harley Freeman, MF/F, Fr.

Coach comment: I’m incredibly excited for this season. Over the past couple of years, we’ve started to grow and develop as a team, building valuable experience and chemistry. I can’t wait to see how far we go together this year.

8. Gunnison Valley Bulldogs

2025 Schedule

Head coach: Mikaela Good (1st year).

Didn’t participate last year

Additional info not provided

2A North

1. American Heritage Patriots

2025 Schedule

Head coach: Eleonor Stafford (3rd year).

2024 record: 17-3 (first in Region 2A North with a 9-0 record).

2024 RPI ranking: No. 1 in 2A.

2024 postseason: Beat Waterford, 3-0, in the 2A Championship.

2024 offense: 6 gpg (No. 2 in 2A)

2024 defense: 1 gpg (No. 1 in 2A)

Returning contributors:

• Kayley Hall, center back, Sr.
• Ainsley Suelzle, left back, Sr.
• Brinley Hall, Goalkeeper, So.
• Ada Werner, midfielder, So.
• Alva Bertlison, center back, So.
• Carlee Vonk, right back, Sr.
• Izzy Steele, midfielder, So.

Key newcomers:

• Jules Gardner, forward, Fr.
• Olivia Knecht, forward, Fr.

Coach comment: As we prepare for the upcoming season, I’m excited about the potential of this group. We have several talented newcomers joining us, and I’m confident they’ll bring fresh energy and strengthen the team. It’s going to be a competitive and rewarding year. Time to get to work.

2. Waterford Ravens

2025 Schedule

Head coach: Jeannie Woller (1st year).

2024 record: 12-4 (second in Region 2A North with a 8-1 record).

2024 RPI ranking: No. 2 in 2A.

2024 postseason: Lost to American Heritage, 3-0, in the 2A Championship.

2024 offense: 4.8 gpg (No. 4 in 2A)

2024 defense: 1 gpg (No. 1 in 2A)

Returning contributors:

• Vivika Sarinn, Forward / Midfield, Sr.
• Milana Massinople, Forward / Midfield, Sr.
• Whitney Spanos Defense / Midfield, Sr.
• Lexee Hasebi, Forward, Jr.
• Jess Miller, Keeper, Jr.
• Savvy Williams, Defense, So.
• Andrea Sun, Midfield / Forward, So.
• Caroline Madsen, Midfield, So.

Key newcomers:

• Berklee Hasebi, Midfield, Fr.
• Kyla Horsely, Defender, Fr.

Coach comment: The former Waterford Head Coach Kimi Miyashima has set a spirit of dedication, hard work, and community amongst the players that I am excited to continue going forward. Our team has strong leaders in the senior class this year and impactful players in each grade, including the rising ninth graders, So. it will be exciting to find how this newly organized team flows together. I imagine we will find our stride early and work diligently to have fun and play hard as a team. I anticipate a strong and exciting season.

3. St. Joseph Jayhawks

2025 Schedule

Head coach: Tom Evans (4th year).

2024 record: 12-6 (tied for fourth in Region 2A North with a 6-3 record).

2024 RPI ranking: No. 5 in 2A.

2024 postseason: Eliminated by American Heritage, 2-1, in the 2A Semifinals.

2024 offense: 6.4 gpg (No. 1 in 2A)

2024 defense: 1.3 gpg (No. 3 in 2A)

Returning contributors:

• Sofia Evans, M/F, Sr.
• Jaci Coles, D, Sr.
• Ashley Fergus, M/F, Sr.
• Ari Bond, M/F, Sr.
• Kaylin Anguiano, D, Sr.
• Anysia Pinchak, M/D, Jr.

Key newcomers:

• Brooke Majewski, M, Jr. (She was out injured all last season)

Coach comment: We lost a really strong class of seniors from last year but still return a good group of players heading into this year that will be looking to step up and fill those shoes. I am really excited about the team this year, I believe we have a lot of talent but we’ll need to figure out where everyone will play for us to be successful. We do have some really strong seniors returning that are ready to continue the great seasons that we have had over the past several years.

4. Maeser Prep Lions

2025 Schedule

Head coach: Dustin Simmons (11th year).

2024 record: 12-6 (third in Region 2A North with a 6-4 record).

2024 RPI ranking: No. 4 in 2A.

2024 postseason: Eliminated by St. Joseph, 3-2, in the 2A Quarterfinals.

2024 offense: 4.9 gpg (No. 3 in 2A)

2024 defense: 1.6 gpg (No. 4 in 2A)

Returning contributors:

• Gianna Capella, D, Sr.
• Madelyn Stephenson, MF, Sr.
• Tess Jorgensen, MF, Jr.
• Ruby Dunn, MF, Jr.
• Cami Simmons, F, So.

Key newcomers:

• Lilah Leeper, F, So.
• Norah Johnson, MF/D, So.
• Deb Chavez, MF, So.

Coach comment: We’re excited for our younger players to get acclimated to the varsity level and make their presence known.

5. Rowland Hall Winged Lions

2025 Schedule

Head coach: Kim Free (1st year).

2024 record: 8-6 (tied for fourth in Region 2A North with a 6-3 record).

2024 RPI ranking: No. 3 in 2A.

2024 postseason: Eliminated by Waterford, 3-0, in the 2A Semifinals.

2024 offense: 3.1 gpg (No. 7 in 2A)

2024 defense: 2.1 gpg (No. 5 in 2A)

Additional info not provided

6. Draper APA Eagles

2025 Schedule

Head coach: Josh Lockwood (4th year).

2024 record: 9-6 (sixth in Region 2A North with a 4-5 record).

2024 RPI ranking: No. 8 in 2A.

2024 postseason: Eliminated by Millard, 2-1, in the 2A First round.

2024 offense: 3.4 gpg (No. 6 in 2A)

2024 defense: 3 gpg (No. 9 in 2A)

Returning contributors:

• Abbi Gorringe, Midfielder, Sr.
• Mia Pollastro, Defense, Jr.
• Estrella Rodriguez-Hamon, Defense, Jr.
• Ella Hagopian, Midfielder, So.
• Sophia Struyk, Forward, So.

Key newcomers:

• Shantal Sanguino, Defense, Fr.
• Eileen Martinez-Romero, Midfielder, Fr.
• Bella Mejia, Defense, Fr.

7. American Leadership Eagles

2025 Schedule

Head coach: Matt Downing (1st year).

2024 record: 4-11 (tied for seventh in Region 2A North with a 2-7 record).

2024 RPI ranking: No. 11 in 2A.

2024 postseason: Eliminated by Grand, 4-0, in the 2A First round.

2024 offense: 1.3 gpg (No. 12 in 2A)

2024 defense: 5.5 gpg (No. 12 in 2A)

Coach comment: I’m very excited to start coaching at ALA and I’m looking forward to getting their girls soccer program on its feet.

8. South Summit Wildcats

2025 Schedule

Head coach: RB Vazquez (1st year).

2024 record: 5-15 (sixth in Region 13 with a 0-10 record).

2024 RPI ranking: No. 16 in 3A.

2024 postseason: Eliminated by Judge Memorial, 6-0, in the 3A Second round.

2024 offense: 1.7 gpg (No. 12 in 3A)

2024 defense: 3.8 gpg (No. 13 in 3A)

Additional info not provided

9. North Summit Braves

2025 Schedule

Head coach: Jennie Hansen (5th year).

2024 record: 2-13 (tied for seventh in Region 2A North with a 2-7 record).

2024 RPI ranking: No. 12 in 2A.

2024 postseason: Eliminated by St. Joseph, 9-0, in the 2A First round.

2024 offense: 0.8 gpg (No. 14 in 2A)

2024 defense: 5.7 gpg (No. 14 in 2A)

Additional info not provided

10. APA West Valley Eagles

2025 Schedule

Head coach: Bryan Russ (4th year).

2024 record: 2-10 (ninth in Region 2A North with a 1-8 record).

2024 RPI ranking: No. 14 in 2A.

2024 postseason: Eliminated by Rowland Hall, 6-0, in the 2A First round.

2024 offense: 0.5 gpg (No. 16 in 2A)

2024 defense: 5.8 gpg (No. 15 in 2A)

Additional info not provided

11. Utah Military Hillfield Thunderbirds

2025 Schedule

Head coach: Nick Lopez (5th year).

2024 record: 2-14 (10th in Region 2A North with a 1-7 record).

2024 RPI ranking: No. 16 in 2A.

2024 postseason: Eliminated by American Heritage, 10-0, in the 2A First round.

2024 offense: 0.6 gpg (No. 15 in 2A)

2024 defense: 7.8 gpg (No. 16 in 2A)

Returning contributors:

• Alexis Workman, Sr., MF/D, Team captain
• Brooklyn Hill, Sr., D/MF, Team captain
• Erin May, So., F/MF, Team captain
• Rylee May, MF, Sr.
• Penelope Gonzalez, F/MF, Sr.
• Sophie Rodriguez, MF/D, Jr.
• Kari Zollinger, D/MF, Jr.
• Taylor Waite, GK/MF/D, Jr.
• Sophomores:
• Haighlee Wheatley, MF/GK, So.
• Shaylah Polly, F/MF, So.
• Isabella DiGirolamo, F/MF, So.

Key newcomers:

• Eve Carlson, GK/MF/D, Fr.
• Genevieve Schultz, F/M, Fr.
• Around Jamal, MF, Fr.
• Zoey Herrera, MF, So.
• Je’naye Stewart, F/MF/D, Fr.

Coach comment: We’re excited for the upcoming season. With a lot of fresh faces and a young roster, there’s great potential ahead. We also have a strong core of returning players, and I’m looking forward to seeing how this group comes together and builds chemistry on the field.

12. Utah Military Camp Williams Marauders

2025 Schedule

Head coach: Haley Seifert

Did not participate last year

Additional info not provided