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This weekend, Mulberry, Florida is set to host the Florida Athletic Coaches Association (FACA) All-Star Classic games at Mulberry High School. From Friday to Sunday, over 100 top senior players from across the state will showcase their soccer skills in a star-studded event. Fans can enjoy a packed schedule featuring both boys and girls teams, including champions from various schools. Join the fun and cheer on the future stars of Florida soccer!

Mulberry Gears Up for a Soccer Showdown!

Mulberry, Florida is brimming with excitement as it hosts the Florida Athletic Coaches Association (FACA) All-Star Classic games this weekend. From Friday through Sunday, local fans can witness the crème de la crème of high school soccer talent right here at Mulberry High School in Polk County. This event is not just any game; it’s a golden opportunity for more than 100 top senior players from around the state to impress and showcase their skills!

A Star-Studded Lineup

Fans can look forward to seeing players who have made waves during their high school careers, including champions like Mia Johnson from St. Johns Country Day and Brooke Gosse from Bartram Trail. With such talent on the field, the weekend promises to be an exhilarating celebration of soccer prowess for both boys and girls.

Match Schedule

Mark your calendars! The match schedule is packed with action:

  • Friday:
    • 5 p.m.: East vs. West
    • 7 p.m.: North vs. South
  • Saturday:
    • 9 a.m.: North vs. East
    • 11 a.m.: South vs. West
    • 5 p.m.: East vs. West
    • 7 p.m.: North vs. South
  • Sunday:
    • 9 a.m.: North vs. East
    • 11 a.m.: South vs. West

Meet the Teams!

Let’s take a quick look at some of the talented rosters that will be featured this weekend:

East Boys Roster
  • Goalkeepers: John Bagocius (South Fork), Chandler Draper (Holy Trinity)
  • Defenders: Christopher Barba (Martin County), John Gardner (Bishop Moore), and more
  • Midfielders: Daniel Garibay (Sebastian River), Alejandro Martinez (Sanford Seminole)
  • Forwards: Lloyd Bailey (Centennial), Dhemari Dacres (East River)
North Boys Roster
  • Goalkeepers: Lincoln Guynn (Arnold), Eli Lacey (Fort Walton Beach)
  • Defenders: Adrian Hemelt (St. Joseph), Logan Horn (Bradford)
  • Midfielders: Cody Bass (Columbia), David Garcia (Mandarin)
  • Forwards: Kyle Jackson (St. Joseph), Jack Moberly (Flagler Palm Coast)
South Boys Roster
  • Goalkeepers: Jacob Pasmore (Flanagan), Carmine Ricciardi (Boca Raton)
  • Defenders: Thomas Cecere (St. Thomas Aquinas), Sage Chartier (Highlands Christian)
  • Midfielders: DJ Barrett (Key West), Gaspar Fernandez (Belen Jesuit)
  • Forwards: Chase Carroll (St. Thomas Aquinas), Cory Edwards (Somerset-Chapel Trail)
West Boys Roster
  • Goalkeepers: Jose Fuentes (Lely), Lucas Pretelt (Newsome)
  • Defenders: Anthony Becker (Bishop Verot), Cody Conway (Lakewood Ranch)
  • Midfielders: Thomas Castano-Rayo (Mariner), Gage Lenzi (Hollins)
  • Forwards: Gregory Jackson II (Lake Gibson), Nelson Ramirez (Spoto)

Let’s Not Forget the Girls!

East Girls Roster
  • Goalkeepers: Lileigh Jensen (Kathleen), Kendall Mix (Viera)
  • Defenders: Maciah DeLaughter (Melbourne), Alex Lue Pann (Timber Creek)
  • Midfielders: Olivia Bolin (Edgewood), Nola Johnson (Sanford Seminole)
  • Forwards: Ava Chevalier (McKeel), Skye Dias (Cocoa Beach)
North Girls Roster
  • Goalkeepers: Emma Taylor (Leon), Savannah Yerger (Stanton)
  • Defenders: Peyton Burris (Stanton), Mia Johnson (St. Johns Country Day)
  • Midfielders: Evangelina Arocho (Atlantic Coast), Sydnie Colaw (P.K. Yonge)
  • Forwards: Maiya Bowers (South Walton), Taliah Brooks (Atlantic Coast)
South Girls Roster
  • Goalkeepers: Kianna Burgos (The Villages), Demi Serman (Auburndale)
  • Defenders: Payton Betz (Olympic Heights), Chloe Durden (Auburndale)
  • Midfielders: Mia Garcia (Mulberry), Kayla Kilstock (Miami Country Day)
  • Forwards: Lola Cannova (Cardinal Newman), Gianna Granda (Jupiter)
West Girls Roster
  • Goalkeepers: Trishelle Lopez (Mariner), Katie Mackleer (Sunlake)
  • Defenders: Annabelle Bokor (Land O’ Lakes), Olivia Hinote (Mariner)
  • Midfielders: Alana Bennett (Indian Rocks Christian), Sienna Callaway (Crystal River)
  • Forwards: Katherine Anderson (Berkeley Prep), Jillian Haataja (Bishop Verot)

Join the Fun!

Whether you’re a die-hard soccer fan or just looking for a fun time out, the FACA All-Star Classic at Mulberry High School is the place to be! With games lined up all weekend long, this is your chance to cheer for some of the best young soccer talent in Florida. Grab your friends and family, head on over to Mulberry, and soak in the thrill of high school soccer at its finest!

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