The St. Anthony Soccer team faced a challenging 2026 season, demonstrating resilience, determination, and teamwork despite injuries and a young roster. Throughout the season, players stepped into unfamiliar roles, gained valuable experience, and continued to compete with dedication and perseverance.
Joey LaSarge led the Bulldogs offensively with five goals, followed by Graham Miller with three and Jackson LaSarge with two. Alex Koester, Myra Christie, and Jasper Everett each contributed one goal. Despite facing adversity, the Bulldogs continued to work together and improve throughout the season.
The team benefited from strong senior leadership, including captains Isaac Fallert, Eli Hiatt, and Mason Jones, who each overcame challenges and helped guide their teammates. Fellow seniors Myra Christie, Devin Grubb, and Frank Scheidemantel also made valuable contributions, adapting to new positions and supporting the team’s development.
Several younger players stepped into important roles, including freshman Levi Flowers, who earned a captain’s armband midway through the season for his leadership on defense. Goalkeeper Rucker Harris showed significant improvement, while Elijah Underbrink, Chae Swick, Victor Vega, and Jasper Everett continued to develop their skills.
After nine years leading the program, Head Coach Martin Reyes announced his decision to step down. During his tenure, St. Anthony Soccer expanded beyond the high school team to include a U-14 team and two U-12 teams, establishing a strong foundation for future growth. The U-14 team recently earned third place at its end-of-season tournament.
St. Anthony thanks Coach Reyes, assistant coaches Reilly Ashton and Brad Jensen, and the families who supported the program throughout the season. The Bulldogs also say farewell to their six seniors, whose leadership and dedication will leave a lasting impact on St. Anthony Soccer.
