Returning All-GSAC Players

Raul Aranda, Jose Garcia, Jake Underwood and Emiliano Vega.

Other Notable Returners

Josh Flanagan, who recorded five goals and three assists; Logan Johnson, who played 1,220 minutes and contributed one goal and two assists; Nik Williams; and Alexander Menolascina, who played 1,539 minutes.

Notable Players Lost

Esteban Ardon, who played 1,302 minutes, and Jake Dickinson, who logged 1,000 minutes.

Notable Newcomers

• William Cortez — Junior defender from Glendale, Arizona, and Pima Community College. Reached the 2025 NJCAA Division II Final Site.
• Nathan Tchiakpe — Freshman forward from Paris, France.
• Caleb Anderson — Freshman forward from Peoria, Arizona, and Liberty High School. A 6A all-state selection and state champion who scored 34 goals.
• Brian Franke — Redshirt freshman midfielder from San Diego, California. Previously attended San Diego Christian and competed for Albion SC.

2026 Outlook

Arizona Christian returns four of its five 2025 All-GSAC selections. In addition to an experienced returning group, several players who came off the bench last season are expected to contribute in expanded roles. A talented freshman class and a group of impact transfers should complement the Firestorm's returning experience.

Other Notable Returners

• Jack Jackson — Starting center back.
• Wiktor Blachowicz — Starting defender.
• Ryder Skolka — Starting forward.
• Abel Bello — Returning contributor at forward and defender.
• Rafael Machado — Goalkeeper who played approximately half the season and did not allow a loss during his appearances.

Notable Players Lost

Team captain and defender Jack Taylor, captain and starting goalkeeper Moritz Ae, and starting midfielder Niels Derks.

Notable Newcomers

• Bryan Ncube — Left back from Mineral Area College, which won the Region 16 championship in 2024 and 2025.
• Charlie Sheppard — Goalkeeper from Mineral Area College and a member of its Region 16 championship team.

2026 Outlook

John Cappuccitti takes over as head coach after serving as an assistant with the program last season. More than 20 players return as the Redhawks look to build upon their run to the 2025 GSAC Championship match.

Returning All-GSAC Players

Nitai Bental and Francesco Busini.

Other Notable Returner

Dario Ajdini.

Notable Player Lost

Ravi Holladay.

Notable Newcomers

Hugo Gil and Sam Macdonald.

2026 Outlook

With a strong returning group, the Eagles expect to field a team similar in quality and experience to last season's GSAC semifinal squad.

Notable Returners

Center back Christopher Ferrufino and winger Matthias Alcaraz.

Notable Players Lost

Vincent Lopez, Christian Hernandez, Brandon Galindo and goalkeeper Berlin Torres.

Notable Newcomers

• Francisco Torres — Fullerton College transfer, team captain and First Team All-Orange Empire Conference selection.
• Allan Gonzalez — Cerritos College transfer, Second Team All-South Coast Conference selection and member of the 2025 3C2A state championship team.
• Jorge Orozco — Golden West College transfer and 2024 First Team All-Orange Empire Conference selection.
• Yasir Duque — Golden West College transfer and 2024 Second Team All-Orange Empire Conference selection.

2026 Outlook

Hope International features a strong mix of players with GSAC experience and a talented group of newcomers. The incoming class adds quality throughout the roster.

Returning All-GSAC Players

Vinicius Goncalves, Carlos Leon and Elias Quintanar Macias.

Other Notable Returner

Alvaro Romero.

Notable Player Lost

Christopher Aceves.

Notable Newcomer

Ricky Venegas from Patriot High School.

2026 Outlook

This year's team is built on ambition, commitment and a desire to improve every day as the Golden Eagles attempt to defend their regular-season and tournament championships.

Notable Returner

David Haley.

Notable Player Lost

Sage Belanger.

Notable Newcomer

Angel Norlasco.

2026 Outlook

The Warriors feature a new-look roster that will work to develop a new identity and mindset throughout the 2026 season.

Notable Returners

Jesus Castillo, Jonathan Rodriguez and Zen Courtois.

Notable Player Lost

Victor Chakwakwama.

Notable Newcomers

Mathew Mossman, Nelson Zerhoch and Jasper Jackman.

2026 Outlook

OUAZ enters the season with a mature returning group. Several new transfers should help the Spirit compete immediately.

Notable Returner

Caden Dossman.

Notable Players Lost

Jake Fitzpatrick, Havard Bryne and Ryan Lee.

Notable Newcomer

Florian Hibbert from Pima Community College.

2026 Outlook

Park Gilbert will feature a young and largely new roster as the Buccaneers develop their next group of contributors.

Notable Returners

No additional returners submitted.

Notable Player Lost

Adalid Oregon.

Notable Newcomers

No additional newcomers submitted.

2026 Outlook

Soka enters the season with the largest senior class in program history. The Lions' roster includes 13 seniors.

Returning All-GSAC Players

Clinton Mawusi and Trent Rickard.

Other Notable Returners

Peyton Gorans, Michael Masimango and Zach Bates.

Notable Players Lost

Zach Rodriguez, Benja Mugabi and Thomas Corcione.

Notable Newcomers

• Franco Barba — Eastern Illinois University.
• Umberto Tucceri — Parkland College.
• Andrew Sorto — College of the Canyons.

2026 Outlook

The Mustangs are looking forward to the start of the season and the opportunity to compete in another challenging GSAC race.