News Summary
As the high school soccer season in Cincinnati approaches playoffs, teams are intensifying their efforts to secure wins. Saint Ursula leads the rankings as reigning champions, followed closely by the Mustangs, Pioneers, and other formidable teams. Each match is crucial as players and coaches aim for championship glory. With the competition heating up, the anticipation for exciting playoff games grows. Stay tuned for thrilling performances from these dedicated athletes as they strive to leave their mark in the playoff season.
Cincinnati’s Girls Soccer Teams Gear Up for Playoff Season!
As the vibrant high school soccer season in Cincinnati enters its final third, excitement is buzzing among players, coaches, and fans alike! Teams are not just playing for pride now; they’re gearing up for playoffs, making every match count.
Top 10 Girls Soccer Teams in Greater Cincinnati
Without further ado, here’s a rundown of the top ten girls soccer teams in the Greater Cincinnati area this week:
1. Saint Ursula
The reigning regional champions, Saint Ursula, are owning the field with a record of 6-2-4. They clinched the Girls Greater Catholic League championship with an exciting 1-0 victory over St. Ursula on September 22. The phenomenal Lauren Vaughn netted the only goal, while stellar goalie Kara Buck stood strong and posted a shutout. Vaughn leads the offense with six goals, and the defense has only let in five goals all season! Stay tuned for their upcoming matches against Mercy McAuley, Ursuline, and Centerville.
2. Mustangs
Coming in at number two, the Mustangs have a striking record of 16-2-2. After a nail-biting 4-3 loss to archrival Campbell County, they still managed to take home the All “A” Classic state championship with a combined score of 10-3 against their opponents. Star player Kylie Smith rocked it with two goals in each match, and Rachel Shewmaker also scored twice in the decisive final. They look forward to their games against Villa Madonna and South Oldham soon!
3. Pioneers
Next up, the Pioneers boast an impressive record of 13-1-2. After a solid win over South Oldham and a fierce draw with Conner, they’re riding high. Leading scorers include seniors Ella Smith, Reese Johnson, Alexis Howard, and Meg Gadzala, all ready to shine in the remaining games against Walton-Verona, CCD, Dixie Heights, and Campbell County!
4. Reigning Champs
In at number four are the reigning Division V state champions with a record of 10-1-1. Even though they recently fell after a 3-0 loss to Indian Hill, Natasha Davis is making headlines with an astonishing 17 goals this season. Upcoming matches will see them face off against Oak Hills and Taylor.
5. Raptors
The Raptors are soaring strong with a record of 9-1-3. Though they had a couple of draws against Milford and Walnut Hills, they bounced back with a commanding 4-0 victory over Lakota West. Nina Brandon has been on fire, scoring seven goals across these three games. Look out for their matches against Little Miami and Mason coming up!
6. Braves
Next on our list, the Braves are sitting at 9-0-3 and recently celebrated a significant win over the reigning Division V state champion Madeira with a 3-0 shutout. Dynamic scorers Alex Bunkowske, Sabrina Mangialardo, and Kaylee VanDemark have helped the defensive team maintain an impressive record of only three goals allowed this season! They’ll be facing Summit Country Day, Deer Park, and Turpin soon.
7. Highlanders
The Highlanders currently have a record of 7-0-2 but have recently dropped in rank after a 3-0 loss to Mason and a scoreless draw with Springboro. Taylor Spille is leading the charge with eight goals this season. Next up, they’ll challenge Princeton, Madeira, and Colerain.
8. Comets
With a record of 7-3-2, the Comets have climbed to the top of the Greater Miami Conference after stellar wins over Oak Hills (3-0) and Lakota West (3-1). Senior Anna Habra has chipped in with eight goals this season, and they’ll be set to battle Lakota East soon!
9. Defending Division I State Champs
The defending Division I state champions haven’t backed down, sporting a record of 9-2-2. They recently snagged a win against Northmont and a draw with Oak Hills, closing in on Centerville in their conference. Their next matches will be against Chaminade-Julienne and Wayne.
10. Silver Knights
Finally, we have the Silver Knights at 10-0-1. With a spectacular 6-1 victory over Cincinnati Country Day, Mia Stevens stole the spotlight with three goals. The team is gearing up to defend their Division IV state title against larger schools in the upcoming weeks.
Looking Ahead
And let’s not forget the other skilled teams that are keeping an eye on the playoffs, including Conner, East Central, Fairfield, and others. The competition is heating up, and with playoffs just around the corner, every match matters!
Stay tuned, Cincinnati! This high school soccer season is shaping up to be one to remember!
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Additional Resources
- Cincinnati.com: Girls High School Soccer Power Rankings
- Wikipedia: Cincinnati
- Cincinnati.com: September 10 Girls Soccer Rankings
- Google Search: Cincinnati high school soccer
- Cincinnati.com: High School Soccer Preview
- Google Scholar: High School Soccer
- Cincinnati.com: Athletes of the Week
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Soccer
- Cincinnati.com: Top Underclassmen 2025
- Google News: High School Soccer