The Section 9 coaches association has released its all-section and all-class girls soccer teams for the 2026 season, identifying the top performers across the region.
According to a report from Yahoo Sports, Monroe-Woodbury emerged as a dominant force in the selections, earning three all-section picks. The school joined Warwick, Washingtonville, and Beacon in securing two selections each.
These honorees now face a critical window of competition. The selected players have the opportunity to be chosen for all-state honors in the coming weeks.
The release of these teams comes as the local soccer season reaches a high-stakes conclusion. While the all-section teams celebrate individual excellence, the broader postseason landscape has seen significant shifts.
The all-section roster features a diverse spread of talent from across the various classifications. The following table outlines the players selected for the all-section honors:
| School | Player | Year/Position |
|---|---|---|
| Beacon | Drew Kelly | Jr., D |
| Beacon | Claire Morgan | Jr., MF |
| John S. Burke Catholic | Sarah Roberson | Sr., GK |
| Chester | Kutemba Chilufya | Soph., MF |
| Our Lady of Lourdes | Chiara Winogradoff | Jr., MF |
| Millbrook/Webutuck | Lilly Kozera | Sr., F |
| Minisink Valley | Ava Revella | Jr., MF |
| Monroe-Woodbury | Grace Gillette | Sr., F |
| Monroe-Woodbury | Kyra Gilligan | Sr., F |
| Monroe-Woodbury | Alyssa Zollo | Jr., MF |
| Mount Academy | Shannon Clement | Sr., F |
| James I. O’Neill | Hailey Hall | Soph., GK |
| Pine Bush | Audra Meberg | Sr., MF |
| Rhinebeck | Lexi Torres | Soph., F |
| Rockland | Anastasia Niforatos | Sr., MF |
| S.S. Seward | Francesca Falone | Jr., MF |
| Wallkill | Aoife Brady | Sr., GK |
| Warwick | Teagan Currid | Fr., F |
| Warwick | Madelyn Luciano | Sr., MF |
| Washingtonville | Nicolette Mammolitti | Sr., F |
| Washingtonville | Emily Outly | Soph., MF |
The honors extend deep into specific classifications, highlighting the depth of the soccer programs in the region. In All-Class AAA, Monroe-Woodbury’s presence remains strong with Grace Gillette and Kyra Gilligan both earning spots alongside Alyssa Zollo and Teagan Lyson.
Pine Bush also maintained a high level of play in the AAA tier, with Audra Meberg earning selection. Kingston’s Kallie Bennett was also recognized as a top goalkeeper in the class.
The All-Class A and B categories show a similar spread of talent. In Class B, John S. Burke Catholic saw dual recognition for Kate Cuebas and goalkeeper Sarah Roberson. Meanwhile, Class C/D selections highlighted players from smaller programs like Chapel Field, Eldred, and Tri-Valley.
The transition from high school standout to collegiate athlete is a visible trend among these graduates. Recent data and photography from the season highlight several local athletes moving into the next phase of their careers.
- Minisink Valley graduate Lily Rodriguez ’28 is playing midfield for Bridgeport.
- Warwick Valley graduate Kaela MacDougall ’27 is a midfielder for Muhlenberg.
- John S. Burke Catholic graduate Katie Scully ’27 plays for Catholic University.
- S.S. Seward graduate Shannon Sgombick ’27 is a forward for Nazareth.
- James I. O’Neill graduate Amaya Hill ’26 is a forward for Temple.
- Monroe-Woodbury graduate Reese Dolan is a goalkeeper for Bucknell.
- Monroe-Woodbury graduate Emily Dovico is a defender for Marist.
These athletes represent the talent pipeline that sustains both local high school athletics and collegiate soccer.