The Martensville High School Boys Soccer team is on fire this year, earning a first-time title for the team this past weekend after winning first in Regionals in Prince Albert. According to Coach Kate McKinnon, this was a first time win in MHS history.
The MHS team took home the win after outscoring both Chief Little Pine, and Chief John Keenatch with scores of 2-0, with Keeper Jakson Dean making numerous incredible saves to secure two shut-outs throughout the Regionals.
This weekend, the team will be heading to Moose Jaw to Provincials and will be going up against Yorkton Sacred Heart on Friday, October 28th.
This will be the last season for six players that have been an integral part of the team since beginning in grade 9, and playing all the way through to grade 12; Mason Lewis, Jakson Dean, Aidan Jungman, Rylan Smith, Lukas Gurski and Kayden Berge.
“These boys have been the heart of the team for the past four years and it will be a great loss to the team when they graduate. They play incredibly well together and are a key part to our success,” McKinnon stated.
Another grade 12 player that will not be returning next season and participated in his first season this year was Ryker Tarasoff.
Prior to heading into Regionals, the team had competed in both a 7v7 league, as well as 11v11 games, with a record of 4-wins, 1-loss and 1-tie.
“Our boys have had a very strong season and have impressed me with how well they have played as a team. They are extremely bonded and this shines through in their chemistry on the field. They should be very proud of themselves for how they played this season,” McKinnon added.
