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Orem senior Jesse Ruiz and an Alta player kick the ball into the air during the Region 8 game in Orem on Wednesday, May 3, 2023.

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Skyridge players block a free kick during the 6A semifinal game against Pleasant Grove at Zions Bank Stadium in Herriman on Tuesday, May 23, 2023.

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Lone Peak defender Thom Kramer kicks the ball during the Region 4 game against Westlake in Highland on Wednesday, April 12, 2022.

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Orem senior Clate Bergeson (16) takes a corner kick during the Region 8 game against Lehi in Orem on Friday, April 21, 2023.

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Maeser junior Aidan Simmons gets congratulated after scoring on a penalty kick during the Class 2A game against American Heritage in Lindon on Monday, April 24, 2023.

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A Pleasant Grove player crosses the ball during the 6A semifinal game against Skyridge at Zions Bank Stadium in Herriman on Tuesday, May 23, 2023.

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Skyridge sophomore Lucas White shoots a shot during the 6A title game against Syracuse at America First Field in Sandy on May 25, 2023.

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Here are the top boys soccer players in the Utah Valley area in 2023:

Player of the Year: Evan Beus, Jr. F, Lone Peak

Not only led the Knights offensively with his knack for finding the net (18 goals and 13 assists) but came through in clutch moments and was always a threat.

Offensive MVP: Tyler Klein, Sr. MF/F, Orem

Dynamic finisher with a great combination of athleticism and skill who could score (17 goals) or find openings for his teammates (10 assists).

Defensive MVP: Tanner Parry, Sr. D, Skyridge

Key stopper who set the tone for the Falcons, starting the offensive build out of the back while keeping the backline organized.

Keeper of the Year: Jackson Medina, Jr. GK, Wasatch

Excellent net-minder who was rarely out of position, finishing with 10 shutouts while only surrendering 10 goals all season.

Coach of the Year: Jerry Preisendorf, Skyridge

Molded the Falcons through the ups and downs of the season to get the most out of them at state, finding ways to win and get to the 6A title game.

2023 All-Valley Boys Soccer First Team

(alphabetical order)

Clate Bergeson, Sr. F, Orem

Dynamic presences whose creativity and skill created openings for himself (four goals, seven assists) as well as the entire team.

Jayden Cosper, MF/F, Wasatch

The spearhead of the Wasp offensive attack who tallied 12 goals and five assists to lead his team to the 5A title.

Canon Downey, Jr. D, Wasatch

Set the tone for a team that only gave up 13 goals, while also scoring four goals in the attack.

Gavin Fosvick, Sr. F,  Pleasant Grove

Talented striker who spearheaded the Viking attack, scoring eight goals and adding two assists.

Jon Fritcher, Jr. MF, Pleasant Grove

Excellent vision led to consistent distributing with seven assists, notching three goals as well.

Jackson Gunther, Sr. F, Lone Peak

Dependable leader as a team captain who also made the most of opportunities (eight goals, eight assists).

Seth Gutzman, Sr. D, Provo

Important defensive presence who was always dangerous coming forward, putting in 10 goals with three assists.

Lincoln Hiatt, Sr. F, American Heritage

Amazing player who was always a threat to make something happen, as shown by his seven goals and three assists.

Thom Kramer, Jr. MF, Lone Peak

Creative player in the middle who made key offensive plays (7 goals, 3 assists) as well as impeding opposing offenses.

Lewis Mason, Jr. MF, Lone Peak

Always seemed to make the right passes, setting up 13 goals while putting three in the back of the net himself.

Liam Oberhansly, Sr. MF, Pleasant Grove

Key central presence who could find the net (four goals, three assists) but often set things up for the rest of the team.

Jesse Ruiz, Sr. MF/F, Orem

Skilled athlete who appeared to be involved in every play, ending up with seven goals and five assists.

Nate Shepherd, Sr. F, Lehi

Talented attacker who used his athleticism to break down defenders and put the ball in, scoring 14 goals.

Aidan Simmons, Jr. F, Maeser

One of the top offensive players in the state, notching 31 goals and 22 assists during a great campaign for the Lions.

Connor Watkins, Sr. GK, Lone Peak

Intuitive performer between the pipes who could be counted on to make big saves, finishing with 8.5 shutouts.

Garrett Weber, Sr. D, Lehi

Essential figure for the Pioneers in all aspects of the game with excellent ability to get the ball in the right spot (three goals, 14 assists).

Lucas White, So. MF, Skyridge

Skillful contributor who had a great touch on free kicks and on the attack (10 goals, 5 assists).

2023 All-Valley Boys Soccer Second Team

(alphabetical order)

Dexter Bergholm, Sr. F, Westlake

6 goals, 4 assists

Cayden Bowers, F, Salem Hills

9 goals, 2 assists.

Tristan Brockbank, Sr. F, Maeser

25 goals, always dangerous

Noah Carlton, Sr. F, Lone Peak

5 goals, 7 assists

Troy Chamberlain, So. GK, Skyridge

Four shutouts, great presence

Gavin Fenn, So. MF, Lehi

Physical athlete who demanded attention

Joshua Guymon, Jr. F, Skyridge

8 goals, key finisher

Miller Hall, So. MF, American Fork

8 goals, 6 assists

Jackson Hanley, Sr. F/MF, Wasatch

3 goals, 11 assists

Eric Jaspers, Sr. GK, Westlake

Talented keeper who made huge saves

Caden Pennock, Jr. D, Pleasant Grove

1 goal, 1 assist, excellent stopper

Cade Preston, Sr. D, Lehi

Solid backline leader

Ryker Richards, Sr. F, Juab

15 goals, 10 assists

Jace Robins, Sr. D, Orem

3 goals, 3 assists, great defender

Nephi Rodriguez, Jr. F, Provo

6 goals, amazing skills

Cole Simpson, So. MF, Wasatch

5 goals, 9 assists

Cannon Thorn, Jr. F, Skyridge,

6 goals, 1 assist

Honorable Mention

American Fork: Lewis Knecht, Preston Osborne, Nick Sharp, Bodie Ford, Jaxon Dingus

ALA: Aaron Cabrera, Anthony Sunde, Sebastian Gonzalez, Daniel Haston

American Heritage: Mackay Biesinger, Luke Stratton, Weston Larson, Cael Tillman

Cedar Valley: Tyson Carter, Darren Gillespie, Orrin Gifford

Freedom Prep: Joseph Garcia

Juab: Jake Petersen, Gage Olsen, Jake Peterson

Lehi: Luis Lillo, Kaleb Cowley, Corbin Torkornoo, Alfred Vargas

Lone Peak: Kyle Moreno, Patrick Stevenson, Adrian Xanthos

Merit: Erick Bedolla, Leo Monje, Simone Piccin

Maple Mountain: Jannis Gerland, Corbin Gardner, Jace Polluck, Owen Kallas

Maeser Prep: Jack Stevenson, Isaac Johnson, McKay Brimhall, Robert Lane, Alexander Bowler

Mountain View: Andrew Della Rocca, Diego Aguirre

Orem: Ivan Arachiga, Anderson Laparra, Kaue Akana, Drew Thomson, Sasha Voronetski

Payson: Ethan Lindsay, Remi Marron

Pleasant Grove: Rockwell Doman, Ramses Alvarez, Stephen Bichon,

Provo: Cole Disbrow, Kade Jolley, Spencer Shuman, Tristan Vallanueva, Javier Ruiz

Salem Hills: Sam Larsen, Jose Nava, Brooks Barker, Corbin Harris, Will Hansen

Skyridge: Joshua Guymon, Lincoln Krueger,

Spanish Fork: Landon Clark, Caleb Moller, Carter Jones

Springville: Isaac Sorensen, Will Emmett

Timpanogos: Brigham Conover, Dustin Searle, Collin Glazier, Blake Turner

Timpview: Anson Holman, Daniel Nevers, Collin Gonzolas

Wasatch: Hunter Cosper, Gilberto Vargas, Bode Heelis

Westlake: Jaren Peterson, Anthony Rassavong

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