Meet 10 southern Maine girls soccer teams to watch in 2026
Maine’s 2026 High‑School Soccer Season Gets Underway
Red Storm, Capers, Windjammers and other clubs set sights on titles after a banner 2025.
The autumn wind has kicked in across Maine’s high schools, and coaches, players and fans are already buzzing about the 2026 fall soccer season. From the powerhouse Red Storm of Scarborough to the defending champions Cape Elizabeth Capers, every Class A and Class B club has a story to tell. Below is a look at the teams most likely to shine and the players who may rewrite the record books.
Scarborough Red Storm – Aiming for a Fifth Straight Class A South Crown
Scarborough entered the 2025 playoffs with a clean‑sheet 1‑0 opener against Falmouth and finished the regular season undefeated, earning the Class A South title for the fourth year in a row. Senior goalkeeper Vera DiSotto returns after a 10‑shutout season and a 0.44 goals‑against average, while junior defender Josie Duncan is among the state’s top defensive players. The front line will be led by sophomore Maya Casey, who tallied nine goals—including five game‑winners—last year, and senior midfielders Maggie Booth and Abby Roberts, who combined for 12 goals and 8 assists. The fresh‑in‑center‑back Wren Bodah will also see action.
Key match‑ups this season include a September 15 clash with Windham and a October 3 game against Kennebunk—both considered the toughest tests for a team on a quest for a record‑tying five‑in‑a‑row title.
Windham Eagles – 2025’s Best‑Record Team Looks to End a Title Drought
Windham finished 12‑4‑1 last season, with all three of its defeats coming at the hands of Scarborough. Coach Deb Lebel believes the squad can challenge the Red Storm for the league crown and break a state‑title drought that stretches back to 2021. The offense will be spearheaded by senior Mackenzie Delewski (eight goals, five assists last year). Defensively, senior Denali Momot has been moved from outside defender to midfield, bringing athleticism and stamina to the back‑end. Midfielders Emily Wardwell and Morgan Clark add speed and first‑touch quality. A run to the regional final last year makes Windham a strong contender for another deep playoff run.
Yarmouth Clippers – A Multiple‑Team Battle for the Class B South Top Seed
Yarmouth’s season opener featured a surprise victory over the defending state champions, Cape Elizabeth, giving the Clippers a slight edge in the race for the top seed. New coach Matt Morrill has taken over after long‑time coach Andy Higgins left for Gorham. The offense is led by seniors Lilah Pernal (eight goals, six assists) and Fiona John (10 goals, two assists). The defense is anchored by seniors Lucy Belesca and Giselle Jabar, both returning all‑Western Maine Conference backs. The team’s upcoming early‑season challenge comes against Greely.
Cape Elizabeth Capers – Undefeated and Looking to Retain the State Crown
Cape Elizabeth finished 2025 undefeated and captured the Class B state title, earning the Varsity Maine Girls Team of the Year honors. The loss of 2025 Player of the Year Noelle Mallory (31 goals) will be felt, but her younger sister Alexa Mallory (15 goals, six assists) is poised to fill the void. Junior midfielder Haisel McGeachey added 10 goals, and senior midfielder Addie Miller (five goals, seven assists) will also step into a bigger role. Senior goalkeeper Kelsie Law comes off a 12‑shutout season. The Capers aim to defend their title against a competitive Class B South field.
Camden Hills Windjammers – Class A North Runner‑Up Eyes the Top Spot
Camden Hills, the 2025 Class A North runner‑up, fell to eventual state champions Bangor in the regional final. The club’s standout is junior Molly Williams, who was a Varsity Maine All‑State selection last fall and tallied 39 goals with 17 assists. Sophomore forward Liv Domareki was named to the all‑region team and adds another scoring threat. The duo combined for five goals in the season‑opening 8‑0 win over Hampden Academy. Eve Domareki and Elsa Schwalm also contribute, and senior goalie Eliza Gallant will guard the net.
Kennebunk Rams – Surprise Playoff Contender
Kennebunk surprised many by winning 12 games and reaching the Class A South semifinals in 2025. Senior striker Alina Auriemma finished the season with nine goals and three assists, and senior midfielder Ava McCourt made a playoff‑stage impact by scoring a quarterfinal‑clinching penalty and assisting on a tying goal after a long injury layoff. Sophomore center‑back Payton Wilson led a defense that allowed only six goals. Coaches ranked Kennebunk among the league’s best, and the Rams look to defend their position.
Falmouth Navigators – The No. 2 Seed in the Class A South
Falmouth finished 2025 with a No. 2 seed in the Class A South tournament and a run to the regional semifinals. Senior forward Hadley Perry earned first‑team all‑conference honors with 14 goals and six assists. Junior center‑midfielder Charlotte Talmadge added 10 goals and five assists. Senior midfielder/defender Annabel Ross and junior goalie Emory Westburg provide leadership and defensive stability. Falmouth’s early season win over Class C North Yarmouth Academy set a positive tone.
Mount Ararat Eagles – The Dark Horse of Class A North
Mount Ararat finished 12‑win and reached the regional semifinals in 2025, falling to the Windjammers. Senior forward Katherine Therriault posted 11 goals and 11 assists, while freshman midfielder Hannah Hunt scored nine goals and added seven assists. Goalkeeper Morgan Crawford recorded nine shutouts and allowed 18 goals. With the upcoming non‑conference matchup against Yarmouth, Mount Ararat will have an early test against one of the top teams in Class B.
Freeport Falcons – Building on a Solid 2025 Season
Freeport finished 2025 with eight wins and a Class B South semifinal berth, earning the No. 4 seed in the regional tournament. Senior forward Ella Tracy led the offense with 10 goals and eight assists,
