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MOVING UP: 6A Boys competing in Regional Quarters
The UIL Soccer Area Round provided another series of intense competitions between the finest clubs Texas has to offer.
Following some exceptional performances, which featured a myriad of nail-biters on the pitch, several Houston teams are advancing to the Regional Quarterfinals, with fans in tow.
Here are the H-Town teams (6A-Boys) primed to maintain their momentum in Round No. 3 of the UIL postseason this Friday and Saturday.
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6A Boys Soccer
*Record Format: W-L-T (Tournament games not included)
*List is ordered alphabetically
Cinco Ranch Cougars
2022-23 Regular Season: 9-3-5/Finished 3rd in District 19-6A
Head Coach: Ryan Searle
2022-23 Playoffs:
- Bi-District: 2-2 (3-1 Penalty Shootout) Win v. Ridge Point
- Area Round: 5-2 Win v. Houston Westside
Difference-Maker: Senior Forward Daniel Vargas-- The four-year starter who lead the team in scoring with 15 goals against district opponents, and has 17 overall.
Regional Quarterfinals Matchup: v. Seven Lakes
Clear Springs Chargers
2022-23 Regular Season: 9-4-5/District 24-6A Champions (8-1-3)
Head Coach: Kenny Webb
2022-23 Playoffs:
- Bi-District: 0-0 (5-4 Penalty Shootout) Win v. Alief Taylor
- Area Round: 2-0 Win v. Summer Creek
Difference-Maker: Junior MF Alexandro Quintanilla-- "He only has a couple of goals and 3 assists, but his skill level, ability to see the pitch, get his teammates where they need to be and refuse to lose attitude is what sets him apart," said Coach Webb. "He plays injured, doesn't complain and works hard every day."
Regional Quarterfinals Matchup: v. North Shore
Cypress Woods Wildcats
2022-23 Regular Season: 9-2-4/District 16-6A Champions (8-2-4)
Head Coach: Joseph Carmichael
2022-23 Playoffs:
- Bi-District: 4-1 Win v. Klein Cain
- Area Round: 2-1 Win v. Grand Oaks
Difference-Maker: "What sets this team apart is their willingness to lead no matter where they are — on the field, in the classroom, or from the bench," said Carmichael. "At the center of it all are our seniors! They’ve always put our team’s success above personal recognition."
Regional Quarterfinals Matchup: v. Tomball
2022-23 Cy Woods Wildcats SoccerPhoto provided by Joe & Rachel Carmichael
Dobie Longhorns
2022-23 Regular Season: 12-0-3/District 22-6A Champions (10-0-2)
Head Coach: Justo Manrique
2022-23 Playoffs:
- Bi-District: 3-0 Win v. Humble
- Area Round: 1-0 Win v. Alief Elsik
Difference-Maker:Victor Hernandez (Sr. MF) & Jordi Garcia (Sr. F)--The pair of Dobie seniors connected to score the game's only goal. Garcia, who leads the team in goals, scored off of a pass from Hernandez (the team's assist leader) to send the Longhorns to Round No.3.
Regional Quarterfinals Matchup: v. Pearland
Photo provided by Dobie HC Justo Manrique
Katy Jordan Warriors
2022-23 Regular Season: 10-5-2/Finished 3rd in District 19-6A
Head Coach: Jason Meekins
2022-23 Playoffs:
- Bi-District: 4-1 Win v. Fort Bend Bush
- Area Round: 3-2 Win v. Cypress Ridge
Difference-Maker: Sophomore MF Marcelo Ojeda & Senior CB Ben Bucic-- Bucic scored the game-tying goal near the end of regulation, and Ojeda sealed Jordan's victory with a goal in OT.
Regional Quarterfinals Matchup: v. Katy Paetow
Photo provided by HC Meekins
Katy Paetow Panthers
2022-23 Regular Season: 10-2-5/Finished 2nd in District 19-6A
Head Coach: Vincenzo Vaccaro
2022-23 Playoffs:
- Bi-District: 5-0 Win v. George Ranch
- Area Round: 4-3 Win v. Lamar
Difference-Maker: Sophomore Forward Cesar Garcia-- Led the Panthers attack, scoring twice, while providing support on the defensive side of the ball.
Regional Quarterfinals Matchup: v. Katy Jordan
Photo provided by Paetow HC Vincenzo Vaccaro
MacArthur Generals:
2022-23 Regular Season: 15-0/District 14-6A Champions (14-0)
Head Coach: Salvador Fernandez
2022-23 Playoffs:
- Bi-District: 2-0 Win v. Conroe
- Area Round: 4-0 Win v. Cypress Springs
Difference-Maker: MacArthur's Backline-- The stalwart Generals defense, led by senior Cristian Lopez (who scored the opening goal) shut out the Cy Springs attack to continue their postseason opponents' scoreless streak.
Regional Quarterfinals Matchup: v. The Woodlands
Photo provided by HC Salvador Fernandez
North Shore Mustangs
2022-23 Regular Season: 11-4-2/Finished 4th in District 21-6A
Head Coach: Richard Hurtado
2022-23 Playoffs:
- Bi-District: 3-1 Win v. Pasadena
- Area Round: 1-0 Win v. Strake Jesuit
Difference-Maker: Junior Forward Ahmed Pecero-- Scored the lone goal of the match, bringing his season total to 35.
Regional Quarterfinals Matchup: v. Clear Springs
Photo provided by HC Hurtado
2022-23 Regular Season: 10-2-8/Finished 3rd in District 23-6A
Head Coach: Scott Macneish
2022-23 Playoffs:
- Bi-District: 4-2 Win v. Dickinson
- Area Round: 2-1 Win v. Kingwood
Difference-Maker: Senior Forward Yousef Elnokali--Has scored 4 goals to lead the Oilers' attack through the first two rounds of the postseason. He, along with with Senior Defender Ashraf Adi, will play major roles in Pearland's playoff hopes.
Regional Quarterfinals Matchup: v. Dobie
Photo by Loyd Hendricks (Pearland)
Seven Lakes Spartans
2022-23 Regular Season: 15-1-1/District 19-6A Champions (15-0-1)
Head Coach: Jim Krueger
2022-23 Playoffs:
- Bi-District: 2-0 Win v. Fort Bend Austin
- Area Round: 2-0 Win v. Bellaire
Regional Quarterfinals Matchup: v. Cinco Ranch
The Woodlands Highlanders
2022-23 Regular Season: 19-2-2/District 13-6A Champions (14-0-2)
Head Coach: Jason Fanning
2022-23 Playoffs:
- Bi-District: 6-0 Win v. Spring Westfield
- Area Round: 2-1 Win v. Cypress Lakes
Difference-Maker: Senior MF Gaspar Markez-- Scored the winning goal by way of a 25-yard rocket to the top corner of the goalpost.
Regionals Quarterfinals Matchup: v. MacArthur
Tomball Cougars
2022-23 Regular Season: 9-3-2/District 15-6A Champions
Head Coach: Martin Metcalf
2022-23 Playoffs:
- Bi-District: 2-1 Win v. Langham Creek
- Area Round: 2-1Win v. Aldine
Regional Quarterfinals Matchup: v. Cypress Woods
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GAME-BREAKERS: VYPE's top offensive standouts at the Under Armour Camp
The Under Armour Underclassman Report Camp was held at Planet Ford Stadium in Spring over the weekend as athletes from Texas and the southeast came to together to show their skills.
Dozens of DI prospects at each position ran through a combine as well as competing in one-on-ones.
Several stars were on hand and others established themselves as solid DI prospects.
Let’s take a look at the offensive side of the ball.
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Hauss Hejny – Aledo, QB
Dual-threat QB with a strong, accurate arm. Tremendous football IQ. Like the velocity and different arm angles. Leader of super-program with a State Ring this past fall. A little undersized at 5-foot-11 but the arm talent is there. Decommitted from Baylor but has a solid offers list. Was the QB MVP.
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Nate Kibble – Atascocita, OL
Won the offensive line MVP. The next big thing at Atascocita – Kenyon Green, Kam Dewberry and Samu showed him the way. This inside guy is 6-foot-3 and over 300 pounds. Great footwork and stays in front of athletic DLs. Good first punch and has strong hands. LSU, TCU, Texas and Texas A&M have all offered.
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Taji Atkins – Westfield, RB
Rushed for over 1,000 yards and 16 rushing TDs as a junior against some good competition. See the Duncanville tape. At 5-foot-9, Atkins can run in space and away from people. Really good in the classroom with offers from some Ivy’s and good mid-majors. No linebacker could keep up with him in one-on-ones. Was a pleseant surprise at the camp.
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Andrew Marsh – Jordan, WR
One of the top 2025 WRs in the country. Rangy, athletic and can win 50-50 balls. Huge catch radius, if the ball is around him he is coming down with the catch. Runs track. Has over 24 dozen offers. Will be taking visits to Auburn, Michigan, USC, Oklahoma, LSU, Nebraska and more this off-season.
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Quanell Farrakahn Jr., The Woodlands, WR
Also a national 2025 recruit at the receiver spot. Great route runner and gets in and out of cuts with explosion. He is the most athletic player at The Woodlands and can flip to DB when needed. Also returns kicks. Recently dropped Top 5 of Penn State, Florida State, Tennessee, TCU, and Georgia.
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OTHERS OF NOTE
Tracy James II, Cy Ranch, WR
One of the most slept on WR in the Greater-Houston Area. His Saturday camp performance earned him an invite to Sunday's invite only camp. Great slot route-runner. Good hands. Has the speed to get behind any defender. His recruitment should pick up during the Spring. College Coaches get on this kid NOW!
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Adrian Wilson, Pflugerville Weiss, WR
First time seeing Wilson in person... crazy vertical at 38 inches. Rising 4-star prospect that has been picking up major traction on the recruiting trail. Clean route runner and large catch radius. Really liked his size at Wideout, expect him to rise in rankings soon and for the offer list to grow.
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Roman Seymour, Manvel, QB
The upcoming sophomore has all the tools. Great frame -- will fill out a 6-foot-6, 192 pounds. Offered by UH, Pitt and Aggies already. Ball comes out with ease, Great accuracy, Good velocity on throws. Really impressive QB prospect that will be one of the best in the State come his Senior year. New coach Kirk Martin will have a ball with this one.
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Jaquise Martin, Bryan Rudder, Athlete
Newcomer of Year in district. Great hands and route running ability. Looked good in the slot at the camp. He can create separation. Will be an all-purpose guy in college like an Anais Smith at Texas A&M. Came away really impressed with the Sophomore from Rudder.
He was the sleeper of the camp.
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Joseph Ugwu Jr., Paetow, OL
The 6-foot-5, 285-pound lineman looks the part to be a high-DI. Wide base and 6-foot-8 wingspan. Athletic and good balance in the one-on-ones. Was able to hold his own on the outside. Expect Offers in 3…2…1