The 2025 boys’ soccer season is officially underway, and early matches are already delivering excitement! Some programs return experienced veterans ready to lead their teams, while others are relying on rising stars stepping into bigger roles. From clutch goals to strong defensive play, fans can expect plenty of thrilling moments on the pitch as LebCo boys’ soccer teams battle it out this fall.
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Annville-Cleona Dutchmen
Lancaster-Lebanon League Section 4
Head Coach: Tucker Hall – 1st season
Key Returners: Travis Hostetter (Sr.); Joey Martin (Sr.); Travis Hostetter (Sr.); Grayson Funk (So.)
Key Newcomers: Sam Cantor (Fr.); Ezra Lim (Fr.); Peter Myers (Fr.)
Outlook: The Annville-Cleona Dutchmen enter 2025 looking to turn a corner and build consistency within the program. After several years of head coaching turnover, new head coach Tucker Hall provides stability and familiarity, having coached many of these players at the junior high level and in club soccer. Senior center back Joey Martin will anchor the defense, providing leadership alongside versatile senior Travis Hostetter, who is expected to contribute in both the midfield and defense. Sophomore Grayson Funk, who started as a freshman at left back, is set to return from injury and bolster the back line. Freshmen Sam Cantor, Ezra Lim, and Peter Myers add energy and depth to a roster that blends experience with promising youth. With strong upperclassmen leadership and a talented freshman class, the Dutchmen are determined to maximize their potential, build momentum, and set the program on a path toward long-term success.
Annville-Cleona Dutchmen Schedule
Cedar Crest Falcons
Lancaster-Lebanon League Section 1
Head Coach: Joe Spade – 2nd season
Key Returners: Ashton Trombley (Sr.); Carter Young (Sr.); Charlie Joffy (Sr.); Jude Guerrisi (Sr.); Malachi Reager (Sr.); Max Fleischer (Sr.); Owen Popejoy (Sr.); Vincent Mattern (Sr.); Wyeth Ritter (Sr.); Grant Reesor (Jr.); Lucas Schreier (Jr.); Sammy Zeisloft (Jr.)
Key Newcomers: Brayden Warfield (So.)
Outlook: The Cedar Crest Falcons finished last season 6-11-1, competing closely in nearly every match, including multiple overtime battles in Section 1. With only three players graduated, the Falcons return nine varsity starters and enter the 2025 campaign with a “win now” mentality. Leadership will come from senior defender Max Fleischer, an LL League All-Star, along with captains Carter Young, Grant Reesor, and Malachi Reager. Supporting them are key contributors in seniors Jude Guerrisi, Owen Popejoy, Charlie Joffy, and goalkeeper duo Wyeth Ritter and Ashton Trombley, plus juniors Sammy Zeisloft and Lucas Schreier. Sophomore Brayden Warfield is expected to provide an offensive spark as a newcomer. With a deep, experienced senior class and proven talent across the field, the Falcons believe they can contend in every game and push further than the program has in recent memory. The sky is the limit.
ELCO Raiders
Lancaster-Lebanon League Section 3
Head Coach: Brian Marquette – 1st season
Key Returners: Tyce Boyer (Sr.); Cole Doster (Sr.); Braden Gettle (Sr.); Sam Keener (Sr.); Ben Macchione (Sr.); Collin Readinger (Sr.); Austin Smith (Sr.); Jevan Marquette (So.); Tanner Hibshman (So.)
Key Newcomers: Colin Turner (Jr.); Luke Byler (Jr.); Parker Tobias (So.); Mason Yoder (So.)
Key Losses: Bryce Hoglund; Micah Gray; Landon Goodison; Tate Lovell; Lukas Smeltzer; Ethan Zimmerman
The ELCO Raiders enter 2025 eager to build on their tradition of competitive soccer and take the next step as a program. After just missing out on the playoffs last fall, this year’s group brings back a wealth of experience and leadership, particularly from a strong senior class. Veterans like Tyce Boyer, Cole Doster, Braden Gettle, Sam Keener, Ben Macchione, Collin Readinger, and Austin Smith will anchor the lineup, while sophomores Jevan Marquette and Tanner Hibshman add energy and versatility. The roster also welcomes several promising newcomers, including Colin Turner, Luke Byler, Parker Tobias, and Mason Yoder, who are expected to contribute immediately. With a new voice at the helm in head coach Brian Marquette, the Raiders are focused, hungry, and confident they can make a push toward postseason play.
Lebanon Cedars
Lancaster-Lebanon League Section 4
Head Coach: Doug Hunter – 5th season
Key Returners: Angello Aviles Pena (Sr.); Chris Osoria (Sr.); Maurice Williams (Sr.); Faris Omar (Jr.); Gauge Soliday (So.)
Key Newcomers: Judah Centeno (So.); Owen Bartal (So.); Parker Bartal (So.); Alexis Echevarria (Fr.)
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Outlook: Last year’s varsity squad endured some growing pains, but the Lebanon Cedars also saw their JV team post one of its best records ever, giving a glimpse of the program’s future. Many of those JV standouts are now stepping into varsity roles, providing a strong foundation for growth. Leadership will come from senior defender Angello Aviles Pena, senior forward Chris Osoria, and senior defender/midfielder Maurice Williams, while junior midfielder Faris Omar and sophomore midfielder Gauge Soliday add playmaking ability and energy. Young talent such as Judah Centeno, twins Owen and Parker Bartal, and freshman Alexis Echevarria will also be counted on to contribute quickly. This is one of Lebanon’s youngest varsity teams in recent years, but the growth of the program — from barely filling one roster to now supporting both JV and varsity — signals progress. While the record may not always reflect it, the Cedars are building for sustained success and laying the groundwork for the years ahead.
New Covenant Flames
Commonwealth Christain Athletic Conference
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Northern Lebanon Vikings
Lancaster-Lebanon League Section 3
Head Coach: Brooks Tomazin – 6th season
Key Returners: Diego Bustillo (Sr.); Collin Cheslock (Sr.); Kadyn Moyer (Sr.)
Key Newcomers: Wesley Groff (Fr.)
Key Losses: 9 varsity players graduated in 2024
Outlook: Last season, the Vikings finished with a 9-9 record, but now face the challenge of replacing nine graduated varsity players. Leadership and stability will come from senior Diego Bustillo, a three-time all-star, along with fellow seniors Collin Cheslock and Kadyn Moyer. The Vikings will also look for immediate contributions from freshman Wesley Groff, as a wave of younger athletes moves up from the middle school level. The emphasis in 2025 will be on developing chemistry, competing hard in every game, and using this youthful group as the foundation for future success.
Northern Lebanon Vikings Schedule
Palmyra Cougars
Mid-Penn Conference – Keystone Division
Head Coach: Jeff Wilver – 6th season
Key Returners: Jaxton Barger (Sr.); Conner Davis (Sr.); Nolan Haney (Sr.); Julian Meley (Sr.); Landon Shank (Sr.); Bryan Stewart (Sr.); Xavier Whitley (Sr.); Connor Brandt (Jr.); Ryan Sholly (Jr.)
Key Newcomers: Mohemed Ebeid (Jr.); Elijah Swift (Jr.); Cooper Komykoski (Fr.)
Outlook: The Palmyra Cougars finished last season 6-7-5, a year in which injuries prevented the team from ever finding consistent form. The silver lining was that many underclassmen gained valuable varsity experience, which now pays dividends heading into 2025. With a large group of returners who understand the demands of competing in the Keystone Division, Palmyra is poised to take a step forward. Leadership will come from senior goalkeeper Julian Meley, a four-year starter and two-time All-League selection, supported by experienced field players like midfielder Nolan Haney, defenders Xavier Whitley, Bryan Stewart, and Landon Shank, along with midfielders Jaxton Barger and Conner Davis. Juniors Connor Brandt (MF) and Ryan Sholly (Def.) also return as key contributors, while the Cougars look for fresh impact from newcomers Elijah Swift, Mohemed Ebeid, and Cooper Komykoski. With offseason work setting the tone, the program enters the fall confident in its ability to compete every night and contend in a tough division.
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