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The Main Line high school boys’ soccer scene this fall was full of champions, highlighted by PIAA 3A state champ Radnor, Central League champion Conestoga (18-3 overall, 11-0 league) and Inter-Ac champ Haverford School (13-3-4 overall, 8-1-1 league). For the Fords, it was their third league title in a row. Other top teams included Lower Merion (15-4-1), Shipley (13-6-1, including a 3-2 win against Radnor) and Episcopal Academy (13-6-4).
The All-Main Line high school boys’ soccer teams are selected by the coaches. Because Main Line Media News covers 19 high schools, the Main Line Media News sports staff limits the number of athletes on first team, second team and honorable mention – but follows the priority of the coaches’ selections.
What follows are the 2024 All-Main Line high school boys’ soccer teams:
FIRST TEAM
Cole Frederick, Conestoga – Senior midfielder and second-year captain, a first team All-Central League selection and the Pioneers’ MVP, is considered Conestoga’s best ball winner and an efficient goal scorer. Committed to University of Delaware for soccer.
Evan Cross, Conestoga – Junior midfielder, a first team All-Central League selection, was the Pioneers’ dead ball specialist, taking all corner kicks and close direct kicks. Scored five goals, including the game-winner against Radnor to clinch the Central League title with nine seconds left.
Daniel Poltaraus, Conestoga – Sophomore midfielder, a first team All-Central League selection, was considered the Pioneers’ best possession style soccer player. Scored eight goals, including two game winning sudden victory overtime goals.
Evan McFarland, Episcopal Academy – Senior defender, a first team All-Inter-Ac selection, was a key factor in the Churchmen’s success this past fall, and displayed a solid all-around game.
Balthizar Buccinni, Episcopal Academy – Senior winger displayed a wide range of skills (seven assists, three goals) and was noted for his strong ability to stretch the field, attack and defend in wide areas, deliver good crosses and go 1v1 with his mark.
Mikey McGonagle, Episcopal Academy – Junior forward, a first team All-Inter-Ac selection, was a potent offense force crucial to the Churchmen’s success this fall. Scored 13 goals in 23 games and dished out five assists.
Nick Mattioni, Friends’ Central – A repeat All-Main Line first team selection, senior center back and captain was considered a top defender in the Friends’ Schools League (was first team All-FSL as a junior), and displayed fine offense (seven goals, three assists) this fall as well.
Noah Duffy, Harriton – Junior was a first team All-Central League selection and the Rams’ Most Valuable Player, scoring eight goals and noted for his standout technical skills, high soccer IQ, versatility, sharp ball control, precise passing and tactical awareness.
Jack Lacey, Haverford High – Senior left mid was the Fords’ Most Valuable Player, and his all-around skills helped Haverford to fine season. Scored six goals, dished out nine assists.
Tristian Hevener, Haverford High – Senior center mid and second-year captain, a first team All-Central League selection, was noted for his variety of skills, which included solid offensive contribution (four goals, three assists).
Anthony Costa, Haverford School – The Inter-Ac’s Most Valuable Player, the junior forward scored 11 goals, dished out five assists. Noted for his strong leadership by example, as well as his ability to take over a game and create opportunities on his own, and bringing out the best in his teammates.
Finn French, Haverford School – Sophomore midfielder, a first team All-Inter-Ac selection, did a standout job controlling the middle of the field for the Inter-Ac champions. Dished out a number of key assists during the season.
Preston Swei, Haverford School – Senior defender was a key factor in the Inter-Ac champion’s strong defense during the season. His leadership on defense helped the Fords to post eight shutouts.
Becket Field, Lower Merion – Senior defender and captain was runnerup for Central League Most Valuable Player. Noted for his fine leadership, his ability to help anchor the Aces’ defense, and his knack for scoring several clutch goals during the season, such as the game-winner in double overtime against Kennett. He will play soccer for University of Delaware next fall.
Kent Kandemir, Lower Merion – Senior goalie was crucial to the Aces’ tight defense during the season, as he was valued for his work ethic and ability to help secure the defense. Came up with several huge saves and shutouts during the season, and received second team All-Central League honors as a goalie.
Caden Arnold, Lower Merion – Sophomore center mid, a first team All-Central League selection, was valued for his versatility, as he played in multiple positions in the midfield and defense. Noted for his standout work ethic, he tallied a key goal in the Aces’ win against Wissahickon in the opening round of districts.
Michael Guardiola, Malvern Prep – Senior midfielder, a first team All-Inter-Ac selection, displayed fine all-around skills that were a key factor in the Friars posting a winning record (10-7-4) this fall.
Commerce Fisk, Radnor – Senior center back/defender and captain, a first team All-Central League pick, was a top overall performer for the PIAA 3A state champion Raptors, and was a crucial force in the PIAA 3A state final, using his skills to play out of pressure in the back
Roman Rivera, Radnor – Senior center back/defender and captain, a first team All-Central League pick, was noted for his standout reads, leadership as the central center back, and clutch goal-scoring, particularly in the PIAA postseason (he scored in both the district final and state semifinal).
JD Ball, Radnor – Senior goalie, a first team All-Central League selection, was noted for his ability to give the entire Raptors’ backline an extra layer of confidence. Valued for his composure with the ball at his feet, and for his ability to rise to the occasion (made a game-changing save in the state final), he posted 17 shutouts and allowed on 10 goals in 24 games.
Ethan Heyward, Shipley – Junior winger, a first team All-Friends Schools League, All-Southeastern Pa. and all-state selection, contributed 14 goals and eight assists to a Gator squad that tallied more than 50 goals this fall. Noted for his smart play and passion on the field.
Christopher Nascimento, Shipley – A repeat first team All-Main Line selection, the senior midfielder and captain was a strong offensive force this fall (nine goals and eight assists). Noted for his standout leadership and all-around play, he was a first team All-Friends’ School League pick this fall.
Max Hiatt, Shipley – Senior center mid and captain was a first team All-Friends’ Schools League selection, and provided powerful offense, scoring 10 goals. Was the Gators’ PK taker for the past two years, and posted a 1.00 PK percentage this fall.
SECOND TEAM
Archbishop Carroll – Thomas Malloy, senior midfielder.
Conestoga – Colin Clark, senior striker; Luuk Stewart, senior defender; Mike Bedwick, senior forward.
Devon Prep – Braeden Fisher, junior goalie.
Episcopal Academy – Zach Haney, junior defender; Caleb Lebowitz, junior defender.
Friends’ Central – Max Comstack, senior midfielder/defender; Charly Song, junior forward.
Harriton – Chetan Rowe, junior winger; John Yang, senior center back; Will Short, junior center midfielder.
Haverford High – Jim Emilio, junior right mid; Nathan Spangenberg, junior center mid.
Haverford School – Graham Costello, sophomore goalie; Nic Nekoumand, senior defender; Luca Aloi, senior midfielder.
Lower Merion – Ben Bradway, sophomore center defender; Marcello Froio, senior center mid; Carson Cox, junior striker.
Malvern Prep – Vincent Uglow, junior defender; Pierce Nevins, junior defender; Max Utain, junior forward.
Radnor – Matt Santerian, senior attacking center mid; Dean Moon, senior forward; Andrew Marino, senior forward; Jagger Holt, junior center mid.
Shipley – Colin Priestly, junior left center back; Mikey Brown, junior right mid/right back; Luke Adams, junior left back.
HONORABLE MENTION
Archbishop Carroll – Ryan Cook, senior back; Vinnie Hallmen, freshman goalie.
Barrack Hebrew Academy — Zach Tamarkin, senior defender.
Conestoga – Ian Navarro, senior forward; Matt Levay, senior defender; Zuwa Abhulimen, senior striker.
Devon Prep – Drew Yusko, sophomore forward; Blake Hostetter, sophomore defender.
Friends’ Central – Ezra Drakes-Grant, junior holding center mid; Gonzolo Villar Garcia, junior attacking center mid.
Harriton – Andrew Prosnitz, senior winger/center back.
Haverford High – Jacob An, senior forward.
Haverford School – Harry Koenig, senior defender.
Lower Merion – Charlie Gittelman, senior wing.
Malvern Prep – Jack Carroll, senior defender; Will Boerner, junior midfielder; Daniel Traficanti, junior defender; Jack Williams, junior forward.
Radnor – Devin Karadaglia, senior midfielder/defender.
Shipley – Jacopo Morabito, right center back; James Calvert, sophomore center defensive mid.
– Note: Eddie Levin contributed to this article.
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