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Strikers, keepers and champs: 2023 Patriot Ledger/Enterprise Boys Soccer All-Scholastics

jason snow, the patriot ledger
·12 min read

The later stages of the MIAA boys soccer state tournaments were littered with contenders from the South Shore.

As were the winners circles.

Weymouth (15-5-3, Div. 1 Final Four), Hingham (19-2, Div. 2 Elite Eight), Cohasset (15-4-2, Div. 3 Elite Eight). In Weymouth's case, its 3-1 loss to Concord-Carlisle -- the eventual champ -- was its second consecutive appearance in the semifinals, its furthest tournament stride since 2012. For Cohasset, this year marked its third straight trip to the Elite Eight.

And there were no shortage of stars to lead the way, as was the case for many other South Shore teams this fall. Here are a few that shined the brightest.

Now unveiling the 2023 Patriot Ledger/Brockton Enterprise boys soccer All-Scholastic teams:

FIRST TEAM

Cohasset's Nathan Askjaer celebrates his goal with Cohasset's Michael Giglio to give Cohasset the 2-0 lead during second half action of their game at Cohasset Middle High School on Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2023. Cohasset would go on to win 3-0 in South Shore League action.
Cohasset's Nathan Askjaer celebrates his goal with Cohasset's Michael Giglio to give Cohasset the 2-0 lead during second half action of their game at Cohasset Middle High School on Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2023. Cohasset would go on to win 3-0 in South Shore League action.

Nathan Askjaer

Cohasset

Junior striker was named MVP of the South Shore League. … Had 34 goals and 16 assists this season. … Selected to All-State team for the second consecutive year. … Led Cohasset (15-4-2) to Division 4 Elite Eight and second straight league title. … Said coach Jim Willis, “He was one of the most feared offensive players in Massachusetts this year, continuously game-planned for by every opponent.”

Norwell's Alex Bello battles East Bridgewater's Mathias Floeck for possession during first half action of their Round of 32 game against East Bridgewater in the Division 3 state tournament at the Norwell Clipper Community Complex on Saturday, Nov. 5, 2022. Norwell would go on to win 3-0.
Norwell's Alex Bello battles East Bridgewater's Mathias Floeck for possession during first half action of their Round of 32 game against East Bridgewater in the Division 3 state tournament at the Norwell Clipper Community Complex on Saturday, Nov. 5, 2022. Norwell would go on to win 3-0.

Alex Bello

Norwell

Senior was the leader of the Clippers’ back line. …  Captained a defense that conceded 15 goals in the past 38 regular-season games. … South Shore League All-Star led Norwell to Division 3 state championship win. … Said coach Michael O'Dea, “His ability to read the game and anticipate where the danger is unmatched, along with his speed and athleticism.”

Norwell #6 Zach Bello and EB #10 Mathias Floeck fight for the ball near the Norwell net. Norwell boys soccer hosted East Bridgewater onMonday October 17, 2022.
Norwell #6 Zach Bello and EB #10 Mathias Floeck fight for the ball near the Norwell net. Norwell boys soccer hosted East Bridgewater onMonday October 17, 2022.

Zach Bello

Norwell

Senior midfielder was “the heartbeat” of the Clippers’ Division 3 state championship team, said coach Michael O'Dea. …   Had 7 goals and 6 assists this year, with 4 goals coming in the postseason. … South Shore League and Eastern Mass All-Star. … Said O’Dea, “His work ethic and mentality have set him apart as the de facto leader of the group.”

Keeper Bo Carley a senior and captain for the Wildcats.Weymouth Wildcats boys soccer practice on Wednesday, August 30, 2023
Keeper Bo Carley a senior and captain for the Wildcats.Weymouth Wildcats boys soccer practice on Wednesday, August 30, 2023

Bo Carley

Weymouth

Senior goalkeeper was a Bay State Conference All-Star and EMass All-Star. … All-State selection. … Led league in goals-against average with 17 allowed in 23 games. … Led the Wildcats to a 15-4-4 record and a trip to the Division 1 Final Four.

Oliver Ames Joey Carney scores the game winning goal for the Div. 2 state championship win versus Wakefield on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023.
Oliver Ames Joey Carney scores the game winning goal for the Div. 2 state championship win versus Wakefield on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023.

Joey Carney

Oliver Ames

Senior forward netted the overtime winner in the Division 2 state final to clinch OA a repeat state championship. … Had 21 goals and 7 assists this year. … Hockomock League All-Star. … EMass All-Star. … All-State selection. … Finished with career totals of 34 goals and 17 assists. … Will continue his career at Bentley University. … Said coach John Barata, “Joey proved to be the best player in Massachusetts during the playoff run for Oliver Ames. He is a phenomenal player with speed, grace and skill.”

Brockton's Edgar DeAndrade celebrated with teammates after scoring a goal during a game against Dartmouth at Memorial Stadium in Dartmouth on Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2023.
Brockton's Edgar DeAndrade celebrated with teammates after scoring a goal during a game against Dartmouth at Memorial Stadium in Dartmouth on Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2023.

Edgar DeAndrade

Brockton

Senior forward scored 17 goals and facilitate 7 assists this year. … Led the Boxers (12-4-2) to the Division 1 Sweet Sixteen. … Said coach Herminio Furtado, “Edgar is among a list of very few players who are four-year starters for Brockton High School in the program's history.   He was the engine of our offense.”

Weymouth's Bruno DeSouza celebrates his goal to tie the game at 1-1 during first half action of their game against Concord-Carlisle in the Division 1 boys soccer state semifinal game at Manning Field in Lynn on Wednesday, November 15, 2023. Concord-Carlisle would go on to win 3-1.
Weymouth's Bruno DeSouza celebrates his goal to tie the game at 1-1 during first half action of their game against Concord-Carlisle in the Division 1 boys soccer state semifinal game at Manning Field in Lynn on Wednesday, November 15, 2023. Concord-Carlisle would go on to win 3-1.

Bruno DeSouza

Weymouth

Senior forward was named Bay State Conference MVP. … Scored 15 goals and made 12 assists for 27 points, most in the league. … EMass All-Star and Massachusetts All-American selection. …  Led the Wildcats (15-4-4) to the Division 1 Final Four.

Rockland's Joao Faria, right, controls the ball as he keeps East Bridgewater's Jackson Rix, left, at bay during boys soccer at Rockland High School, Monday, Oct. 3, 2022.
Rockland's Joao Faria, right, controls the ball as he keeps East Bridgewater's Jackson Rix, left, at bay during boys soccer at Rockland High School, Monday, Oct. 3, 2022.

Joao Faria

Rockland

Senior striker was named Player of the Year of the South Shore League Sullivan Division. … Scored 25 goals this year. … EMSCA All-Star selection. … Scored 88 goals the past three years. … Finished career as Rockland High’s all-time leading scorer. …  Led Rockland to a 12-7-2 overall record.

The captains for Plymouth North boys soccer are Eric Godlewski, Liam Hewins, Colin Riley Perec, and Joshua Murray.
The captains for Plymouth North boys soccer are Eric Godlewski, Liam Hewins, Colin Riley Perec, and Joshua Murray.

Liam Hewins

Plymouth North

Senior center back was a three-year starter for the Blue Eagles. … Had 3 goals and 1 assist this year. … Patriot League and EMass All-Star selection. … Said coach Dana Perlow, “He won every head ball in our half of the field. Teams had to plan their attack away from Liam and the center of the field. He was a dominant center back.”

Hingham's Mason Lemieux goes on the attack while West Side’s Jacob Melvin gives chase during second half action of their game against West Side in the Sweet 16 round of the Division 2 state tournament at Hingham High on Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2023. Hingham would go on to win 1-0.
Hingham's Mason Lemieux goes on the attack while West Side’s Jacob Melvin gives chase during second half action of their game against West Side in the Sweet 16 round of the Division 2 state tournament at Hingham High on Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2023. Hingham would go on to win 1-0.

Mason Lemieux

Hingham

Senior striker 11 goals and a team-best 11 assists this year. … Patriot League All-Star. … Led Hingham (19-2) to the Division 2 Elite Eight. … Said coach Ken Carlin, “He was a lion for our team and I’m sure our opponents thought he was the king of the beasts. He was the player who gave our team a considerable bite.”

Oliver Ames Ryan Linhares controls the ball during a game versus Melrose on Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2023.
Oliver Ames Ryan Linhares controls the ball during a game versus Melrose on Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2023.

Ryan Linhares

Oliver Ames

Senior midfielder had 14 goals and 16 assists for the repeat Division 2 state champions. … Finishes career with 20 goals and 30 assists. … Hockomock League and EMass All-Star selection. … All-State player. …  Said coach John Barata, “Ryan Linhares was a crafty and dynamic midfielder, a lethal weapon for OA. He could score goals from set pieces and corner kicks.”

Cohasset's Ian Linhart gives props to Cohasset's Michael Giglio after his goal gave Cohasset the 1-0 lead over Abington during first half action of their game at Cohasset Middle High School on Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2023. Cohasset would go on to win 3-0 in South Shore League action.
Cohasset's Ian Linhart gives props to Cohasset's Michael Giglio after his goal gave Cohasset the 1-0 lead over Abington during first half action of their game at Cohasset Middle High School on Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2023. Cohasset would go on to win 3-0 in South Shore League action.

Ian Linhart

Cohasset

Senior midfielder led the Skippers to back-to-back South Shore League titles and three straight appearances in the Division 4 Elite Eight. … Had 6 goals and 7 assists this season. … League and EMass All-Star selection. … Three-year starter. … Said coach Jim Willis, “Ian is a true team leader, connecting our offense and back line. Our defense starts with him, as does our offense.”

Pembroke's Matt McAuliffe celebrates a goal during a Final Four game against Oakmont at Walpole High School on Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2023.
Pembroke's Matt McAuliffe celebrates a goal during a Final Four game against Oakmont at Walpole High School on Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2023.

Matt McAuliffe

Pembroke

Senior forward was named MVP of the Patriot League Fisher Division. ... Guided Pembroke to 40 straight regular-season wins, including an undefeated regular season in 2022, and three straight league division titles. ... Led the Titans (18-3-2) to their first-ever state final. ... Scored 9 goals and facilitated 6 assists this years. ... Said coach Adam Scott, "He is one of the most coachable players I have ever had the privilege of working with -- someone who always put the team first and worked incredibly hard to reach his full potential as a player and as a student."

Braintree's Calum McClorey is held by Bridgwater-Raynham's Tyler Moreira while working through the midfield during first half action of their game against Bridgewater-Raynham at Braintree High on Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2022.
Braintree's Calum McClorey is held by Bridgwater-Raynham's Tyler Moreira while working through the midfield during first half action of their game against Bridgewater-Raynham at Braintree High on Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2022.

Calum McClorey

Braintree

Junior forward had 8 goals and 7 assists this year. … Named a Bay State Conference All-Star. … Scored a hat trick against Natick on Oct. 10. … Led Braintree to a 9-6-4 record.

BC High goalkeeper Jake McConville leaps to make a save as Weymouth's Alex Pineiro, right, moves in during boys soccer Division 1 playoffs at Weymouth High School, Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2022.
BC High goalkeeper Jake McConville leaps to make a save as Weymouth's Alex Pineiro, right, moves in during boys soccer Division 1 playoffs at Weymouth High School, Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2022.

Jake McConville

BC High

Junior goalkeeper was named a Catholic Conference All-Star in each of his two seasons as the Eagles’ starter. … Selected to EMass All-Star and All-State teams.

Pembroke's Wil McManus and Norwell's Zachary Bello collide while after the loose ball. Norwell won the Division 3 State Champions in boys soccer by defeating Pembroke after two sudden death periods and a shoot out on Saturday Nov. 18, 2023
Pembroke's Wil McManus and Norwell's Zachary Bello collide while after the loose ball. Norwell won the Division 3 State Champions in boys soccer by defeating Pembroke after two sudden death periods and a shoot out on Saturday Nov. 18, 2023

Wil McManus

Pembroke

Senior forward scored 18 goals and had 7 assists this season. ... Led the Titans (18-3-2) to the first state final in program history. ... Four-year varsity player led Pembroke to 40 straight regular-season wins, including an undefeated regular season in 2022, and three straight Fisher Division titles. ... Patriot League All-Star. ... Said coach Adam Scott, "Wil has worked incredibly hard to become the player and man that he is. Each year in our program, he has improved on the pitch but has also increased his ability to lead his teammates and has shown fantastic maturity and growth as a person."

Norwell's Will Morse was selected to the 2023 Patriot Ledger/Enterprise boys soccer All-Scholastic team.
Norwell's Will Morse was selected to the 2023 Patriot Ledger/Enterprise boys soccer All-Scholastic team.

Will Morse

Norwell

Senior forward had a career-best 10 goals for the Division 3 state champion Clippers. … Two-year starter is a South Shore League All-Star in both soccer and lacrosse. … Said coach Mike O’Dea, “His work rate and effort to defend from the front is what truly sets him apart and makes him different from any other attacking player in the state.”

Plymouth North's Josh Murray was selected to the 2023 Patriot Ledger/Enterprise boys soccer All-Scholastic team.
Plymouth North's Josh Murray was selected to the 2023 Patriot Ledger/Enterprise boys soccer All-Scholastic team.

Josh Murray

Plymouth North

Senior forward had 8 goals and 7 assists as the Blue Eagles’ top scorer. … Patriot League and EMass All-Star selection. … Said coach Dana Perlow, “His presence up front allowed for our other players to have space to score.  He was also an excellent finisher around the net.”

Hingham's Alessandro Neyra and West Side’s Jacob Melvin battle in the midfield during first half action of their game against West Side in the Sweet 16 round of the Division 2 state tournament at Hingham High on Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2023. Hingham would go on to win 1-0.
Hingham's Alessandro Neyra and West Side’s Jacob Melvin battle in the midfield during first half action of their game against West Side in the Sweet 16 round of the Division 2 state tournament at Hingham High on Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2023. Hingham would go on to win 1-0.

Alessandro Neyra

Hingham

Junior midfielder was named the Patriot League Keenan Division MVP. … Had a league-best 15 goals and 8 assists this season. … Selected to the EMass All-Star team. … Led Hingham (19-2) to the Division 2 Elite Eight.

Oliver Ames's Diego Rivera looks to go on the attack during first half action of the Division 2 state semifinal game against Plymouth North at Marshfield High School on Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2022. Oliver Ames won 2-0.
Oliver Ames's Diego Rivera looks to go on the attack during first half action of the Division 2 state semifinal game against Plymouth North at Marshfield High School on Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2022. Oliver Ames won 2-0.

Diego Rivera

Oliver Ames

Senior defender captained the back line for the repeat Division 2 state champions. … Was named to the Hockomock League and EMass All-Star teams. … All-State player. … Finishes career with 1 goal and 4 assists. … Said coach John Barata, “Diego is our unsung hero. He proved to be one of the best defenders in the state anchoring our backline to our back to back state championships. He has an incredible ability to read the game. We will miss him.”

Brockton players from left, Wolf Lentz Victor, Edgar DeAndrade, Valdemar Rodrigues and Alexsandro Morriera, celebrates the teams first goal during a game versus Somerville on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023.
Brockton players from left, Wolf Lentz Victor, Edgar DeAndrade, Valdemar Rodrigues and Alexsandro Morriera, celebrates the teams first goal during a game versus Somerville on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023.

Wolf Victor

Brockton

Senior defender was crucial to the Boxers’ 12-4-2 season. … Also scored 3 goals. … Said coach Herminio Furtado, “Wolf Victor may be the best athlete to ever play for Brockton.   He was a monster in the back for us this season.”

SECOND TEAM

Alvaro Alves Correira

Southeastern

Senior midfielder was a key in the Hawks’ defense. … Also scored 5 goals and made 2 assists. … Said coach Stephen Callahan, “Alvaro was, without a doubt, our most valuable player. He anchored our midfield defensively, provided great service going forward, and was our primary aerial threat off of set pieces.”

Kaiky Araujo

Rockland

Sophomore striker had 14 goals this season. … South Shore League All-Star. … Led Rockland to a 12-7-2 overall record.

Clipper captain Ronan Blake works the ball along the sideline in front of Pembroke's Quinn Reilly. Norwell wins the Division 3 State Champions in boys soccer by defeating Pembroke after two sudden death periods and a shoot out on Saturday Nov. 18, 2023
Clipper captain Ronan Blake works the ball along the sideline in front of Pembroke's Quinn Reilly. Norwell wins the Division 3 State Champions in boys soccer by defeating Pembroke after two sudden death periods and a shoot out on Saturday Nov. 18, 2023

Ronan Blake

Norwell

Senior captain led the Clippers with a team-best 11 goals. … Bounced back after missing his entire junior year to injury. … Finished career as a two-time state champion.

Braedan Blass

Oliver Ames

Senior midfielder had 5 goals and 10 assists this season. … Hockomock League All-Star. … Helped Oliver Ames win a repeat Division 2 state title. … Said coach John Barata, “Braeden Blass was our engine in the midfield. He was a perfect fit into out system of play.”

Ryan Butzbach

Hanover

Senior striker had 12 goals and 8 assists for 20 points, second-best in the Patriot League. … Finished career with 17 goals and 13 assists.

Abington's Cole Lindo and Cohasset's Cian Casey battle for the ball in the midfield during second half action of their game at Cohasset Middle High School on Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2023. Cohasset would go on to win 3-0 in South Shore League action.
Abington's Cole Lindo and Cohasset's Cian Casey battle for the ball in the midfield during second half action of their game at Cohasset Middle High School on Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2023. Cohasset would go on to win 3-0 in South Shore League action.

Cian Casey

Cohasset

Junior forward had 16 goals and 4 assists this year. … South Shore League All-Star. … Said coach Jim Willis, “A clinical finisher and student of the game, Cian was integral to an offense that scored 84 goals this season.”

Iury Cassemiro

Abington

Senior led the Green Wave to a 11-5-2 season and a trip to the Div. 4 Sweet Sixteen. ... Scored two goals in a tournament win over Millbury. ... Had seven multi-goal games this season.

Duxbury's Noah Eggers was selected to the 2023 Patriot Ledger/Enterprise boys soccer All-Scholastic team.
Duxbury's Noah Eggers was selected to the 2023 Patriot Ledger/Enterprise boys soccer All-Scholastic team.

Noah Eggers

Duxbury

Senior forward led the Dragons with 8 goals, 6 assists. … Patriot League and EMass All-Star selection.

Jalik Fernandes

Holbrook

Senior forward scored 23 of his team’s 33 total goals this season, with 4 assists.

Antonio Guarino

Archbishop Williams

Junior forward had 12 goals and 13 assists this season. … Second-leading goal scorer in the Catholic Central League was named an EMass All-Star. … Led the Bishops to a 11-5-4 record.

Kevin Huggins

Blue Hills

Junior midfielder had 2 goals and 2 assists this season. … Named Mayflower League MVP. … Said coach Quinn Peters, “Although Kevin does not have eye-popping statistics, he is involved in all of our key offensive and defensive plays. His constant hustle and ability to get past defenders makes him a threat to the opposing team.”

Weymouth's Joe Looney looks to settle the ball during second half action of their game against Concord-Carlisle in the Division 1 boys soccer state semifinal game at Manning Field in Lynn on Wednesday, November 15, 2023. Concord-Carlisle would go on to win 3-1.
Weymouth's Joe Looney looks to settle the ball during second half action of their game against Concord-Carlisle in the Division 1 boys soccer state semifinal game at Manning Field in Lynn on Wednesday, November 15, 2023. Concord-Carlisle would go on to win 3-1.

Joe Looney

Weymouth

Senior center back was a Bay State Conference All-Star. … Had 4 goals and 4 assists this year. … Captained a defense that allowed 17 goals in 23 games and posted 10 shutouts. …  Led the Wildcats to a 15-4-4 record and a trip to the Division 1 Final Four.

Owen MacKinnon

Silver Lake

Senior midfielder is a two-time Patriot League All Star and an EMass All-Star selection. …Had 6 goals and 4 assists this season. … Said coach Daniel Correia, “Owen is a dynamic, technically sound, and intelligent player who played almost every position on the field for us at different times this season.”

Jason Maguire

Avon

Junior goalkeeper is a two-time Mayflower League All-Star. … Posted two shutouts and averaged 18.7 saves per game. … Five-year varsity starter.

Nick Oravitz

Hingham

Senior midfielder played every minute of every game for the Harbormen the last two years. … Had 2 goals and 9 assists this year. Patriot League and EMass All-Star.

Jonny Osinski

Milton

Junior midfielder had 7 goals and 4 assists this season. … Named to Bay State Conference and Eastern Mass All-Star teams.

Kaden Puglia

Marshfield

Senior midfielder led the team with 12 goals and 11 assists this season. … Named to Patriot League and EMass All Star teams.

Double header Pembroke and Hingham #10's Quinn Reilly and Brayden Lawler leap to head the ball at mid field. Pembroke hosted Hingham boys soccer on Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2023
Double header Pembroke and Hingham #10's Quinn Reilly and Brayden Lawler leap to head the ball at mid field. Pembroke hosted Hingham boys soccer on Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2023

Quinn Reilly

Pembroke

Senior midfielder had 8 goals and 13 assists for the Titans this season. ... Played key role in the team's first-ever trip to the Division 3 state final. ... Said coach Adam Scott, "His positive attitude, drive and determination has brought our program to new heights."

Jacob Riker

Hingham

Junior goalkeeper posted 11 shutouts and surrendered 12 goals in 21 games. … Had a goals-against average of 0.57. … Patriot League and EMass All-Star. … Led Hingham to a 19-2 record.

Jackson Rix

East Bridgewater

Senior striker had 10 goals and 15 assists for the Vikings this season. … South Shore League All-Star. … United Soccer Coaches Senior Excellence Award Winner. … Scored a game-winner on a header against Martha’s Vineyard in the Division 3 tournament.

Zach Smith

Cohasset

Senior forward had 12 goals and 9 assists this year. … Led Cohasset to three straight Elite Eights and a second straight South Shore League Tobin Division title.

Dylan Spadea

West Bridgewater

Eighth grade forward was named to EMass All-Star team. … Had 10 goals and 6 assists this year. … Finished season with a hat trick vs. Carver.

Hugo Texeira

Randolph

Senior goalkeeper is a two-time South Shore League All-Star. … EMass All-Star. … Posted two shutouts this season. … Has 15 shutouts for his career.

HONORABLE MENTION

Trey Baker - Middleboro

George Baroud - West Bridgewater

Brian Breder - Southeastern

Craig Churchill - Oliver Ames

Vinny DeOliveira - Southeastern

Jack Duperre - Pembroke

Ethan Fostello - Whitman-Hanson

Caleb Green - Cardinal Spellman

Noah Gutierez - Marshfield

Drew Hall - Oliver Ames

Mike Kennedy - Braintree

Joe McSweeney - Stoughton

Alexandro Moreira - Brockton

Wadley Paul - Brockton

Declan Rogers - Quincy

Aidan Toomey - East Bridgewater

This article originally appeared on The Patriot Ledger: Presenting the Patriot Ledger/Enterprise boys soccer all-scholastics