News Summary
J.L. Mann High School has achieved the top rank in the United Soccer Coaches’ Spring 2025 Boys High School Rankings, climbing from No. 4. This notable accomplishment reflects the school’s dedication to developing a strong soccer program. Additionally, several teams are making their mark in the competitive landscape, as eight previously unranked teams have entered the national rankings. Standout players have also been recognized by the S.C. Soccer Coaches Association for the 2025 season. The excitement continues with upcoming matches for the South Carolina Gamecocks men’s soccer team.
Greenville, South Carolina – J.L. Mann High School has ascended to the top position in the United Soccer Coaches’ Spring 2025 Boys High School Rankings, moving up from its previous rank of No. 4. This announcement marks a significant achievement for the school’s soccer program as the sixth set of rankings for the season was released, reflecting games played up to May 18, 2025.
The ranking highlights a competitive landscape, with eight previously unranked teams breaking into the national spotlight this week. Among those receiving recognition but missing out on the Top 25 are Roosevelt (Des Moines, Iowa), Chapin (Chapin, S.C.), and Atlanta International (Atlanta, Ga.), alongside teams from American Fork, Dalton, Woodinville, and Bryant.
The S.C. Soccer Coaches Association also recently announced its all-state teams for the 2025 season, recognizing standout players from various schools. Among those highlighted are Smith Darby and Rodrigo Fuentes from J.L. Mann, as well as notable talents like Dominic Dujardin from Wade Hampton, Brady Gotts from Wando, and Kaelin Antrim from Clover. Teams from Lexington, Mauldin, and Bishop England also contributed players to this esteemed selection.
As the spring soccer season progresses, the South Carolina Gamecocks men’s soccer team, under the guidance of head coach Tony Annan, has released its schedule for upcoming matches. The Gamecocks will participate in four home matches leading up to the annual Carolina Cup, with free admission offered for all fans attending home games. The match schedule is as follows:
- February 28: Club De Soccer Le Phénix des Rivières at 4 p.m.
- March 7: Gardner-Webb at 7 p.m.
- March 29: Davidson (away match) at 3 p.m.
- April 5: Wofford at 3 p.m.
- April 11-12: Carolina Cup at Truist Point Stadium in High Point, North Carolina.
In related events, the ECNL Girls tournament took place from May 9-11, 2025, at the MeSA Soccer Complex in Greer, encompassing 170 teams across the U12-U15 age groups. Each participating team had the opportunity to engage in three games over three days against opponents of similar skill. Prominent among the participating teams were Concorde Fire Platinum, Bethesda SC, and Florida Premier FC.
Additionally, a camp schedule for the upcoming ECNL National Event has been made public, set to run from April 22 to April 29. During this time, the id2 Girls team showcased commendable performance by defeating the FBBP’s U-16 academy team with an impressive score of 11-1.
This surge of activity in South Carolina soccer illustrates the thriving interest in youth and high school sports, contributing to the development of athletes and the overall growth of the sport in the region.
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Additional Resources
- The State: High School Sports
- Wikipedia: High School Soccer
- Gamecocks Online: Men’s Soccer Spring Schedule
- Google Search: South Carolina Gamecocks men’s soccer
- Soccer Wire: ECNL Girls National Event
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Soccer
- ECU Pirates: NCAA Tournament Draw
- Google News: NCAA Soccer Tournament
- Herd Zone: Marshall Men’s Soccer
- Google Scholar: South Carolina Soccer
- Hail State: SEC Tournament Semifinals
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