Wednesday, September 5, 2007
After leading the Dragons in scoring last season, Burnette is back to pick up where he left off.
Sam Kaplan, Brunswick, senior sweeper
A year ago, Kaplan anchored a defense that allowed one goal during the regular season.
Peter Kelley, Cape Elizabeth, senior striker
A third-year starter, Kelley moves up front from midfield to bolster the Capers“ offense.
Will Russell, Cape Elizabeth, senior goalie
His ability to distribute the ball from his defensive position makes Russell a key man in the Cape attack.
Ben Peter, Cheverus, senior midfielder
A very versatile player, Peter can use his impressive soccer skills to play any position on the field.
Tony Yeboah, Deering, senior forward
Last fall, Yeboah had eight goals and 14 assists, setting up every goal scored by the Rams during the first five games of the season.
Gabe Hoffman-Johnson, Falmouth, sophomore forward
After scoring a team-high 16 goals in his first season, Hoffman-Johnson is back to lead the Yachtsmen“s offense.
Jack Kyle, Freeport, senior midfielder
A terrific athlete known for his sharp touches with the ball, Kyle also is difficult to knock off the ball.
Nick Lemieux, Georges Valley, senior sweeper
A tenacious defender, Lemieux will anchor the Buccaneer backs for a third season.
Joel Munday, Gorham, senior striker
A four-year starter, Munday, who scored a team-high 15 goals last season, provides the Rams with scoring punch.
Zach Stover, Gorham, senior striker
A four-year starter, Stover, especially adept at finishing and setting up goals, keeps opposing defenders honest.
Kendall Davis, Gray-New Gloucester, senior midfielder
An extremely versatile player, Davis controls the middle of the field for the Patriots.
Oliver Blum, Greely, senior goalie
Last season, Blum had an impressive .945 saves percentage while allowing only five goals in 15 games.
Ryan Burnham, Greely, senior striker
A versatile, skilled player capable of playing anywhere on the pitch, Burnham moves into the front line.
Steven Chase, Greely, junior stopper
An intelligent two-way performer, Chase anchors the defense for the Rangers.
Conor Finn, Kennebunk, senior striker
During the past two seasons, Finn has scored a total of 25 goals and had has 16 assists for a team-high 41 points.
Greg Hurley, Mt. Ararat, senior sweeper
This season, Hurley takes his considerable skills from midfield to anchor the defense at sweeper.
Taylor Gorman, North Yarmouth Academy, senior midfielder
Last fall, the speedy, unselfish Gorman had 19 goals and 18 assists to lead the Panthers in scoring.
Cody Zane, North Yarmouth Academy, senior midfielder
After transferring from Mt. View, Zane is expected to have a big impact in the middle and the back line.
Chris Urban, Portland, senior striker
A talented performer with a nose for the net, Urban was among the Bulldogs“ scoring leaders last season.
Buddy Reid, Scarborough, sophomore midfielder
After cracking the Red Storm“s lineup as a freshman, the speedy Reid is expected to carry a lot of the scoring load.
Tyler Metevier, Traip Academy, senior striker
Last fall, Metevier scored a team-high 21 goals to help the Rangers capture their first Class C state title.
Galen Perkins, Westbrook, junior goalie
After starting every game the past two seasons, Perkins is back in the Blue Blazes“ goal.
Tyler Rand, Westbrook, junior midfielder
A third-year starter, Rand is expected to pick up the scoring slack for the Blazes.
Johnny Murphy, Yarmouth, junior midfielder
A third-year varsity player, the versatile Murphy can play a variety of positions for the Clippers.
-- Paul Betit