Category Archives: College Bound

Anna Price, 2026 Grad of the 08G ECNL, Commits to the Wildcats of Chico State University

“I am beyond excited to announce my verbal commitment to continue my athletic and academic career at Chico State University. Thank you to my coaches, Ron, Jordan, Chris, BJ, and Megan, for pushing me, believing in me, and helping me grow into the player I am today. I am also incredibly grateful for my aunt and uncle, who have always been in my corner, and to all my teammates for being my second family and pushing me every single day. Big thank you to Coach Sutton and Coach Raso for this incredible opportunity. So excited for the next 4! Go wildcats!”—Anna Price

Kennie Thomas 2027 Grad of 09G ECNL Commits to the Vandals of the University of Idaho

“I am extremely blessed and excited to announce my commitment to play D1 soccer at the University of Idaho! I first want to thank God for navigating me through this journey and leading me to this excellent program. I am very grateful to have such an amazing family that supported my dreams of playing college soccer and supported me through all the highs and lows the sport brings. I am especially grateful for my Grandma, Gigi, for being my #1 supporter and always being by my side through it all. I thank all of my coaches and teammates for pushing me to always give my all on the pitch. I’m ready for the next 4 years! V’s up!” — Kennie Thomas

Liberty Ranch High School, Galt

Cassidy Kelly of the 08G ECNL Commits to the Vulcans of the University of Hawaii at Hilo

“I am so blessed and excited to announce my commitment to continue my academic and athletic career at the University of Hawaii at Hilo! I want to thank God for guiding me along this amazing journey! I would also like to thank my friends and family for their constant support and my coaches, Coach Ron, BJ, and Megan, who I couldn’t be here without! Big thanks to Coach Gene and Jazzy for this fantastic opportunity! Can’t wait to be a Vulcan!”—Cassidy Kelly

Hudson Steele of the 07/08B ECNL is Headed to The College of Idaho

“I am extremely excited to announce my commitment to continue my academic and athletic career at The College of Idaho. I want to thank my family and teammates for always supporting me and thank God for this opportunity. I’d also like to thank my Placer United coaches, Coach Don and Coach Jason, for all their support. I’m excited for what’s ahead in the next four years. Go Yotes!” — Hudson Steele

Gabbi McCarthy of 09G ECNL Commits to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

“I am very blessed and excited to announce my verbal commitment to further my academic and athletic journey at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. I want to thank my mom and dad for their unwavering support and constant encouragement. I would also like to thank Coach Todd DeCarlo and Coach Ron for their guidance and for pushing me to be the best player I can be.

Big thank you to Coach Todd and Liz for this opportunity, which I am so grateful for! Go Eagles!”—Gabby McCarthy

Alexis Irwin, 07G ECNL-RL Commits to Clarke University

“I am so proud to announce my commitment to play soccer and further my education for the next four years at Clarke University.  I want to thank my coaches at Placer United, specifically Todd DeCarlo and Bryan Glass, for all of the support through my years at this club. I would also like to thank my family for sticking by my side for the past 17 years of my life.  Lastly, I would like to thank head coach Josh Printz for giving me this opportunity.  I am so excited to see where these next 4 years take me! Go Pride!—Alexis Irwin

Lucca Porter of 08G ECNL commits to the Hornets of Alabama State University

“I am thrilled and grateful to announce my verbal commitment to play Division 1 soccer while continuing my academic career at Alabama State University. 

First, I want to give all glory to god for being by my side through this whole journey. I want to thank my mom for making all the sacrifices for me. She dedicated her entire life to soccer, often missing work and engaging in extra training, among other commitments. Special thanks to Coach Dan, Coach Ron B, and Coach Bashar for pushing me, believing in me, and helping me reach this milestone.

I would also like to thank all my family and friends who supported me throughout it all. 

Thank you, Coach Wilson, Coach Lopez, and Coach Soale for this amazing opportunity. Go Hornets! #alabamastate”—Lucca Porter

Benjamin Bridges of the 08B ECNL Commits to Dominican University

“I am extremely excited to announce my verbal commitment to continue my academic and athletic career at the Dominican University of California. I want to thank my family for their unconditional love and support, and thank God for leading me to this amazing school. Thank you to my Placer United Coaches Emre, Bashar, Matt, Don, and Jason, and to all my teammates for pushing me to become the player I am today. Finally, a big thank you to Coach Frank, Martin, and Finnie for putting your faith in me. I am super excited for what’s to come in the next 4 years. Go Penguins!” — Benjamin Bridges

Camila Irizarry of 08G ECNL Commits to the Wildcats of Linfield University

“I’m extremely blessed and excited to announce my verbal commitment to continue my athletic and academic career at Linfield University. I want to thank God for always guiding me and all my friends and family who have supported me along this journey. I would also like to thank all my coaches and teammates at Placer who have helped me make this dream possible and helped me develop over the past 12 years. Super excited for the next chapter! Go Wildcats!”—Camila Irizarry

Nya Gibbs of 07/08G ECNL Commits to the Governors of Austin Peay University

“I am incredibly blessed and excited to announce my commitment to furthering my academic and athletic career by playing Division 1 soccer at Austin Peay State University in Tennessee. I want to thank God for this amazing opportunity and for guiding me throughout this journey. I am deeply grateful for the support of my family and friends. I would also like to thank all my coaches and teammates. Thank you, Coach Kim and Taylor, for this amazing opportunity! I’m so excited for the next 4! Go Govs!”—Nya Gibbs