Three McPherson boys soccer players named to statewide watch list

Three McPherson High School athletes were named to the "Class 4-1A Boys Soccer Players to Watch in 2026" list released Thursday by KSHSAA Covered. The preseason statewide recognition, sponsored by Capitol Federal, highlights top talent heading into the fall season.

Senior left back Grayson Broadus was one of four All-Ark Valley-Chisholm Trail III-IV first-team selections last year for the Bullpups, helping them post a 10-9 record and reach the Class 4-1A state quarterfinals. Broadus, who had five assists, also received all-state honorable mention.

Senior center midfielder Jackson Martin scored nine goals and added four assists last season to help McPherson reach the Class 4-1A state quarterfinals, boosting the Bullpups to a 10-9 record. Martin earned All-4-1A and All-Ark Valley-Chisholm Trail III-IV second-team honors.

Junior center midfielder Yahir Valadez scored 12 goals and had 10 assists last fall as McPherson finished 10-9 and reached the Class 4-1A state quarterfinals, raising his career goals-scored total to 16. Valadez earned All-4-1A and All-Ark Valley-Chisholm Trail III-IV first-team honors.

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