Conner 2024

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We are about 75 days away from the start of the 2024 season. Looking at the Conner Cougars this year, it could be a special season for the Cougars. 
 

Returning starters:

Seniors

Trey Wagner - most experienced returning varsity player and will be the man in the box. Wagner will be the #1 keeper going into the season for the Cougars and will be looking to solidify himself as one of the best in Region 9. 
 

Brayden Thornton - the scrappy holding midfielder will be looking to continue his raise as a player to watch in Region 9. Thornton will play aggressive and hard for 90 minutes and if asked would do another 90 if needed.  The motor on this young man last longer than the Energizer Bunny!  
 

Juniors

Grady Noble - had a solid sophomore season but is stronger and faster than last year. Noble finds ways to score and has had a really nice club season leading his club in goals scored. 
 

Kellen Faulkner - returning center back who has speed and understands the game. Faulkner will be a defensive player to watch in Region 9. 
 

Mason Ginn - the other center back for the Cougars.  Ginn has good vision of the field, can attack, pass, and control the ball. Will be asked to be the leader of the defense. 
 

Sophomore 

Dallas Marshall - the young attacking midfielder has gained strength and speed. Good control of the ball and is able to find players in scoring position with his passes. Dallas could be a key contributor to the Cougars attack. 
 

Other players to watch:

Senior - Owen Mayhew….I believe his game will take a lot of teams by surprise. Not much is known about him but by the end of the year I think a lot of teams will know who he is. 
 

Junior - Benji Araujo….saw varsity minutes as a freshman and sophomore, look for him to be an attacking outside back. 
 

Junior - Owen Swaney….physical fast midfielder who will be asked to help secure the midfield. 
 

Junior - Clark Peterson….attacking winger with good speed and can score goals. 
 

Junior - Beckham Mullins…keeper who has had a great club season and should see varsity minutes and will be pushing Wagner for minutes. 
 

Junior - Colin Davey….outside back who is a solid defender who can move up on the attack and score with both feet. 
 

Junior - Brayden Cranfield….has been working on his game.  Ask any JV coach from the 2023 season about Cranfield and they will tell you he will surprise you with his game. 

The 33rd District will be another grind this year. All 4 teams have the ability to be top 5 all year long. 
 

A look at the schedule for the Cougars. (subject to change)

July 19-20….KY Bluegrass Games

Aug 3 at Soccerama vs Bishop Brossart

Aug 13 vs Cov Cath

Aug 15 vs Beechwood

Aug 20 vs Highlands

Aug 22 vs GRC

Aug 24 vs Scott

Aug 27 vs Simon Kenton

Aug 29 vs Ryle (District 33 game)

Aug 31 vs LaSalle (OH)

Sep 3 vs Lawrenceburg (IN)

Sep 5 vs NCC

Sep 10 vs Boone Co. (District 33 game)

Sep 12 vs Bishop Brossart

Sep 14 vs Campbell Co

Sep 17 vs Holy Cross (Covington)

Sep 19 vs Cooper (District 33 game)

Sep 21 at Bruin Classic

Sep 26 vs Dixie Heights

Sep 28 vs Christian Academy of Louisville 

Oct 1 vs St Henry

Oct 3 vs Grant Co