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Gatorade 2025 - 2026: Player of the Year

Girls Soccer - Connecticut

Gatorade Player of the year

Maeve Staunton

Midfielder
NORTHWEST CATHOLIC HS
WEST HARTFORD, CONNECTICUT
SENIOR
Height: 5-FOOT-8
Press Release

Peak Performance

21

Goals

17

Assists
“When Maeve steps onto the field, there’s an undeniable presence: confident, composed and readymade to change the game in an instant. Her combination of speed, skill and determination makes her a constant threat in the attack and an inspiring leader for her teammates. Whether it’s finishing with precision, creating opportunities for others or leading by example through her relentless work ethic, she’s been the heartbeat of her team’s success on and off the field. In my 25-plus years of coaching soccer, I’ve never seen a player do what Maeve can do on the pitch.”
Brian Carr
Head Coach - Ellington High

Athletic Excellence

The 5-foot-8 senior midfielder led the Lions to a 15-6-1 record and the Class M state final this past season. Staunton scored 21 goals and passed for 17 assists, which accounted for over 73 percent of the team's goals. Despite the loss, she contributed a goal as well as an assist in her final game as Northwest Catholic High fell, 3-2, to Foran in the state title game. The two-time All-New England and three-time All-State honoree, she is a 2025 United Soccer Coaches All-American selection.

Academic Achievement

Staunton has maintained a 3.48 GPA in the classroom. She has signed a written letter of athletic aid to play soccer on scholarship at the University of Connecticut this fall.

Exemplary Character

Staunton has volunteered locally with Camp Inspire Ability, where she serves as a counselor for athletes with special needs. She also has donated her time with local food pantries and clothing drives to support the underserved.