Montverde, Fla. (April 27, 2026) – Following a historic championship season, three members of the Montverde Academy girls soccer program have earned Florida All-State honors from United Soccer Coaches for the 2025–26 season.
Brianna Burkhalter, Taylor Heaton, and Lola Rey were each recognized for their outstanding play and key roles in leading the Eagles to one of the most successful seasons in program history, which ended with MVA winning the Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) state championship for the fifth time in program history.
Burkhalter, a sophomore, emerged as one of the team's top playmakers, finishing the season with six goals and a team-high 23 assists. Her vision, composure, and ability to create scoring opportunities were instrumental in driving MVA's high-powered attack throughout the year.
Heaton, a junior, anchored a dominant defensive unit that set the tone for the Eagles' success. MVA held opponents scoreless in 19 of 23 matches, a testament to Heaton's leadership, positioning, and ability to consistently shut down opposing threats.
Rey, a junior, delivered a standout season and established herself as one of the top players in the state. She led the Eagles with 27 goals, including a hat trick in the state semifinal and the game-winning goal in the state championship match. Her ability to perform in critical moments made her a constant difference-maker in MVA's title run.
The United Soccer Coaches All-State honors recognize the top high school players across Florida, highlighting those who have demonstrated exceptional performance, leadership, and impact throughout the season.
Montverde Academy finished the season with a 21-1-1 record, a state championship, and an impressive 93-6 goal differential, further cementing its place among the elite programs in Florida.
With this recognition, Burkhalter, Heaton, and Rey continue to build on MVA's tradition of excellence and represent the program at the highest level of girls high school soccer.
About Montverde Academy:
Montverde Academy is a private, independent college preparatory school for grades Pre-K3 through post-graduate studies, with a boarding program serving grades 7-12 representing 70+ nationalities. Our mission is to inspire students to become knowledgeable leaders with global vision and passion for learning, in a disciplined and diverse community that nurtures character development. For more information, visit us online at Montverde.org and at MVASports.com.
