Cortez Girls Soccer Aims to Build on Breakout Season

Young roster led by underclassmen scorers looks to challenge for league title

Mar. 23, 2026 at 5:10am

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The Montezuma-Cortez High School girls soccer team is poised for continued success after a standout 2025 season that saw them earn a home playoff game. Head coach Melody Harris is focused on building upon that foundation, with a roster that features a mix of experienced underclassmen and new talent.

Why it matters

The Panthers' strong 2025 campaign, in which nearly 75% of their goals came from underclassmen, has raised expectations for the program. As they look to challenge for an Intermountain League title, their ability to blend young scorers with a veteran defensive core will be crucial.

The details

Sophomore Mia Glazner, the team's leading returning scorer, will lead the attack alongside classmate Kyndall Schmitt. Freshman Emilynn Hill also adds speed to the forward line. In the midfield, juniors Kaybree Smith and sophomores Jordyn Erautt and Amani Lobato provide experience, while the defense features senior Camryn Oliver and juniors Ivy Gray and Sadie Maxwell. Freshman Raya Hall will contribute to the back four, protecting second-year starting goalkeeper Raegan Veach.

  • The Panthers recently faced Ridgway on March 17, falling 4-2 despite goals from Schmitt and Hill.
  • They will host Telluride on March 26, followed by a series of road games.
  • League play begins April 3 against Alamosa, the 2025 Intermountain League champion.
  • The Panthers will host Bayfield on April 7 for their home league opener.
  • Senior Day is scheduled for April 18, coinciding with their final home game against Pagosa Springs.

The players

Melody Harris

Head coach of the Montezuma-Cortez High School girls soccer team.

Mia Glazner

Sophomore and the Panthers' leading returning scorer.

Kyndall Schmitt

Sophomore forward who joins Glazner in leading the Panthers' attack.

Emilynn Hill

Freshman forward who adds speed to the Panthers' forward line.

Camryn Oliver

The Panthers' only senior, who anchors the defense.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee

What’s next

The Panthers will look to build on their strong start when they host Bayfield on April 7 for their home league opener.

The takeaway

With a talented young core led by Glazner and Schmitt, the Montezuma-Cortez High School girls soccer team is poised to build on their breakout 2025 season and challenge for an Intermountain League title.