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North Broward Prep Stuns Defending State Champ in Girls Soccer Playoffs
Senior defender Ella Munoz scores late winner to upset Somerset Canyons
Published on Feb. 14, 2026
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Ella Munoz, a senior defender for North Broward Prep, scored the game-winning goal in the final minute to lead her team to a stunning upset victory over defending state champion Somerset Canyons in the 3A girls soccer regional final.
Why it matters
This victory is a major upset in the state playoffs, as Somerset Canyons was the defending champion and heavily favored. North Broward Prep's win shows the team's resilience and ability to compete with the top programs in Florida.
The details
Munoz, who normally plays defense, scored the decisive goal with just over a minute remaining to give North Broward Prep the 1-0 victory. The win advances North Broward Prep to the state semifinals, where they will look to continue their Cinderella run.
- The game was played on Friday, February 14, 2026.
The players
Ella Munoz
A senior defender for North Broward Prep who scored the game-winning goal in the regional final.
North Broward Prep
The high school soccer team that pulled off the upset victory over defending state champion Somerset Canyons.
Somerset Canyons
The defending 3A girls soccer state champion team that was upset by North Broward Prep in the regional final.
What they’re saying
“I normally play defense and don't really get a chance to shoot,”
— Ella Munoz, Senior Defender, North Broward Prep (Sun Sentinel)
What’s next
North Broward Prep will advance to the 3A state semifinals, where they will look to continue their Cinderella run and potentially win the state championship.
The takeaway
This upset victory shows the depth of talent and competitiveness in Florida high school girls soccer, as an underdog team was able to knock off the defending state champion. North Broward Prep's win is an inspiring story of perseverance and the ability to rise to the occasion in the playoffs.
