Bonilla-Ortiz breaks goal record as Bearcats bash Worth County

Jose Bonilla-Ortiz becomes Bainbridge High School's all-time goal scorer

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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Jose Bonilla-Ortiz, a senior at Bainbridge High School in Georgia, has broken the school's all-time goal scoring record, surpassing the previous mark of 75 goals set in 2024. Bonilla-Ortiz scored his 76th goal in a 10-0 victory over Worth County, with his brother Angel assisting on the record-breaking tally. Bonilla-Ortiz credits his teammates, coaches, and family for supporting him throughout his high school career.

Why it matters

Bonilla-Ortiz's achievement is a significant milestone for the Bainbridge High School soccer program, showcasing the school's commitment to developing talented student-athletes. His record-breaking performance also highlights the strong bond between the Bonilla-Ortiz brothers and the team's cohesion, which has been instrumental in their success.

The details

Jose Bonilla-Ortiz, a senior at Bainbridge High School, scored his 76th career goal in a 10-0 victory over Worth County on Tuesday night. The goal broke the previous school record of 75 goals set in 2024 by Brock Williams. Bonilla-Ortiz's brother, Angel, assisted on the record-breaking goal, demonstrating the strong connection between the two siblings. Bonilla-Ortiz credits his teammates, coaches, and family for supporting him throughout his high school career, and he says his focus has been on glorifying God through his performance.

  • Jose Bonilla-Ortiz tied the school's all-time goal scoring record in the Bearcats' last matchup against Colquitt County.
  • On Tuesday, February 26, 2026, Bonilla-Ortiz broke the record with his 76th career goal against Worth County.

The players

Jose Bonilla-Ortiz

A senior at Bainbridge High School and the school's all-time leading goal scorer with 76 goals.

Angel Bonilla-Ortiz

Jose's brother and fellow senior at Bainbridge High School, who assisted on the record-breaking goal.

Brock Williams

The previous holder of Bainbridge High School's all-time goal scoring record with 75 goals, set in 2024.

Brian Hill

The head soccer coach at Bainbridge High School, who has helped develop Jose Bonilla-Ortiz into a leader on the team.

Eddie Foy

Jose Bonilla-Ortiz's club coach at Sporting Club Tallahassee, who has also contributed to his development as a player.

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What they’re saying

“That means a lot to me. It's crazy that [Angel's] a part of that. It's not just a milestone that I've reached, but I think it's also part of his and part of our whole team's. We did this. This Bainbridge Bearcats team broke the record.”

— Jose Bonilla-Ortiz (thepostsearchlight.com)

“It's a crazy milestone for me. I never really thought about it until my senior year when someone told me I was about to break the record. I never really looked at the goals, I just played every single game and took it one game at a time and worked selflessly for my teammates and coaches, and most importantly for my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, to exult him. I think that's my mindset — to glorify Him — and that means doing my best for my coaches and my teammates and for everyone supporting me.”

— Jose Bonilla-Ortiz (thepostsearchlight.com)

“He's enjoyable to work with, he's a hard worker. As a person, he's a really good teammate. He stays positive, he encourages the players on the field. I've been working with him to be a leader and he's doing that this year.”

— Brian Hill, Bainbridge High School Head Soccer Coach (thepostsearchlight.com)

“Jose's just an outstanding person. Aside from sports, he's just a genuine hardworking kid, and he deserves every bit of it. For us, it's outstanding because it shows we're pouring into our athletic programs. It means the world to Bainbridge Athletics in general. Having somebody like Jose who takes pride in everything that we offer is such a great accomplishment for Bainbridge High School, but mainly for Jose himself.”

— Rex Wade, Bainbridge High School Athletic Director (thepostsearchlight.com)

What’s next

The Bainbridge Bearcats will look to continue their strong season and support Jose Bonilla-Ortiz as he aims to lead the team to further success.

The takeaway

Jose Bonilla-Ortiz's record-breaking achievement highlights the importance of teamwork, dedication, and a strong support system in fostering the development of talented student-athletes. His focus on glorifying God and supporting his teammates exemplifies the values that make high school sports meaningful beyond just the final score.