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Upstate's Top SCHSL Boys Soccer Players Midseason Standouts
Byrnes, Dorman, and Southside stars shine as season hits halfway point
Apr. 8, 2026 at 10:15am
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As the South Carolina High School League (SCHSL) boys soccer season reaches the midpoint, several standout players from the Upstate region have emerged as top performers. Byrnes and Dorman are tied for first place in Region 2-5A, while Southside senior Erik Martinez leads the state in points per game according to MaxPreps.
Why it matters
High school sports, especially soccer, are a point of pride for many communities in the Upstate. Identifying the top players at the midseason mark provides insight into which teams and individuals are poised for success as the playoffs approach.
The details
Byrnes boys soccer beat Eastside 2-1 on March 24 to pull into a tie with Dorman for first place in Region 2-5A at 5-1. Southside senior Erik Martinez has emerged as the state's leading scorer, averaging the most points per game according to MaxPreps. Greer junior Isaac has also been a standout performer this season.
- The SCHSL boys soccer season is currently at the midpoint.
- Byrnes beat Eastside 2-1 on March 24.
- Byrnes and Dorman are currently tied for first place in Region 2-5A at 5-1.
The players
Erik Martinez
A senior at Southside High School who currently leads the state in points per game according to MaxPreps.
Isaac
A junior at Greer High School who has been a standout performer this season.
The takeaway
The Upstate region is home to some of the top high school boys soccer talent in South Carolina, with players from Byrnes, Dorman, Southside, and Greer emerging as midseason standouts. As the season progresses, these players and their teams will be ones to watch as they vie for playoff positioning and championships.
