Madelyn Saruwatari, Ireland Churchill, and Jaidyn Williams are recognized as CIF Southern Section girls soccer players of the year for the 2023-24 season. Saruwatari, a Santiago junior forward, claimed the Open Division Player of the Year title, contributing to Santiago's section championship win. Churchill, a Roosevelt sophomore forward, secured the Division 1 Player of the Year honor, while Williams, a Diamond Ranch sophomore forward, was chosen as the Division 6 Player of the Year after helping Diamond Ranch secure its first section championship. Several Inland players were also selected to the first team in their respective playoff divisions.

By the Numbers
  • Saruwatari scored from the penalty spot to secure Santiago's 2-0 victory over Santa Margarita in the section title match.
  • Churchill tallied six goals and three assists in the section playoffs, including two goals in a 3-2 victory over Palos Verdes in the championship match.
State of Play
  • Madelyn Saruwatari claimed the Open Division Player of the Year title.
  • Ireland Churchill secured the Division 1 Player of the Year honor.
  • Jaidyn Williams was chosen as the Division 6 Player of the Year.
  • Several Inland players were selected to the first team in their respective playoff divisions.
Bottom Line

Saruwatari, Churchill, and Williams stand out as CIF Southern Section girls soccer players of the year, showcasing their exceptional skills and contributions to their teams' successes during the 2023-24 season.