JUST ONE GOAL
Because Every Child Deserves a Chance to Play
OUR WHY:
Just One Goal exists to ensure every child - regardless of background - has the opportunity to experience the transformative impact of soccer. Through financial scholarships, we remove barriers and open doors, helping young athletes grow not just as players, but as people. Soccer builds more than skills - it develops teamwork, resilience, discipline, leadership, and confidence. These life lessons stay with players long after they leave the field.
OUR STORY:
Sporting Iowa is more than a soccer club - we are a community of families, coaches, and players dedicated to growing great humans through the game. From our grassroots programs in WDMSC & JUSC starting at 4U through competitive teams up to 19U, we serve athletes across Iowa united by a love for soccer and character development.
2026 Annual Hall of Fame Dinner:
Sheraton West Des Moines
1800 50th Street
West Des Moines , IA 50266
March 7th, 2026
2026 Annual Hall of Fame Dinner:
Saturday, March 7th, 2026
Sheraton West Des Moines
1800 50th Street, West Des Moines, IA 50266
A night of celebration, connection, and impact—honoring Sporting Iowa’s Hall of Fame inductees while raising critical support for Just One Goal, our player scholarship nonprofit.
Cocktail Hour 6-7pm
Dinner & Presentation 7-9pm
Entertainment 9-10pm
Tickets:
- Individual - $65
- Full Table (10) - $600
Dinner Choices include Salad & Dessert - 1) Mediterranean Chicken, 2) Pork Loin, 3) Cheese Tortellini (V)
Players:
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Brandon Orellana-LemusList Item 2
Brandon Orellana-Lemus is a lifelong WDM/Sporting player whose journey reflects the heart of Sporting Iowa. A State Cup champion with the 2005 boys, Brandon was known for his consistency, work rate, and leadership on the field. After graduating, he returned to the club as a coach and now leads Academy teams, mentoring the next generation within the same program that shaped him. His impact extends beyond results—defined by character, humility, and a deep commitment to giving back.
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Nealey WebsterList Item 3
Nealey Webster represents the full-circle impact of Sporting Iowa both on and off the field. A longtime WDMSC and Sporting Iowa player from 11U–19U, Nealey went on to compete at the club level at the University of Iowa. While studying athletic training, she also began giving back to the game through coaching, and today continues that service as an athletic trainer—supporting players almost every weekend at ECNL, ECNL-RL, and Sporting Iowa tournaments. Her induction honors not only her soccer journey, but her unwavering commitment to health, service, and giving back to the community that helped shape her.
Hall Of Fame Inductees
Players:
Cody Alberts
Allie Brees (Uhelhopp)
Tristan Coaldrake
Nicole Dillenburg
Elvir Ebisevic
Whitney Franker
Stephanie Ham (Stevens)
Any Jackson
Zach Jensen
Caton Johnson
Francis Lee
Nicole Postel (Lemon)
Whitney Lewis
Solomon Mamola
Haley Morris
Roderick Orellana
Lily Overstreet
Elizabeth Sanders
Blake Siberz
Tyler Smaha
Ashlie Stokes
Chelsea Stokes
Rachel Vander Hart
Tayler Vestal
Ryan Waltz
Rachel Wanninger
Volunteers/Coaches:
John Breed
Karen Coaldrake
Mike Hopson
Doug Jackson
Pau Keltner
Julie Lafollette
Penny Luthens
Penny Luthers
Steve Lytle
Brian Mamola
Jeff Payne
Doug Postel
Doug Sawyer
Doug Schreck
Billy Scott
Jeff Smaha
Jim Wanninger
Brad Wilie
Tami Vander Hart
Scheels