Huron Perth United is a new member to Southwest Soccer and had a great inaugural season in 2024/25! HP United was founded in 2024 by Bryce Kuepfer and is based out of Between the Lines Sports Campus in Listowel. The club was founded after it was clear that Listowel and surrounding areas had a hunger for competitive soccer with no options in the local rural area. HP United's mission to develop great soccer players and even better people. The club is excited to continue competing and developing people of strong character for years to come! 

From Puslinch Minor Soccer - William Rowe is the embodiment of what it means to be a youth soccer coach — passionate, dedicated, and deeply invested in the growth of every player, on and off the field. Coaching females in the older age groups, where participation tends to decline at an alarming rate, Will has fielded a full roster each of his 3 seasons with PMSC, with minimal turnover. His coaching philosophy goes beyond winning — it centers on teamwork, personal development, and instilling a lifelong appreciation for the sport and friendships made. He inspires athletes to not only become better soccer players, but better teammates, leaders, and individuals.

Will leads by example, continuing to grow as a coach through his own education and development. This past season, he completed the Grassroots Diploma, further enriching his ability to mentor young players effectively. Will brings integrity, a love for the game, and purpose to coaching.  

From William – My passion for the game of soccer started at a young age and was heavily influenced by my Dad, who had played in the UK and also coached my teams for the first few years of competitive soccer. After many years of playing competitively, my middle daughter indicated that her elementary school team needed a coach for a one-day tournament.  The experience with my Dad gave me the confidence to give coaching a chance. After my first coaching endeavour I was hooked and realized I enjoyed coaching even more than playing. This led to coaching my middle and youngest daughters on multiple teams over the years including Head Coaching their varsity team at Woodland Christian High School, a position I still currently hold. When the opportunity arose in 2023 to start a competitive team with Puslinch Minor Soccer Club at the GU15 level with my youngest daughter, I began levelling up my coaching certification and training further. The Club has been very supportive in my coaching journey including most recently the successful completion of the Grass Roots Diploma, for which I am very thankful. Soccer provides so many amazing life lessons and it is a privilege to help players navigate their growth through their formative years. My coaching philosophy is focused around building better people through building better players, preparing the youth of today for the challenges of tomorrow through unity, fundamentals, and conditioning.

From Huron Perth United - Aidan was an instrumental piece in the inaugural season of Huron Perth United. As a talented player from our area, Aidan feels passionate about providing opportunities, to younger players, that were not available to him when he was growing up, like many HPU coaches do. He dove right in to help carry out the vision of HPU! As a young coach, his leadership, and strong character are extremely evident. Aidan showed maturity and expertise well beyond his years and led his U11 boys through a great first season! Aidan also served as the assistant coach for our U16 boys team. Aidan demonstrated a genuine care for each one of his players and took a serious interest in their development.

From Aidan – From the time I was old enough to walk, I’ve been playing soccer, and that lifelong passion has shaped my entire coaching journey. Growing up competing in OPDL helped me develop a deep understanding of the game, and now I’m driven to help grow soccer in our small community. Coaching our U11 team alongside my brother who also grew up playing competitively has made the experience even more meaningful. I’ve always been involved in sports, but coaching has become something I truly love. Being able to share my passion, teach young players, and contribute to the development of the next generation truly motivates me. Winning Coach of the Year is an honour, and I’m grateful to be part of this team and community.  

From Kai - I started refereeing soccer as soon as I was eligible, in 2021, for the Timbits program through Puslinch Minor Soccer. Initially, I became a referee because I love the game of soccer and everything it entails. After that first season, I began to truly appreciate the many great aspects of the job and decided to pursue it further. I ended up doing small-sided refereeing for 3 years total and then taking the entry-level referee course in 2024 once I was eligible. After that, the job became even more awesome, as I could now do a greater variety of games in various positions. This past season was by far the most significant in my career as a referee. I did way more games than I ever have before, under higher-stakes environments and leagues. I had the privilege of being an assistant referee for an Ontario Cup semi-final and the referee for a League Cup final, two huge milestones in my career as a match official. My personal growth as a referee skyrocketed, and I built stronger connections with many Southwest Soccer Match Officials. Currently, I’m refereeing indoor games through Guelph Soccer, and I plan on having another great season in 2026. I intend to continue refereeing as a part-time job throughout university, even when my availability becomes limited. My goal is to continue to progress as a match official by gaining further exposure and experience in the upcoming seasons.

From the MO Dept - A true leader, Kai has developed his craft this season by taking on new challenges with great gumption. He is always seeking to improve and approaches every match with professionalism, confidence, and a calm presence.  Kai consistently demonstrates strong communication with players and coaches, showing respect while maintaining control of the game. His willingness to learn from feedback and mentor younger officials sets an outstanding example for others in our referee community.  His dedication, reliability, and positive attitude have made him one of the most respected officials in Southwest Soccer this year. Kai embodies the values of integrity, growth, and leadership that make him a deserving candidate for Referee of the Year.

From Cian - I have been reffing for 2 seasons now. When I first started, I was worried that I would make the wrong calls and disappoint both the coaches and parents. I have made many mistakes, but if I am focused and doing my best, this rarely becomes an issue, and I always learn from the mistakes I've made. I like that I get the opportunity and experience to learn the game better and help little footballers learn the game. Reffing has made me more self-aware and has taught me not to take things personally. Thank you Southwest Soccer for this chance and the trust you place in me. 

From the MO Dept - Cian has shown exceptional growth and maturity as a new match official. Despite being a Grade 1 referee, he consistently displays confidence, composure, and a deep understanding of the game. His communication with players and coaches is excellent, and he handles challenging situations with professionalism well beyond his experience level. Cian’s commitment to learning, punctuality, and strong game management skills have earned him praise from coaches and assignors throughout the season. He represents the values of fairness, respect, and dedication that define grassroots officiating.