Moises Aguirre is a junior at Hendrickson High School. He plays varsity soccer, is part of the MCJROTC program, and is an ambassador for Unified Champions. In the future he hopes to play college soccer and major in mechanical engineering.

Selah Arellano, a junior at Pflugerville High School, joins Austin FC Unified for the first time this year. As a former Special Olympics basketball and bowling athlete, she has a shown strong teamwork and effort. She placed 4th in bowling and earned a silver medal in basketball last year. Now she is eager to learn a new sport and believes in continuing to improve with practice and exercise. In her free time, she enjoys watching TV, listening to music, and cuddling with her dog Cooper and tortoise Raphael.

Andres Bermudez is a freshman honor student at St.Stephen's Episcopal School. He currently plays for the St. Stephen's Soccer Academy and Westlake FC ECNL/RL USC. He also enjoys playing lacrosse and tennis. Soccer, nature, and service are his greatest passions. When he is not on the pitch, he enjoys scuba, snorkeling and fishing. He is passionate about the environment, both sea and land, and volunteers each month planting trees and native plant species in and around Austin. Andres has assistant coached at summer camps, sharing the joy of soccer with younger athletes. He is honored to be part of the Austin Unified team.

Cornell Black is a first year young professional at the 18+ Program in Pflugerville, Texas. In addition to playing soccer, he competes in basketball, bowling, and track. Cornell also enjoys learning new job skills, going to wrestling events, recreational bowling, listening to music and watching his favorite shows WWE, SWAT and all sports on ESPN.

Christian Bradshaw loves playing sports and being a part of the team! He has been a part of the Leander Lazers Special Olympics team for the past 8 years in which he has participated in power lifting, basketball, track and soccer. Aside from his love of sports, Christian also enjoys spending time with his family, swimming, watching movies and is always up for a great adventure.

Lewis "LJ" Henderson is completing his senior year at Manor Senior High School where he has competed with their Special Olympics team in bowling, basketball, and soccer. He is excited to be playing for Austin FC Unified for his second year. His favorite class at school is Culinary Arts and he is looking forward to attending Texas State Technical College in the fall to continue his culinary studies. When he isn't playing sports on his PS4 or in real life, LJ enjoys supporting his Texas sports teams, eating out with his family, and spending his summers working at Taco Cabana.

Kaylee McKinley is a Junior at Hendrickson High School. She plays soccer at Hendrickson as well as an officer for Unified champions and The Locker. Kaylee is very excited to be a part of the Austin Fc Unified team again this year.

Kenna McKinley is a freshman at Hendrickson High School. She plays varsity soccer, JV volleyball, is a member of the locker, and is part of the Unified Champions program. In the future, she hopes to play college soccer and major in interior design.

Illiana Ramos is a 21-year-old soccer enthusiast who recently returned to play the game after a hiatus due to an ACL injury. From ages 8 to 15, she dedicated herself to soccer, and now alongside her little brother Illijah, she's back on the field, grateful for the opportunity. Beyond soccer, Illiana has embarked on a new journey, moving into her own apartment with her partner. This milestone reflects their growth and independence. With a heart full of gratitude and anticipation, Illiana eagerly embraces every moment, from soccer fields to cozy apartment living, looking forward to what the future holds.

Illijah Ramos is a thriving senior at Weiss High School in Pflugerville, Texas, scheduled to graduate this May. In addition to playing soccer, he competes in bowling, basketball, aquatics, track, javelin throw and golf. Illijah LOVES football and enjoys going to the movies, fishing and hunting with his dad, drawing, riding his bike and playing video games. Illijah proudly owns his own company and launched it last year in April. Together with his family he plans to work his business full-time over the summer. His ultimate goal is to be able to provide a summer job to those with disabilities like his own and empower them by giving them valuable work experience and a sense of accomplishment.

Isaac Ruiz is a native Austinite and a senior at Brentwood Christian School where he is the captain of the varsity soccer team.  He will be attending Texas A&M in the Fall to study Biochemistry/Kinesiology.  This is Isaac’s third year as a Unified Partner.  Isaac is passionate about spreading the love of soccer to all athletes.  He spends his free time photographing special moments at Victory City church and helps run youth group events.  You can find Isaac out at a Texas dance hall on Saturday nights with his friends.

Thrace Startzell is a Junior at Westlake High School. In addition to being a part of the WHS and FC Westlake soccer programs Thrace enjoys volunteering, skiing, the outdoors and spending time with family and friends. He is honored to be back as a Unified Partner and hopes to encourage the Athletes to have fun and help them create special memories on the pitch.

Daulton Swenson is excited to be returning to Austin FC Unified Team. Daulton has been involved with Special Olympics over 15 years.  He currently competes in aquatics, golf, bowling, flag football, soccer, and track and field. Off of the field, he is a fan of Austin FC and Texas Stars Hockey. He enjoys hanging out with his family, attending sporting events, video gaming and playing fetch with their dog, Scout.

Eddie Tydings is a junior at Hendrickson High School. He plays soccer for Cap City SC and plays football & soccer and also wrestles for Hendrickson. He is a member of the National Honor Society and is an AP scholar. Outside of school, he is an altar server for the Texas State Council Knights of Columbus and his home parish. Eddie is a Unified Partner at Hendrickson and is excited to be a Unified Partner for Austin FC. Eddie hopes to attend Notre Dame and major in engineering.

Matthew Wells graduated from Stony Point HS in 2018 and is currently part of Hill Country Stars. Matthew works at Planet Fitness and is attending ACC -STEPS PROGRAM to become a Paraprofessional in the Athletic Department. Matthew loves being an athlete with Special Olympics and participating in various sports like Basketball,Track & Field, Flag Football, Soccer, Swimming, Bowling & Powerlifting. Matthew truly enjoys being part of Special Olympics, because he loves spending time with his friends and making new friends. Matthew enjoys going to the movies, playing X-box video games, hanging out with his friends and family and his 2 dogs Penny & Gina.

Zach Wilkinson is a rising senior at Hendrickson High School in Pflugerville, Texas. In addition to playing soccer, he competes in bowling, basketball, and track. Zach also enjoys video games, movies, and playing with his tuxedo cat, Leopard. Zach looks forward to his third season as a member of the Austin FC Unified Team.

Grady Williams is a rising senior at Hendrickson High School in Pflugerville, Texas. He enjoys playing all types of sports and is a supporter and partner of the HHS Unified Champions program.   In addition to playing soccer on the school's varsity team, he is a member of Capital City Soccer Club and hopes to continue playing soccer in college as well as major in engineering.

Cole Lardner is a junior at Round Rock High School. In addition to the Unified team, he plays high school and club soccer. In his free time, he enjoys working on his car and playing video games.