Rawlins Futbol Club player, Garrett Hullinger, was in the spotlight for the Month of September.

Garrett is a first-generation soccer player that happened into it by attending a local camp at 5 years old and hasn't stopped since. He stays involved year round and plays in a local winter Futsal program.

One of his favorite parts of soccer is making friends from different towns and he looks forward to seeing them at tournaments.

Garrett is currently playing some fierce defense for his 12U team in Rawlins, and he has a strong left foot.

One of Garrett's favorite events each year is the annual Turf Wars in Laramie. He loves it so much that he voted against a beach destination Christmas vacation because he didn't want to miss it!

Rawlins Futbol Club says his work ethic on and off the field is incredible. He works hard in practice, plays with intensity through an entire game, and is willing to play whatever position is needed. He always has a positive attitude and great sportsmanship. 

This summer he was able to attend a soccer camp in Steamboat Springs, CO and loved it. He also loves and plays tackle football and is Josh Allen's #1 fan. Garrett has a pretty impressive football card collection. He also wrestles with the local wrestling club and likes to ski in the winter at Snowy Range. On warm summer evenings he likes to throw a line and catch some walleye and rainbow trout.

Garrett wants to be a veterinarian when he grows up and has two kittens he adores. He is also a member of the 4-H Archery and Poultry programs and has a small back yard chicken flock he cares for and sells eggs on the side. His hen, Dusty, won a blue ribbon this year at the county fair.

Riverton Youth Soccer Association player, Dakstyn Yarber, was in the spotlight for the Month of October.

Dakstyn is a 13U player and she typically plays left back, and is a strong defensive player. Although she has not personally played for Wyoming 307 Select or Wyoming ODP, her older sister has, so it is definitely a possibility for the future!

Dakstyn has been playing soccer since the age of eight, so this is her fourth year and she absolutely loves it! So far, Riverton is the only club she has played for, but if the opportunity presented itself, she would gladly come on as a guest player for other teams.

On Wednesday evenings, she attends Faith Formation at her church. This is split up by age and for kids Dakstyn's age it is similar to church youth group.

In addition to soccer, Dakstyn also plays softball and she is the pitcher for her team. This is a tough position to play, but she boldly embraces the challenge and continues to improve her perfect pitch! She also enjoys painting, fishing (a common theme amongst our Wyoming players!) and playing pretty much any sport in which she has the opportunity to participate. She also loves animals and her family has two dogs.

She wants to be a cosmetologist when she gets older so she is always practicing doing her nails. Dakstyn is always so thoughtful and is usually the first to lend a helping hand. She is described as joyous, sweet and caring and she always has a bright smile to go with her fun-loving and kind personality.

Her club says that Dakstyn (who often goes by Daks) is very coachable, works hard and is a great leader on her team. She is a great asset and a friend to everyone she meets! 

We are honored to recognize both Garrett and Dakstyn as our spotlighted players for the months of September and October. Remember, the Player Spotlight can highlight achievement in any area, whether it's soccer, academics, community, or attitude. All spotlighted players will be recognized at our annual Awards Celebration in March 2025 and will be eligible to win our coveted 2025 Player of the Year Award! Please share your kids with us.

To nominate a player from your club for the Player Spotlight, please download the nomination form by clicking HERE.  Once completed, please email to wssa@wyomingsoccer.com.