Back to the Top News Newsfeed

Jony Muñoz Named Gatorade National Boys Soccer Player of the Year

Gatorade named Liberty University commit and Olathe West High School (Kan.) forward Jony Muñoz the 2019-20 National Boys Soccer Player of the Year on Wednesday, in honor of his accomplishments on and off the field.

Muñoz, who graduated this spring, was surprised by his family, coaches and teammates with a drive-by parade outside of his home on Wednesday evening. After beating out nearly half a million high school soccer players nationwide for this prestigious award, he joins an inspiring group of former Gatorade National Boys Soccer Player of the Year winners. Combined, the former winners have 11 National Championships and 12 became MLS first round draft picks.