Whitecaps FC and BMO share a commitment to developing young soccer talent through a coast-to-coast network of Whitecaps BMO Academy Centres. With World Cup 2026 fast approaching, get to know below some of your future Canadian stars with our Whitecaps FC BMO “Ones to Watch” and “Players of the Month”
Isaac Boehmer Vancouver Whitecaps FC
Isaac Boehmer moved up to the Whitecaps FC first-team roster in August 2020, climbing up the club's ranks starting from their Okanagan Academy Center.
Name: Tessa Bryks
Birth Year: 2012
What her coaches say: Tessa is very keen and willing in to learn. She is on time, and comes to train with a willingness to improve. Well done, Siyrah!
Name: Max MacNutt
Birth Year: 2013
What his coaches say: Max is a promising young player in the Halifax Prospects Academy. He has a good technical foundation, is able to receive the ball under control and make good decisions on the ball. His passing and dribbling skills and speed allow him to keep his team in possession and create opportunities. Max is also a hard worker with a focused mentality that allows him to continue learning and improving.
Name: Olivia Bishop
Birth Year: 2011
What her coaches say: Olivia has shown steady, consistent growth and regularly sets the standard for what we expect from a Whitecaps player. She is receptive to feedback, highly coachable, and consistently engaged in her development. Excellent work, Olivia.
Name: Jude Swinwood
Birth Year: 2010
What his coaches say: Jude consistently demonstrates strong effort in training and sets a high standard for his peers. His leadership and tactical awareness positively influence team performance and he continues to show steady progression.
Name: Ty Hill
Birth Year: 2015
What his coaches say: Taking on instruction well every session. Always puts his best foot forward. As a coaching group we have really pushed Ty in tough developmental situations to which he faces head on everytime with maximum effort. Ty's growth over the last year has been a pleasure to watch and cannot wait to see what his future has in store, stay focused, keep that smile, enjoy it everytime Ty. Congrats
Name: Lincoln Marose
Birth Year: 2017
What his coaches say: Lincoln Shows up to every session with a smile on his face and ready to learn. Tell his coaches all the moves he's been working on at home. How much fun he had at soccer over the weekend. His willingness to constantly push himself without fear impresses our coaches week after week, good job Linc!
Name: Noah Dooma
Birth Year: 2009
What his coaches say: Noah has been exceptional at center back. His physical presence, high game intelligence, and willingness to step forward in the attacking moments make him a true two-way defender. When the ball is lost, he is commanding, calm, and decisive, restoring defensive balance with real authority. Noah sets the tone every morning with a level of compete and focus that stands out immediately, and his standards naturally raise the expectations of everyone around him.
Name: Elizabeth Hanson
What her coaches say: Elizabeth is a technically gifted player with a fierce drive to compete at every level. She consistently pushes herself and her teammates to achieve their best performances. She was recently involved in the Whitecaps FC Evaluation Camp in Vancouver, where some of the top prospects were invited for an evaluation within the professional academy, as well as the NDC Competition as part of the Canada Selects group.
Name: Karina Worobets
What her coaches say: Karina has been a standout over the past month and is a deserving winner of this month’s Girls Prospects Player of the Month. She makes a positive impact on every session, bringing enthusiasm, focus, and a consistently upbeat attitude that lifts the players around her.Karina works hard each week and approaches every activity with determination and a willingness to learn. Her energy and commitment make her a joy to coach and a strong role model within the group. Congratulations, Karina, well deserved
Name: Alexander Schmidt-Da Silva
What his coaches say: Alexander has been outstanding over the last month and is a deserving winner of this month’s Boys Prospects Player of the Month. He consistently brings great energy to every session, lifting the environment for those around him. His hard work and determination have paid off, as he has pushed himself to break into the top ability group for his age bracket.Alexander trains with purpose, competes with confidence, and always plays with a smile on his face. His attitude, enthusiasm, and commitment to improving make him a pleasure to coach. Well done, Alexander, keep it up!
Name: Augusto (Gus) Mendoza
What his coaches say: Gus has been exceptional throughout December and is a worthy winner of this month’s Boys Development Centre Player of the Month. He brings an infectious energy and positive attitude to every session, creating a feel-good environment that lifts the entire group. His encouragement of teammates and genuine support for others, especially during the end-of-session Player of the Week awards has set a fantastic example for the group. Gus consistently celebrates the success of those around him, showing real leadership and maturity. Gus is a key driver of the positive culture within the centre, and his impact has been tremendous. Well done, Gus, keep leading the way!
Name: Sanaya Koswatta
Birth Year: 2014
What her coaches say: Sanaya has been a stand out player this month! Her bravery and technical ability on the ball has helped her make quick and effective decisions in tough situations. I am very much looking forward to seeing how she develops as a player in the coming months. Great job!
