AUGUSTA, Ga. – The Peach Belt Conference has announced its 2026 postseason awards Friday afternoon, and the Flagler women's soccer team had three Saints land postseason honors.
Ella Gembicki was named First Team All-PBC while
Brooke Rienecker and
Avery Raimondo earned Second Team All-PBC praise.
Junior
Ella Gembicki earned her first PBC postseason nod following a stellar season. The Perry Hall, Maryland native started 14-of-16 appearances this season and logged 1,283 minutes, the fifth most on the team. Gembicki ranked second on the team with eight points behind three goals and two assists, including two goals in the first two matches of the season. Gembicki's versatility also contributed to four clean sheets on the defensive end.
"Ella is a tough competitor and has given the team great attacking prowess combined with defensive determination."
After being named Preseason All-PBC, senior
Avery Raimondo earned Second Team All-PBC praise. The St. John's, Florida native started all 16 matches at midfield and logged 1,384 minutes, including 10 complete games. In a 1-0 victory over North Georgia, Raimondo set up the game-winner with her fifth collegiate assist.
"Avery has had a super season in the center of our midfield. She is a true technician on the field and an incredible teammate on and off the field."
Fellow senior
Brooke Rienecker also earned Second Team All-PBC plaud. The Verona, New Jersey native, started all 16 matches this season and netted a team-high five goals, including three game winners. Rienecker turned in a pair of braces on the year with two goals against Middle Georgia and USC Aiken.
"Brooke has played multiple positions this season at a high level. A true warrior on the field, Brooke is fully deserving of this recognition."
The Saints enter the Peach Belt Conference Tournament 6-5-5 overall and riding a two-game winning streak. Flagler secured the No. 3 seed in the tournament after a 5-2-2 record in league play. The Saints will welcome No. 6 seed Lander on Saturday, October 31
st at 2:00 p.m. for the PBC Tournament Quarterfinals. Fans can catch the action on the Peach Belt Conference Sports Network.
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