A proud group of Athens soccer players were recognized at Monday’s Athens City Council meeting for winning a state tournament.

The Athens All-Stars received medals at the meeting after winning the Alabama Recreation & Parks Association state tournament for boys ages 10-11. The tournament was held Nov. 19-20 in Dothan.

The All-Stars steamrolled their first two opponents, beating Albertville 11-0 and Andalusia 12-1. They then beat Dothan 3-2 in a game that was decided by kicks from the mark. A 2-0 win over Prattville earned them the championship.

Team members are Randy Cortes, Reyli Martinez, Carlos Roman, Alex Martinez, Jorge Mendoza, Franklin Vicente, Jonathan Soto, Arturo Diaz, Jesus Roman, Dylan East, Layton Romine, Brody Sheppard, Ernest Vicente, Alex Martinez and coach John Sheppard.