Ulises Ornelas

Joliet Central Bilingual History Teacher // Head Soccer Coach

[Ulises Ornelas @UlisesOrnelas12]

Siempre hay que pensar en la siguiente meta y objetivo. El conformismo aquí no existe 📆

[Joliet Central Boys Soccer @JCBoySoccer]

💙💛 STEELMEN BOYS SOCCER | 2026 SEASON RECAP

A strong season across all three levels!

🏆 Freshman: 13-4-1 | 4th in Conference
🏆 JV: 10-4-4 | 3rd in Conference
🏆 Varsity: 16-6-1 | 5th in Conference | IHSA Regional Finalists

⭐ Varsity Second-most wins in program history!

Proud of our players, coaches, families, and supporters. The future is bright!

💙💛 ONE PROGRAM. ONE FAMILY. STEELMEN!

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⚽💙💛 RESUMEN DE LA TEMPORADA 2026 DEL FÚTBOL MASCULINO DE STEELMEN

¡Una gran temporada en los tres niveles!

🏆 Freshman: 13-4-1 | 4.º lugar en la conferencia
🏆 JV: 10-4-4 | https://t.co/6C1cBGH6qy lugar en la conferencia
🏆 Varsity: 16-6-1 | 5.º lugar en la conferencia | Finalistas regionales de IHSA

⭐ ¡Segunda mayor cantidad de victorias en la historia del programa!

Estamos orgullosos de nuestros jugadores, entrenadores, familias y seguidores. ¡El futuro es brillante!

💙💛 ¡UN PROGRAMA. UNA FAMILIA. STEELMEN!

[Joliet Central Athletics @JolietCentralAD]

What a season for Joliet Central Steelmen Boys Soccer!

Finishing 16-6-1, earning an appearance in the regional championship, and placing 5th in the conference, this team continues to raise the bar year after year. This is the second most wins in the history of the program!!

Beyond the results, the dedication of these players and the leadership of our coaching staff showed in every match. They are building a strong program grounded in hard work, character, and student-athlete development.

Thank you to our players, coaches, and supporters for bringing so much pride and excitement to our community this year. We are immensely proud of this team and where Steelmen soccer is headed.

[Joliet Central Athletics @JolietCentralAD]

Steelmen Boys Soccer takes on Moline for the IHSA Regional Championship tomorrow at 11:00am at Joliet West. Let's pack the stands Steelmen!!!

Get your tickets here: https://t.co/WAt7H7kdMr

[Randy G. Whalen @Rgw114G]

So @JWestBoysSoccer coach Alan Stewart put it best... "I told everyone who would listen, this was going to be an all-time classic," he said of the 3A Regional Semifinal vs @JCBoySoccer

It was.

Tied 1-1 in reg & then 2-2 after 2 OT, @JolietCentralAD won 5-4 in 6 rounds of PK!!

[Joliet Central Athletics @JolietCentralAD]

Steelmen boys soccer wins 3-2 (5-4 PKs) in a back and forth match with Joliet West. The Steelmen advance to face Moline on Saturday (10/24) in the Regional Championship game.

Get your tickets on GoFan: https://t.co/WAt7H7kdMr

#GoSteelmen!

[Joliet Central Athletics @JolietCentralAD]

Steelmen boys soccer will travel to Joliet West to take on the Tigers tomorrow, Oct. 20th, for the opening round of the IHSA Regional. Gametime is set for 6:30pm.

Tickets are available on GoFan here: https://t.co/WAt7H7kdMr. Cash option at gate also,

[Joliet Central Boys Soccer @JCBoySoccer]

💙💛⚽ A HISTORIC REGULAR SEASON FOR THE STEELMEN!

The Joliet Central Boys’ Varsity Soccer Team finishes the 2026 regular season with an impressive 15-5-1 record, marking one of the strongest seasons in program history!

🏆 2026 Season Accomplishments:

15 wins — tied with 2011 for the second most since 2011.
3rd-highest winning percentage in program history.
12 shutouts — a program record!
Only 13 goals conceded in 21 matches.
5th place in conference.

These accomplishments reflect the hard work, discipline, and dedication of our student-athletes and coaching staff.

One goal accomplished. Now on to the next! The postseason awaits!

Once a Steelman, Always a Steelman! 💙💛

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💙💛⚽ ¡UNA TEMPORADA REGULAR HISTÓRICA PARA LOS STEELMEN!

El equipo varsity de fútbol masculino de Joliet Central finaliza la temporada regular 2026 con un impresionante récord de 15 victorias, 5 derrotas y 1 empate, logrando una de las mejores temporadas en la historia del programa.

🏆 Logros de la temporada 2026:

15 victorias — empatando con el equipo de 2011 como la segunda mayor cantidad desde ese año.
Tercer mejor porcentaje de victorias en la historia del programa.
12 partidos sin recibir goles — ¡récord del programa!
Solamente 13 goles recibidos en 21 partidos.
Quinto lugar en la conferencia.

Estos logros reflejan el esfuerzo, la disciplina y la dedicación de nuestros jugadores y cuerpo técnico.

¡Un objetivo cumplido! ¡Ahora vamos por el siguiente! ¡Nos esperan los playoffs!

¡Una vez Steelman, siempre Steelman! 💙💛

#SteelmenSoccer #JolietCentral #SteelmenPride #RoadToRegionals

[Joliet Central Boys Soccer @JCBoySoccer]

🎀 Breast Cancer Awareness Game | Steelmen vs. Shepard 💗⚽

Saturday was about more than soccer.

Our Steelmen families, players, coaches, students, and community came together to turn Steelmen Stadium PINK in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness. We honored the survivors, those currently fighting, the families who stand beside them, and those we have lost. 💗

On the field, it was a great day for the program:

⚽ Varsity: Steelmen 3 – Shepard 0
⚽ JV: Steelmen 3 – Shepard 0

We are proud of the results, but even more proud of how our community came together for something much bigger than the game.

Thank you to everyone who wore pink, supported our teams, and helped make this day meaningful.

Together, we are stronger. 💗💙💛
Once a Steelmen, Always a Steelmen.

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🎀 Partido de Concientización sobre el Cáncer de Mama | Steelmen vs. Shepard 💗⚽

El sábado fue mucho más que fútbol.

Nuestras familias, jugadores, entrenadores, estudiantes y comunidad se unieron para llenar el Steelmen Stadium de ROSA en apoyo a la concientización sobre el cáncer de mama. Honramos a quienes han superado esta enfermedad, a quienes continúan luchando, a las familias que los acompañan y a quienes hemos perdido. 💗

Dentro de la cancha, también fue un gran día para nuestro programa:

⚽ Varsity: Steelmen 3 – Shepard 0
⚽ JV: Steelmen 3 – Shepard 0

Estamos orgullosos de los resultados, pero aún más orgullosos de ver a nuestra comunidad unirse por algo mucho más importante que un partido.

Gracias a todos los que vistieron de rosa, apoyaron a nuestros equipos y ayudaron a hacer de este día algo especial.

Juntos somos más fuertes. 💗💙💛
Una vez Steelmen, siempre Steelmen.

#SteelmenSoccer #BreastCancerAwareness #PinkOut #JolietCentral #SteelmenFamily #RaiseTheStandard

[Joliet Central Boys Soccer @JCBoySoccer]

💙💛⚽ STEELMEN SWEEP PLAINFIELD CENTRAL! 🧹🔥🏰

THREE LEVELS. THREE VICTORIES. ONE PROGRAM! 💪

An incredible day for Joliet Central Boys Soccer as our Steelmen completed the sweep against Plainfield Central!

⚽ Freshman: 4–0 WIN ✅
⚽ JV: 4–3 WIN ✅
⚽ Varsity: 1–1 (5–4 PKs) WIN ✅

🔥 Our varsity team battled until the final whistle and delivered an exciting victory in penalty kicks!

👏 Sebastian Duque – Goal
🎯 Jose Ibarra – Assist
🧤 Chris Torres – Crucial PK Save
⚽ Alexis Oceguera – Winning PK

From our freshmen to varsity, our boys demonstrated resilience, teamwork, and determination. A tremendous effort by our players and coaching staff across all three levels!

ONE PROGRAM. ONE FAMILY. ONE STEELMEN! 💙💛

Proud to represent Joliet Central! The work continues! 🏰⚽

#SteelmenSoccer #JolietCentral #SteelmenPride #CleanSweep #VamosSteelmen OneProgramOneFamily

[Joliet Central Boys Soccer @JCBoySoccer]

💙💛⚽ STEELMEN KEEP ROLLING! 🔥

Back-to-back shutout victories! 💪

⚽ Joliet Central 9–0 CM

⚽ Joliet Central 5–0 Crete-Monee

14 goals scored, 0 conceded! 🧱👏

🏆 NEXT UP: CONFERENCE FINALE

📅 October 13 | 🆚 Oswego

The Steelmen battle for a top spot in the conference standings!

🔥 IHSA REGIONAL SEMIFINAL CONFIRMED!

📅 October 20 | 🆚 Joliet West

⚔️ THE CLÁSICO RETURNS — PLAYOFF EDITION!

The stakes are higher than ever! Let’s finish strong, Steelmen! 💙💛

#SteelmenSoccer #JolietCentral #SteelmenPride #IHSA #VamosSteelmen

[Joliet Central Boys Soccer @JCBoySoccer]

💙💛⚽ SENIOR NIGHT VICTORY! | STEELMEN 4–0 PLAINFIELD NORTH

What an incredible night at Joliet Central! Our Steelmen celebrated Senior Night with an impressive 4–0 victory over Plainfield North! 🏰👏

Tonight was about more than just a victory. It was a celebration of four years of hard work, dedication, friendships, growth, and unforgettable memories.

It was truly special to see the families who have supported, encouraged, and made countless sacrifices to help shape our seniors into the young men they are today. Your love and commitment have been an important part of their journey.

To our seniors, thank you for your leadership, dedication, and commitment to the Steelmen soccer program. You have helped raise the standard and build a foundation for future generations of Steelmen to follow.

The memories will last, the friendships will remain, and your legacy will live on.

Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate and support our seniors!

Once a Steelman, always a Steelman! 💙💛⚽

#SteelmenSoccer #SeniorNight2026 #JolietCentral #SteelmenPride #RaiseTheStandard

[Joliet Central Athletics @JolietCentralAD]

Boys Soccer wins 3-0 over Joliet West!

[Joliet Central Boys Soccer @JCBoySoccer]

AN EPIC CLÁSICO IN THE POURING RAIN! 💙💛

The Joliet Central Steelmen defeated Joliet West in a rivalry night that will be remembered! Through the pouring rain, both sides battled and delivered some excellent soccer.

🔥 Varsity: Steelmen win 3–0
👏 JV: Steelmen win 3–2 after an incredible comeback
⏳ Freshman: Game pending

An unforgettable night of rivalry, determination, and Steelmen pride!

LET’S GO STEELMEN! 💙💛⚽

#SteelmenSoccer #JolietCentral #JolietWest #Clásico #RivalryGame SteelmenPride

[Joliet Central Boys Soccer @JCBoySoccer]

⚽ STEELMEN PROGRAM SWEEP! 💙💛

A great night for Steelmen Soccer against Romeoville!

Varsity: W 2–1
JV: W 7–2
Freshman: W 2–0

Three teams. Three wins. One program. 💪

Quality matches across all three levels and a great job by our Steelmen! Proud of the effort, competitiveness, and teamwork shown throughout the program.

Now it’s time to recover, refocus, and prepare for El Clásico — Joliet Central vs. Joliet West! 🔥🏰

The rivalry continues. Let’s go, Steelmen! 💙💛⚽

[Joliet Central Boys Soccer @JCBoySoccer]

⚽ STEELMEN SOCCER | WEEKEND RECAP 💙💛

A full Saturday of Steelmen Soccer! All three levels competed, battled, and represented Joliet Central with pride.

VARSITY
Varsity fell 3–2 to Oswego East in a thriller that came down to the final moments. A competitive match with great quality and intensity from both sides.

⚽ Goals: Alexis Oceguera & Miguel Guzman
🎯 Assists: Rafael Garcia & Freddy Ibarra

JV
JV competed in two close matches at the St. Ignatius Wolfpack Invite, battling until the final whistle in both.

FRESHMAN 🥈
Freshman put together a great tournament run at the St. Ignatius Wolfpack Invite, finishing in 2nd place! Another strong accomplishment for the group.

One of the best parts of the day came after the games — Parents & Coaches vs. Varsity! ⚽😂 An amazing atmosphere filled with competition, laughs, families, and great memories. This is what being part of the Steelmen community is all about. 💙💛

All three levels now turn their attention to the final third of the season. There is still a lot of soccer ahead of us. Time to keep working, competing, and raising the standard!

Let’s go, Steelmen! 💙💛⚽

#SteelmenSoccer #JolietCentral #RaiseTheStandard #SteelmenPride #OneProgram

[Joliet Central Athletics @JolietCentralAD]

Steelmen Win!!!! Steelmen Football improves to 3-3 on the season after a 12-7 win tonight at Plainfield Central!

The team made huge plays down the stretch both on offense and on defense to seal the victory! Great job by all of our players and coaching staff.

GO STEELMEN!

[Joliet Central Boys Soccer @JCBoySoccer]

⚽️ STEELMEN vs. BOLINGBROOK RECAP ⚽️

A great night of rivalry soccer with competitive, quality performances on both sides! 👏🔥

🔵 Freshman: WIN 3–1 ✅
⚪️ JV: TIE 1–1 🤝
🔵 Varsity: WIN 1–0 ✅

⚽️ Goal: Rafael Garcia
🎯 Assist: Richard Medina

A complete team effort and a clean sheet for the Steelmen defense! 🧱🔒

UP NEXT — SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26
🏟️ Varsity vs. Oswego East
⏰ 10:00 AM
📍 Steelmen Stadium

Freshman & JV will be on the road competing in their respective tournaments.

Come out and support your Steelmen! 🔵⚪️
Let’s keep it rolling! 🙏👏⚽️

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⚽️ RESUMEN: STEELMEN vs. BOLINGBROOK ⚽️

¡Una gran noche de fútbol y rivalidad, con partidos competitivos y de mucha calidad! 👏🔥

🔵 Freshman: VICTORIA 3–1 ✅
⚪️ JV: EMPATE 1–1 🤝
🔵 Varsity: VICTORIA 1–0 ✅

⚽️ Gol: Rafael Garcia
🎯 Asistencia: Richard Medina

¡Un gran esfuerzo de todo el equipo y portería en cero para la defensa de los Steelmen! 🧱🔒

PRÓXIMO PARTIDO — SÁBADO 26 DE SEPTIEMBRE
🏟️ Varsity vs. Oswego East
⏰ 10:00 AM
📍 Steelmen Stadium

Freshman y JV estarán de visita compitiendo en sus respectivos torneos.

¡Vengan a apoyar a sus Steelmen! 🔵⚪️
¡A seguir adelante! 🙏👏⚽️

#SteelmenSoccer #JolietCentral #GoSteelmen #SteelmenPride

[Joliet Central Boys Soccer @JCBoySoccer]

STEELMEN SOCCER | MATCH RESULTS ⚽️

Joliet Central vs. Plainfield East

Freshman: Steelmen win 6–0 🔥
JV: 1–1 Draw
Varsity: Plainfield East 2–1 Joliet Central

A competitive matchup across all three levels. Varsity battled throughout the match, with the game ultimately decided by a corner kick in the final four minutes.

Proud of the effort, fight, and quality our Steelmen showed against a strong opponent. We continue to compete, learn, and improve.

Next up: Plainfield South on Thursday.

Back to work. Let’s go, Steelmen! 💙💛⚽

[Joliet Central Boys Soccer @JCBoySoccer]

STEELMEN SWEEP! 💙💛
Steelmen Boys Soccer completes another program sweep, this time against Yorkville! It was an intense night of soccer with great quality, energy, and competitiveness from both sides.
Varsity: Joliet Central 2–1 Yorkville
⚽⚽ Goals: David Vallejo (2)
🎯 Assists: Jayden Lopez & Miguel Guzman

Tonight was also a special night as we celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month with our Steelmen community. A special thank you to the Junior Class Committee, Steelmen Events Team, our families, students, alumni, and everyone who joined us in celebrating.

No matter where we come from, it is important to remember, respect, and celebrate our heritage and those who came before us. Our different cultures, traditions, and backgrounds are part of what makes Joliet Central and the Steelmen community so special.
Thank you for making tonight about more than soccer.
This is the community we love, represent, and are proud to be a part of. 💙💛🌎

NEXT MATCH: 🆚 Bolingbrook | 📍 Away
Let’s go, Steelmen! 💙💛⚽
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⚽ ¡BARRIDA DE LOS STEELMEN! 💙💛
¡El programa de fútbol varonil de los Steelmen consigue otra barrida, esta vez contra Yorkville! Fue una noche intensa de fútbol, con mucha calidad, energía y competitividad de ambos equipos.
Varsity: Joliet Central 2–1 Yorkville
⚽⚽ Goles: David Vallejo (2)
🎯 Asistencias: Jayden Lopez y Miguel Guzman

Esta noche también fue muy especial, ya que celebramos el Mes de la Herencia Hispana junto con nuestra comunidad Steelmen. Un agradecimiento especial al Comité de la Clase Junior, al Steelmen Events Team, a nuestras familias, estudiantes, exalumnos y a todos los que nos acompañaron en esta celebración.

No importa de dónde venimos, es importante recordar, respetar y celebrar nuestra herencia y a quienes vinieron antes que nosotros. Nuestras diferentes culturas, tradiciones y raíces son parte de lo que hace tan especial a Joliet Central y a nuestra comunidad Steelmen.

Gracias por hacer de esta noche algo más grande que el fútbol. Esta es la comunidad que amamos, representamos y de la que estamos orgullosos de formar parte. 💙💛🌎
PRÓXIMO PARTIDO: 🆚 Bolingbrook | 📍 Visitante
¡Vamos, Steelmen! 💙💛⚽
#SteelmenSoccer #JolietCentral #RaiseTheStandard #HispanicHeritageMonth #SteelmenPride

[Joliet Central Athletics @JolietCentralAD]

Varsity boys soccer wins 2-1 over Yorkville on Hispanic Heritage Night!

Great job by our boys to come back from a 1-0 deficit after the first half to get the win.

Thank you to Junior Class Committee for decorating the stands and to Mr. Grimes for entertaining the crowd with trivia and prizes during stoppages.

#GoSteelmen