Third-grader Lyra W. and fourth-grader London P., both representing the NTH Tophat 16 Academy Smyrna soccer team, helped lead their squad all the way to the finals of this weekend’s NASA Tophat Classic, one of the preeminent pre-season youth soccer tournaments in the Atlanta area.

Held across Cobb County—featuring venues in Marietta, Kennesaw, Acworth, and Austell—the NASA Tophat Classic draws select and academy-level teams from U9 through U19 each August. This high-profile event serves as a key showcase for youth talent, combining top-tier competition with widespread community support.