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2026 Fall Season Playoff Update - 11/12/26
The cross country team capped its season with a strong showing at state, and the girls soccer team is gearing up to travel to Seton Catholic for a state tournament quarterfinals matchup this weekend. Catch up on both teams in the latest edition of the Blazers Fall Season Playoff Update.
November 12, 2026 Update:
Cross Country:
The Blazers capped a strong cross country season under sunny skies and in crisp fall air at the state championships in Pasco, Washington, this past weekend. Ryan E. ’27 led the Blazers in the girls race, finishing 22nd, followed by Ella M. ’29 in 55th and Isabelle O. ’27 in 122nd. Ryan came up just shy of winning a second cross country state medal, capping a high school cross country career that included four straight trips to state and a podium finish in 2025-26. She’s made her mark as one of the program’s top runners in recent years, and she’s still got track season ahead! In the boys race, Luke M. ’28 and Leo N. ’27 executed their race plans nearly to perfection. Luke took 11th, Leo finished 25th, and both crossed the finish line with big smiles. Big shoutout to Kayla Dawson ’08, James Stadler and the entire coaching staff for the training, encouragement and support they gave the Blazers all season long.
Girls Soccer:
The girls soccer team earned a convincing 4-1 win over the Tenino Beavers in the first round of the state tournament, setting up a quarterfinal rematch with Seton Catholic.
The Blazers controlled possession throughout the match, but the Beavers struck first. It was the wake-up call the Blazers needed. Mari T. ’29 scored twice, and Anna K. ’27 and Sawyer F. ’28 added a goal apiece.
Saturday's quarterfinals matchup will look familiar. Two years ago, the seventh-seeded Blazers traveled to face second-seeded Seton Catholic in the state quarterfinals and fell 1-0. Both teams enter this year’s rematch with the same seeds. Several players on this year’s roster played in that match, and they’re eager for another shot. They’ll bring that playoff experience and two more years of growth into Saturday’s quarterfinal. It’s time for a road trip! Come out to Seton Catholic this Saturday and cheer on the Blazers:
- Girls Soccer State Championships - Quarterfinals: Saturday, November 14 - 2:00 p.m. at Seton Catholic
- Use this link to pre-purchase tickets
- View the full state tournament bracket here
Girls Soccer:
The Girls Varsity Soccer team knows how to keep its fans on their toes. After a dominant 5-0 victory over the South Whidbey Falcons last Friday, the Blazers advanced to the final round of the consolation bracket to face the rival Overlake Owls on Tuesday. A large crowd of Blazers fans turned out for a showdown with a trip to state on the line.
The Blazers wasted little time taking control. Two goals from Makenna K. '27 gave them a 2-0 halftime lead, a reminder of why they have spent several consecutive weeks in the top five of the state’s RPI rankings. Then came the suspense. The Owls cut the lead to 2-1, forcing the Blazers to regroup. With just a few minutes remaining, Makenna kept her composure in a hard-fought one-on-one battle and found Flora T. '27, who buried the finish to restore the two-goal cushion. But the Owls weren't done. Overlake scored again with seconds remaining to make it 3-2, but the Blazers held their shape and ran out the clock to punch their ticket to state.
Behind the goals were crucial defensive efforts across the backline and midfield, highlighted by key shutdown performances from Anna K. '27, Olive G. '29, and Elia K. '29.
Up next: The Blazers await their placement in the state tournament bracket. Their impressive resume includes wins over top non-league opponents and a top-three finish in arguably the state’s most competitive 1A girls soccer league. They’re confident that body of work will earn them a favorable seed. Whether they open at home or head on the road, one thing is certain: these Blazers will keep their fans on their toes.
- To view the state tournament bracket, click here
The Blazers Varsity Cross Country team took on a challenging Districts course last Saturday and came away with five individual berths to State. Two loops through wooded trails included two trips up a steep hill, testing runners from start to finish. The Blazers met the challenge with smart racing and strong closing efforts.
In the girls race, Ryan E. '27 stayed with the lead pack through a late surge to finish fifth. Ella M. '29 attacked the final climb to take 12th, and Isabelle O. '27 powered through the last mile to finish 16th. All three are headed to State.
Luke M. '28 led the boys with one of his best races of the season, holding strong through the final push to finish seventh and qualify for State. Leo N. '27 also secured a State berth, passing one more competitor in the final 100 meters with a big smile on his face.
Up next: The Blazers head to Pasco for the State Cross Country Championships this weekend. Ryan will chase a second consecutive medal, while her fellow Blazer state qualifiers look to rise to the challenge and earn their first podium finishes.
- State Cross Country Championships: Saturday, November 7 at the Sun Willows Golf Course in Pasco, WA
- Girls at 10:00 a.m. and Boys at 12:00 p.m.
- Follow the live results here
October 26, 2026 Update:
The Blazers Boys Varsity Golf team earned its third consecutive conference championship last Tuesday at the Emerald Sound Conference Tournament at Riverbend Golf Course. Sophomore Aydin M. led the team with an outstanding 4-under-par performance, earning Tournament MVP honors. Last year’s tournament champion and MVP, Justin C. ’28, finished second at even par, while Neil N. ’28 placed fourth with a 77. On a beautiful fall day, the Blazers also saw strong finishes from Parker S. ’28, who tied for ninth, and Lang R. ’28 and Jonathan H. ’28, who both tied for 13th. The conference’s allocations for the spring state tournament won’t be announced until March. The Blazers’ top three finishers can count on advancing, while their fourth through sixth finishers will await confirmation this spring. In the meantime, the team can celebrate another conference title and look ahead to defending last school year’s historic state championship.
Girls Volleyball:
The Girls Varsity Volleyball team may not have gotten the results it hoped for to wrap up its season, but there's plenty to be proud of. Living up to their reputation as a scrappy, all-heart squad, the Blazers battled in their last matches of the season. Last Friday's regular-season finale against Eastside Prep was also a special occasion as the Blazers celebrated Senior Night, honoring Lulu S., Riley C., Masha K., Elise S., Gretchen S., and Liora J. The emotional celebration, shared by teammates and fans alike, spoke volumes about the lasting impact this group has made on the program - not just through their contributions on the court, but, perhaps more importantly, through the team culture they've helped build. First-year Head Coach Malina Baker found just the right words to recognize the seniors, celebrate the team's accomplishments, and set the tone for future seasons.
Boys Ultimate:
The Blazers boys ultimate season came to a close Tuesday with a close 9-11 loss to the Overlake Owls in the No. 4 vs. No. 3 play-in game. After falling behind early, the Blazers mounted an impressive comeback, nearly closing the gap before ultimately falling short. Despite the loss, the team wrapped up a competitive and fun season thanks to the efforts of its coaches. A highlight was the team’s overnight trip, featuring non-league games against Bellingham High School and Lakeside. Positive feedback from players and coaches could make overnight trips a regular addition to future seasons.
Boys Tennis
The Boys Tennis Program wrapped up a successful season under new head coach Brad Delahunty, who struck a great balance between building on the traditions and routines established by former head coach Cara Holloway (who remained on staff as an assistant coach) and introducing fresh ideas and strategies of his own. Six Blazers represented Bush at last weekend’s Emerald Sound Conference Championship Tournament, where summer-like weather set the stage for a full day of competitive tennis. All six battled hard to keep their postseason hopes alive, with seniors Sam F. and Finn C. leading the charge. Entering the tournament as the No. 3-seeded doubles team, the duo advanced to the second day of competition before falling to a tough Overlake pair in the consolation bracket. The loss brought their impressive tournament run to an end, just one victory shy of securing a spot at State.
- To view the tournament brackets click here
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