The Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) posted the 2026 state tournament brackets on November 8, giving families and fans a clear view of the upcoming girls soccer battles. Four classifications feature Renton-area teams, offering a chance for local athletes to showcase their talent on the state stage.

2A – Lindbergh Eagles vs. Bainbridge Spartans (Nov. 10)

At 7 p.m. on November 10, the No. 15 Lindbergh Eagles (12‑5) will travel to Bainbridge High School to face the No. 2 Spartans (16‑0‑3). This marks Lindbergh’s first state tournament appearance in eight years, ending a drought that began after their 2015 run. The Eagles earned their ticket by defeating Cedarcrest 2‑1 on penalties on Nov. 5, the 11th time in school history they have reached state. While the program has hovered in the middle of the pack for the past three seasons, the team finally broke through the barrier that had kept them from the state tournament, especially after recent district setbacks to Nathan Hale.

3A – Bishop Blanchet Bears vs. Liberty Patriots (Nov. 13)

In Gig Harbor’s Roy Anderson Field at 7 p.m., the No. 12 Bishop Blanchet Bears (10‑5‑2) will meet the No. 5 Liberty Patriots (16‑1‑1). Liberty, another Renton‑based program, entered the tournament as a top‑five seed after a strong finish to the season. The Patriots narrowly missed a state title last year and are eager to rewrite that story. Their momentum grew after a decisive win over Bellevue in the KingCo tournament—a team they had not beaten in ten meetings. Head coach Ryan Johnson, who guided Hazen to a state final in spring 2025, now brings a proven postseason pedigree to a young Liberty squad.

3A – White River Hornets vs. Eastside Catholic Crusaders (Nov. 13)

The No. 9 White River Hornets (17‑2‑1) travel to Union Stadium in Mead for a game against the No. 8 Eastside Catholic Crusaders (10‑3‑3). The exact kickoff time is still to be announced. White River’s season has been remarkable, finishing with 46 points—14 more than the next‑closest team. Their dominant regular‑season performance sets up a challenging path toward the No. 1 seed in the state tournament.

3A – Auburn Mountainview Lions vs. Silas Rams (Nov. 10)

At 7:30 p.m. on November 10, the No. 17 Auburn Mountainview Lions (11‑4‑4) will host the No. 16 Silas Rams (9‑3‑4) at Mount Tahoma High School. Both teams posted solid regular‑season records, highlighted by wins over Decatur and tough losses to Gig Harbor. Auburn Mountainview’s biggest victories came under coach Jen Barnes against Timberline and Bellarmine, securing their state berth. Although the Lions suffered a 7‑0 loss to Gig Harbor—their worst defeat since an 8‑1 loss to Decatur in October 2024—the program is on the cusp of a historic moment. It has been 13 years since Auburn Mountainview’s girls captured a state tournament win, the only victory in school history at this level.

3A – Mercer Island Islanders vs. Shorewood Stormrays/Ferndale Golden Eagles (Nov. 13)

The No. 3 Mercer Island Islanders will play at 5 p.m. on November 13 at Mercer Island High School. Their opponent will be either the No. 19 Shorewood Stormrays or the No. 14 Ferndale Golden Eagles, depending on the outcome of a prior game. Mercer Island entered the tournament as the KingCo champion, having defeated both Liberty and Bellevue en route to a No. 3 seed. The girls’ program is building on the school’s recent success on the boys’ side and aims to make its first state tournament appearance since 2018.

4A – Mount Si Wildcats vs. Lake Stevens Vikings (Nov. 10)

At 7 p.m. on November 10, the No. 3 Mount Si Wildcats (16‑2) will host the No. 14 Lake Stevens Vikings (11‑4‑2) at Mount Si High School. Mount Si, the 2025 state champions, enjoy a home‑field advantage as the new host of the state semifinals and finals. The Wildcats entered the season with a 13‑game winning streak that ended with a 3‑1 loss to Issaquah on Oct. 20, but they remain a top contender.

4A – Issaquah Eagles vs. Stadium Tigers (Nov. 10)

At 6 p.m., the No. 5 Issaquah Eagles (14‑2‑2) will face the No. 12 Stadium Tigers (13‑6) at Issaquah High School. The two teams met earlier in the season, with Issaquah winning 4‑0 on Sept. 1. Since Oct. 8, the Tigers have lost only once—a 3‑2 defeat to the No. 1 seed Sumner—while Issaquah boasts a notable 3‑1 victory over Mount Si.

4A – Skyline Spartans vs. Curtis Vikings (Nov. 11)

The No. 4 Skyline Spartans (13‑4‑1) will travel to Curtis High School for a 6 p.m. showdown against the No. 13 Curtis Vikings (12‑2‑5) on Nov. 11. Skyline, the KingCo champion from Sammamish, has built a reputation as a well‑disciplined program. Recent wins over Issaquah and Mount Si have given the Spartans strong momentum heading into the state tournament.

These matchups underscore the depth of talent across Washington’s high school girls soccer landscape. Families, coaches, and community members are encouraged to support their local teams as they compete for state glory.

Original reporting: Renton Reporter — read the source article.