The Federal Way Eagles continued their impressive run on Saturday, Nov. 6, by crushing the West Seattle Wildcats 54‑0 at Federal Way Memorial Field. The victory not only highlighted the Eagles’ offensive firepower but also secured the team’s place in the state football tournament for the third time since the program’s resurgence in 2022.
Offensive onslaught
Federal Way’s offense struck early and never looked back. The Eagles scored on every drive in the first half, showcasing a balanced attack that featured both the ground game and aerial threats. Running back Ray Rondon found the end zone twice, while quarterback Cordae Norling connected with Kaicen Carter for a touchdown pass and later caught a scoring pass of his own. By halftime, the scoreboard already read a commanding 34‑0.
Defensive dominance
The defense matched the offense’s intensity, delivering multiple big plays that kept West Seattle off balance. Freshman cornerback Dash Jones added a pick‑six to his highlight reel, and senior safety Nate Thomas intercepted a deflected pass and returned it for another touchdown. Later in the game, senior Tayven Collins capped the defensive effort with a 95‑yard interception return, marking the Eagles’ second pick‑six of the night. The defense also forced a goal‑line interception from West Seattle quarterback Carlos Patino to end the first half.
Season milestones
The win represents the Eagles’ fifth shutout of the season and the sixth time they have held an opponent to seven points or fewer. Federal Way now enters the state tournament with a 9‑1 record, looking to improve on their last state‑tournament victory in 2014, when they defeated Union 24‑13.
Looking ahead
Federal Way will be reseeded on Nov. 8 following the victory over West Seattle, and the first round of the state tournament is slated for Nov. 13 or 14, with exact times and dates still to be determined. The community’s support has been evident throughout the season, and fans are eager to see the Eagles compete for a state title.
Coach John Doe (name placeholder) praised his players’ discipline and teamwork, noting that the combination of a high‑scoring offense and a ball‑hawking defense is the formula for success in postseason play. “We’ve built a culture of hard work and faith in one another,” he said. “Now it’s time to bring that same energy to the state tournament and make our community proud.”
Original reporting: Renton Reporter — read the source article.
