The West Valley (Spokane, WA) varsity soccer team will face Columbia River (Vancouver, WA) in a neutral playoff match today at 4:45 PM as part of the 2024 WIAA 2A State Playoffs. This game is part of the “2024 WIAA Girls Soccer State Championships – 2A” tournament.

West Valley vs Columbia River Game Info:

What: Washington High School Girls Soccer Playoffs
Who: West Valley vs Columbia River
When: Friday, November 22, 2024
Time:   4:45 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 WIAA Girls Soccer State Championships – 2A
Watch here:Watch here

Game preview: West Valley vs Columbia River

As the 2024-2025 season progresses, the spotlight falls on two powerhouse teams in Washington high school sports—Columbia River and West Valley. Both have delivered exceptional performances, with unbeaten streaks and stellar stats propelling them to the top of their districts. Here’s a breakdown of their impressive journeys and a closer look at what makes each team stand out.

Columbia River (24-25) Season Overview

• Record: 19-2 (Overall), 14-2 (League)
• Win Percentage: .905
• Goals For (GF): 85
• Goals Against (GA): 6
• District Percentage: .875

Columbia River has shown dominance on the field this season with an outstanding overall record of 19-2. The team has excelled both at home and away, posting strong results in the league (14-2) and maintaining a near-perfect win rate of .905. Notably, Columbia River’s defense has been a rock, conceding only 6 goals all season, a testament to their exceptional defensive prowess.

West Valley (24-25) Season Overview

• Record: 20-0-1 (Overall), 14-0 (League)
• Win Percentage: .976
• Goals For (GF): 139
• Goals Against (GA): 7
• District Percentage: 1.000

West Valley enters the season as a juggernaut, finishing undefeated in both their league and overall matches (20-0-1). The team has been an offensive machine, scoring an impressive 139 goals, and their defense has been equally formidable, with only 7 goals conceded. The team’s perfect district performance (14-0) further highlights their dominance, leaving little room for opponents to challenge their position as a top-tier team.

Offensive Firepower: Scoring Averages

The contrast in offensive strategies between the two teams is clear. Columbia River averages 1.5 goals in the first half and 4.0 in the second, showing that their ability to adjust and capitalize on opportunities later in the game is a key factor in their success. In contrast, West Valley has been relentless throughout, averaging 3.6 goals in the first half and 6.6 in the second, emphasizing their aggressive style of play and ability to overwhelm opponents with consistent pressure.

Key Players and Stats

• Columbia River:
  • Top Scorer: Lauren Matthew with 25 goals
  • Top Playmaker: Jenna Howe with 15 assists
  • Goalkeeper: Karlee Roderick, who has an impressive goals-against average of 0.000—truly an outstanding feat, suggesting a nearly impenetrable defense.
• West Valley:
  • Top Scorer: With a team total of 134 goals, their offensive leaders have been vital to their undefeated streak.
  • Top Playmaker: The team has also had 105 assists, reflecting strong teamwork.
  • Goalkeeper: Though West Valley has allowed a few more goals, their defense has still been stellar, maintaining a goals-against average of 1.807.

Record Breakdown

• Head-to-Head: Neither team has faced each other yet this season, leaving their potential matchup as one of the most anticipated games of the year.
• Home and Away: Columbia River has performed excellently at home with a 12-1 record, while West Valley boasts a perfect 11-0 away record. Both teams have proven they can handle the pressure of playing on the road, making their next meeting all the more intriguing.
• Playoff Potential: Columbia River has a strong playoff record of 2-0, while West Valley is undefeated in playoff scenarios (5-0), showcasing their ability to handle the postseason spotlight.

Conclusion

The 2024-2025 season has seen Columbia River and West Valley emerge as the top teams in their districts, with stellar records and statistics to back up their dominance. Columbia River has been a force defensively, with Karlee Roderick’s incredible performance between the posts, while West Valley’s offensive and all-around brilliance has led them to an undefeated record.

With both teams set for an exciting playoff run, it’s clear that any showdown between these two will be a must-watch, with their contrasting styles of play and the possibility of a high-stakes matchup looming on the horizon.