Young Riverhawks Aim High Despite Early Losses | Yakima News

Yakima News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 18, 2026 · 1m

The Chiawana Riverhawks girls soccer team, young but loaded with playoff pedigree, are using early-season losses to Mead and Mt Spokane as fuel—not setbacks. With just two seniors anchoring the lineup and three key players gone from last year, juniors and underclassmen are stepping up big time. Despite the youth, this squad boasts experience from past state playoff runs and a top seed finish last season. Currently 3-2, they’re laser-focused on winning their conference, claiming the district title, and making a deep run at states—knowing every tough game now is building blocks for championship…