Local Boys Soccer Teams Struggle Against League Opponents
April 22, 2026
By:
David Birdsell
Riverside junior Mads Willhelm advances the ball upfield against Colville on April 14 at Riverside High School. Photo courtesy Calvin Wild.
Both the Deer Park and Riverside boys soccer teams returned to action after spring break with a pair of league matches.
The Stags welcomed Clarkston on April 14. The visiting Bantams scored three times in the first five minutes on their way to a 9-0 victory. Riverside made the short trip up Highway 2 for a matchup with Northwest Christian, which was won by the Crusaders 8-1. No details were available at press time.
Two days later, West Valley visited Deer Park. The score was tied at a goal each after Wyatt Johnson scored on an assist from Parker Russell in the 38th minute. The visiting Eagles went on to score three in the second half to win 4-1. Riverside entertained Colville, with the visiting Crimson Hawks prevailing 7-1. Liam Leech scored for the Rams in the 77th minute.
The Stags played North Central on Tuesday, April 21; details were not available at press time. The team is scheduled to travel to East Valley on April 23 at 4 p.m.
The Rams played Lakeside on Tuesday; no details were available. They are scheduled to face Medical Lake on April 23 at 4 p.m.