Championship Weekend in Tukwila
The Methow Valley Youth Soccer 13U team entered the Tukwila Cup with a clear mission: to turn early dominance into a trophy, and they did just that. After a 4‑1 victory over Emerald City FC, where Dylan Sands, Dylan Huxley and Wiley Carr found the net, the side posted an 8‑0 shutout against Dragons FC. In that match Dylan Sands delivered a hat trick and added two assists, while Leo Pacheco contributed two goals and set up Aiden Lewis for another.
The championship match pitted the 13U side against Bellingham’s Chuckanut Tide. Marseil Kelley opened the scoring for Methow Valley, and Levi Covell and Leo Pacheco added their names to the sheet before the final whistle. The 4‑1 win capped a tournament in which the team registered four wins and a draw, finishing unbeaten and showcasing a depth of talent that left head coach Kevin Kolman visibly pleased.
While the 13U side celebrated, the 11U group fought its way to second place in its division. A 2‑1 win over Cascade Premier, sparked by a brace from Felix Anderson, set the tone, and a 4‑0 triumph over Seattle Celtic Silver, featuring a pair of goals from Jameson Johnston, sealed the runner‑up finish. The 11U team finished the tournament with a 3‑1 record and saw eleven athletes travel with the squad.
Beyond the scores, the weekend highlighted individual breakthroughs. Leo Pacheco’s two‑goal performance in the championship match and his earlier two‑goal, one‑assist outing against Dragons FC underscored his rising influence. Dylan Sands’ all‑around contribution — three goals and two assists in a single game — illustrated why he is regarded as a midfield engine. Coach Kevin Kolman’s satisfaction was echoed by parents and teammates, who noted the squad’s cohesion and the emergence of new leaders.
The program’s logistics also reflected its growing reach. Sixteen players comprised the 13U roster, while eleven athletes traveled with the 11U group, underscoring the club’s expanding base in the Methow Valley. With the Tukwila Cup now in the rearview, the teams look ahead to the next season, carrying the momentum of a weekend that blended competitive fire with community pride.