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Vivian Mata’utia Brings A Balance Of Toughness And Compassion To Tac City

Vivian Mata'utia began coaching Tac City Bolts youth football to support her grandson, eventually becoming defensive coordinator for the 8U team. She blends discipline with compassion, emphasizing positive role models, academics through study hall, and personal growth, hoping to help young athletes become respectful, humble young men both on and off the field.

Renton Rangers 8U Build Success Around Brotherhood, Teamwork And Effort

The Renton Rangers 8U “Boom Squad” has built back-to-back championships on brotherhood, not just talent. Head coach Darryl “Red” Gant credits the team’s tight-knit chemistry, shared roles, and strong leadership for their success, while emphasizing life lessons like hard work, respect, and responsibility beyond the football field.

O’Dea’s J’Shaun Wilson Pursues Excellence Both On And Off The Field

O'Dea High School running back J'Shaun Wilson has loved football since childhood, a passion nurtured through family support and relentless self-driven work ethic. Now a team captain coming off a state championship, Wilson balances athletic excellence with academics and leadership, hoping to be remembered as much for his character as his performance on the field.

Week Four Washington Youth Football League Scores & Highlights

Week Four WYFL action featured standout performances across all age divisions, including Renton 8U BoomSquad's defensive-driven 12-0 win over HEIR, avenging last year's state title loss, and HEIR YK 11U's dominant 34-0 shutout of RISE behind explosive offense from Sears, Bartlett, Johnson and Walker. Full scores from 6U through 14U included.

Benson 10U Pulls Away From Benson 9U For 27-12 Victory

Benson's 10U Rebel Boyz overcame a scoreless first half to defeat their 9U Kutthroat Boyz counterparts 27-12 in The Seattle Medium's Youth Football Game of the Week. Johzais Failautusi rushed for 119 yards and three second-half touchdowns, while Khalil Ladd countered with 141 all-purpose yards as the Rebel Boyz improved to 4-0.