Reported by Karrington Kincaid, The Seattle Medium

In a hard-fought Washington Youth Football League semifinal showdown, the top-seeded Rise 10U team delivered an impressive 14-0 shutout victory over the No. 4 seed Benson Bruins, securing their place in next week’s 10U Division championship game.

Both teams entered the matchup with well-earned reputations for playing physical, disciplined football. What unfolded was a gritty contest that highlighted the importance of detail, discipline, and execution—especially on the defensive side of the ball. Rise came prepared, and it showed from the opening whistle to the final snap.

The opening quarter reflected the tension and stakes of a playoff semifinal. Both defenses came out firing, trading stops and making it difficult for either offense to

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