Undefeated Smithson Valley Wins 5A D1 Final Over Walnut Grove

Down to 10 players for nearly the entire second half after multiple yellow cards, Walnut Grove still pushed undefeated Smithson Valley to overtime in the 5A D1 state final. Goalkeeper Finley Pike kept the Wildcats alive with several crucial saves, and Haleigh Ivey's free kick struck the crossbar in a scoreless regulation.

Smithson Valley's Alondra Sanchez finally broke through in extra time, fighting through the defense to score the lone goal. The Rangers claimed the championship 1-0, completing a perfect season.