Weekend EPLWA Recap: Yakima United’s Offensive Explosion Highlights Sunday’s Action

June 8, 2025 (Sunday)
 Rat City FC vs. Yakima United FC
 In a wild shootout Sunday at the SOZO Sports Complex, Yakima United FC overwhelmed Rat City FC with a staggering 10-3 victory, driven by an explosive first half that saw Yakima bury eight goals and add two more in the second. Yakima’s dominant performance was led by Jose Botello, who delivered a standout showing with four goals, including a rapid-fire double in the final moments of the first half. Luis Haro added two goals, showcasing both finishing ability and playmaking, while Ethan Rojas contributed two second-half goals to seal the emphatic win. The scoring was rounded out by Johnny Ramirez, who netted one and assisted another, and Uriel Mendoza, who added a goal late in the first half to cap off Yakima’s dominant offensive display.

Vancouver Victory vs. Bellevue Athletic FC 2
 In a closely contested match at Bellevue College Soccer Field, Bellevue Athletic FC 2 edged out Vancouver Victory with a 3-2 victory. Both teams battled hard, trading goals in a tightly matched contest, but Bellevue managed to find the decisive edge to secure all three points on their home turf. The result highlighted Bellevue’s resilience and ability to close out tight games, while Vancouver was left to rue missed opportunities in a hard-fought encounter.

Bellevue built an early lead and held off a second-half comeback to defeat Vancouver Victory. The scoring opened when Keegan Chapko found the net off a pass from Nolan Todd. Bellevue quickly extended their lead with an unassisted strike by Tom Baillie, followed by a third goal just before halftime from Mason Radulski, assisted by Ethan Lu. Vancouver responded in the second half with goals from Sideris Kosaris — set up by Johnpaul Guzman — and a late tally from Musa Jatta, assisted by Ethan Hundt, but it wasn’t enough to complete the comeback as Bellevue held on for the win.

June 7, 2025 (Saturday)
 WE SURF SC vs. Rat City FC
 WE SURF SC dominated the match against Rat City FC, building a commanding lead with four goals in the first half and adding two more in the second to finish with a 6-1 victory. Rat City managed to score early in the first half through Ezequiel Recinos, but WE SURF SC quickly responded and took control. Caden Martin opened the scoring for WE SURF SC, while Alex Reyes was particularly impressive, contributing multiple goals throughout the game. Timothy Jones also added a goal in the second half, helping to seal the decisive win. Both teams matched their goal totals with shots, as WE SURF SC outshot Rat City significantly, reflecting their dominant performance on both ends of the field.

FC Olympia vs. Skagit Athletic FC
 Skagit Athletic FC secured their second win of the year with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over FC Olympia at Skagit Valley College. The match was tightly contested, with both teams battling for control throughout the first half, but it was Skagit who found the breakthrough in the second half. Riki Ishikawa scored the lone goal of the game, delivering a decisive strike that proved enough to clinch the win and boost Skagit’s standing as they continue their season.

Bellevue Athletic FC 2 vs. Yakima United FC
 Yakima United FC secured a strong 3-0 victory at the SOZO Sports Complex, showcasing a disciplined and effective performance. The team controlled the game from start to finish, maintaining pressure on their opponents and capitalizing on key opportunities to build a comfortable lead. Their solid defense kept a clean sheet, ensuring a convincing win.

Bellingham United FC vs. Vancouver Victory
 Bellingham United FC edged out a narrow 2-1 victory at the Harmony Sports Complex in a closely contested match. Both teams fought hard, but Bellingham managed to find the crucial goals needed to secure the win. Their solid teamwork and determination proved decisive, allowing them to hold off their opponents and claim the three points on the road.