Lake Washington 26, Liberty 10
Lake Washington (1-5) forced five turnovers to upset the previously undefeated Liberty Patriots (5-1) by a score of 26-10 on Oct. 11.
The Kangaroos jumped out to a 7-0 lead in the first quarter with a 40-yard interception returned for a touchdown by wide receiver and defensive back Evan Liggett. The two teams traded field goals in the second quarter, before Lake Washington strong safety Calvin Campbell scored on a 39-yard interception return for a touchdown. Campbell made a number of key defensive plays, including two interceptions and a fumble recovery. The Kangaroos went for a two-point conversion, but were unsuccessful, giving them a 16-3 halftime lead.
In the third quarter, the Patriots pulled within six points after a 3-yard touchdown run to make it 16-10. Lake Washington pulled away in the fourth quarter thanks to a 31-yard field goal from Liam Sweeney and a 37-yard touchdown catch by Liggett to secure the 26-10 upset victory.
The Kangaroos will look to carry the momentum into their next game against Mercer Island (3-3) on Oct. 18.
Juanita 19, Mercer Island 8
The Rebels (1-5) won their first game of the season by beating the Islanders (3-3) on Oct. 11. Next on the schedule for Juanita is a road game against the Interlake Saints (1-5) on Oct. 18.