The Mercer Island girls water polo team picked up a big victory 4-1 against defending state champions and arch rival Newport on Friday at Edgebrook pool in Bellevue.
The Islanders were led by Christina Weed, who scored twice and had an assist.
River Plate and Urawa Red Diamonds might be far from home, but the teams brought passion on and off the pitch at Lumen Field.
Orcas players, coaches and owners joined fans to celebrate the start of the third year of MLC.
Coach possesses leadership, passion and commitment, says AD.