Pocatello Girls Soccer Wins State Championship
The team secured the state title after a dramatic double overtime victory against Twin Falls.
Updated on Oct. 27, 2026 in Soccer
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Pocatello claimed the state championship in October 2026 after defeating Twin Falls in a double overtime thriller. The winning goal was scored by Aryanna Gonzalez with only eight seconds remaining on the clock.
Why it matters
The victory marks the culmination of the high school soccer season for the team seniors. The team secured their path to the title following a series of high-stakes tournament matches, including a narrow penalty-kick win over Idaho Falls.
Aryanna Gonzalez secured the win in the final seconds of double overtime, while earlier in the tournament, Brinlee Pool scored on a free kick from 31 yards out.
The players
Aryanna Gonzalez
She is a student-athlete who scored the winning goal in the state championship game.
Cameron Tatom
She provided the assist for the championship-winning goal during double overtime.
Brinlee Pool
She scored a 31-yard goal during the state tournament game against Hillcrest.
The details
Aryanna Gonzalez netted the decisive goal after receiving a pass from teammate Cameron Tatom. This championship win followed an overtime victory against Hillcrest, which featured a long-range goal from Brinlee Pool.
Timeline
The state championship tournament took place in October 2026.
Season Trajectory
The team's journey through the state tournament reflects the high-pressure competitive environment of Idaho high school soccer. This championship victory marks the definitive conclusion of the current season for the program.
The late-game heroics by Gonzalez and Tatom clinched the state title in the final seconds of play. This outcome concludes the high school careers for the senior players on the roster.
The takeaway
The team success highlights the value of persistence through double overtime and penalty-kick situations. Maintaining focus in the final moments of a match remains the most critical factor for securing tournament victories.
Further reading
For more information on the local athletic landscape, visit the Soccer section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by LocalNews8.
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