Duluth East Soccer Teams Advance to Section Finals
Both the boys and girls programs secured victories in Duluth to set up championship matches against Blaine.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Soccer
The top-seeded Duluth East girls soccer team defeated Andover 7-0 in the section semifinals, while the boys team claimed a 3-2 overtime win against Coon Rapids. Both squads now head to the sectional championship games.
Why it matters
Winning the section semifinals represents the final hurdle for teams looking to secure a spot in the upcoming state tournament. Success in these high-stakes matches dictates which programs continue their season into the next level of competition.
The top-seeded Duluth East girls team dominated with a 7-0 shutout, while the boys squad secured a narrow 3-2 overtime victory. Both teams are now prepared to compete for the 7AAA sectional title.
The players
Duluth East
This local high school athletic program fields competitive soccer teams that participate in the 7AAA section.
Andover
This educational institution maintains a varsity soccer program that competed as the fourth seed in the recent semifinals.
Lily Kuettel
She is a key player for the Duluth East girls soccer team who contributed significantly to the semifinal win.
Darby Friday
She is an active member of the Duluth East girls soccer team who scored a goal during the semifinal match.
Blaine
This school functions as the next opponent for both Duluth East soccer teams in the upcoming sectional championship.
The details
Lily Kuettel anchored the offensive performance for the girls team by scoring the fourth goal and providing an assist on a header that set up a goal by Darby Friday. The boys team managed to overcome their opponent during a high-pressure overtime period to clinch their place in the final.
Timeline
The girls and boys sectional championship games against Blaine are scheduled for Wednesday, October 21, 2026.
Season Trajectory
These victories finalize the participants for the 7AAA sectional championship games, which serve as the qualifying round for the state tournament. Advancing to this stage keeps the season alive for both programs as they prepare to face Blaine on Wednesday.
Both Duluth East programs have successfully secured a spot in the 7AAA title games. Fans should anticipate these championship matchups against Blaine to take place this coming Wednesday.
The takeaway
The recent wins showcase the high level of competition within the 7AAA section as teams fight for championship berths. Athletes and supporters can now focus their attention on the final decisive games scheduled for midweek.
What happens next
The girls and boys soccer teams will play in their respective 7AAA sectional championship games against Blaine on Wednesday, October 21, 2026.
Further reading
For more information on local athletics, visit the Duluth Soccer section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Northernnewsnow.
