Southridge Secures Mid-Columbia Conference Football Championship Title
The Southridge Suns defeated Kennewick 21-16 to end an 18-year title drought.
Updated on Oct. 30, 2026 in Football
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Southridge secured the Mid-Columbia Conference Class 3A football championship by defeating Kennewick 21-16 on October 29, 2026. The victory concludes an 18-year wait for a league title for the Southridge program.
Why it matters
The win marks a significant turnaround for Southridge, which finished its regular season with a strong 8-1 overall record and an undefeated 7-0 conference standing. This championship victory positions the team favorably for the upcoming state postseason bracket.
Tayton Jackman led the offense with 187 rushing yards on 15 carries, including an 88-yard touchdown run. Southridge outgained Kennewick 368 to 296 in total offensive yardage.
The players
Tayton Jackman
He is a key running back for Southridge who recorded 187 rushing yards during the championship game.
Jacob Korotkov
He is a player for Southridge who scored a 5-yard rushing touchdown during the third quarter.
Bradley Parker
He is the quarterback for Kennewick who connected on a 98-yard touchdown pass.
Jorge Martinez
He is a receiver for Kennewick who caught a 98-yard touchdown pass from Bradley Parker.
Daniel Negrete
He is the placekicker for Kennewick who successfully converted a 36-yard field goal.
The details
Tayton Jackman broke away for an 88-yard touchdown run with 2:40 remaining to seal the game. Earlier, Jacob Korotkov contributed a 5-yard rushing touchdown while Southridge's defense forced a critical late-game fumble by Jayden Chia and stopped Kennewick's final drive.
Timeline
2008 marked the last time the Southridge football program won the MCC title.
September 2026 saw Southridge begin its season with a win over Cheney.
September 11, 2026, was the date of Southridge's only regular-season loss against Eastmont.
October 29, 2026, was the date of the championship game victory over Kennewick.
November 6-7, 2026, are the scheduled dates for the WIAA Class 3A playoff games.
Season Trajectory
This win cements Southridge's standing within the WIAA Class 3A football postseason structure as they head into state playoffs. The championship victory shifts the team from league competition into the broader state-level bracket scheduled for early November.
Southridge enters the state playoffs with an 8-1 regular season record and a top-five state RPI ranking. Fans and observers should look for the official playoff bracket release to determine the team's next opponent in the tournament.
The takeaway
The Southridge program demonstrated significant growth by overcoming an 18-year title drought through consistent performance throughout the 2026 season. Readers interested in high school sports can track playoff brackets to see if this momentum carries into the state tournament.
What happens next
Southridge is set to participate in the WIAA Class 3A postseason playoffs scheduled for November 6-7, 2026.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Tri-City Herald.
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