West Seattle Wildcats Defeated Roosevelt Rough Riders
The West Seattle High School football team rallied to earn a 32-17 victory at the Nino Cantu Southwest Athletic Complex.
Updated on Sept. 27, 2026 in Football
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The West Seattle High School Wildcats secured a 32-17 win over the Roosevelt High School Rough Riders. The victory moved West Seattle to a 2-2 record on the season.
Why it matters
The win marks a successful mid-season recovery for the Wildcats, who managed to overcome a double-digit deficit established by Roosevelt before the halftime break.
West Seattle overcame a 17-7 halftime deficit to win 32-17, moving the team to a 2-2 record. Roosevelt High School failed to score after the halftime intermission.
The players
West Seattle High School
This educational institution serves the West Seattle community and fields a high school football team currently holding a 2-2 record.
Roosevelt High School
This high school is the athletic competitor that faced West Seattle and currently holds a competitive football program.
Chief Sealth International High School
This local high school competes in football and is the upcoming opponent for West Seattle on October 2.
The details
After trailing by 10 points late in the first half, the West Seattle Wildcats limited Roosevelt to zero points for the remainder of the contest. The game was played at the Nino Cantu Southwest Athletic Complex.
Timeline
The football game occurred on September 25, 2026.
West Seattle plays Chief Sealth in the Huling Bowl on October 2, 2026.
Season Trajectory
This victory shifts momentum for West Seattle as the team moves to .500 for the season. The win sets a definitive tone for the Wildcats heading into the rivalry matchup known as the Huling Bowl.
The 32-17 victory provides the Wildcats with a 2-2 record as they head into their next game. The team will look to carry the defensive performance that held Roosevelt scoreless after halftime into the upcoming rivalry match.
The takeaway
Maintaining defensive consistency throughout the second half proved to be the decisive factor in this comeback win. Future opponents will likely focus on limiting the scoring droughts that cost Roosevelt their early lead.
What happens next
West Seattle High School is scheduled to play Chief Sealth International High School in the Huling Bowl on October 2, 2026, starting at 7 pm.
Further reading
For more on high school sports in the area, check out the Seattle Football section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by West Seattle Blog....
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