1/16/2026
The race for postseason positioning in the SPSL 4A Girls standings is tightening as the calendar turns toward late January, with clear frontrunners emerging in both the North and South divisions.
Sumner continues to set the pace in the SPSL North, remaining undefeated, while Olympia holds the inside track in the SPSL South as several teams jockey for tournament positioning behind them.
Below is a look at the standings following recent action.
SPSL North Standings (Girls)
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Sumner Spartans — 11-0
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Rogers Rams — 9-2
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Puyallup Vikings — 7-4
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Emerald Ridge Jaguars — 6-5
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Curtis Vikings — 3-8
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South Kitsap Wolves — 2-9
SPSL South Standings (Girls)
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Olympia Bears — 8-3
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Spanaway Lake Sentinels — 7-4
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Bonney Lake Panthers — 7-4
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Bethel Bison — 5-6
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Graham-Kapowsin Eagles — 1-10
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Yelm Tornados — 0-11
SPSL North Outlook
Sumner has been the standard in the SPSL North, racing out to an unblemished 11-0 record and positioning itself as the clear favorite for the division’s top seed. The spotlight shifts to Wednesday, January 21, when Rogers visits Sumner in a matchup that could have major implications for seeding at the top of the bracket.
Behind the top two, Puyallup and Emerald Ridge remain firmly in the mix, with both teams fighting to secure a top-three finish and a guaranteed spot in the District Tournament.
SPSL South Outlook
Olympia currently sits atop the SPSL South, but the margin for error is slim. Spanaway Lake and Bonney Lake are tied just one game back, setting the stage for a pivotal stretch of games that will help determine the final seeding order.
Spanaway Lake travels to Olympia on Wednesday, January 21, in a matchup that could reshape the South race. Two nights later, Bonney Lake visits Olympia in another high-stakes contest with postseason implications.
Matchups to Watch
Wednesday, January 21 — Rogers @ Sumner (Game of the Week)
A showdown between the top two teams in the SPSL North. Rogers looks to hand Sumner its first loss of the season, while the Spartans aim to further solidify their grip on the No. 1 seed.
Wednesday, January 21 — Spanaway Lake @ Olympia
A critical South Division matchup. A Spanaway Lake win would tighten the race at the top, while Olympia can create separation with a victory on its home floor.
Friday, January 23 — Bonney Lake @ Olympia
The second of two key tests for Olympia in the same week. Bonney Lake looks to strengthen its postseason resume, while the Bears seek to defend their position atop the SPSL South.
SPSL 4A Girls Tournament Bracket
Top three seeds advance to the District Tournament.
February 5
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SPSL Semifinal: North #2 @ South #1
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SPSL Semifinal: South #2 @ North #1
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South #3 @ North #3 (Both teams advance to Districts)
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North #5 @ South #4 (Winner to Districts, loser eliminated)
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South #5 @ North #4 (Winner to Districts, loser eliminated)
February 7
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SPSL Championship Game — 6 p.m.
Tacoma Community College
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