Soldotna won the 14th state title in school history with a 49-28 victory over Lathrop in the Division II state final at Pride Field at Colony High School in Palmer.
Jeff Helminiak is a journalist based in Kenai, Alaska, and writes for the Peninsula Clarion. His articles cover a range of local sports events, including basketball, hockey, and skiing. Jeff's work has also been featured in other publications such as the Homer News, Juneau Empire, Mat-Su Valley Frontiersman, Kodiak Daily Mirror, and GARRETT W JONES.