Highlanders Seek Playoff Momentum at Sonoma Academy

Piedmont High's girls soccer team looks to continue its postseason run after opening with a 3-0 home win.

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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Piedmont High's girls soccer team has kicked off its North Coast Section Division 2 playoff run with a 3-0 home win over Acalanes, powered by two goals from Miranda Liu. The fifth-seeded Highlanders now travel to Sonoma Academy for a 7 p.m. second-round match on February 20, aiming to repeat past postseason success.

Why it matters

The Highlanders' playoff victory over Acalanes has given them momentum heading into the next round against Sonoma Academy. Piedmont High has a history of strong postseason performances, and this year's team will look to continue that tradition as they advance deeper into the tournament.

The details

In the first-round playoff match, Piedmont High's girls soccer team defeated Acalanes 3-0 at home. Miranda Liu scored two goals to lead the Highlanders to victory. Now, the fifth-seeded Piedmont squad will travel to face Sonoma Academy in the second round of the North Coast Section Division 2 playoffs.

  • Piedmont High's girls soccer team opened the playoffs with a 3-0 home win over Acalanes on February 18, 2026.
  • The Highlanders will play their second-round playoff match against Sonoma Academy on February 20, 2026 at 7 p.m.

The players

Piedmont High

The girls soccer team at Piedmont High School, which is the fifth seed in the North Coast Section Division 2 playoffs.

Miranda Liu

A player on the Piedmont High girls soccer team who scored two goals in the team's 3-0 first-round playoff win over Acalanes.

Sonoma Academy

The opponent that Piedmont High's girls soccer team will face in the second round of the North Coast Section Division 2 playoffs.

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What they’re saying

“Piedmont High's girls soccer team has kicked off its North Coast Section Division 2 playoff run with a 3-0 home win over Acalanes, powered by two goals from Miranda Liu.”

— Patch AM Team, Author (patch.com)

What’s next

The winner of the Piedmont High vs. Sonoma Academy second-round playoff match will advance to the next round of the North Coast Section Division 2 tournament.

The takeaway

Piedmont High's girls soccer team has built momentum heading into the second round of the playoffs after a convincing 3-0 victory in the opening round. The Highlanders will look to continue their strong postseason run as they face off against Sonoma Academy, with a chance to advance deeper into the tournament.