Ripon Indians advance to D-IV quarterfinals

Ripon ends streak of semifinal exits with 2-1 win over East Union

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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The Ripon Indians have advanced to the quarterfinals of the Sac-Joaquin Section Division IV playoffs after defeating the No. 13 seed East Union 2-1 at Stouffer Field. Ripon was aiming to end a streak of three consecutive semifinal exits.

Why it matters

This win is significant for the Ripon Indians, who have struggled to advance past the semifinals in recent years. The team is hoping to make a deeper run in the playoffs this season.

The details

In Friday's matchup, the Indians were able to hold off a challenge from the dangerous No. 13 seed East Union to secure the 2-1 victory at Stouffer Field.

  • The game took place on Friday, February 14, 2026.

The players

Ripon Indians

The high school sports team from Ripon, California that competes in the Sac-Joaquin Section Division IV playoffs.

East Union

The No. 13 seed high school sports team that faced off against Ripon in the Division IV playoff game.

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What’s next

The Ripon Indians will advance to the quarterfinals of the Sac-Joaquin Section Division IV playoffs.

The takeaway

Ripon's victory over East Union ends their recent streak of semifinal exits and gives them a chance to make a deeper run in the playoffs this season.