NCS Soccer Playoffs 2026: Championship Matches Set for Saturday

The NCS soccer playoffs are heating up as teams prepare for the championship matches this Saturday. Following a series of intense semifinals, the final showdowns are set for both boys and girls divisions across various classifications.

Boys Soccer Championship Matches

The Open Division championship will feature a highly anticipated match between No. 2 Monte Vista (15-2-3) and undefeated No. 1 Clayton Valley Charter (18-0-1). This decisive game is scheduled for 19:00 on Saturday, promising an exciting clash between two top teams.

In the Division I finals, No. 2 San Ramon Valley (17-4-5) will challenge No. 1 Berkeley (20-2-2) after both teams delivered strong performances in the semifinals. San Ramon Valley secured a dominant 5-0 victory over No. 6 Analy, while Berkeley triumphed over No. 4 Albany with a score of 2-0. This championship match will also take place at 19:00 on Saturday.

Division II will see No. 2 Richmond (11-4-7) face off against No. 1 University-San Francisco (20-4) at Paul Goode Field. Richmond advanced with a 3-1 win over No. 3 Granada, while University-San Francisco edged out No. 5 Castro Valley with a close 2-1 victory.

In Division III, the championship will feature No. 9 Pittsburg (9-7-8), who won in penalties against No. 4 Redwood, going up against No. 7 Bishop O’Dowd (10-6-6) after their 3-2 semifinal victory against No. 6 Liberty. This match is set for 12:00 on Saturday.

Lastly, Division IV will have No. 1 Petaluma (10-6-6) competing against No. 2 Branson (9-6-3). Petaluma advanced with a convincing 3-0 win over No. 5 Tennyson, while Branson defeated No. 3 Piner 2-0 in their semifinal match. This game will kick off at 17:00.

Girls Soccer Championship Matches

The girls’ Open Division championship will showcase No. 2 Carondelet (15-2-3) as they take on the formidable No. 1 Bishop O’Dowd (15-0). This match is slated for 14:00 on Saturday and promises to be a thrilling contest, with Bishop O’Dowd looking to maintain their perfect record.

In Division I, No. 3 San Ramon Valley (12-3-2) will challenge No. 1 Las Lomas (18-2-1) after San Ramon Valley’s narrow victory over No. 2 Ukiah, winning 2-1. Las Lomas progressed following a 1-0 overtime win against No. 12 Liberty.

Division II will see No. 6 University-San Francisco (14-7-2) take on No. 4 Sonoma Academy (14-4-2) after both teams secured semifinal victories. University-San Francisco won against No. 2 Marin Academy in a penalty shootout, while Sonoma Academy defeated No. 1 Branson 1-0.

In Division III, No. 2 Analy (9-9-1) will face No. 1 Marin Catholic (8-7-5) following their semifinal wins. Analy defeated No. 6 Livermore 2-0, while Marin Catholic cruised to a 4-0 victory over No. 4 Alhambra. This championship match is scheduled for 19:00 on Saturday.

Lastly, Division IV will feature No. 4 Benicia (9-9-1) against No. 2 Terra Linda (9-8-5) after Benicia’s impressive 3-1 win against No. 1 El Cerrito.

As the excitement builds for these championship games, fans and players alike are eager to witness who will claim victory and secure their places in the history of NCS soccer. With high stakes and talented teams on the pitch, Saturday’s matches promise to be memorable.