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Rio Linda Lady Knights Claim Golden Empire League Championship!

Rio Linda, CA (October 24, 2024) – The Rio Linda Lady Knights Flag Football team has clinched the Golden Empire League Championship, finishing the season with an impressive record of 10-2 in league play and 14-6 overall.

Under the guidance of first-year head coach Svetlana Stepanchuk, the Lady Knights have showcased exceptional skill, determination, and teamwork throughout the season. Their recent 7-game winning streak has solidified their position as a dominant force in the league.

Currently ranked #6 in Division 3, the Lady Knights enter the playoffs with momentum on their side. Their accomplishments are a testament to the hard work and dedication of the players and coaches.

Seeding will be finalized tomorrow (10/25). As of now, the Knights’ potential opponent could be Oakmont. The game will be played in Rio Linda at Marion Adams Memorial Stadium at 7 p.m. on October 29th.

The players are:

1AriyahAmaro
2ArrianaBradell
3LaRayMitchell
4DeboraAguirre
5IverceySt.Charles
6MariahWalton
7IreneZavala Navarro
11IsabellaHernandez
12SadieVang
13AngelisaGeorge
22IsabellaHeredia
25AngelaGarcia Cervantes
10KyrriMitchell

Let’s show our support for these incredible athletes and wish them luck as they compete in the playoffs. Go Lady Knights!

About the author

John Todd

Born and raised in Rio Linda, a graduate of Rio Linda High School, and a resident for most of the last 50 years. Co-Chair for the Rio Linda Elverta Neighborhood Association, announcer for Rio Linda Knights Football, Rio Linda Christmas Light Parade, and Rio Linda Little League Parade, Original keeper of the Archway Lights, and outspoken advocate for the Rio Linda Elverta community.

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