The Highline High School Pirates faced a challenging home non-noference game on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024, falling to the Mercer Island Islanders 51-6 in a matchup at Highline Memorial Stadium that tested the team’s defense, spirit and depth.
Sadly, this was a “loser out” game, with Highline the victim of a rough first year in the NPSL 3A league, ending in last place in this tougher division with a 2-7 overall record.
Despite a valiant effort, the Pirates were unable to contain Mercer Island’s offense, let alone produce much of their own throughout the game.
Ultimately, Highline’s efforts weren’t enough to overcome Mercer Island’s scoring, with the game ending in a decisive 51-6 victory for the Islanders.
With this loss, the Pirates will aim to regroup and refocus as they prepare for next season, continuing to develop their younger players and adjust their defensive strategies.
Here’s a look back at their 2024 season:
| DATE/TIME | OPPONENT | LOCATION | RESULT |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday, Sept. 6, 7 p.m. | Mount Rainier (Non-Conference) | Home – Highline Memorial Stadium | Won 42-27 |
| Saturday, Sept. 14, 1 p.m. | Kennedy Catholic (Non-Conference) | Away – Highline Memorial Stadium | Lost to Kennedy via forfeit |
| Friday, Sept. 20, 7 p.m. | Interlake (Non-Conference) | Away – Interlake HS | Lost to Interlake 35-28 |
| Friday, Sept. 27, 7 p.m. | Issaquah (Conference) | Away – Issaquah HS | Lost to Issaquah 27-21 |
| Thursday, Oct. 3, 6 p.m. | North Creek (Conference) | Home – Highline Memorial Stadium | Lost to North Creek 55-33 |
| Friday, Oct. 11, 7 p.m. | Lake Washington (Conference) | Home – Highline Memorial Stadium | Won 13-7 |
| Friday, Oct. 18, 7 p.m. | Juanita (Conference) | Away – Juanita HS | Lost to Juanita 35-28 |
| Friday, Oct. 25, 7 p.m. | Liberty (Renton) (Conference) | Home – Highline Memorial Stadium | Lost to Liberty 49-20 |
| Saturday, Nov. 2, 12 p.m. | Mercer Island (Non-Conference) | Home – Highline Memorial Stadium | Lost to Mercer Island 51-6 |
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