Rochester defeats Washougal 22-14 in high school football season opener

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Last updated Sep 5, 2026

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Rochester opened its season with a 22-14 victory over Washougal on September 5. The Warriors secured the win by converting two fourth-down attempts in the final minutes, allowing them to exhaust the remaining time on the clock. Maddox Rodgers led the Rochester rushing attack with 194 yards and two touchdowns on 32 carries. Coach AJ Easley also credited the team's special teams unit, noting an onside kick recovered by Kaiser Tartios that helped shift field position. The Warriors finished the game with 314 total rushing yards on 61 carries. Rochester moves to 1-0 on the season and travels to face Bremerton on Friday, September 11.

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  • Rochester defeated Washougal 22-14 on September 5.
  • Maddox Rodgers rushed for 194 yards and two touchdowns.
  • The Warriors gained 314 total rushing yards on 61 carries.
  • Rochester converts two fourth downs late in the game to secure the win.
  • The Warriors play next at Bremerton on September 11.
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  • 6:20 PMYahoo SportsRochester runs out the clock in win over Washougal
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Sep. 5—Box Score At Rochester HS WARRIORS 22, PANTHERS 14 Washougal6 0 8 0 — 14 Rochester 6 8 8 0 — 22 Individual Stats Rushing: ROCH — Maddox Rodgers 32/194/2 TDs, Owen Simpkins 14/63 Passing: ROCH — Easton Singleton 3-4/TD Late against Washougal, Rochester coach AJ Easley had a tough decision to make. Two, actually. Up eight late in the fourth with possession deep in their own half of the ...

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