SENIORS CELEBRATE WITH A SHUTOUT

Posted October 1, 2026

October 1, 2026

Written by Paul Dombrowski

RIVERSIDE: It was senior night for the MLK girls’ flag football team on Wednesday. Before the game, the seniors were honored as they walked onto the field with family and friends. After the seniors’ celebration, the Wolves beat San Jacinto HS 74-0.

Offensively, all four seniors had big nights for King. Kristen Mason had 10 catches for 132 yards and 4 TDs; Sofia Berdeja-Johnson had 86 yards and 2 touchdowns; Selah Bugingo had 32 total yards and a TD, and Natalia Williams added 5 catches and three extra points.

On defense, several seniors shined as well. Inaya Pearson led the team with six flag pulls and an interception. Layla Clabaugh had two flag pulls, an interception, and four passes defended. Bailey Mann added five flag pulls on the night. Junior Kam Tinielu had three interceptions in the game, and sophomore McKenzie Vargas picked off a pass for the third game in a row.
The Wolves’ dominant performance leads them into the league tournament next week. It was a special night to celebrate the seniors and thank them for all they brought to the program this season and throughout their time at King High School.