The Upper Island Riptide U-14 Boys soccer team opened up their season with a 4-3 win over Juan de Fuca/Sooke on the afternoon of Sept. 7 at the Robron Oval. According to head coach Stephen Hall, the Riptide, “came out a little slow and it cost us two quick goals by the opposition…but we quickly recovered and finished the game strong.” Riptide scoring was by Joe Dirom (2), Fergus Hall, and Jacob Volkers.