High School Football
Lynnwood High hires new football coach
Lynnwood High School has tapped an assistant to take over as the head coach of its football team.
Date: 05/29/2012 | High Schools
Oregon bans Native American mascots in schools
SALEM, Ore. -- Eight Oregon high schools will have to retire their Native American mascots after the Board of Education voted Thursday to prohibit them, giving the state some of the nation's toughest restrictions on Native American mascots, nicknames and logos.
Date: 05/18/2012 | Sports
Rod Bly was admired as a referee
For nearly three decades. Rod Bly was a fixture at Friday night football games around Snohomish County.And if he did his job right, as he usually did, no one knew he was there.
Date: 05/04/2012 | Sports
A dream fulfilled
Murphy football player took a different route to Stanford
Date: 04/30/2012 | High Schools
Archbishop Murphy athletes celebrate moving on
Wednesday was a big day for a number of senior athletes at Archbishop Murphy High School.
Date: 04/25/2012 | Prep Zone
East-West football rosters
The summer all-star game showcases a number of local players
Date: 04/24/2012 | Prep Zone
Schmidt takes job at Inglemoor
Former Archbishop Murphy football assistant coach Jeff Schmidt has accepted a similar position at Inglemoor High School.
Date: 04/18/2012 | Prep Zone
Local players to play in Earl Barden Classic
I was cleaning out my email recently and stumbled upon an email that I'd missed. So though it may be a little late here's some information on the Earl Barden Classic all-state football game and some local athletes tabbed to participate.
Date: 04/09/2012 | Prep Zone
Murphy hires new coach
Bill Marsh is third football coach in program's history
Date: 04/04/2012 | High Schools
Bill Marsh hired as new Archbishop Murphy football coach
Archbishop Murphy High School announced Wednesday that it has hired Bill Marsh as its next head football coach.
Date: 04/04/2012 | Prep Zone
Dave Ward interviews with Sedro-Woolley
Former Murphy coach was let go on March 8
Date: 03/30/2012 | Prep Zone
Shober headed to Stanford
Murphy LB will be a preferred walk-on with football team
Date: 03/30/2012 | Prep Zone
Don't miss 'The Undefeated'
Oscar-winning documentary will stir you
Date: 03/30/2012 | Entertainment
Ward out as Archbishop Murphy football coach
Archbishop Murphy High School announced Thursday that Dave Ward will not be back as the school's head football coach.
Date: 03/08/2012 | High Schools
Stanwood hires Trainor as football head coach
Stanwood has a new head football coach. About a month after Aaron Cupp stepped down to leave for Texas, Stanwood hired Doug Trainor as its new head football coach earlier this week, according to The Bellingham Herald.
Date: 03/01/2012 | Prep Zone
No helmets in summer?
Proposal would ban HS players from using helmets in summer
Date: 02/27/2012 | High Schools
Meadowdale's Davenport signs with Simon Fraser
Meadowdale's Tanner Davenport is taking his game to the next level.The Mavericks offensive lineman recently signed a National Letter of Intent to play football for Simon Fraser University in Vancouver, British Columbia.
Date: 02/24/2012 | Prep Zone
Four Vikings sail on
Young, Nelson, Pahukoa, Gasca all sign with Central Washington
Date: 02/01/2012 | High Schools
Russell signs
Mariner RB makes it official, faxes paperwork to Notre Dame
Date: 02/01/2012 | High Schools
Email reason for leave
Email citing request for coach's resignation why Ward on leave
Date: 01/11/2012 | High Schools
Desmond Young highlights
Using his speed and elusive moves, Edmonds-Woodway junior running back Desmond Young had a great season in helping the Warriors win the Wesco South and advance to the state playoffs. Young rushed for 1,417 yards and scored 19 touchdowns on the ground. Here's his highlight video:
Date: 01/09/2012 | Prep Zone
Gameday for KeiVarae
Mariner RB to play in U.S. Army All-American Bowl Saturday
Date: 01/06/2012 | Prep Zone
KeiVarae picks the Irish
Mariner running back chooses Notre Dame over UW
Date: 12/29/2011 | High Schools
Russell to pick today
Mariner RB will pick between Notre Dame, UW in ceremony
Date: 12/28/2011 | High Schools
Runaway cart runs over group of people at high school football game
ARLINGTON, Texas — Seven people suffered minor injuries when a runaway electric cart raced unmanned from an end zone to midfield and plowed into them after a high school football playoff game in Texas.
Date: 12/18/2011 | High Schools
Washington all-state football team
SEATTLE -- The 2011 Associated Press Washington all-state football team as voted on by writers and editors from around the state:State player of the year, all classifications: Max Browne, jr. Skyline.CLASS 4A
Date: 12/16/2011 | High Schools
All-Area Football
Vikings QB Jake Nelson is The Herald's offensive POY
Date: 12/11/2011 | High Schools
Clovsky resigns as Cascade football coach
After two disappointing seasons as Cascade's head football coach, Nick Clovsky has resigned. The Bruins went winless in 2010 and 2011.Clovsky said he made his decision to resign now, "to give the next person the opportunity to be successful."
Date: 12/06/2011 | High Schools
Athletes of the Week -- Nov. 28-Dec.3
Conner KruseFootball | Archbishop Murphy
Date: 12/06/2011 | High Schools
Highlight reel for Jackson RB Patrick
Cut short by injuries, Jackson running back/safety Trai Patrick's 2011 season didn't live up to expectations the senior had before the season.
Date: 12/05/2011 | Prep Zone
Murphy falls in title game
Lynden scores late to hand Murphy 17-16 loss
Date: 12/03/2011 | High Schools
Murphy-Lynden live blog
Follow the action from the T-Dome as Murphy takes on Lynden
Date: 12/03/2011 | Prep Zone
Lynden's Newman uses high motor to disrupt opponents' offenses
Midway through the third quarter of Lynden's Class 2A state quarterfinal at Interlake, the Saints still clung to some remote hope of an unlikely comeback. Interlake had just gotten a 54-yard punt return for a touchdown by Jordan Todd to draw within 34-14 and had recovered the ensuing onside...
Date: 12/03/2011 | High Schools
'Gang Green' leads Lynden
Unselfish receiving corps helps the Lions' offense go
Date: 12/02/2011 | High Schools
Third time the charm?
Can Archbishop Murphy end playoff losing streak to Lynden?
Date: 12/02/2011 | High Schools
Line of distinction
Offensive line key part of Archbishop Murphy's success
Date: 12/01/2011 | High Schools
Why I don’t envy KeiVarae Russell (and which school I want him to go to)
When I first started talking to KeiVarae Russell I was very jealous of him. He’s got schools like the University of Southern California, the one college I applied to that didn’t accept me, begging him to come play football.
Date: 11/29/2011 | Prep Zone
Vikings fall in semifinals
Skyview tops Lake Stevens 38-14 in Class 4A playoff game
Date: 11/26/2011 | High Schools
Murphy beats Prosser
Wildcats win 50-14 to advance to Class 2A state title game
Date: 11/26/2011 | High Schools
Lake Stevens vs. Skyview
Live blog of the 4A prep football state semifinal
Date: 11/26/2011 | Prep Zone
Dominating speed
Murphy's defense is built around team's fastest players
Date: 11/26/2011 | High Schools
PREP FOOTBALL PREVIEW: No. 10 Lake Stevens (12-0) vs. Skyview (10-2)
Tonight, 7 p.m.Tacoma Dome, TacomaLive blog: www.heraldnet.com/prepzoneRadio: KRKO (1380 AM)Webcast: www.wiaanetwork.comPairing history: First meeting.
Date: 11/26/2011 | High Schools
PREP FOOTBALL PREVIEW: No. 5 Archbishop Murphy (11-1) vs. No. 3 Prosser (11-1)
Today, noon Lampson Stadium, KennewickPairing history: Prosser and Archbishop Murphy have met once, with the Mustangs winning a 2006 state quarterfinal 14-7 at Lampson Stadium.
Date: 11/26/2011 | High Schools
Recording Lake Stevens' magical football season
From last-minute comebacks to stunning punt returns, this has been a magical season for the Lake Stevens football team.And thanks to Tony Soper. the whole thing has been recorded for posterity.
Date: 11/26/2011 | High Schools
The march to 12-0
A look back, in photos, at Lake Stevens' incredible season
Date: 11/25/2011 | High Schools
Russell narrows choice to four schools
Mariner star running back KeiVarae Russell has narrowed his list of prospective colleges down to four. Russell, who has received official offers from 18 Division-I programs, recently trimmed his list from five, when he ruled out Oregon.His final four in no particular order are:
Date: 11/23/2011 | Prep Zone
Watch Lake Stevens-Skyview playoff game online
The Washington Interscholastic Activities Association will be broadcasting a number of state playoff football games this weekend, including Saturday's 4A semifinal game between Lake Stevens and Skyview.Here's a link to the page.
Date: 11/23/2011 | Prep Zone
King's upended by Montesano in 1A state quarterfinals
ABERDEEN -- Their offense scarcely saw the field for the opening 15 minutes, but Montesano's Bulldogs never lost sight of a long-awaited return to the Tacoma Dome.
Date: 11/19/2011 | High Schools
Mavs fall to Camas
Fumbles doom Meadowdale's chances in state quarterfinals
Date: 11/19/2011 | High Schools
Murphy vs. Othello live
Follow the action with Herald prep editor Aaron Swaney
Date: 11/19/2011 | Prep Zone
Cougars run into a wall
W.F. West shuts down Lakewood in state 2A quarterfinals
Date: 11/18/2011 | High Schools
Live blog: Lakewood at state
Lakewood battles W.F. West in state football quarterfinal
Date: 11/18/2011 | Prep Zone
Ground assault
Playoff switch to rushing attack has paid off for Lakewood
Date: 11/18/2011 | High Schools
Prep football picks
Aaron Swaney's picks:Archbishop Murphy over OthelloLakewood over W.F. WestEastlake over Lake StevensCamas over MeadowdaleKing's over MontesanoTom Lafferty's picks:Archbishop Murphy over OthelloW.F. West over LakewoodEastlake over Lake StevensCamas over Meadowdale
Date: 11/18/2011 | High Schools
Running quarterback
VanderWel's fleet feet have been good for Archbishop Murphy
Date: 11/17/2011 | High Schools
Lakewood's Stanton may play Friday
Lakewood all-league tight end Dustin Stanton, who has missed the team's first two playoff games with a foot injury, may be able to play in the Cougars' playoff game against W.F. West on Friday night.
Date: 11/16/2011 | Prep Zone
Mavs win ugly
Meadowdale hangs on to beat Mercer Island in state playoff game
Date: 11/12/2011 | High Schools
E-W run over by Bellarmine Prep
TACOMA -- Bellarmine Prep football coach Tom Larsen knew all about Desmond Young entering Saturday's Class 4A state playoff game, and for good reason.The flashy Edmonds-Woodway running back had racked up 568 yards and scored five touchdowns in the Warriors' past two games.
Date: 11/12/2011 | High Schools
State football playoff primer
Olympia vs. Lake Stevens7 p.m., LSHS Football FieldWhat's at stake: A spot in the Class 4A state quarterfinals and a game against the winner of the No. 4 Eastlake-No. 6 Federal Way game.
Date: 11/12/2011 | High Schools
Dominating performance
Evans rushes for 219 yards as Lakewood wins 43-13
Date: 11/11/2011 | High Schools
Murphy beats Tumwater to avenge last season's loss
TUMWATER -- It was Archbishop Murphy's running game, with 49 carries for 32 yards and five touchdowns, that allowed the Wildcats to dominate Tumwater in the first round of the 2A state football tournament Friday night. Alex Galgano gained most of the yards, 133 on 15 carries. He scored 2...
Date: 11/11/2011 | High Schools
King's beats Hoquiam, 42-28
SHORELINE -- Billy Green threw 196 yards and four touchdowns to lead King's to a victory over Hoquiam in the first round of the 1A state football playoffs. All four of Green's TDs came in the first half, the final two within 2 minutes of the end of the second quarter to put King's up 28-6 going...
Date: 11/11/2011 | High Schools
King's football playoff preview
Here's a look at tonight's King's-Hoquiam football playoff game:Hoquiam vs. King's7 p.m., tonight at Woolsey Stadium
Date: 11/11/2011 | Prep Zone
Murphy all business
Wildcats try to avenge title game loss tonight vs. Tumwater
Date: 11/11/2011 | High Schools
Gasca leads Lake Stevens
Sophomore scores four TDs in Vikings' win over Heritage
Date: 11/05/2011 | High Schools
Prep football: Lynden 35, Cedarcrest 7
LYNDEN -- Kyle Hanson rushed for a game-high 104 yards and two touchdowns to lead Lynden to a 35-7 victory over Cedarcrest in the 2A crossover playoff match.
Date: 11/05/2011 | High Schools
Prep football: Bellevue 28, Glacier Peak 17
BELLEVUE -- John Nguyen carried the ball eight times for 111 yards and two touchdowns to lead Bellevue to the 3A quad-district playoff win. David Linney was 12-for-32 for 193 yards, a touchdown and an interception for Glacier Peak, and added four carries for 43 yards, Sean Elledge had four catches...
Date: 11/04/2011 | High Schools
Kentlake contains Russell, beats Mariner 49-7
KENT -- With a healthy KeiVarae Russell leading the way, Mariner hoped to make a deep run in the 4A state playoffs to send the senior out right.
Date: 11/04/2011 | High Schools
Snohomish football can't stop Federal Way RB
FEDERAL WAY -- Federal Way running back D.J. May surpassed the 200-yard rushing mark and scored four touchdowns in leading the sixth-ranked Eagles to a 41-14 state play-in victory over Snohomish Friday night at Memorial Stadium in Federal Way.
Date: 11/04/2011 | High Schools
Monroe loses to Skyline in first playoff game in 19 years
SAMMAMISH -- Whenever the Monroe Bearcats football team needed something to go right, it seemed something would go wrong.The Bearcats lost a 59-21 decision to the Skyline Spartans on Friday night in a 4A quad-district playoff game.
Date: 11/04/2011 | High Schools
Prep football: Archbishop Murphy 41, Mt. Baker 27
DEMING -- Down 34-13 after three straight fourth-quarter scores by Archbishop Murphy and a touchdown of its own, Mount Baker kicked a desperate onside kick to Murphy's Eneliko Tevaga, who scooped up the ball and ran it in for a 48-yard touchdown to ice the 2A crossover playoff game at Mount Baker...
Date: 11/04/2011 | High Schools
Prep football: Eastside Catholic 50, Oak Harbor 33
OAK HARBOR -- Eastside Catholic quarterback Trey Reynolds helped lead the Crusaders to an impressive come-from-behind victory against Oak Harbor Friday in a 3A quad-district playoff battle. The dual-threat Reynolds tallied a combined 393 yards of total offense to go with four touchdowns as the...
Date: 11/04/2011 | High Schools
Prep football: Bellingham 49, Granite Falls 7
GRANITE FALLS -- Josh Beschta carried the ball eight times for 69 yards and a touchdown, and linebacker Dalton Pierce totaled 16 tackles for Granite Falls in its final game of the season. Dom Franklin led Bellingham to the nonleague win with 89 yards on 15 carries. Bryce Garcia added 87 yards on...
Date: 11/04/2011 | High Schools
Back in the big time
Monroe makes football playoffs for first time since 1992
Date: 11/04/2011 | High Schools
Prep football: Stanwood 24, Marysville Getchell 0
MARYSVILLE -- Brandon Ross had two touchdown runs to lead Stanwood to a nonleague victory.At Quil Ceda StadiumStanwood 0 6 6 12 -- 24Marysville Getchell 0 0 0 0 -- 0S--Receiver not reported 60 from Wright (kick failed)S--Ross 8 run (pass failed)S--Ross 9 run (kick failed)
Date: 11/03/2011 | High Schools
Prep football: Lynnwood 48, Cascade 21
EVERETT -- Lynnwood took an early lead and went on to beat Cascade in the final game of the season Thursday night. "Once again Cascade started off turning the ball over early," said Bruins head coach Nick Clovsky. "We came back with a 55 yard run by (Zac) Duncan in the second quarter. Lynnwood just...
Date: 11/03/2011 | High Schools
Prep football: Kamiak 21, Sedro Woolley 7
EVERETT -- Austin Hall had 22 carries for 171 yards, including the go-ahead touchdown for Kamiak, which upended Sedro-Woolley in the nonconference game. Hall also caught five passes for 59 yards as the Knights gave Sedro-Woolley just its third loss of the year. The Knights defense held...
Date: 11/03/2011 | High Schools
Prep football: Marysville Pilchuck 28, Mountlake Terrace 7
EDMONDS -- With three varsity starts under his belt, freshman running back Austin Joyner is looking rather comfortable as one of Marysville Pilchuck's offensive leaders. Joyner had 15 carries for 114 yards and a touchdown as well as two touchdown receptions in leading the Tomahawks to victory over...
Date: 11/03/2011 | High Schools
Prep football: Jackson 28, Everett 27
EVERETT -- Trai Patrick's 26 carries for 184 yards and three touchdowns helped Jackson to a two TD fourth quarter lead, and the Timberwolves held on to that lead to beat Everett in the last game of the season Thursday. Jackson's quarterback Sam Brown was 14 for 21 for 157 yards and a TD pass to...
Date: 11/03/2011 | High Schools
Prep football: Cedarcrest 35, Blaine 24
DUVALL -- Martin Vakamoce rushed for 140 yards and three touchdowns and Cedarcrest put up 501 total yards of offense in a win over Blaine in a 2A NWC-Cascade Conference crossover play-in game on Tuesday night. Red Wolves quarterback Hunter Lee passed for 225 yards and two touchdowns. Cedarcrest...
Date: 11/01/2011 | High Schools
Prep football: Mount Vernon 28, Shorecrest 14
SHORELINE -- Shorecrest (5-5) quarterback Ted Hammond was 16-for-37 for 271 yards and two touchdowns but was intercepted three times in the loser-out 3A Quad-District play-in game. Mount Vernon back Marchael Acode had 27 rushes for 176 yards and two TDs. Bulldogs QB Bennett Gibson was 11-for-21 for...
Date: 11/01/2011 | High Schools
Prep football: Crescent 28, Tulalip Heritage 22
MARYSVILLE -- Tison Fryberg and Izzy Enick each rushed for 65 yards for Tulalip Heritage in the Northwest B8 game. Tulalip had an opportunity for a go-ahead score with two minutes remaining in the game, but lost a fumble at Crescent's 1-yard line.
Date: 10/29/2011 | High Schools
(23)
