Joe Pohoryles

Lake Stevens' Kyle Hoglund celebrates the action on the court against Mount Si at Henry M. Jackson High School in Mill Creek on Nov. 12, 2019. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)

Lake Stevens’ Hoglund named state 4A Volleyball Coach of the Year

After dramatic championship win, the Vikings coach earns state recognition.

 

Lake Stevens junior Blake Moser is The Herald's 2025 All-Area Football Offensive Player of the Year. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

The Herald’s 2025 Football Offensive Player of the Year: Blake Moser

The Lake Stevens dual-threat junior QB compiled 3,462 total yards and 55 touchdowns.

 

Lake Stevens senior and University of Oregon commit Laura Eichert is The Herald’s 2025 Volleyball Player of the Year. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

The Herald’s 2025 All-Area Volleyball Player of the Year: Laura Eichert

The Lake Stevens senior capped her legendary high school career with a state title.

 

Stanwood senior Presley Harris attempts to hold off Jackson junior Mackenzie Pepin (right, wearing black) at the perimeter during the Spartans' 52-44 win against the Timberwolves at Stanwood High School on Dec. 18, 2025. (Herald Staff)

Stanwood girls basketball hands Jackson first loss

The undefeated Spartans’ strong third quarter leads to 52-44 win on Thursday.

Stanwood senior Presley Harris attempts to hold off Jackson junior Mackenzie Pepin (right, wearing black) at the perimeter during the Spartans' 52-44 win against the Timberwolves at Stanwood High School on Dec. 18, 2025. (Herald Staff)
Edmonds-Woodway junior Lincoln Bradley (0) elevates to the rim during the Warriors' 74-47 win against Archbishop Murphy at Archbishop Murphy High School on Dec. 17, 2025. (Herald Staff)

Edmonds-Woodway boys basketball remains undefeated

The reigning 3A finalists showcase depth with 74-47 win against Archbishop Murphy on Wednesday.

Edmonds-Woodway junior Lincoln Bradley (0) elevates to the rim during the Warriors' 74-47 win against Archbishop Murphy at Archbishop Murphy High School on Dec. 17, 2025. (Herald Staff)
Silvertips goalie Raiden LeGall (right) stands with his hometown goalie coach Tim Morison on the ice at Angel of the Winds Arena. (Photo courtesy of Tim Morison)

Silvertips goalie raises thousands of dollars for mental health causes

Raiden LeGall and his hometown goalie coach’s custom merchandise fundraiser grosses over $12k

Silvertips goalie Raiden LeGall (right) stands with his hometown goalie coach Tim Morison on the ice at Angel of the Winds Arena. (Photo courtesy of Tim Morison)
Silvertips forward Jesse Heslop (left) pushes through the neutral zone during Everett's 9-4 win against Victoria at Angel of the Winds Arena on Oct. 4, 2025. (Joe Pohoryles / The Herald)

Silvertips display ‘versatility’ in comeback win vs. Spokane

After mistakes put team in 4-2 hole, Everett climbs back for 6-4 win on Saturday.

Silvertips forward Jesse Heslop (left) pushes through the neutral zone during Everett's 9-4 win against Victoria at Angel of the Winds Arena on Oct. 4, 2025. (Joe Pohoryles / The Herald)
King's senior Kaitlin Cramer (right, in black) receives a pass from senior teammate Kaleo Anderson (left) during the Knights' 66-53 win against Kamiak at Kamiak High School on Dec. 12, 2025. (Herald Staff)

King’s girls basketball pulls away from Kamiak

The Knights utilize a fourth-quarter run to win 66-53 in Friday’s back-and-forth contest.

King's senior Kaitlin Cramer (right, in black) receives a pass from senior teammate Kaleo Anderson (left) during the Knights' 66-53 win against Kamiak at Kamiak High School on Dec. 12, 2025. (Herald Staff)
Jackson junior Jaelyn Phaysith pressures Highline's quarterback into a throwaway during the Timberwolves' 23-7 win against the Pirates at Pop Keeney Stadium on Dec. 11, 2025. (Joe Pohoryles / The Herald)

Jackson girls flag football among Wesco pioneers

In first WIAA season, the Timberwolves show progress in 23-7 win against Highline on Thursday.

Jackson junior Jaelyn Phaysith pressures Highline's quarterback into a throwaway during the Timberwolves' 23-7 win against the Pirates at Pop Keeney Stadium on Dec. 11, 2025. (Joe Pohoryles / The Herald)
Glacier Peak freshman Aliyah Jazmin (right) positions herself in front of Shorewood junior Karmin Kasberg during the Grizzlies' 77-46 win against the Stormrays at Glacier Peak High School on Dec. 9, 2025. (Joe Pohoryles / The Herald)
Glacier Peak freshman Aliyah Jazmin (right) positions herself in front of Shorewood junior Karmin Kasberg during the Grizzlies' 77-46 win against the Stormrays at Glacier Peak High School on Dec. 9, 2025. (Joe Pohoryles / The Herald)
Lake Stevens head coach Tom Tri hugs Lake Stevens’ Kenny Buckmiller during the 4A state football quarterfinal game against Moses Lake on Nov. 22, 2025 in Lake Stevens, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Lake Stevens football dialing up for state championship game

The Vikings will play for third 4A title in four years against Sumner on Saturday.

Lake Stevens head coach Tom Tri hugs Lake Stevens’ Kenny Buckmiller during the 4A state football quarterfinal game against Moses Lake on Nov. 22, 2025 in Lake Stevens, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Stanwood girls basketball escapes with win at Arlington

Eagles’ missed free throws, Wortham’s go-ahead jumper lift Spartans to 37-36 win on Wednesday.

Tenison Woods and Lake Stevens high-five after their game on Dec. 2, 2025 in Lake Stevens, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Lake Stevens basketball hosts Australian cultural exchange

The Vikings boys and girls share court and candies with Mount Gambier’s Tenison Woods on Tuesday.

Tenison Woods and Lake Stevens high-five after their game on Dec. 2, 2025 in Lake Stevens, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Tips Week in Review: Everett bookends Thanksgiving with home wins

The Silvertips defeat Regina and Swift Current, but fall to Vancouver on Saturday.

Lake Stevens’ Blake Moser yells after scoring a touchdown during the 4A state football quarterfinal game against Moses Lake on Nov. 22, 2025 in Lake Stevens, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Lake Stevens football advances to state championship

The Vikings hold off Graham-Kapowsin for 44-35 win in the 4A semifinals on Saturday.

Lake Stevens’ Blake Moser yells after scoring a touchdown during the 4A state football quarterfinal game against Moses Lake on Nov. 22, 2025 in Lake Stevens, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Archbishop Murphy’s Evan Ruiz relays a play call while the team runs through plays during practice on Nov. 24, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Archbishop Murphy football gears up for Anacortes in state semifinal

The Wildcats channel competition, motivation leading up to Saturday’s clash against defending champs.

Archbishop Murphy’s Evan Ruiz relays a play call while the team runs through plays during practice on Nov. 24, 2025 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Tips Week in Review: Everett extends point streak to four games

The Silvertips top Kelowna 6-3 on Friday in their lone game of the week.

Lake Stevens volleyball huddles together after securing a 3-0 win against Mount Si in the District 1/2 4A semifinals at Lake Stevens High School on Nov. 13, 2025. (Joe Pohoryles / The Herald)

Lake Stevens volleyball wins first state title in dramatic fashion

The Vikings overcome a 2-0 deficit to take down defending champion Curtis 3-2 on Saturday.

Lake Stevens volleyball huddles together after securing a 3-0 win against Mount Si in the District 1/2 4A semifinals at Lake Stevens High School on Nov. 13, 2025. (Joe Pohoryles / The Herald)
Glacier Peak sophomore Oliver Setterberg (11) looks downfield for a pass during the Grizzlies' 34-17 loss to Sumner in the WIAA 4A State quarterfinals at Sumner Chev Stadium on Nov. 22, 2025. (Joe Pohoryles / The Herald)

Glacier Peak football falls to Sumner in 4A quarterfinals

The Grizzlies’ comeback effort against the defending champs comes up short in 34-17 loss on Saturday.

Glacier Peak sophomore Oliver Setterberg (11) looks downfield for a pass during the Grizzlies' 34-17 loss to Sumner in the WIAA 4A State quarterfinals at Sumner Chev Stadium on Nov. 22, 2025. (Joe Pohoryles / The Herald)
Archbishop Murphy sophomore Ryder Sandstrom takes the ball upfield during the Wildcats' 52-20 win against Sehome in the WIAA 2A State quarterfinals at Goddard Memorial Stadium on Nov. 22, 2025. (Joe Pohoryles / The Herald)

Archbishop Murphy football tops Sehome in 2A quarterfinals

The Wildcats fend off the Mariners’ passing attack after Gabalis’ pick-six in 52-20 win on Saturday.

Archbishop Murphy sophomore Ryder Sandstrom takes the ball upfield during the Wildcats' 52-20 win against Sehome in the WIAA 2A State quarterfinals at Goddard Memorial Stadium on Nov. 22, 2025. (Joe Pohoryles / The Herald)