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Marysville Pilchuck’s Kenai Sinaphet (21) moves with the ball during a football game between Marysville Pilchuck and Stanwood at Marysville Pilchuck High School in Marysville, Washington on Friday, Sept. 8, 2023. Marysville Pilchuck takes the win, 36-7. (Annie Barker / The Herald)

4 games to watch in Week 3 of the prep football season

An in-depth look at the best games the area has to offer, plus a full schedule of the local action in Week 3.

Marysville Pilchuck’s Kenai Sinaphet (21) moves with the ball during a football game between Marysville Pilchuck and Stanwood at Marysville Pilchuck High School in Marysville, Washington on Friday, Sept. 8, 2023. Marysville Pilchuck takes the win, 36-7. (Annie Barker / The Herald)
Arlington junior running back Caleb Reed takes a hit after collecting a first down during the season opener against Kamiak on Friday, Sep. 1, 2023, at Arlington High School in Arlington, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Prep football power rankings after Week 2

Here’s the top 8 local teams in The Herald’s first-ever prep football power rankings

Arlington junior running back Caleb Reed takes a hit after collecting a first down during the season opener against Kamiak on Friday, Sep. 1, 2023, at Arlington High School in Arlington, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
Marysville Pilchuck’s Kenai Sinaphet (21) and Braxton Leiu-Sopi (62) celebrate during a football game between Marysville Pilchuck and Stanwood at Marysville Pilchuck High School in Marysville, Washington on Friday, Sept. 8, 2023. Marysville Pilchuck takes the win, 36-7. (Annie Barker / The Herald)

MP rolls past Stanwood in Wesco 3A North opener

Luke Shoemaker and Kenai Sinaphet account for five TDs, and the Tomahawk defense delivers a dominant effort in a 36-7 win.

Marysville Pilchuck’s Kenai Sinaphet (21) and Braxton Leiu-Sopi (62) celebrate during a football game between Marysville Pilchuck and Stanwood at Marysville Pilchuck High School in Marysville, Washington on Friday, Sept. 8, 2023. Marysville Pilchuck takes the win, 36-7. (Annie Barker / The Herald)
Marysville Pilchuck’s Joseph Davis sticks out his arm to block a tackle by Marysville Getchell's Sean Ewald during the game on Friday, Sept. 16, 2022 in Marysville, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

4 games to watch in Week 2 of the prep football season

An in-depth look at the best games the area has to offer, plus a full schedule of the local action in Week 2.

Marysville Pilchuck’s Joseph Davis sticks out his arm to block a tackle by Marysville Getchell's Sean Ewald during the game on Friday, Sept. 16, 2022 in Marysville, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Lake Stevens players run through a tunnel after a football game between Lake Stevens and Garfield at Lake Stevens High School in Lake Stevens, Washington on Friday, Sept. 1, 2023. Lake Stevens lead 20-7 at the half. The Vikings took the win, 48-21. (Annie Barker / The Herald)

Kolton Matson’s 6 TD passes lead Lake Stevens past Garfield

The Vikings open their Class 4A state title defense with a 48-21 win.

Lake Stevens players run through a tunnel after a football game between Lake Stevens and Garfield at Lake Stevens High School in Lake Stevens, Washington on Friday, Sept. 1, 2023. Lake Stevens lead 20-7 at the half. The Vikings took the win, 48-21. (Annie Barker / The Herald)
Lake Stevens’ Steven Lee reacts to getting a stop on a drive during the game against Eastlake on Friday, Oct. 7, 2022 in Lake Stevens, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Lake Stevens’ Steven Lee reacts to getting a stop on a drive during the game against Eastlake on Friday, Oct. 7, 2022 in Lake Stevens, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Sultan’s Derek Feltner takes a handoff from quarterback Westin Galle against Granite Falls on Friday, Sep. 30, 2022, at Sultan High School in Sultan, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Prep football preview: 2A, 1A and independent teams

Team capsules, coaches polls, and storylines, players and games to watch this season.

Sultan’s Derek Feltner takes a handoff from quarterback Westin Galle against Granite Falls on Friday, Sep. 30, 2022, at Sultan High School in Sultan, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
Edmonds-Woodway quarterback Steven Warren Jr. lines up to throw a pass during practice on Monday, Aug. 28, 2023 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

E-W bucks run-first trend to develop explosive passing attack

With an array of playmakers at skill positions, including QB Steven Warren Jr., the ground-heavy Warriors have taken to the air.

Edmonds-Woodway quarterback Steven Warren Jr. lines up to throw a pass during practice on Monday, Aug. 28, 2023 in Edmonds, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Lake Stevens quarterback Kolton Matson drops back to pass against Kennedy Catholic in the WIAA 4A State Football Championship game Saturday, Dec. 3, 2022, at Mount Tahoma Stadium in Tacoma, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Wesco 4A football preview: Team capsules, coaches poll, and more

Defending state champion Lake Stevens is favored once again. Glacier Peak and Kamiak appear next in line.

Lake Stevens quarterback Kolton Matson drops back to pass against Kennedy Catholic in the WIAA 4A State Football Championship game Saturday, Dec. 3, 2022, at Mount Tahoma Stadium in Tacoma, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
Kamiak’s T’Andre Waverly catches a pass for a portrait during football practice on Thursday, Aug. 24, 2023 in Mukilteo, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Kamiak’s T’Andre Waverly a dominant force and heralded recruit

The junior tight end and linebacker is the state’s top prospect and No. 30 nationally for the class of 2025.

Kamiak’s T’Andre Waverly catches a pass for a portrait during football practice on Thursday, Aug. 24, 2023 in Mukilteo, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
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Wesco 4A football media day: Video interviews with players, coaches

Coaches and players from Wesco 4A’s five football programs speak with The Herald about the upcoming season.

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Head Coach Archie Malloy talks to the team during a football practice at Mountlake Terrace High School in Mountlake Terrace, Washington on Thursday, Aug. 17, 2023. (Annie Barker / The Herald)

‘Exciting time’ for Mountlake Terrace football team

After a breakthrough 5-win season in 2022, the Hawks look to keep soaring this fall.

Head Coach Archie Malloy talks to the team during a football practice at Mountlake Terrace High School in Mountlake Terrace, Washington on Thursday, Aug. 17, 2023. (Annie Barker / The Herald)
Grant Buckmiller (Alex Quetzali / Photo courtesy of Buckmiller family)

Community roundup: Lake Stevens grad Buckmiller earns Pan Am medals

Plus, local baseball team plays in World Series, the Silvertips make a trade and tickets go on sale for county hall of fame banquet.

Grant Buckmiller (Alex Quetzali / Photo courtesy of Buckmiller family)
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Prep football returns: 5 storylines to watch as practice begins

A look at some intriguing questions as local high school football practices kick off Wednesday.

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Mark Perry, who recently retired as athletic director at Snohomish High School. Perry spent years as an assistant and head coach for the football and boys wrestling teams before taking over as athletic director in 2013. He worked for Snohomish High School in different positions for more than 40 years. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Mark Perry retires after nearly four decades with Snohomish High sports

In June, the 62-year-old cornerstone of Snohomish sports retired from his post as the school’s athletic director.

Mark Perry, who recently retired as athletic director at Snohomish High School. Perry spent years as an assistant and head coach for the football and boys wrestling teams before taking over as athletic director in 2013. He worked for Snohomish High School in different positions for more than 40 years. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Image Taken at the 2023 NCAA Baseball Championships, Stillwater Regional, Washington Huskies vs Dallas Baptist Patriots, Sunday, June 4, 2023, O'Brate Stadium, Stillwater, OK. Bruce Waterfield/OSU Athletics

Matter ‘overjoyed’ to get drafted, sign deal with Rangers

The Jackson High School graduate realizes his dream of playing professional baseball, but now bigger goals lie ahead.

Image Taken at the 2023 NCAA Baseball Championships, Stillwater Regional, Washington Huskies vs Dallas Baptist Patriots, Sunday, June 4, 2023, O'Brate Stadium, Stillwater, OK. Bruce Waterfield/OSU Athletics
Stanwood’s Ryder Bumgarner yells in celebration after scoring a touchdown during the 3A quarterfinal game against Odea on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022 in Seattle, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

The Herald’s 2022-23 Boys High School Athlete of the Year: Ryder Bumgarner

The UW-bound Stanwood star and team leader dominated on the football field and also earned a third-place medal at state wrestling.

Stanwood’s Ryder Bumgarner yells in celebration after scoring a touchdown during the 3A quarterfinal game against Odea on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022 in Seattle, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
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Everett awarded franchise for Arena Football League relaunch

The league, which is set to resume play in 2024, announced the 16 cities receiving teams Tuesday.

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AquaSox catcher Harry Ford hits a fly ball during a game against the Vancouver Canadians on Thursday, June 8, 2023, at Funko Field in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

AquaSox catcher Ford named to MLB All-Star Futures Game

Recently promoted outfielder Jonatan Clase, who started the season with Everett, was also picked to the teams.

AquaSox catcher Harry Ford hits a fly ball during a game against the Vancouver Canadians on Thursday, June 8, 2023, at Funko Field in Everett, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
Edmonds-Woodway senior Dylan Schlenger is The Herald’s All-Area Baseball Player of the Year. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

The Herald’s Baseball Player of the Year: Dylan Schlenger

The Edmonds-Woodway senior posted a 10-0 record with an 0.61 ERA and helped the Warriors reach the quarterfinals of the state tournament.

Edmonds-Woodway senior Dylan Schlenger is The Herald’s All-Area Baseball Player of the Year. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)