High school sports

Lake Stevens’ Blake Moser escapes a tackle as he runs into the end zone for a touchdown during the game against Sumner on Friday, Sept. 5, 2025 in Lake Stevens, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Darrington, Tulalip Heritage appear in coaches Class 1B football poll

Lake Stevens (4A) and Archbishop Murphy (2A) stay at No. 1 in media and coaches state rankings.

Lake Stevens’ Blake Moser escapes a tackle as he runs into the end zone for a touchdown during the game against Sumner on Friday, Sept. 5, 2025 in Lake Stevens, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Stanwood's Michael Mascotti relays the next play to his teammates during football practice on Monday, Aug. 29, 2022 in Stanwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Experts make their Week 8 predictions

Our trio takes a crack at picking the winners for this week’s gridiron games.

Stanwood's Michael Mascotti relays the next play to his teammates during football practice on Monday, Aug. 29, 2022 in Stanwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Shorewood’s Xander Gordon hits the ball during the boys singles championship match at Snohomish Summer Smash at Snohomish High School in Snohomish, Washington on Sunday, July 21, 2024. (Annie Barker / The Herald)
Prep Boys Tennis

Shorewood claims league singles and doubles titles

The Stormrays finish a dominant league run while district representatives are decided on Wednesday.

Shorewood’s Xander Gordon hits the ball during the boys singles championship match at Snohomish Summer Smash at Snohomish High School in Snohomish, Washington on Sunday, July 21, 2024. (Annie Barker / The Herald)
Everett junior Ava Gonzalez serves the ball during the Seagulls’ 3-1 win against Glacier Peak at Everett High School on Sept. 15, 2025. (Joe Pohoryles / The Herald)
Prep Roundup

Everett volleyball outlasts Snohomish in thriller

Ava Gonzalez and Ava Urbanozo help carry the Seagulls to a key league win on Wednesday.

Everett junior Ava Gonzalez serves the ball during the Seagulls’ 3-1 win against Glacier Peak at Everett High School on Sept. 15, 2025. (Joe Pohoryles / The Herald)
Snohomish’s Nevaeh Howerton hugs her teammates after scoring during the game against Stanwood on Sept. 25, 2025 in Stanwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Dominant Snohomish girls soccer team tackles cancer

The Panthers have raised research funds as multiple team parents deal with cancer.

Snohomish’s Nevaeh Howerton hugs her teammates after scoring during the game against Stanwood on Sept. 25, 2025 in Stanwood, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Edmonds-Woodway sophomore George Gizzi throws a pass during a walk-through practice at Edmonds-Woodway High School on Oct. 20, 2025. (Joe Pohoryles / The Herald)

Edmonds-Woodway football starting to click in restorative season

The Warriors will play for the Wesco South 3A title against 7-0 Mountlake Terrace on Thursday.

Edmonds-Woodway sophomore George Gizzi throws a pass during a walk-through practice at Edmonds-Woodway High School on Oct. 20, 2025. (Joe Pohoryles / The Herald)
Prep Girls Swimming

Stanwood, Glacier Peak, Cascade earn decisive Tuesday wins

Prep girls swimming roundup for Tuesday, Oct. 21: (Note for coaches/scorekeepers: To report results and statistics, email sports@heraldnet.com. Please report results by 10:30 p.m.) Wesco… Continue reading

Glacier Peak’s Emma Nowak spikes the ball over the net against Lake Stevens on Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2023, at Glacier Peak High School in Snohomish, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
Prep Volleyball

Glacier Peak overcomes two-set deficit against Arlington

The Grizzlies win three straight sets to complete a comeback against their league foes on Tuesday.

Glacier Peak’s Emma Nowak spikes the ball over the net against Lake Stevens on Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2023, at Glacier Peak High School in Snohomish, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
Stanwood senior Addison Bowie elevates for a spike during the Spartans' 3-1 win against Snohomish at Stanwood High School on Oct. 21, 2025. (Joe Pohoryles / The Herald)

Stanwood volleyball remains undefeated in league play

The Spartans hold off Snohomish 3-1 on Tuesday entering final stretch of regular season.

Stanwood senior Addison Bowie elevates for a spike during the Spartans' 3-1 win against Snohomish at Stanwood High School on Oct. 21, 2025. (Joe Pohoryles / The Herald)
Shorewood’s Xander Gordon hits the ball during the boys singles championship match at Snohomish Summer Smash at Snohomish High School in Snohomish, Washington on Sunday, July 21, 2024. (Annie Barker / The Herald)
Prep Boys Tennis

Shorewood dominates as Wesco 3A tournaments begin

The Stormrays clinch four district berths between singles and doubles brackets on Tuesday.

Shorewood’s Xander Gordon hits the ball during the boys singles championship match at Snohomish Summer Smash at Snohomish High School in Snohomish, Washington on Sunday, July 21, 2024. (Annie Barker / The Herald)
Shorecrest’s Pip Watkinson takes the ball down the field during the game against Lake Stevens on Thursday, Sept. 18, 2025 in Shoreline, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Prep Girls Soccer

Scots close in on Warriors with close win

Shorecrest takes down Edmonds-Woodway in a 1-0 game on Tuesday to cut second-place lead to one point.

Shorecrest’s Pip Watkinson takes the ball down the field during the game against Lake Stevens on Thursday, Sept. 18, 2025 in Shoreline, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Prep Volleyball

Monroe, Archbishop Murphy, Everett all sweep in volleyball

Shannara Peebles leads the way for the Bearcats with 18 kills on Tuesday.

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Marysville Pilchuck’s Christian Van Natta lifts the ball in the air to celebrate a turnover during the game against Marysville Getchell on Friday, Sept. 16, 2022 in Marysville, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Prep Football

Warriors beat Shorewood to stay alive for league title

Edmonds-Woodway quarterback George Gizzi passes for 245 yards in Friday’s dominant win.

Marysville Pilchuck’s Christian Van Natta lifts the ball in the air to celebrate a turnover during the game against Marysville Getchell on Friday, Sept. 16, 2022 in Marysville, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Archbishop Murphy senior Jack Sievers absorbs contact on a long reception during the Wildcats' 56-0 win against Lynden at Terry Ennis Stadium on Oct. 17, 2025. (Joe Pohoryles / The Herald)

Archbishop Murphy football dominates Lynden in all phases

The top-ranked Wildcats clinch the NWC 2A title in an imposing 56-0 win against the Lions on Friday.

Archbishop Murphy senior Jack Sievers absorbs contact on a long reception during the Wildcats' 56-0 win against Lynden at Terry Ennis Stadium on Oct. 17, 2025. (Joe Pohoryles / The Herald)
Snohomish’s Maggie Cavanaugh sets the ball during the game against Monroe on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2024 in Monroe, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Prep Volleyball

Snohomish tops Monroe in pivotal league clash

The Panthers and Bearcats are both 5-2 in league play after Snohomish wins a 3-1 battle on Thursday.

Snohomish’s Maggie Cavanaugh sets the ball during the game against Monroe on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2024 in Monroe, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Edmonds-Woodway senior Jane Hanson (center) dribbles the ball upfield during the Warriors' 3-0 win against Archbishop Murphy at Terry Ennis Stadium on Oct. 16, 2025. (Joe Pohoryles / The Herald)

Edmonds-Woodway girls soccer earns key win over Archbishop Murphy

Warriors avenge early-season loss with 3-0 win on Thursday, keep league title hopes alive.

Edmonds-Woodway senior Jane Hanson (center) dribbles the ball upfield during the Warriors' 3-0 win against Archbishop Murphy at Terry Ennis Stadium on Oct. 16, 2025. (Joe Pohoryles / The Herald)
Prep Girls Soccer

Monroe beats Chargers with late score

McKenzie Allen’s goal continues Bearcats turnaround with Thursday’s 2-1 win over MG.

Prep Girls Swimming

Shorewood sweeps multi-team meet on Thursday

The Stormrays won all three relays en route to a commanding win.

Prep Cross Country

Edmonds-Woodway dominates four-school meet

The Warriors put together consistent performances to cruise to girls and boys wins on Thursday.