Lake Stevens' Gavin Steidle rushes with Glacier Peak's Rider Wilkinson closing at Veterans Memorial Stadium Friday night in Snohomish on October 29, 2021. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)

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3 takeaways from Week 9 of prep football in Snohomish County

Lake Stevens finds a way, Monroe is peaking, and Granite Falls is state-bound for the 2nd time ever.

Lake Stevens' Jayden Limar celebrates a touchdown at Veterans Memorial Stadium Friday night in Snohomish on October 29, 2021. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)

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Minus QB, Lake Stevens tops GP for 8th straight Wesco 4A title

The No. 2 Vikings ride a Wildcat attack past No. 8 Glacier Peak 34-28 in the de facto…

Duo of two-way senior standouts Drew Carter, left, and Trayce Hanks Thursday evening during practice at Lake Stevens on October 28, 2021. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)

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Lake Stevens pair are ‘game-changers on both sides of the ball’

Two-way senior standouts Drew Carter and Trayce Hanks have been a huge part of the No. 2 Vikings’…

Elyse Baker practices with the Lake Stevens High girls soccer team on Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2021 in Lake Stevens, Washington. (Andy Bronson / The Herald)

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September Athlete of the Month: Lake Stevens’ Elyse Baker

The standout senior is 4-year varsity player and key contributor for the Vikings.

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Jacob Eason (9) in action during an NFL preseason football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Saturday, Aug. 21, 2021 in Minneapolis. Indianapolis won 12-10. (AP Photo/Stacy Bengs)

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Lake Stevens alum Eason ready for fresh start with Seahawks

The young QB, who was cut by the Colts this past week, said he’s eager for an opportunity…

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Jacob Eason (9) is shown before an NFL football game against the Tennessee Titans, Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/John Amis)

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Seahawks claim former Lake Stevens star Eason off waivers

The second-year QB will join fellow Snohomish County native Jake Luton in Seattle.

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Jacob Eason runs a drill during practice at the NFL team's football training camp in Westfield, Ind., Wednesday, July 28, 2021. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

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Former Lake Stevens star Eason waived by Colts

Jacob Eason, who also played at Washington, was a fourth-round pick by Indianapolis in 2020.

Bagshaw Field at North Middle School in Everett. (Everett School District photo)

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Community roundup: Bagshaw Field opens at North Middle School

Plus, two former local standouts earn weekly honors for their exceptional play.

Glacier Peak’s Ashton Olson yells while celebrating a touchdown during the game against Glacier Peak on Friday, Sept. 24, 2021 in Snohomish, Wa. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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A look at this week’s top local high school football matchups

A pivotal Wesco 3A North showdown between Marysville Pilchuck and Ferndale highlights the Week 5 slate.

Jackson celebrates a goal Tuesday night at Lake Stevens High School on September 28, 2021. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)

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GALLERY: Jackson downs Lake Stevens in Wesco 4A battle

Kaeden Hansen scores twice as the Timberwolves earn a 4-2 victory.

Lake Stevens' Tom Tri celebrates with his team in the during a timeout Friday at Memorial Stadium in Seattle on September 17, 2021. The Vikings defeated the Irish, 20-3. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)

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5 takeaways from Week 3 of prep football in Snohomish County

Lake Stevens and GP make major statements, Arlington proves it’s a contender despite a loss, and more.

Oklahoma State distance runner Taylor Roe, a Lake Stevens High School graduate, finished second at the Big 12 Cross Country Championship on Oct. 30, 2020, in Lawrence, Kansas. (Oklahoma State photo)

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The Herald’s 2020-21 Woman of the Year in Sports: Taylor Roe

The 2019 Lake Stevens grad finished 2nd at the NCAA Division I Women’s Cross Country Championship.

Friday at Memorial Stadium in Seattle on September 17, 2021. The Vikings defeated the Irish, 20-3. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)

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Lake Stevens opens season with emphatic win over 3A No. 1 O’Dea

The Vikings sat out the first two weeks, but showed they are state title contenders with a 20-3…

Lake Stevens' Bryce Moser rushes for yardage against Glacier Peak Thursday night at Veterans Memorial Stadium in Snohomish on April 1, 2021. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)

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Lake Stevens set for delayed season opener vs. juggernaut O’Dea

After a COVID shutdown canceled their first 2 games, the Vikings open with a clash of state powers.

Lake Stevens’ Drew Carter makes a catch past Monroe’s Trey Lane during the game on Friday, March 12, 2021 in Monroe, Wa. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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A look at this week’s top local high school football matchups

Lake Stevens-O’Dea, Glacier Peak-Woodinville and Arlington-Ferndale highlight a loaded Week 3 slate.

Lake Stevens High School graduate Katie Holloway (top row, third from left) and the rest of the United States women's sitting volleyball team celebrate with their gold medals after defeating China in the final match at the 2020 Paralympic Games on Sept. 5, 2021, in Tokyo. (Photo provided by USA Volleyball)

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Through adversity, Lake Stevens alum earns Paralympic gold

Katie Holloway brings home a sitting volleyball gold medal and is named the tournament MVP.

McKenna Geer, a Lakewood High School graduate, placed 17th in the R9 Mixed 50m Rifle Prone SH2 competition at the 2020 Summer Paralympic Games. (Provided photo)

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Community roundup: Lakewood alum places 17th at Paralympics

Plus, the Steelheads join a new soccer league, local youth golfers fare well at regionals, and more.

Lake Stevens' Isabella Christensen, left, celebrates a point with teammates Tuesday night at Edmonds-Woodway High School in Edmonds on September 7, 2021. The Vikings won in straight sets. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)

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GALLERY: Lake Stevens sweeps E-W as fall sports get underway

The Vikings win in straight sets on the first full night of high school sports this school year.

Miami Dolphins running back Myles Gaskin (37) runs the ball, during the first half of a NFL preseason football game against the Atlanta Falcons, Saturday, Aug. 21, 2021, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)

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Two locals stick on initial NFL 53-man rosters

Jacob Eason and Myles Gaskin make their respective teams, while Jake Luton and others are cut.

Glacier Peak’s Cooper Jensen makes a touchdown reception against Lake Stevens’ Alexander Davis Thursday night at Veterans Memorial Stadium in Snohomish on April 1, 2021. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)

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Wesco 4A high school football preview

The coaches poll, the favorite, the contender, 3 things to know, players to watch and games to watch.