Local high school football teams competed across multiple districts and leagues over the weekend, with several squads securing decisive victories.
Friday, Sept. 25
Non-league action saw a Granite Falls running back dominate the offensive line. The senior back rushed for 250 yards and two scores on 12 attempts, helping his team reach a 2-2 record. He also caught three passes for 43 yards. Early in the first quarter, a 95-yard run gave the Tigers a 7-0 lead. Later, an 82-yard sprint extended the advantage to 24-0. On the defensive side, he recorded six tackles and blocked a field goal attempt to preserve the shutout.
A teammate added 82 rushing yards on 15 carries and contributed to the defense with six tackles, a sack, and two quarterback hurries. Another player posted five tackles, including a loss. A defensive standout returned an interception 64 yards for a touchdown in the second quarter and forced a safety in the fourth quarter by sacking the opposing quarterback in the end zone.
Other non-league results included Jackson defeating Cascade 3-0, Prosser beating Mariner 47-0, and Cedar Park Christian (Bothell) outscoring Marysville Pilchuck 30-0.
In Wesco 3A South play, Shorewood defeated Mountlake Terrace 27-0. A Shorewood running back gained 100 yards on 15 carries. The junior quarterback completed four of seven passes for 75 yards and a touchdown, while also rushing for 70 yards and two scores. A receiver caught six passes for 85 yards and two touchdowns. The Shorewood offense totaled 420 yards, while the defense limited the Mountlake Terrace offense to 181 yards. A senior safety led the defensive effort with 12 tackles, and a junior linebacker added nine stops.
Meadowdale defeated Edmonds-Woodway 38-14 in a rivalry matchup. Shorecrest also won a 3A South contest, beating Lynnwood 21-0.
In Wesco 4A competition, Arlington defeated Kamiak 54-23.
Wesco 3A North results showed Stanwood winning 24-17 against Sedro-Woolley.
Wesco 3A Central games resulted in Monroe defeating Everett 43-30. Snohomish beat Marysville Getchell 52-0 to open its league schedule, moving to a 3-1 overall record. A Snohomish running back carried 13 times for 176 yards and four touchdowns, including a 55-yard score on fourth down and 12 yards. The opposing Chargers fell to 2-2 overall and 0-1 in the league, with no statistics reported.
Northwest Conference results included Archbishop Murphy edging out Burlington-Edison 28-22. Sehome defeated Lakewood 35-27, and Anacortes beat Sultan 48-6.
Saturday, Sept. 26
In non-league play, Kings defeated Blaine 20-0.
Thursday, Sept. 24
Glacier Peak defeated Ferndale 35-22 in non-league action.
In Northwest 2B/1B competition, Tulalip Heritage shut out Darrington 38-0 in a home victory. The Hawks improved to 3-0 overall and 2-0 in the league, while the Loggers fell to 3-1 overall and 2-1 in the league. The Tulalip offense rushed for more than 200 yards.