Football

Arlington’s Kade Hunter runs the ball during practice on Monday, Sept. 2, 2024 in Arlington, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Arlington Eagles soar into Wesco 4A looking to challenge Lake Stevens

A 3A quarterfinal team in 2023, Arlington hopes to prove it can contend for a 4A title.

Arlington’s Kade Hunter runs the ball during practice on Monday, Sept. 2, 2024 in Arlington, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

WSU and Texas Tech isn’t just a battle of versatile offenses. It’s a meeting of best friends

The teams’ opposing assistants coached together at Houston Baptist and Western Kentucky.

Edmonds-Woodway’s Rashaad Gerona-Chatters (29) moves with the ball during a game between Edmonds-Woodway and Mountlake Terrace at Edmonds-Woodway Stadium in Edmonds, Washington on Friday, Oct. 20, 2023. Edmonds-Woodway won, 13-10. (Annie Barker / The Herald)
Edmonds-Woodway’s Rashaad Gerona-Chatters (29) moves with the ball during a game between Edmonds-Woodway and Mountlake Terrace at Edmonds-Woodway Stadium in Edmonds, Washington on Friday, Oct. 20, 2023. Edmonds-Woodway won, 13-10. (Annie Barker / The Herald)

How WSU LB Al-Uqdah leads Cougs’ effort to improve defense

The redshirt sophomore linebacker is stepping up his leadership role along with his play.

Seattle Seahawks general manager John Schneider (left) and head coach Mike Macdonald speak during a press conference at the Virginia Mason Athletic Complex on April 27, 2024. (Photo courtesy of Seattle Seahawks)

Schneider-Macdonald ‘marriage’ sees Seahawks into new era

Now a seasoned GM, Schneider leads the Seahawks for the first time without Pete Carroll.

Seattle Seahawks general manager John Schneider (left) and head coach Mike Macdonald speak during a press conference at the Virginia Mason Athletic Complex on April 27, 2024. (Photo courtesy of Seattle Seahawks)
Senior quarterback Logan Manson hands off the football to senior running back Carl Watson III during a drill at the Monroe High School football practice in Monroe, Washington on Aug. 29, 2024. (Taras McCurdie / The Herald)

‘It’s an expectation to win’: Monroe football ready to rule Wesco again

The Bearcats look to clinch their fourth-straight Wesco 3A South title and make another postseason run.

Senior quarterback Logan Manson hands off the football to senior running back Carl Watson III during a drill at the Monroe High School football practice in Monroe, Washington on Aug. 29, 2024. (Taras McCurdie / The Herald)
Arlington’s defense stuffs Ferndale running back Talan Bungard on Friday, Sept. 22, 2023, at Arlington High School in Arlington, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

2024 Wesco 3A North football preview: coaches poll and team information

With the removal of Arlington, Marysville Pilchuck and the addition of Sedro-Woolley, Snohomish, this season will be a new challenge for all.

Arlington’s defense stuffs Ferndale running back Talan Bungard on Friday, Sept. 22, 2023, at Arlington High School in Arlington, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)
A team photo with the Stanwood High School Spartans logo in the background at Bob Larson Stadium in Stanwood, Washington on Aug. 30, 2024. (Taras McCurdie / The Herald)

‘We’re all ready to go’: Stanwood football prepared to prove the underdog story is true once again

After finishing in the bottom half of the Wesco 3A North standings last year but advancing to the state tournament in 2021 and 2022, the Spartans are refueling for a trip back to the postseason.

A team photo with the Stanwood High School Spartans logo in the background at Bob Larson Stadium in Stanwood, Washington on Aug. 30, 2024. (Taras McCurdie / The Herald)

WSU rewind: Cougs’ defense struggles, O-line thrives in rout

Cougs new starting QB totaled six TDs in 70-30 trouncing of Portland State.

Boling: WSU’s Dickert focuses on what he can control

With the future uncertain for the Cougs, Dickert believes it starts with him.

Russell Wilson of the Pittsburgh Steelers looks to pass against the Buffalo Bills in the first quarter during a preseason game at Acrisure Stadium on Aug. 17, 2024, in Pittsburgh. (Joe Sargent / Getty Images / Tribune News Services)

Steelers name Russell Wilson starter

The former Seahawks quarterback beats out former Bears starter Justin Fields.

Russell Wilson of the Pittsburgh Steelers looks to pass against the Buffalo Bills in the first quarter during a preseason game at Acrisure Stadium on Aug. 17, 2024, in Pittsburgh. (Joe Sargent / Getty Images / Tribune News Services)

Preview and predictions: WSU will rely on youth this year

The Cougars have some promising young players who will need to step up.

A look at who could fill in for injured WSU cornerback

Cougars must find a replacement for Jamorri Colson, who will miss extensive time with an injury.

NFL will not measure first downs electronically this season

The league tested new system during the preseason, but will keep stick and chains for now.

WSU’s Week 1 depth chart: Plenty of playing time to go around

Many positions are not yet set according to info released by Cougars coaches.

Miami Dolphins running back Myles Gaskin walks on the field during a team scrimmage at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Saturday, Aug. 5, 2023. (John McCall / South Florida Sun Sentinel / Tribune News Services)

Local NFL players Gaskin, Arias among NFL cuts

Myles Gaskin and Daniel Arias III were cut by NFL teams on Tuesday’s cut down day.

Miami Dolphins running back Myles Gaskin walks on the field during a team scrimmage at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Saturday, Aug. 5, 2023. (John McCall / South Florida Sun Sentinel / Tribune News Services)

WSU notebook: WR Carlos Hernandez to miss several games

Foot injury likely to sideline Hernandez until at least the Oct. 12 matchup with Fresno State.

How WSU punter found his way from Australia to Pullman

Haberer learned to punt at an academy in Australia to prepare for kicking in college.

Lake Stevens’ Kolton Matson completes a short pass against Graham-Kapowsin during the WIAA 4A Football State Championship on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023, at Husky Stadium in Seattle, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

Lake Stevens’ Matson among QBs listed in national poll.

The 2023 All-Area Player of the Year was second in the poll as of Thursday morning.

Lake Stevens’ Kolton Matson completes a short pass against Graham-Kapowsin during the WIAA 4A Football State Championship on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023, at Husky Stadium in Seattle, Washington. (Ryan Berry / The Herald)

WSU’s offensive and defensive lines show promise in practice

Cougs await the return of tackle Fa’alili Fa’amoe, but others have filled in valiantly.