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Graphic celebrating the Royal High School Lady Knights softball team following their state tournament season. Large text at the top reads “Congratulations Lady Knights! What an Incredible Season!” in white and gold lettering over a blue sky background.

The graphic states that the Lady Knights finished their state tournament run tied for 7th place after a loss to College Place and ended the season with a record of 20 wins and 9 losses.

Team statistics displayed include:
• 263 hits
• 44 doubles
• 8 triples
• 8 home runs
• 262 runs scored
• 129 runs against

Additional text highlights pitcher Jill Allred’s accomplishments, noting 220 strikeouts during the season and a school career record of 810 strikeouts while allowing only 56 earned runs.

A team photo in the center shows the softball players standing together in a parking lot wearing matching gray shirts. At the bottom, text reads: “Thank you for the hard work, heart, and dedication all season long! We are proud of you!” alongside the Royal Knights logo.

Lady Knights Wrap up Successful Season

Lady Knights finished their state tournament run tied for 7th place after a loss to College Place and ended the season with a record of 20 wins and 9 losses. Team statistics include: • 263 hits • 44 doubles • 8 triples • 8 home runs • 262 runs scored • 129 runs against Lady Knight's pitcher, Jill Allred racked up a whopping 220 strikeouts this season finishing her High School career with the school record of 810 strikeouts. Thank you for the hard work, heart, and dedication all season long! We are proud of you!

Graphic celebrating the Royal High School baseball team following their state tournament appearance. Large text at the top reads “Congratulations Knights! What a Season!” in white and gold lettering over a dramatic baseball stadium background.

The center text states that the Knights ended their run at the state tournament and thanks the team for their hard work, heart, and dedication throughout the season.

In the lower right corner, the baseball team is shown gathered in a huddle on the field near the dugout. A large Royal Knights logo appears in the lower left corner.

Additional text near the bottom reads: “Thank you for representing with class, leaving it all on the field, and making us proud! We are proud of you!”

Knights Finish Strong

The Knights battled their way to the state tournament this season behind strong pitching, consistent offense, and a lineup that competed every single game. Royal finished the year with a stellar team batting average of .325, proving this group could put pressure on opponents from top to bottom in the order. On the mound, the Knights leaned on a dominant pitching staff all season long. Ernie led the charge with 53 innings pitched and 66 strikeouts, while also posting a team-best .475 batting average at the plate. Mason added another strong arm to the rotation, throwing 34 innings with 44 strikeouts, and Karson delivered electric performances of his own with 46 strikeouts in 30 innings pitched. Offensively, Bryan Larsen sparked the lineup all year, scoring a team-high 37 runs and helping fuel the Knights’ attack. From big innings to clutch performances and relentless effort, this team represented Royal Baseball with toughness, pride, and heart all season long.

Group photo of a Royal High School boys soccer team posed outdoors on a grassy field. The image shows student athletes in black uniforms with white numbers, arranged in several rows with coaches standing on the sides. Two goalkeepers in front wear contrasting green uniforms and are positioned lying on the grass with a soccer ball.

Royal Knights Qualify for State, again!

Royal Boys Soccer is heading into the WIAA State Tournament after battling their way to a 4th place finish at Districts and earning the #7 seed in the state bracket! The road ahead won’t be easy, but this squad has spent the entire season proving they belong among Washington’s best. The Knights open state play on Friday at 5:00 PM against Elma in a loser-out matchup. Survive and advance is the name of the game, as the tournament remains single elimination through the Semifinals. With a win Friday, Royal would move on to face powerhouse #2 seed Vashon in the quarterfinal round. This team has shown grit, chemistry, and relentless effort all season long, and now they get the chance to chase something special on the biggest stage. Pack the sidelines, bring the noise, and let’s back the Knights as they make their state tournament run!

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Graphic celebrating Royal High School tennis player Cael Orth following his state tournament appearance. Large text at the top reads “Cael Royal Pride” in bold white and gold lettering over a photo of Cael serving a tennis ball on an outdoor court.

The graphic highlights several sections about Cael’s season:
• “First Full Season” explains that his junior season ended at state after a tough first round.
• “The Journey” notes that Cael began playing tennis midway through the previous season and qualified for state as an alternate.
• “Hard Work Pays Off” describes his offseason dedication, strong regular season, and 2nd place district finish.
• “Beyond the Court” praises his effort and representation of Royal Athletics on and off the court.

Additional script text on the right reads: “The work. The growth. The future. Go Knights!”

A large Royal Knights logo and “Royal Athletics” branding appear at the bottom of the graphic.

Tennis Qualifies One

Cael Orth wrapped up an outstanding junior season by representing Royal at the WIAA 1A Boys State Tennis Championships. After beginning his tennis journey just last season and qualifying for state as an alternate, Cael took a major step forward this year with a breakout season that showcased his dedication, growth, and work ethic. His offseason commitment paid off in a big way, helping him earn a 2nd place finish at the district tournament and a trip to state competition in Yakima. Competing at the state level is one of the toughest challenges in high school tennis, and Cael represented Royal Athletics with determination, composure, and pride. We’re proud of the way Cael competed all season long and excited for what the future holds as he continues to grow on and off the court. Go Knights!

Graphic announcing Royal High School track and field state qualifiers. Large text at the top reads “State Qualifiers! Headed to State! Congrats to our Track Athletes!” in white and gold lettering on a black background with Royal Knights branding throughout.

The graphic is divided into Boys and Girls sections with a knight logo beside each list.

Boys qualifiers listed:
• Troy McCullough, 400m, 2nd place
• Brycen Fitzhugh, 300m hurdles, 3rd place
• Manny Ruvalcaba, high jump, 2nd place
• Boys 4x400 relay, 3rd place featuring Troy McCullough, Brycen Fitzhugh, Dax Jenks, and Esteban Torres
• Alternates: Cohen Griffin and Fabrizio Ramirez

Girls qualifiers listed:
• Maggie Frank, javelin, 3rd place
• Justine Fitzhugh, triple jump, 3rd place
• Girls 4x400 relay, 1st place featuring Rebecca Carlson, Lauren Wardenaar, Maggie Frank, and Justine Fitzhugh
• Alternates: Sarah Freeman and Abigaile Gilbert

Text at the bottom reads: “One Team. One Goal. Let’s Go!”

Royal Track & Field off to State!

Royal Track & Field is sending an outstanding group of athletes to the WIAA State Championships after a strong performance at the district meet! From explosive sprint finishes to clutch relay performances and field event success, the Knights showed up in a big way when it mattered most. State qualifiers for the boys include Troy McCullough in the 400m, Brycen Fitzhugh in the 300m hurdles, Manny Ruvalcaba in high jump, and the boys 4x400 relay team of Troy McCullough, Brycen Fitzhugh, Dax Jenks, and Esteban Torres. On the girls side, Maggie Frank qualified in javelin, Justine Fitzhugh advanced in triple jump, and the girls 4x400 relay team of Rebecca Carlson, Lauren Wardenaar, Maggie Frank, and Justine Fitzhugh captured a district title to punch their ticket to state. Congratulations to all of our state qualifiers and alternates for representing Royal with pride, determination, and hard work. Let’s go compete on the biggest stage!

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Royal High School Athlete of the Month promotional graphic featuring Jill Alred. Text reads: “Royal High School,” “Jill Alred,” “April,” and “Athlete of the Month – Soccer, Softball – Senior – 2026.” Sponsored by Macks Mocha.

The image shows a high school softball player standing on a softball field, wearing a black pinstriped “Royal” uniform and cap. She is smiling and holding an award that includes a softball mounted on a base. The background includes the infield dirt, outfield grass, and distant school facilities. The design uses black and gold school colors with a knight logo at the top.

Student Athlete of the Month (April)

Congrats to Jill Allred, our April student athlete of the month! Jill is a standout 1A softball player across the state as both a pitcher and a hitter. She has surpassed 730 career strikeouts this season, setting a new school record, and is one of the strongest hitters on the team, batting .515 as our leadoff hitter. She is a three-year captain and a great leader on the team. Jill is respected by opponents and well known by coaches, teams, and umpires as one of the best 1A pitchers in the state, not only for her performance but also for her sportsmanship, positive attitude, and competitive spirit. She has been instrumental to Royal softball’s success all four years as a starter, including a state championship in 2024 when she pitched every inning of the season, as well as last year’s fifth-place state finish, where she also pitched every inning. Jill holds numerous school records, including the strikeout record, which continues to grow as the season progresses.