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Promotional graphic celebrating the Royal Knights girls wrestling team as 2026 WIAA 1B/2B/1A Girls Mat Classic State Champions. Large text reads “State Champs” with “1B/2B/1A Girls Mat Classic” and the year 2026 displayed. The image shows a large group of student athletes and coaches posing together inside a stadium, holding a championship trophy and medals. Several team members hold up one finger to signify first place. A sign in front reads “State Champs.” Additional text lists final team standings: 2nd – Granger Spartans 3rd – Omak Pioneers 4th – Zillah Leopards Logos for Royal Knights, WIAA, Gesa Credit Union, and the U.S. Air Force appear on the graphic.

The Lady Knights Wrestling team secured their first ever team championship this year at the Tacoma Dome. They will be graduating a few seniors, but have a strong group of underclassmen returning for years to come. They had three individual champions: Sophia Garza at 110 lbs Reese Prescott at 115 lbs Hali Christensen at 135 lbs In addition the the state Champions: 2nd place - Sharron Arroyo a senior 5th place - Dana Yorgeson a senior 4th place - Isabelle Barajas a junior 4th place - Heaven Parker a junior 3rd place - Lizzy Jenks a freshman 4th place - Leah Christensen a sophomore Congrats Lady Knights!

Royal High School Athlete of the Month promotional graphic featuring Emily Piercy. Text reads: “Royal High School,” “Emily Piercy,” “February,” and “Athlete of the Month – Dance – Senior – 2026.” Sponsored by Gard Public House. The image shows a high school dance team performing in a gymnasium. The featured dancer stands in the center wearing a black uniform with a skeleton-style design and red accents, posing with one arm extended. Other dancers in matching uniforms perform in the background on the gym floor, with bleachers visible behind them. The design uses black and gold school colors with a knight logo at the top.

Emily Piercy is our February Student Athlete of the Month. Emily is a four-year Drill Team member and two-year captain who helped lead her team to a top-five finish out of 78 routines and a number one state ranking in the 1A/2A Military category. She maintains an outstanding 3.936 GPA and consistently demonstrates excellence, leadership, and service both on and off the dance floor. The RHS Drill Team’s success this season and in years past reflects an extraordinary level of commitment. With 6:00 a.m. practices most days and additional evening rehearsals throughout the season, balancing academics and athletics at this level requires discipline and resilience. Emily embodies that commitment, and we are incredibly proud of the example she sets for our school community.

Graphic announcing the 2026 WIAA 1A State Championships All-Tournament Selections. The background shows the interior of the Yakima Valley SunDome. The design features multiple action photos of two Royal High School basketball players wearing black and gold uniforms. Lauren Wardenaar is shown in action holding and shooting a basketball. Graycie Kast is shown dribbling and preparing to shoot. Their names appear in bold text at the bottom of the graphic.

Lauren Wardenaar and Graycie Kast delivered outstanding performances throughout the 1A State Tournament. Lauren averaged 14.3 points per game across three contests, finishing with 43 total points and consistently providing scoring and defensive presence on the state stage. Graycie added 37 points and nearly averaged a double-double for the tournament, pulling down 29 rebounds while contributing 6 assists and strong defensive play. Their production, leadership, and consistency helped power the Knights through an impressive state run.

Graphic announcing the 2026 WIAA 1A State Championships All-Tournament Selections. The background shows the interior of the Yakima Valley SunDome. The design features multiple action photos of two Royal High School basketball players in black and white uniforms. Grant Wardenaar is shown driving toward the basket with the ball. Dax Jenks is shown attempting a layup. Their names appear in bold text at the bottom of the graphic.

Grant Wardenaar and Dax Jenks put together impressive four-game performances at the 1A State Tournament. Grant averaged 19.8 points per game, totaling 79 points while adding 29 rebounds and 14 assists, impacting the game in every phase. Dax contributed 47 points, 21 rebounds, and 8 assists, averaging nearly 12 points per game while providing steady two-way play throughout the tournament. Their performances reflected the composure, competitiveness, and grit that defined the Knights’ state appearance.