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The AHS Eagle
John Yeager

John Yeager, Yearbook Editor-in-Chief

John Yeager is a senior at Arlington High School and is the Editor-in-Chief of the school’s yearbook. John is an avid sports fan and writes many sports related stories for The Eagle. John is involved with stagecraft and creates the posters for this years drama shows, as well as the programs. John takes pictures at most football games and enjoys being at as many Arlington sporting events as possible. John plans on studying Journalism at the University of Washington after high school.

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Cameron Smith ('18) prepares to swing during a JV game on March 15th.

[Photo] Photos of the Week

Hannah Martian, Editor-in-Chief
March 22, 2016

Cameron Smith ('18) prepares to swing during a JV game on March 15th.

Students in Mr. Murray's sixth period biology class listen as Mr. Murray preforms a demonstration.

[Photo] Photos of the Week

Hannah Martian, Editor-in-Chief
March 15, 2016

Students in Mr. Murray's sixth period biology class listen as Mr. Murray preforms a demonstration.

Ruben Crew attempts to pin his opponent in the 3A State Championship match. Crew went on to win the match and become just the second state champion from Arlington.

Arlington Wrestling Dominates State Tournament; Wins 3A State Championship

John Yeager, Writer/Photographer
February 24, 2016

The Arlington Eagles sent 10 wrestlers to the 3A state tournament in Tacoma on February 18th and 19th with the hopes of being crowned state champions, both as a team and as individual wrestlers. The...

Brennon Wiersma ('16) battles for the rebound in a loss against Stanwood in Arlington's final game of the year.

[Photo] Photos of the Week

Hannah Martian, Editor-in-Chief
February 24, 2016

Brennon Wiersma ('16) battles for the rebound in a loss against Stanwood in Arlington's final game of the year.

Drew Bryson pulls up for a three from way downtown. Bryson finished with 25 points in the game.

Arlington Boys Fall to Stanwood in Loser Out Game

John Yeager, Writer/Photographer
February 17, 2016

The Arlington Eagles fell to the Stanwood Spartans in their district playoff game by a score of 60-54, ending Arlington’s season. Arlington started off the game on a 6-0 run and held an 11-7 lead...

Donavan Sellgren ('16) practices his layups prior to a game against Marysville-Getchell on February 8th.

[Photo] Photos of the Week

Hannah Martian, Editor-in-Chief
February 16, 2016

Donavan Sellgren ('16) practices his layups prior to a game against Marysville-Getchell on February 8th.

Donavan Sellgren posts up on Mountlake Terrace's Derek Anyimah in the opening round of the District Playoffs. Sellgren led all scorers with 20 points on the night.

Arlington Boys’ Basketball Falls to Terrace in Opening Round of Districts

John Yeager, Writer/Photographer
February 16, 2016

The Mountlake Terrace Hawks defeated the Arlington Eagles 65-48 in the opening round of the Wesco 3A District Tournament on Friday night. Heading into the game, the Eagle’s were focusing their defensive...

Tylor Morton ('16) prepares to inbound the ball during Arlington's victory over Marysville-Getchell.

The Monumental Return of Tylor Morton

John Yeager, Writer/Photographer
February 12, 2016

"I’ll be back for league." He told me this over and over. He didn’t care if I believed him. Tylor Morton didn’t care if anyone believed him. Suffering a completely broken tibula and fibula...

Drew Bryson ('17) drives into the lane amidst a swarm of Getchell defenders. The junior guard finished with 20 points in the win.

Arlington Boys Victorious Over Getchell in Physical Wesco Showdown

John Yeager, Writer/Photographer
February 9, 2016

The Arlington Eagles defeated the Marysville Getchell Chargers in the final conference game of the season, by a score of 66-49. The Eagles win placed them as the 3rd place team from Wesco North and...

Arlington Boys' Basketball Head Coach Nick Brown watches as his 8 seniors are honored prior to the Eagles' victory over Everett.

Arlington Boys Blow Past Everett in Pivotal Game

John Yeager, Writer/Photographer
February 8, 2016

The Arlington Eagles defeated the Everett Seagulls 70-49 on Friday, February 5th in a conference game between two teams battling for the third place spot in Wesco North. The most pivotal game of the...

[Video] Arlington Tops Oak Harbor With Wiersma Buzzer Beater

John Yeager, Writer
January 13, 2016

The Arlington Eagles defeated the Oak Harbor Wildcats on Tuesday night by a score of 60-58. Heading into the game, Arlington Head Coach Nick Brown talked about his efforts to slow down the standout scoring...

Look In: Arlington Boys Basketball

John Yeager, Writer
January 12, 2016

As we arrive at the halfway point of this year’s high school basketball season, the shift into conference play begins. A team's performance in the games prior to this transition serves as a sample of...

Brittany Anderson shoots a free throw during the game against Glacier Peak on December 14th. The Eagles would eventually fall to Glacier Peak, 56-39.

[Photo] Photos of the Week

January 5, 2016

Brittany Anderson shoots a free throw during the game against Glacier Peak on December 14th. The Eagles would eventually fall to Glacier Peak, 56-39.

Arlington Students Forming Investment Club Look to Study the Stock Market

John Yeager, Writer/Photographer
December 8, 2015

The stock market has long been an area of opportunity in America. Whether you’re a college student with a few dollars to throw around, or a 65-year old man with nothing to spend your money on besides...

Arlington Boys Basketball Falls to Shorewood in Late Game Thriller

John Yeager, Writer/Photographer
December 8, 2015

The Shorewood Thunderbirds defeated the Arlington Eagles 61-57 in a non-conference game on Saturday, December 5th. Shorewood jumped out to an early lead over the Eagles, with Jesse Reynolds scoring...

Arlington Boys fall to Snohomish Depsite Strong Effort From Zachman

John Yeager, Writer/Photographer
December 8, 2015

The Snohomish Panthers defeated the Arlington Eagles 60-56 in a non-conference game on Friday, December 4th. The game started off with the Panthers taking a 15-9 lead in the first quarter off of early...

Arlington's Sarah Shortt pressures an inbound pass in the Eagles' 65-56 win over Monroe.

Arlington Girls Basketball Showcases Defense in Win Against Monroe

John Yeager, Writer/Photographer
December 2, 2015

Arlington's Sarah Shortt pressures an inbound pass in the Eagles' 65-56 win over Monroe.

Drew Bryson pulls up for a jumper in the Eagles' 76-51 win over Mount Vernon.

Bryson Dominates in Big Opening Win for Arlington Boys Basketball

John Yeager, Writer/Photographer
December 2, 2015

Drew Bryson pulls up for a jumper in the Eagles' 76-51 win over Mount Vernon.

Members of the Arlington Basketball team huddle after a workout on November 24th.

[Photo] Photos of the Week

November 30, 2015

Members of the Arlington Basketball team huddle after a workout on November 24th.

Arlington Coaches Nick Brown and Jeff Bryson watch as their team runs a drill during practice.

Wesco 3A North Boys Basketball Preview

John Yeager, Writer/Photographer
November 26, 2015

Over the last few years, Wesco fans have been treated with some of the best basketball around. From the days of Terry Dawn, Jason Todd, Brett and Dan Kingma, and many other high school basketball greats...

Jordy Goodridge ('16) giving a speech before Japanese Club presidential elections in September.

[Photo] How Does One Commit To A Club?

November 25, 2015

Jordy Goodridge ('16) giving a speech before Japanese Club presidential elections in September.

A set for the fall play, The Crucible.

A set for the fall play, The Crucible.

Senior Parker Spady (#23) recovered the fumble on Bonney Lake's opening drive and ran for a 97 yard touch down.

Arlington’s Season Ended Against Bonney Lake

John Yeager, Writer/Photographer
November 9, 2015

Senior Parker Spady (#23) recovered the fumble on Bonney Lake's opening drive and ran for a 97 yard touch down.

Senior Kat Sanchez stops a ball in the rainy game against Edmonds Woodway on Saturday, November 7.

Arlington Girls Soccer Falls to Edmonds Woodway in District Championship

John Yeager, Writer/Photographer
November 9, 2015

The Edmonds Woodway Warriors defeated the Arlington Eagles 1-0 in the Wesco 3A District Championship on Saturday, November 7. Both teams are expected to make deep playoff runs in the state tournament...

Arlington Vs. Bonney Lake Preview

John Yeager, Writer/Photographer
November 6, 2015

The Arlington Eagles (7-2 overall, 5-0 conf.)  face off against the Bonney Lake Panthers (5-4 overall, 4-3 conf.) at 7pm on Friday, November 6th in a game that will send the winner to the state tournament. While...

Junior Mackenzie Massey (#13) goes up for a hit in the third of five games against Glacier Peak November 5.

[Photo] Eagles Eliminated; Glacier Peak to play Oak Harbor for Chance at State

Cameron Reece, Sports Editor
November 6, 2015

Junior Mackenzie Massey (#13) goes up for a hit in the third of five games against Glacier Peak November 5.

Representative Elizabeth Scott toured Arlington High School to get a better idea of how state matching funds are used in building projects.

State Representative Elizabeth Scott Visits Arlington High School

John Yeager, writer/photographer
November 5, 2015

Washington State Representative Elizabeth Scott of the 39th Legislative District visited Arlington High School on Thursday, November 5 to take a look at the structure of the school and get some insight...

Olivia Larson ('16) blows past a Glacier Peak defender in Arlington's 4-0 win in the District semi-final.

Arlington Girls Soccer Advances to District Championship

John Yeager, Editor
November 4, 2015

The Arlington Eagles girls soccer team faced off against the Glacier Peak Grizzlies in the District Semifinal, with the Eagles coming out victorious in a 4-0 shutout. Arlington’s offensive effort...

Senior Donavan Sellgren outruns Glacier Peak defender for a 79 yard touch down reception.

[Photo] Arlington Falls Short Against Glacier Peak

November 3, 2015

Senior Donavan Sellgren outruns Glacier Peak defender for a 79 yard touch down reception.

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[Photo] AHS Leadership Announces Food Drive

Emma Janousek, Staff Writer
October 30, 2015

Kyler Smith ('16) and Kyle Bayer ('16) listen to Coach Dailer's half time speech after sustaining injuries in the first half of the game against Eastside Catholic.

Battling Through Injury

John Yeager, Editor
October 26, 2015

Injuries are a constant in sports. They can take a star player away from your fantasy lineup, or they can put your friend in the hospital. While the media generally does a great job of announcing an injury,...

Linebacker Hunter Gardowski (#52) closes in on Everett running back (#25).

[Photo] Eagles win Wesco 3A North Title, Blowout Everett

October 28, 2015

Linebacker Hunter Gardowski (#52) closes in on Everett running back (#25).

The varsity team heads onto the field in Everett for their crossover game. The team clinched the Wesco north title and face Glacier Peak on Friday, October 30.

[Photo] Photos of the Week: 10.19-10.25

October 26, 2015

The varsity team heads onto the field in Everett for their crossover game. The team clinched the Wesco north title and face Glacier Peak on Friday, October 30.

Eagles Clinch Share of Wesco North Title in Rivalry Matchup

John Yeager, Editor
October 26, 2015

Last Friday’s game pitted the Arlington Eagles against the Marysville-Pilchuck Tomahawks in a rivalry game, which guaranteed the winner a share of the Wesco North Title. Heading into the game, there...

Drew Kalahar ('16) scrambles out of the pocket to evade Tomahawk defenders.

Wesco Matchup Preview: Arlington vs. Everett

John Yeager, Editor
October 22, 2015

Coming off of a strong win against the crosstown rival Marysville-Pilchuck Tomahawks, the Eagles varsity football teams looks strong heading into their last regular season game Friday against Everett....

Linebacker George Spady ('16) awaits the next play versus Stanwood.

[Photo] Eagles Reclaim Stilly Cup; Spady injured

Cameron Reece, Sports Editor/Staff Writer
October 14, 2015

Linebacker George Spady ('16) awaits the next play versus Stanwood.

Shane Kerschner ('16) gets up after a play against Snohomish High School.

[Photo] Unsung Heroes: Shane Kerschner

Rachel O'Day, Staff Writer
October 7, 2015

Shane Kerschner ('16) gets up after a play against Snohomish High School.

Austin Faux ‘16 drives the ball down course from the fairway.

Faux Takes Dolan

John Yeager, Staff Writer
April 23, 2015

On April 13th, golfers from 24 different schools were in attendance at the 14th annual Tom Dolan Memorial Invitational. The tournament, which is held at the Everett Golf and Country Club, was cut short...

NCAA March Madness bracket, which features 64 teams from all over the country.

Let the Madness Begin

John Yeager, Staff Writer
March 20, 2015

March. A month that puts sports fans on the edge of their seats, and features some of the best basketball the world of sports has ever seen. If you aren’t familiar with college basketball, March is an...

Arlington Baseball Falls to Lake Stevens in Late Game Thriller

John Yeager, Staff Writer
March 17, 2015

The Arlington Eagles faced off against the Lake Stevens Vikings in both team's season openers on Monday. Going into the game, both teams looked confident and ready for a competitive season of baseball....

Playing a variant of Musical Chairs, each member of French Club passes a crown quickly around to avoid being eliminated. Games like this were played before indulging traditional French fair.

[Photo] Mardi Gras, Hearty Rah

James Piscioneri, Staff Writer
March 6, 2015

Playing a variant of Musical Chairs, each member of French Club passes a crown quickly around to avoid being eliminated. Games like this were played before indulging traditional French fair.

Language students join together to celebrate Mari Gras with the French Club

[Photo] Photos of the Week February 17th-20th

February 20, 2015

Language students join together to celebrate Mari Gras with the French Club

A student goes up to spike the ball while playing volleyball in Net Sports.

Physical Education: A Different Angle

John Yeager, Staff Writer
February 13, 2015

At Arlington High School, students are required to pass three semesters of P.E. over the course of their high school career, and half a semester of health, which is usually taken in freshman year. If you...

Donavan Sellgren 16’ drives to the basket in Arlington’s conference matchup against Marysville Pilchuck.

The Best Match-up in High School Basketball

John Yeager, Staff Writer
February 13, 2015

  When the Arlington Eagles and Marysville Pilchuck Boys Basketball teams face of, the crowd is always in for a treat. Whether the audience knows it or not, when they sit down in the stands to...

Wesco League Play Tips Off in Wild Fashion

John Yeager, Staff Writer
January 21, 2015

  Wesco. A conference full of high school basketball powerhouses and underdogs, all playing for a spot in the District Playoffs, and more importantly, a trip to the Tacoma Dome and a shot at the...

Drew Bryson (17) pulls up for a three during the Eagle’s game against Mount Vernon.

Wesco North: A Look At Boys Basketball

John Yeager, Staff Writer
December 10, 2014

Wesco North: A Look At Boys Basketball   With the 2014-2015 basketball season kicking off, excitement is in the air. This season looks more unpredictable than any other before it. Who will rise...

The newly installed turf field at John C. Larson Stadium in Arlington.

If You Build It, They Will Come

John Yeager
November 7, 2014

If you build it, they will come. A phrase used in the 1989 baseball classic, “The Field of Dreams,” most definitely fit the situation of the long-anticipated installation of the new turf field at...

Mr. Hunter oversees his students’ progress during a workout in his Speed Power and Agility class.

What’s Happening in the World of Physical Education?

John Yeager, Staff Writer
November 7, 2014

What’s Happening in the World of Physical Education?   At Arlington High School, there are many different P.E. classes offered, and sometimes the decision on which course to take is quite...

Mr. Hunter overseeing his students’ progress during a workout in his Speed Power and Agility class.

Mr. Hunter overseeing his students’ progress during a workout in his Speed Power and Agility class.

Arlington Eagles Varsity Football Falls to Oak Harbor Wildcats

John Yeager, Contributor
October 13, 2014

Oak Harbor 41, Arlington 27 After two fumbles in the first quarter of the game by Arlington,  Oak Harbor jumped out to an early 13-0 lead, due to one aspect of the game that they clearly have working...

JV Football Arlington vs Oak Harbor

John Yeager, Contributor
October 13, 2014

Arlington JV vs Oak Harbor With Arlington coming into the game with only one loss on the season, there was high hopes for this competitive game against Oak Harbor’s JV Football team. The game started...

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