Sedro-Woolley Cubs left it all out on the field when the best season they have had in recent history sadly came to an end with a devastating loss to Central Valley 20-42 on November 9.
“I think we gave up too early,” said Wide Receiver Quentin Cobbs, “ we knew we weren’t as good as them so we didn’t play as hard as we should have.”
Sedro-Woolley High School’s football team kicked off the season with a strong victory over Mariner High School, winning 42-0 on September 6. They have carried this momentum throughout the season, competing against some of the top teams in the 3A division.They embraced every challenge they faced as their journey came to end.
A successful season requires more than just talent, and the team has been working diligently to fine-tune every aspect of their game.
“We’re gritty, and we hold each other accountable,” said Coach Drew Aungst. “We have outstanding discipline on the field, in the classroom, and we trust each other.”
Athletic Director Kevin Owen echoed this sentiment, “I think that this group of kids plays collectively better than anyone else they’ve played like and that shows.”
Despite their strong start and resilience, the team faced a setback with a 6-14 loss to Mount Vernon on October 18. Running Back Caden Christy reflected on the game, saying, “I think that we went into the week way too confident, because we haven’t lost to them since 2017.”
Nonetheless, the team pulled off an awesome victory of 40-0 in their first postseason game against Mountlake Terrace on November 1, determined to keep their playoff dreams alive.
The players aren’t just learning skills on the field; they’re also gaining life lessons from their coaches.
“Drew is a person that’s determined to make our football team better and our pride all around,” said running back Sherman Griffin.
The move to the 3A division has been a new experience for Sedro-Woolley, and Coach Aungst reflected on the change: “In theory, yeah, but in the northwest conference Two A is the toughest there is,” said Aungst, “so it’s actually been a little bit easier go for us this year, playing in that conference the last couple of years has prepared us for a little bit harder competition.”
With dedicated coaches, talented players, and a commitment to constant improvement, Sedro-Woolley proved that they were ready to tackle the challenges of 3A football.
