‘They’re definitely capable of doing some really good things this year’
Royal defensive linemen rise out of their stance during a drill at practice on August 23. Senior Asher Garnick, a returning starter on the defensive line, said that a successful defense starts with the Knights not being pushed around up front.
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A Royal defensive back breaks up a pass during practice on August 23 in Royal City.
Royal senior Lance Allred made the move from receiver to quarterback last season, while also starting at linebacker. Allred said he’s “more confident” under center this season.
Royal defenders participate in a pursuit drill during practice on August 23.
Ian Bivona serves as the Columbia Basin Herald’s sports reporter and is a graduate of Auburn University in Auburn, Alabama. He enjoys the behind-the-scenes stories that lead up to the wins and losses of the various sports teams in the Basin. Football is his favorite sport, though he likes them all, and his favorite team is the Jets. He lives in Soap Lake with his cat, Honey. | August 30, 2024 1:30 AM
ROYAL CITY — Deep playoff runs are nothing new for the Royal Knights, who have finished atop the 1A classification in seven of the previous eight state tournaments, including each of the previous four seasons.
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