Eagles set sights on state
Eagles lineman Abram Cox makes a sprint during one of the defensive drills at practice. Cox was an all-leaguer for both offense and defense last year and is starting to look around at colleges he would like to play football with once he graduates.
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Francisco Ortega practices tackling with his teammates during practice. Ortega will be playing as a tight end this season and said he wants to help his team be as successful as possible this year.
An Eagles player prepares to make a catch during a wide receiver drill at practice. Head Coach Garrett Devine said the team is working to make the state tournament after coming up two points short last season.
A Soap Lake Eagle hops in the air to complete a catch during practice. Coach Devine said the focus on offense this season will be to have better control of the ball.
Two Eagles players face each other in a drill involving moving around a defender and keeping up with a receiver during practice. The Eagles’ defensive goal this season is to avoid allowing any big plays to happen.
Eagles quarterback Logan Northup prepares to throw to an open receiver while practicing different plays. Devine said that Northup is a player that poses a real threat on both sides of the ball but has really shined as their quarterback.
Soap Lake graduate Robby Fisher (3) extends toward the goal line for a touchdown during a game against Wellpinit last season.
Soap Lake quarterback Jairo Lopez carries the ball during a league game against MLCA/CCS fall 2023.
SOAP LAKE — The Soap Lake Eagles are preparing to come back into this season after ending last year with a 5-4 record and being two points away from making the state playoffs.
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