Anacortes High School team wins state lacrosse title

The Anacortes High School boys' lacrosse team beat Selah 17-14 on Saturday to win its first state championship.

The team, which plays at the Class 2A club level in the Washington High School Boys Lacrosse Association, concluded its fifth season.

"That victory is the product of 16 amazing young men buying into each other, our mission and our values of Team, Toughness, and Discipline," coach Brady Turnage said. "Our boys worked extremely hard all year and overcame more uncertainty and challenge than in any previous season. Watching them play with exceptional poise and energy, and for one another on Saturday was uplifting. We are proud beyond words of our boys."

Against Selah, Emmit Johnston had seven goals, Connor Snyder and Mason Snyder three each, and Brendan Cutter, Matthew Lewis, Caleb Smale and Loden Whiton one each.

Smale had five assists, Connor Snyder three, and Mason Snyder one.

Anacortes outshot Selah 30-18, and Seahawks goalie James Hokanson made four saves.

Johnston was the state tournament MVP.

To get to the state championship match at Starfire Sports in Tukwila, the Seahawks had playoff wins against Archbishop Murphy (22-10) and Overlake (20-13).

Anacortes was 4-3 in the regular season.

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This story was originally published May 26, 2026 at 6:06 PM.