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Archie Williams field hockey falls short to the University Red Devils

Ainsley Sullivan and Quinn O’Leary
October 18, 2024

On Wednesday, Oct. 16, the Archie Williams girls varsity field hockey team took on the San Francisco University High School Red Devils at Redhill Field. The Falcons matched up with the University Red Devils at Red Hill field for one of their last games of their season. Archie Williams played hard, but in the end, University prevailed with a 8-0 win over the Falcons.

Archie Williams debuts first JV girls field hockey team

Emme Williams, Reporter
October 17, 2024

In the 2024-25 school year, Archie Williams premiered the school’s first junior varsity (JV) field hockey team. Welcoming any players new to the sport, new students looked to try something new and become part of a positive and active community.

During varsity field hockey’s off-season, returning coaches and players began...

Falcons boys water polo dive past Redwood Giants to victory

Ava Smith and Juliet Stucky
October 12, 2024

On Thursday, October 10, the Archie Williams boys varsity water polo team met their rivals, the Redwood High School Giants at the Falcons’ home pool. The Falcons gave it their all against the Giants and came out of the pool victorious with a score of 12-9, boosting their Marin County Athletic League (MCAL) record to 14-1.

This...

Falcons girls varsity volleyball hunted by Wildcats on Senior Night

Joaquin DeCuman and Chase Stein
October 11, 2024

On Wednesday, Oct. 9, the Archie Williams girls varsity volleyball team met the Marin Catholic High School Wildcats for the Falcons’ last home game of the season. The tough game featured the Falcons’ Senior Night, honoring soon-to-be graduating varsity players. The game ended with the Falcons losing 0-3, shifting their record to 2-17.

Falcons football soars over the Terra Linda Trojans, building a path toward the playoffs

Lila Peterson, Reporter
October 7, 2024

On Saturday, Oct. 5, the Archie Williams varsity football team took on the Terra Linda Trojans on the San Rafael High School field. The teams rescheduled the game from 2 p.m. to an earlier 12 p.m., in an attempt to beat the heat. Although not fully solving the temperature issue, both teams came to compete.

The Falcons started...

Boys water polo slams the Davis Blue Devils, defending their home pool

Quinn O’Leary, Reporter
October 6, 2024

On Friday, Oct. 4, at 6 p.m., the Archie Williams boys varsity water polo team met the Davis Senior High School Blue Devils at the Falcons’ home pool. The Falcons came out with intensity and energy, leading them to win 13-6.

The Falcons started off the first quarter by beating the Blue Devils in the sprint to win first...

Falcons girls varsity volleyball put up a solid fight against the Branson Bulls

Ava Smith and Juliet Stucky
October 3, 2024

On Tuesday, Oct. 1, the Archie Williams varsity girls volleyball team met The Branson School Bulls on the court for an away game. The game began at 5:30 p.m. with the Falcons coming onto the court with unmatched energy but ultimately losing 3-0. The loss secures the Falcons a sixth-place ranking in the Marin County Athletic League, with a 2-3 record.

Falcons stung by Hornets in a close defeat at Homecoming game

Ava Smith, Reporter
September 30, 2024

On Saturday, Sep. 28, the Archie Williams varsity football team went head to head against the Novato Hornets in the Falcons’ Homecoming game. The Falcons put up a strong fight in the highly anticipated matchup, but ultimately fell short, losing 7-10.

The game kicked off at 2 p.m., with the Falcons starting on offense. The...

Falcons volleyball takes flight against Bulldogs in a four-set victory

Joaquin DeCuman and Chase Stein
September 27, 2024

On Wednesday, Sept. 25, the Archie Willams girls varsity volleyball team played a competitive game against San Rafael High School. The game ended with a final score of 3-1 for their seventh home game of the season. The Falcons fought with high energy and determination throughout the four sets of the game.

The first set began...

The Bears claw past the Falcons in a tough loss for Archie Williams football

Will Fisk and Ian Holton
September 23, 2024

On Saturday, Sep. 21, the Archie Williams varsity football team faced off against the Concord High School Bears in a rough game. The Falcons played on their home turf but, despite the crowd's support, they fell short to the Bears with a final score of 14-45.

The Bears’ offense came out strong in the first quarter. Concord...

Falcons boys varsity water polo soars over San Rafael Bulldogs

James Pope and Parker Fee
September 20, 2024

On Wednesday, Sept. 18, the Archie Williams boys varsity water polo team defeated the San Rafael High School Bulldogs 14-5 in their home pool, securing their third win of the season. With highly competitive play and offensive prowess, the Falcons fought until the end to gain the win.

The first quarter opened with the Falcons beating the Bulldogs in the sprint, securing the first possession. They...

Archie Williams boys cross country sprints to victory

Jasper Stromberg, Reporter
September 19, 2024

On Tuesday, Sept. 17, the Archie Williams boys cross country team took on Redwood High School and San Marin High School for their first league meet of the season at Lake Lagunitas. Fueled by the shadow of Mt. Tamalpais and surrounded by nature, the Falcons took first place.

The Falcons have a strong team and ambitious goals...

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