Arlington Schools Prepare for Action-Packed Sports Weekend

News Summary

This weekend, Arlington high schools are set to welcome back their varsity sports teams for an action-packed lineup of games and matches. From boys’ and girls’ basketball to ice hockey, wrestling, and gymnastics, local athletes are ready to showcase their talent after the holiday break. Fans are encouraged to support their teams as they compete in various exciting events, including crucial matchups featuring the Yorktown Patriots and South Lakes Seahawks in basketball. It’s time to show school spirit and cheer for our incredible student-athletes!

Arlington High Schools Gear Up for Action-Packed Weekend of Sports

Hey Arlington! The holiday breaks are a thing of the past, and it’s time for our varsity high school teams to jump back into action. This weekend promises to be packed with excitement as our local athletes take to the courts, mats, and tracks for a jam-packed lineup of games and matches. So, grab your pom-poms and get ready to cheer for our talented teams!

Basketball Showdowns

Let’s kick things off with the boys’ basketball matchups. Get ready for an electrifying clash as the Yorktown Patriots take on the defending Class 6 state champion South Lakes Seahawks. This exhilarating game is set to go down on the road at 7:30 p.m. It’s sure to be a fierce battle, so don’t miss it!

But that’s not all! Other exciting matchups include:

Evergreen Christian at Bishop O’Connell at 7 p.m.
Potomac School at Bishop O’Connell also at 7 p.m.
Yorktown at Herndon at 7:30 p.m.
Washington-Liberty at Langley at 7:30 p.m.
Marshall at Wakefield at 7:30 p.m.

And don’t forget about the girls! The girls’ basketball teams are ready to showcase their skills as well. The matches include:

Elizabeth Seton at Bishop O’Connell at 6 p.m.
Bishop Ireton at Bishop O’Connell at 3 p.m.
Herndon at Yorktown at 7:30 p.m.
Langley at Washington-Liberty at 7:30 p.m.
Wakefield at Marshall at 7:30 p.m.
Good Counsel at Bishop O’Connell at 6 p.m.

Ice Hockey Insights

Love some ice hockey? We’ve got you covered! The boys’ ice hockey teams will also be on the move this weekend. The Yorktown team will be hitting the ice against Broad Run at 9:20 p.m. at the Ashburn Ice House. Meanwhile, Bishop O’Connell faces off against Bullis at 5 p.m. at Rockville Ice Arena, and St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes will challenge Bishop O’Connell at 3:30 p.m. at MedStar Iceplex. Ice, ice, baby!

Wrestling Matches

Wrestling fans, get ready! The wrestling teams are set for a wild weekend as well. Here’s what’s on the slate:

Bishop O’Connell at Madison County at 9 a.m.
Wakefield at Chantilly at 10 a.m.
Bishop O’Connell at St. Paul VI Catholic at 4 p.m.
Washington-Liberty at Langley at 6 p.m.
Yorktown at Marshall at 6 p.m.

Track & Field and Gymnastics

For those who enjoy watching track and field, don’t miss the indoor meet at Episcopal at 7:30 a.m. Also, the gymnastics teams will be competing with Wakefield heading to Herndon at 5:30 p.m. It’s a busy weekend filled with thrilling action!

Boys and girls from Yorktown and South Lakes are having strong seasons and are expected to be big contenders for district and region championships. This weekend’s sports activities mark a vibrant return to competition for our Arlington high schools after the holiday season. Whether you’re a fan of basketball, wrestling, ice hockey, or gymnastics, there’s something for everyone to look forward to!

Let’s fill the stands, bring our school spirit, and show our support for our incredible student-athletes this weekend. Go teams!