Atoms Athletics FALL Recap
Atoms Golf continue to climb up the district ranks and it showed in 2025 with the Atoms finishing with a 4-3 district record and coming in fourth in the district tournament. It was the first time since 2010 that the Atoms completed a district season with a winning record and finishing fourth or higher. The Atoms were led by region qualifiers Carter Demers and Sophia Sewall who both qualified for a second time. Several golfers on the Atoms had personal best scores at different times throughout the season which helped lead to the record they had. Carter and Sophia represented the Atoms well in the region tournament at Twin Lakes but fell short in their attempt to qualify for the state tournament. Sophia was a couple shots short of qualifying for the women's state open as well. The Atoms graduate several contributors but return two time region qualifier Carter Demers and up and coming golfer Zach Noyes.
Girls Volleyball followed up their 2024 season where they qualified for the region tournament for the first with an even more impressive season in 2025. The Atoms were a team that brought a lot of noise this year to the National District as they completed their season with a 12-4 record that included a stretch of seven straight wins that were all 3-0 sweeps! They completed the season with an 11-3 district record and secured the number two seed in the tournament. The Atoms were unfortunately bounced in the semifinals of the district tournament and lost their first round region game to bring the season to a close. The Atoms graduate five seniors that include first team district and second team region player Esther Jung but return a young hungry core of players including second team district players Miah Henderson and Rachel Bauer and National District Player of Year and first team region selection Kiera Jordan.
Boys Volleyball took a step back this year with the graduation of several key members that led to a district runner up team in 2024. The Atoms welcomed several new players to program this year with many of them seeing significant time on the court for the first time. The Atoms were a gritty team that played hard throughout the season but couldn't quite get over the hump in a couple games. The Atoms were able to secure the 7 seed in the district tournament and fell to Hayfield in the quarterfinals to end their season. The Atoms graduate several seniors including Honorable Mention selection Sylar Simmavong and two year starter Andrew Banks but return second mention player Khang Huynh to a young team hungry to get back on top in 2026.
Field Hockey did it again this year! This time it was shear dominance throughout the season as the Atoms completed their regular season with a 14-3 record including once again going 7-0 in the district, outscoring their opponents 38-2 on their way to securing the number one seed for the fourth year in a year. The Atoms steamrolled through the district tournament, outscoring their opponents 17-0 to win their third National District Championship in four year! However, the Atoms were not done as they dominated Robinson and Lake Braddock in the Occoquan Region Tournament to secure their spot in the region finals and a state bid for the first time in over 20 plus years. The Atoms took on defending state runner up Fairfax in the region final. The crowd was treated to an exciting game that saw the Atoms tie the game late in the fourth quarter to send the game to OT. The Atoms had their chances throughout but it was Fairfax who was able to sneak the game winning goal in to win it. Despite the loss the Atoms traveled to Independence for the state quarterfinals. The Atoms played hard vs a team that was only two years removed from a state championship but unfortunately fell to the Tigers to bring their historic season to a close. The Atoms graduate several seniors who have been vital to the success of the program including first team all district and region players, Sofia Saavedra, Lilly Flores, and Lily Rumpf as well as four time district player of the year, two time region player of the year, and two time first team all state player Callia Uviedo. The Atoms do return some players with great experience including all district selections Ana Crittenden, Miriam Popp, Amalka Benvides, and Josie Robinson who look to continue the success of Atoms field hockey in 2026.
Football had several games that could have a different result if one or two plays went the Atoms way. The Atoms had several games that showed great promise of the team including the second game of the season that saw the Atoms score their season high of 42 in a dominant win at Freedom-Woodbridge. The Atoms played Falls Church hard but an unfortunate bounce off a receivers knee in the endzone on fourth down allowed the Jaguars to slip away at the end. The Atoms didn't play well vs Park View but followed it up with an exciting double OT win over Justice a week later! Despite losses to Edison and Hayfield, in which the scoreboard didn't depict how close the game actually was, the Atoms had their chances to get a win vs both teams. The Atoms completed their home slate with a huge home win over Lewis on Senior Night. The Atoms are graduating several key members of the team including first team selections Adnan Abdul-Haqq, Connor Delaney, and Zade Kreshi but return a strong core of players that include all district selections Nahom Eshete, Alhassan Mattia, and Zach Plank to a team that looks hungry to improve in 2026.
Boys and Girls Cross Country saw the Atoms ran with passion and desire to be better with each race. The girls weren't necessarily led by one individual but ran many of their races as a team and improved with each and every race. The boys program continued their growth from 2024 with several runners improving on their performances and their team mindset again led them to a Occoquan Region qualifying finish in the district championship meet. The Atoms graduate several seniors who have been key to the success and growth of the program under Coach Nic Salazar including first team district runner Connor Uzokoff. The Atoms return a great core of runners who will look to hit the path running in 2026.
CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL OF OUR FALL ATOMS ATHLETES WHO RECEIVED POSTSEASON RECOGNITION!!!
First week of the winter regular seasons officially kick off this Monday! Make sure to get your Atoms passes to show your support! We look forward to picking the weekly recaps up next week!
In the meantime, make sure that you check out the complete list our fall Annandale Atoms athletes who were recognized for postseason teams and a link to their pictures below.
It must be highlighted that two Atoms were recognized as National District Players of the Year in their respective sports! Congratulations to Callia Uviedo and Kiera Jordan!
The success on the field and court were apparent with many Atoms receiving district and region recognition. Several of our Atoms who received recognition were underclassman and shines a light on a bright future across all of our fall programs!
Atoms Recognized for Postseason Teams
We have officially finished our fall seasons with many of our Atoms student-athletes earning postseason All-District and All-Region recognition. These student-athletes worked hard and their achievements should be acknowledged! Check out the recipients using the link below:
Fall 2025 All District and Region Recognition
*All State and some region voting has yet to occur for a few sports*
Winter Sports Pictures
Note: Gymnastics, Indoor Track, Winter Cheer, and Swim & Dive will take pictures on Friday, December 12
Winter sports pictures were take on Thursday, November 20 and Friday, November 21. Online ordering information.
- All images will be posted to our website shortly after picture day.
- Images can be accessed via this link: https://legacyeventphotos.shop/ or at legacyeventphotos.shop
- Please use code 454226 to view your images on the website.
- All ordered sports team photos will be delivered directly to the athlete's home, not returned to the school.
- For assistance with questions or ordering, please contact Legacy Studios directly at customercare@legacystudios.com or 716.512.6336. Please do not contact the school.
Atoms Orchestra Members selected as Junior and Senior District Honor Orchestra
On Tuesday, November 19 Orchestra students auditioned for Junior and Senior District Honor Orchestra.
Congratulations to Kaylee Argueta, Kelly AuNguyen, Ava Carlos, James Chilton, Umi Dalton, Isobel Davis, Katie Jackson, Samira Khalif, Adonis Kim, Nicholas Kreamer, Giselle Moreno, Laura Nguyen, Nattha Poolchuay, Andrea Rivera Perez, Sophia Theissen, Tyson Trieu, Riya Vlcan, Han Vo, and Lyana Vo for making JDHO and SDHO!
We invite you to celebrate their hard work and hear their performance on Saturday, January 17 at Alexandria City High School. We are so proud of all the students who took on this extra opportunity and how much they learned through the process.
Atoms Booster Passes
The Atoms Booster Club’s All-Season passes are a no brainer! The Atoms Pass provides you general admission access to all regular season HOME football, baseball, basketball, soccer, field hockey, lacrosse, volleyball, and wrestling events. With more than nine sports showcased, you can save BIG with the all-season pass! Click the link below to purchase yours today!
25-26 Atoms Booster Pass
ATOMS ONLINE STORE!!
We’re thrilled to share that we have a new Atoms online store! The new store has a variety of brands like Nike, Under Armour, Lululemon, and more. You will find hundreds of different design options, kids and toddler clothing, new accessories, and direct to your door shipping. Grab your gear now and give a gift for the holidays!
ANNANDALE ATOMS ONLINE STORE
Annandale Legacy Wall
**Updated picture of the wall below**
Annandale High School has a rich history of success, community support, and strong alumni base that stretches back to its creation in 1954. There is a legacy that surrounds Annandale that many are proud to be a part of as it feels like home to those who have walked our halls. We want to provide our students, alumni, and community members the opportunity to be a part of the Annandale legacy. Looking for a graduation gift, birthday gift, or to share your own legacy with the Annandale community, then purchase an acrylic block for $100, that will be on displayed along the stadium field wall!
To purchase a block and leave your legacy, click here
*Note orders will be made once the quantity reaches 50 purchased blocks*
For more information, contact Brandon Sutphin
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New Athletic/Activity Registration
Returning Athletes: ALL Families will need to create a NEW ACCOUNT. ONE account per family, where you will be able to register multiple students. Your previous log-in will not work, you must create a new one. Once you create your new account, log-in and register your student for this year.
New Athletes: Please create an account and register for the 2025-2026 school year. You can register for as many sports as you wish.
REGISTER HERE
VHSL Physical Updated Information for 2025-2026
Legislation introduced in the Virginia General Assembly and recently signed into law will result in two significant changes to the athletic pre-participation examination (physical) requirements for FCPS student-athletes:
- Beginning July 1, 2025, athletic physicals will be considered valid for a period of 14 months from the date the form is signed by the medical provider completing the exam. This is the date on page 3 of the VHSL Athletic Participation/Parent Consent/Physical Examination Form (revised January 2021).
- Beginning May 1, 2025, FCPS student-athletes are EXPECTED to have athletic physicals completed on the new VHSL Athletic Participation/Parental Consent/Evaluation Form (revised April 2025).
New VHSL Transfer Information
ALL TRANSFER STUDENTS by default are INELIGIBLE. More information can be found on the FCPS Website.
The NEW Guardian application process must be started before the transfer students is considered "bona fide".
ALL Transfer students must complete the Guardian application process to be declared eligible.
NO TRANSFER IS ELIGIBLE UNTIL THERE IS NOTICE FROM THE GUARDIAN SYSTEM THAT INCLUDES A VHSL CITATION AND POST SEASON ELIGIBILITY.
Athletic Eligibility and Transfer Gateway
Learner's Permit Testing at Annandale
Are you 15 and a half years old (or older) and ready to start your driving journey? Annandale High School is offering the Virginia Learner’s Permit Test after school in Room 43 throughout the school year.
Click HERE for more information.
Any questions can be directed to Lizzie McManus or Morgan Neild
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