1A football: Previews, predictions for every WIAA league across the state

VarsityWA previews every 1A league in the state ahead of the 2026 season, including top teams and players to watch, predicted stat leaders and league standings ... and more

Grant Wardenaar, right, Dax Jenks and six-time defending Class 1A champion Royal will again be tough to beat as the undisputed state favorites in 2026. (Lauren Smith / VarsityWA)

The 2026 high school football season kicks off next week across the state of Washington. In the days leading up to Week 1 games, VarsityWA is previewing every league in the state in all six classifications.

Here’s a detailed breakdown of every league competing in the 1A classification: