WIAA 1A championship preview: Can Cashmere interrupt Royal's extended run of historical glory?

Game preview, stat leaders, predictions ahead of Saturday's Class 1A football state championship game at Husky Stadium

Junior Dax Jenks (6) is coming off a career-high rushing performance against Lynden Christian — 226 yards, five touchdowns — in the semifinals ahead of five-time defending state champion Royal’s return to the Class 1A state title game. (Lauren Smith / VarsityWA)

At long glance, many would consider the hill too steep to climb in Class 1A football in Washi…