 Atoms Athletics Recap
Golf played Edison and Hayfield in a tri-match Wednesday evening at Fort Belvoir. The Atoms played a great match with a team score of 160. However they were just short of the win as Edison and Hayfield scored 158 and 154 respectively as teams to get the win. The Atoms are playing really good golf at the right time as they have their final match Thursday vs Mt. Vernon before the district tournament on Monday, September 29.
Girls Volleyball continued their hot streak of shutouts this week vs Fairfax Home School, Hayfield, and Mount Vernon. The Atoms dismantled Fairfax Home School Monday evening to the tune of 3-0. Tuesday was a match up with Hayfield that saw the Atoms dominate the first two sets over the Hawks. The third set saw the Hawks jump out to an early lead only to see it evaporate as the Atoms stormed back to tie it up at 16. From there it was back and forth before the Atoms put the match away 25-23 to win 3-0. The next night was another home event vs Mt. Vernon. The Atoms looked like they spent some energy the night before as they Majors gave them a match in each set but the Atoms were too much as they ran away and once again won 3-0. The Atoms have won five straight matches 3-0 and look to do it again vs TJ on Thursday.
Boys Volleyball played two matches this week. First was the second game of a doubleheader with Fairfax Home School. The Atoms battled hard throughout ultimately falling 3-2 in five sets. Next up was a trip to Hayfield to take on the Hawks. The Atoms continue to grow and get better with each match but unfortunately were no match for Hawks who sealed the match to the get the district win. The Atoms look to the right the ship as they face TJ on Thursday.
Field Hockey hopped on the bus for a trip to Herndon Monday evening. The Atoms got up 1-0 early in the first half and held that lead for a while before Herndon snuck one by the goalkeeper to tie the score. Unfortunately for the Atoms, the Hornets would add a second one to take the non-district game 2-1. It was a quick turnaround as the Atoms welcomed Lewis to Annandale Tuesday evening. This was a different story as the Atoms were up 5-0 after one quarter and coasted to a 7-0 win over the Lancers. The Atoms look to continue their dominant district run over the last four years as they travel to Justice Thursday evening.
Football welcome district rival Falls Church to campus last night for the annual Beltway Bowl game. The crowd was treated to a competitive game from start to finish. The Atoms got on the board first with a TD pass on the opening play of the game! The Jaguars responded on their first series with a long touchdown run to tie the game at 6. Both teams traded scores back and forth with the Jaguars holding the advantage at halftime. The Atoms cut the game to 6 at 24-18 in the third but that was as close as they would get as the Jaguars were able to hold the Atoms off in the end to get the 44-32 win. The Atoms host Park View Friday evening for Homecoming!
Boys and Girls Cross Country unfortunately had their district meet canceled due to weather and course conditions. The Atoms are running in the Georgetown Prep Invitational today in Maryland.
Purchase a Red Card!
Each fall, our sports programs sell a discount “Red Card” to raise money for their teams. The red cards include various discounts at local businesses including: Glory Days, Subways, Jet’s Pizza, Kilroy’s, Buffalo Wild Wings, Jiffy Lube, and AHS Sports Camps. Red Cards are only $20 and can be used at any of the businesses through October 1, 2026. If you would like to purchase a Red Card, please reach out to a fall athlete or email Brandon Sutphin
Be on the lookout as cards will start filtering through the community from our athletes starting Monday.
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
Friday Night Lights Expectations
The fall season is underway and the tradition that continues is Friday night football at Annandale. As you prepare to attend the game, make sure to read through relevant information for Friday evenings.
- ALL students will be asked to show their ID or SIS account for entry into the game. Annandale students will receive a wristband.
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No backpacks or other bags will be allowed in the stadium. (Students and Adults)
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No outside food or drinks are allowed. The concession stand will be open.
- Students must plan to have their rides waiting for them at 9:30 pm.
- The purpose for attending our football games is to watch the game, cheerleaders, band and dance team.
- We cheer for Annandale and not against our opponent. All cheers should be positive.
- Students planning to attend a game need to leave campus upon school dismissal and return to cheer on the Atoms.
- All students must pre-arrange for transportation and plan to leave immediately after the game.
- Students are expected to be in the stands and not hanging out by the concession stand, bathrooms or other areas; all elementary-aged children must always be supervised by an adult.
- The stadium is now marked with RED and BLACK fence topping. Any section marked in RED means that you are NOT allowed to stand in that area. This is to help keep our athletes safe and the walkways in front of the bleachers clear.
- Anyone who leaves may not re-enter
- Whistles and similar noisemakers are prohibited.
All elementary and middle school students need a parent/guardian to enter and need to be supervised by an adult while at the game. Any elementary or middle school student in violation of this policy will have parents called immediately and are subject to being excluded from future extracurricular events and ticket money will not be refunded.
Fall Sports Pictures
Fall sports pictures will were taken Thursday, August 14 and Friday, August 15. You can order picture online using the link below
- 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 Boosters Concession Stand Help
Attention Parents! Volunteers are needed to sell concessions at games throughout the year, starting with fall sports Football and Volleyball. We welcome any and all parents to volunteer but when parents of a particular sport work a game, a portion of concessions sales directly benefit that team. If you are not able to help directly at home games, there are many ways you can get involved with the Atoms Athletics Boosters by attending our monthly meetings or being a team liaison. Thank you for your support for Atom’s Athletics!
For questions about concession stand sign ups, contact Lissette Puna.
Fall Concession Help
Field Hockey Youth Clinic
Do you have a K-8 grader who is interested in playing field hockey?! Then sign up for our youth clinics and learn more about the game while working on skills and development to become a better field hockey player. Clinics will run Saturday mornings from September 6 to October 25!
Sign up HERE. If you have questions, contact Field Hockey Coach Corin Uviedo
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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