The sports year for 2011 was loaded with competitive events and filled with numerous athletic achievements by teams and individuals specific to the Sun Gazette’s coverage area in Arlington.

Following is a list of what the sports staff at the Sun Gazette ranked as the top 20 highlights in 2011 that were reported in our paper.

1. Yorktown Football

The Yorktown High School football team completed its first undefeated regular season in school history with a 10-0 record, won the National District championship with a 7-0 mark, finished second in the Northern Region, and set a single-season school record for victories with 12. In addition, longtime Yorktown coach Bruce Hanson won his 200th career game during the 2011 campaign.