Coupeville Sports

College chucker earns academic praise

August 4, 2026 by David Svien

Taygin Jump uncorks a throw last season. (Photo property Plattsburgh State track and field)

She throws big, she studies big.

Coupeville grad Taygin Jump, who is heading into her senior year at Plattsburgh State in New York, was named Tuesday to the Eastern Athletic Communications Association 2025-26 Academic Honor Roll.

It’s the second time the former Wolf has received the honor, which makes her a perfect 2-for-2, as you have to be a sophomore before you can earn the status, which is given to student/athletes who maintain a 3.4 cumulative GPA or higher.

Jump, who is majoring in Environmental Planning & Management, is a member of the Plattsburgh women’s track and field team, where she has competed in the shot put, hammer, javelin, discus, and weight throw for the Cardinals.

Before trekking off to the Big Apple, Aleksia and Khanor’s big sis played school and travel volleyball, while also being a track star for CHS.

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Fall soccer registration closes Saturday

August 3, 2026 by David Svien

It’s the final week, and they want to hear from you.

Registration for the fall season of Central Whidbey Soccer closes this Saturday, August 8, and the league still needs players in several divisions to have full rosters.

All levels are still accepting players, but there is a particular need for girls and boys U8 booters, as well as girls U12 and coed U15.

For more info and to register before it’s too late, pop over to:

https://www.centralwhidbeysoccer.com/

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Vipers shine at All-State

August 3, 2026 by David Svien

Capri Anter shows off her new hardware. (Bettie Sifuentes-Hart photo)

One final time, with style.

Five members of the Island Vipers travel softball squad, including four who hail from Coupeville, participated this past weekend in the Washington-Oregon All-State Games, hosted by USSSA.

The event, held in Kent, featured a skills competition, on‑field activities, and the chance for each player to see action in two games.

L to r, Vipers Capri Anter, Adeline Maynes, Cami Van Dyke, Sydney Van Dyke, and Sophie Zeigler bring their season to a close. (Photo courtesy Adeline Maynes)

Players were nominated for the season-closing affair, and wore their team uniforms, creating a tapestry of different outfits befitting an all-star rumble.

Repping the Vipers were CHS students Cami Van Dyke, Adeline Maynes, Capri Anter, and Sydney Van Dyke, as well as South Whidbey slugger Sophie Zeigler, who whacked a home run during the event.

Sophie Zeigler went yard while playing at the all-state event. (Photo property USSSA softball)

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Race the Reserve almost here

August 2, 2026 by David Svien

Aleksia Jump (and support crew) celebrate after the 2024 edition of Race the Reserve. (Photo courtesy Christina Jump)

It’s the final countdown.

Cue up some Europe on the soundtrack and batten down the hatches, as Race the Reserve is just six days away.

The biggest fundraiser for Coupeville High School’s seniors, this year’s event goes down Saturday, August 8, and features a 5K, 10K, and half marathon.

You can still register up to the day of the race or get all your paperwork done now and be prepared in advance.

Once launched, Race the Reserve will raise money for the Class of 2027, with proceeds “supporting safe and sober graduation activities.”

For more info, or to register, pop over to:

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To volunteer at the event, check out:

https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/10C0448A9AF2DA0FFC61-62841214-consessions?useFullSite=false

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Stuurmans shares in academic honors

July 30, 2026 by David Svien

Lyla Stuurmans

Lyla Stuurmans was part of a landmark team.

The Coupeville High School grad is heading into her sophomore season of playing volleyball at Skagit Valley College, but first the former Wolf and her fellow Cardinal spikers can bask in the afterglow of last year.

For the first time in program history, SVC volleyball earned the American Volleyball Coaches Association Team Academic Award, which is given to squads who maintain a year-long 3.3 GPA or higher.

Stuurmans and crew finished the 2025-2026 academic year with a team GPA of 3.52, soaring well above the requirements.

While they were showcasing their big brains, the Cardinals also did well on the court, finishing 17-15.

Stuurmans played in 30 of 32 matches, racking up 175 kills, 73 digs, eight solo blocks, 41 block assists, and 21 service aces.

SVC kicks off its new season August 21, with matches against Whatcom College, which features former CHS star Mia Farris, set for Oct. 7 and 30.