It’s a big day for birthdays.
Somewhere deep in the Pacific Northwest woods, living a quiet second life after he faked his death to escape the buzz of the spotlight, Elvis Presley turns 78 today and celebrates with a fried banana sandwich cake.
And here on Whidbey Island, Coupeville High School’s own version of the king, the most electrifying basketball player in red and black, #22, Gavin O’Keefe, hits the big 1-7.
While he won’t get to play tonight when the Wolves travel to King’s — he’s rehabbing a broken foot — Wolf Nation awaits his return to the court. And, while we do, we offer a look back at the man in action, as shot by his brother Kramer O’Keefe, a star hoops player in his own day.
As you look at the pictures, imagine an announcer wailing his name after each successful three-point bomb.
“Gaaaaaviiiiinnnnn O’Keeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeefe!!”
Happy birthday, Gavin, and best wishes on your comeback. The spotlight awaits your return.
Coupeville Sports 
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