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CMS spikers celebrate in an earlier match. (Julie Wheat photo)

They’re showing great promise.

Through three matches, Coupeville Middle School volleyball players continue to display ever-growing skill and a never-say-die attitude.

While the Wolves weren’t able to topple powerhouse King’s Monday, the Wolves did give their hosts a furious fight, winning a set in each rumble.

“The girls did great yesterday,” said CMS coach Shaloma Allen. “They are growing as a team, and we all had a great time.”

Ready to rock ‘n roll. (Photo courtesy Shaloma Allen)

 

How Coupeville fared:

 

Varsity:

King’s held on for a 25-19, 17-25, 15-11 win, ultimately nipping the Wolves by just two points total.

“Varsity battled hard against a tough opponent,” Allen said.

“The team’s progress is undeniable. Each match, they’re gelling more as a unit, and their skills are sharpening with every play.”

 

JV:

Another close one, with King’s only finishing three points better in a 26-24, 20-25, 15-9 nailbiter.

“The junior varsity team also brought their A-game!” Allen said. “Their consistent improvement is something special.

“These players are learning fast and playing with so much heart!”

 

C-Team:

Coupeville came out blazing, winning the first set 26-24, before King’s rebounded to snag the next two frames 25-14 and 15-3 for the victory.

“The C-Team started strong, showcasing their potential and teamwork,” Allen said. “Sets two and three were tougher, but their spirit never wavered.

“This group is laying a solid foundation, and I’m excited to see their growth as the season continues.”

 

After back-to-back road trips, Coupeville plays its next three at home, starting with a match against Granite Falls this Thursday, Oct. 9 at 3:15 PM.

Allen is looking forward to Wolf fans getting a chance to see the spikers in action up close and personal.

“All three teams showed resilience, teamwork, and a positive attitude that makes coaching them such a joy,” she said.

“We’re building momentum and can’t wait to keep pushing forward in our next game!”

Enjoying a ferry ride while knowing your next three matches are at home. (Photo courtesy Shaloma Allen)

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Runing like the wind. (Amber Wyman photos)

“I’m really proud of my runners. They’re putting in serious miles.”

Amber Wyman’s harriers got a chance to show off their fleet feet Saturday, participating in the 29th annual John Payne XC Invitational at University Place.

The mega-event, which featured both high school and middle school races, drew upwards of 150 teams.

It made for a long, but thrilling day for the CMS runners, who zipped across a 1.5-mile course.

“A great day!” Wyman said. “Beautiful weather, fun crowd and lots of running!

“Several (Wolves) are close too or have gone over 100 miles at practice,” she added. “They are working so hard, and it is paying off!”

Coupeville keeps things hopping with another road trip next Saturday, Oct. 11, when it heads to Granite Falls to vie in the Mountain Loop Invitational.

The Wolves get a bit rowdy.

 

Saturday results:

 

GIRLS:

Anna Powers (10th) 10:05.9
Abby Hunt (26th) 11:21.4
Claire Lachnit (41st) 11:54.8
Ava Clark (61st) 12:42.7
Liberty Perez (69th) 12:57.8
Seraphina Williams (106th) 14:26.8

 

BOYS:

Henry Purdue (11th) 9:06.6
Lincoln Wagner (12th) 9:07.4
Colton Ashby (19th) 9:32.8
Archer Schwarz (20th) 9:33.0
Nicholas Strong (21st) 9:39.1
Jesse Kehoe (36th) 9:58.3
Mica McCloskey (74th) 10:56.4
Cole Van Dyke (89th) 11:17.4
Les Queen (92nd) 11:22.6
Elijah Williams (106th) 11:50.8
Hayden Maynes (119th) 12:34.7
Johnathyn Driscoll (122nd) 12:43.7
Oliver Miller (142nd) 13:29.1

Queens of the cross country world.

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“Get back here!” (Julie Wheat photo)

“They all played their hearts out.”

While the Coupeville Middle School volleyball teams couldn’t quite come up with any wins Thursday in Sultan, the young Wolves impressed their coaches.

After having Tuesday’s trip to Lakewood bumped to Oct. 21 at the last second, CMS spiker guru Shaloma Allen was just thrilled to see her girls hit the floor — “The kids had a lot of energy” — and the addition of a new helper.

Katie Rohrbach joined Allen on the bench, providing another veteran voice.

“Yesterday was her first day. She was phenomenal with the girls and I’m looking forward to seeing her add her skills to the team.”

The Wolves howl in Sultan. (Shaloma Allen photo)

Playing in the wilds of Sultan, the Wolves pushed the Turks, but all three squads fell in the end.

The Coupeville varsity lost 25-19, 25-14, 14-16, while the JV was nipped 25-17, 25-10, 15-12. The C-Team came up on the short end of a 25-20, 21-25, 15-4 tally.

All three Wolf teams sit at 0-2 on the young season, with their next action involving a road trip to King’s Oct. 6.

Celebrate good times, come on. (Shaloma Allen photo)

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Anna Powers (far left), seen here last year, has won back-to-back cross country races. (Amber Wyman photo)

Anna Powers is setting a torrid pace.

The Coupeville Middle School 8th grade cross country ace made it two wins in a row, outrunning a field of 65 girls Thursday at a seven-team home meet at Fort Casey State Park.

Powers finished nearly 13 seconds ahead of her nearest competitor to claim the title.

The boys individual crown went to South Whidbey 7th grader Wesley Samuelson, who out dueled 108 foes in his race.

Coupeville’s Henry Purdue and Lincoln Wagner were hot on his heels, finishing third and fourth, respectively, on the 1.7 mile-course.

The South enders claimed both team titles, with the Wolf boys landing in second place while their female counterparts finished fourth.

Coupeville returns to action almost immediately, hitting the trails at the John Payne XC Invitational Saturday at University Place.

 

Thursday results:

GIRLS:

Anna Powers (1st) 11:03.55
Sarai Dangerfield (4th) 11:32.38
Abby Hunt (20th) 12:56.12
Claire Lachnit (25th) 13:12.86
Ava Clark (34th) 14:06.58
Liberty Perez (42nd) 15:32.13
Seraphina Williams (46th) 16:20.48

 

BOYS:

Henry Purdue (3rd) 9:39.36
Lincoln Wagner (4th) 9:39.63
Colton Ashby (11th) 10:13.41
Archer Schwarz (13th) 10:19.29
Jesse Kehoe (18th) 10:43.69
Nicholas Strong (24th) 11:07.67
Mica McCloskey (35th) 11:48.04
Cole Van Dyke (58th) 12:51.53
Les Queen (63rd) 13:16.31
Johnathyn Driscoll (66th) 13:23.81
Miles Abram (71st) 13:39.48
Elijah Williams (78th) 13:56.89
Hayden Maynes (79th) 13:58.18
Oliver Miller (80th) 14:08.96

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Speedy, one and all. (Amber Wyman photos)

Anna Powers can’t be caught.

The Coupeville Middle School 8th grader outran the field Friday at the Return of the Salmon Cross Country Invitational in Sultan, claiming first-place in a field of 64 runners.

Powers victory, in which she beat her nearest rival by five-plus seconds, put a cap on a strong all-around day for the Wolves, who placed six runners — two girls and four boys — in the top 10.

Coupeville’s boys finished second in the team standings, almost catching powerhouse South Whidbey, while the Wolf girls were a solid third.

“We have some really strong runners!” said happy CMS coach Amber Wyman after her team finished the 3,000-meter races.

The Wolves will get another chance to show that next Thursday, Oct. 2, but closer to home.

CMS hosts a six-team Cascade League meet at Fort Casey State Park that day.

The pack is on the attack.

 

Friday results:

GIRLS:

Anna Powers (1st) 11:47.80
Sarai Dangerfield (5th) 12:26.80
Claire Lachnit (20th) 14:07.70
Liberty Perez (26th) 14:51.60
Abby Hunt (33rd) 15:33.60
Ava Clark (34th) 15:47.70
Seraphina Williams (50th) 18:46.20

 

BOYS:

Henry Purdue (4th) 10:25.20
Lincoln Wagner (7th) 10:40.30
Colton Ashby (8th) 10:46.40
Archer Schwarz (9th) 11:01.70
Jesse Kehoe (21st) 12:01.50
Nicholas Strong (23rd) 12:05.70
Mica McCloskey (30th) 12:47.10
Les Queen (38th) 13:38.40
Johnathyn Driscoll (44th) 13:56.10
Elijah Williams (48th) 14:11.20
Hayden Maynes (50th) 14:39.70
Oliver Miller (60th) 15:45.90
Miles Abram (66th) 16:14.20

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