Coupeville Sports

Youth hoops coaches needed

December 22, 2021 by David Svien

Brad Sherman wants to see your bright, shining face every Saturday. (Photo by JohnsPhotos.net)

Be part of building a strong basketball future for Central Whidbey.

The Coupeville Youth Basketball Association has had a high turnout of players, but now needs more coaches to keep things going.

The time commitment would be one practice per week, plus one game on Saturdays, and you’ll be working with players in K-5.

Prior coaching experience is not required.

“If you’ve never coached before and don’t consider yourself a basketball wizard… that’s OK!,” said Morgan White.

“We will be providing plenty of support, guidance, and direction to help along the way.”

For info or questions, contact the CYBA at coupeville.youth.basketball@gmail.com.

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2021, told in 21 pics

December 21, 2021 by David Svien

Kylie Chernikoff and associates get down with their bad selves. (Photo by JohnsPhotos.net)

They are the 21 images which best capture 2021.

Or, at least the ones which catch my attention the most today.

They’re presented in no particular order, and come from the cameras of eight different snappers.

There’s action, and reaction, and a whole lot of emotion.

So, basically, life.

“One fresh new pair of underwear coming right up!” (Sarah Kirkconnell photo)

Alex Murdy believes he can fly. (Photo by JohnsPhotos.net)

Madison McMillan enjoys her team’s run to the state tourney. (Jackie Saia photo)

Carolyn Lhamon, droppin’ buckets from the heavens. (Photo by JohnsPhotos.net)

Bow Down to Cow Town! (Jackie Saia photo)

Brutally cold, yet three generations of the McGranahan’s still showed up for a softball game. (Photo by JohnsPhotos.net)

“Just let me stick the landing!” (Photo by JohnsPhotos.net)

Jill Prince makes the catch of the year, bare-handed. You had to be there to fully appreciate the degree of difficulty. (Photo by JohnsPhotos.net)

When you’re going to the state tourney, and everyone is happy in their own way. (Jennifer Heaton photo)

“Bye!” Scott Hilborn is off to the end zone. (Photo by JohnsPhotos.net)

“We run this prairie!” (Eileen Stone photo)

Ben Smith hurtles downhill. (Photo by JohnsPhotos.net)

Lyla Stuurmans (4) is in a good mood. (Photo by JohnsPhotos.net)

Soccer on a lovely fall day… (Robert Wood photo)

Cross country ace Catherine Lhamon gets some love from mom Helene. (Photo by JohnsPhotos.net)

Dominic Coffman drops the hammer. (Photo by JohnsPhotos.net)

Middle school runners enjoy a tasty beverage — the best part of any meet. (Elizabeth Bitting photo)

Mollie Bailey has a heartfelt conversation with her #1 fan. (Photo by JohnsPhotos.net)

No volleyball escapes Maddie Georges. Ever. (Photo by JohnsPhotos.net)

Joy. Pure joy. (Morgan White photo)

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Coupeville duo soar on the big stage

December 20, 2021 by David Svien

Gabriella Gebhard and Walker, her faithful canine companion, are burning up the dog show circuit. (Photos courtesy Stephanie Gebhard)

Straight out of Coupeville, they wowed the big city judges.

CHS freshman Gabriella Gebhard and her English Setter, Walker “Set’r Ridge’s Legend in the Making,” were in Orlando, Florida, this weekend, competing with the nation’s best.

The duo made the first cut, then narrowly missed the second cut while vying with 141 juniors at the prestigious American Kennel Club National Championships presented by Royal Canin.

“(Making) the first cut was her goal in this kind of group,” said mom Stephanie Gebhard. “She felt good about it for her first year.”

Striking that perfect pose.

Gabriella, who has been winning titles left and right, was also awarded for being one of the top 10 sporting juniors in the US.

She has been ranked as high as #2 in the nation this season, and is intent on continuing her run to one day qualify for Westminster.

When not showing dogs, Gebhard was also a successful cross country runner during her middle school days.

“Good job, boy!”

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Hoops on hold, but photos percolate

December 20, 2021 by David Svien

Nick Guay slashes to the hoop. (Photos by JohnsPhotos.net)

How many days until games return?

A few.

Right now, Coupeville High School basketball players aren’t scheduled to be back in action until Jan. 4.

Until then, some photos to tide you over — with today’s batch featuring the Wolf boys.

Caleb Meyer goes airborne.

Ryan Blouin contemplates his place in the universe.

Wolf varsity players eyeball the action at a JV game.

Jonathan Valenzuela delivers the goods.

A pack of Wolves scramble for a loose ball.

Hunter Smith enjoys the moment.

Quinten Simpson-Pilgrim hauls in a rebound.

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Hit pause, marinate in moment

December 19, 2021 by David Svien

Logan Downes pops a shot for the undefeated Wolves. (Photos by JohnsPhotos.net)

The CHS girls are in a second-place tie heading into the holidays.

And now, a break.

The Coupeville High School varsity basketball teams reached the holiday shutdown in different fashion, but both are sitting pretty in the standings.

The Wolf boys had their final two games of 2021 — including a first-place battle with Mount Vernon Christian — postponed due to Covid concerns.

Meanwhile, the CHS girls did make it on to the court to play MVC, but also saw a non-conference duel with South Whidbey preempted.

All of the missing games are expected to be rescheduled.

Unless those contests land earlier on an altered schedule than expected, neither Wolf squad will be back on the floor in game action until Jan. 4.

For now, Coupeville can prep for 2022 knowing its boys are in first-place in the Northwest 2B/1B League, and its girls are just a game off of the same status.

Bring on the eggnog, and marinate in the moment.

Where things stand, through games of Dec. 18:

Northwest League boys basketball: