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Smooth start, bumpy finish

Posted in Girls Basketball, tagged , , , , on February 3, 2024| Leave a Comment »

Adie Maynes debates her options. (Photos by JohnsPhotos.net)

The basket is a fickle mistress.

Early Saturday afternoon the net was super receptive to the shots offered up by the Coupeville High School JV girls’ basketball squad.

Later, not so much.

That explains how an 18-10 Wolf advantage slipped away, with the game ending 35-26 in favor of visiting Orting.

The non-conference loss drops CHS to 5-7 on the season, with one clash left on the schedule.

That will arrive Tuesday in La Conner, as Kassie O’Neil’s pack of feisty Wolves wrap a season in which fielding a consistent schedule has been tough.

That’s why Saturday’s rumble with Orting, a 2A school out of Pierce County, was added at the last second.

Coupeville’s JV has one game left on the schedule.

Going in Saturday, the young Wolves had little idea what to expect from the visiting Cardinals, who arrived late and took a few minutes to get back up to speed.

Coupeville jumped on Orting from the opening tip, with Haylee Armstrong raining down buckets as the home team built a 12-6 advantage midway through the first quarter.

While the Cardinals trimmed the margin back to 12-10 at the break, the Wolves kept pushing.

Buckets from Ari Cunningham, Bryley Gilbert, and Brynn Parker to open the second shoved the lead back out to 18-10, giving CHS its biggest lead of the afternoon.

And then the basket — at least the one on Coupeville’s end of the floor — went out of business.

Orting closed the second quarter on a 7-0 tear to slice the Wolf lead down to 18-17 at the half, then dominated play in the third.

Parker drilled an absolutely gorgeous jumper to open things, while Gilbert made off with a steal and converted the breakaway bucket, but those were the only CHS points in the frame.

The Cardinals claimed the lead off a short bank shot set up by a steal, then ran away with things, carrying a 29-22 lead into the final frame.

Adie Maynes knocked down a pair of fourth quarter buckets, while defensive terror Ava Lucero rattled the Orting ballhandlers while flying end to end and frequently diving for loose balls.

But it wasn’t enough offense for Coupeville to get back in the game, and the visitors converted just enough chances down the stretch to hold the Wolves off.

While Coupeville’s final point total wasn’t enough to carry the day, the squad did share the scoring load, with six different players rattling the rim.

Armstrong and Maynes tied for team honors with six points apiece, while Cunningham (4), Gilbert (4), Parker (4), and Lexis Drake (2) also got on the board.

Capri Anter, Chelsi Stevens, and Lucero rounded out the active roster on the day.

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Buckets rain down, scorekeepers stay busy

Posted in Basketball, tagged , , , , on January 29, 2024| Leave a Comment »

Adie Maynes lines up a free throw. (Photo by JohnsPhotos.net)

As the latter stages of the season unfold, the numbers continue to tick upwards.

Coupeville High School basketball players have combined to score 2,679 points this season, with 10 different Wolves notching 100 or more.

Even after going scoreless for the first time this season, due to a first quarter injury, senior Logan Downes is WAY out in front of everyone in the scoring race.

The battle for #2, however, is much closer, with JV player Camden Glover 17 points up on varsity star Chase Anderson.

Having rained down buckets, Riley Lawless heads off to enjoy a refreshing beverage. (Ember Light photo)

In the week ahead, the Wolf boys play once, hosting Friday Harbor Feb. 2, while the CHS girls take the court on back-to-back days, with Orting visiting Cow Town Feb. 3.

As we move ahead, a look at where individual scoring stats sit:

 

Varsity – Girls
(17 games)

Katie Marti – 133
Mia Farris – 101
Madison McMillan – 75
Lyla Stuurmans – 55
Teagan Calkins – 54
Jada Heaton – 36
Skylar Parker – 15
Haylee Armstrong – 12
Kayla Arnold – 3
Reese Wilkinson – 3
Bryley Gilbert – 2
Brynn Parker – 2

 

JV – Girls
(10 games)

Haylee Armstrong – 114
Tenley Stuurmans – 61
Bryley Gilbert – 34
Capri Anter – 28
Brynn Parker – 23
Adie Maynes – 17
Lexis Drake – 14
Teagan Calkins – 9
Taylor Marrs – 6
Ari Cunningham – 5
Chelsi Stevens – 5

**Missing 26 points​​**

 

Varsity – Boys
(18 games)

Logan Downes – 416
Chase Anderson – 163
Cole White – 152
Ryan Blouin – 104
Hunter Bronec – 74
Nick Guay – 48
Hurlee Bronec – 25
Zane Oldenstadt – 25
William Davidson – 12
Aiden O’Neill – 7
Mikey Robinett – 6
Timothy Nitta – 5
Quinten Simpson-Pilgrim – 4

 

JV – Boys:
(14 games)

Camden Glover – 180
Jack Porter – 145
Johnny Porter – 119
Aiden O’Neill – 95
Landon Roberts – 78
Riley Lawless – 54
Malachi Somes – 38
Jayden McManus – 36
Davin Houston – 29
Easton Green – 21
Makai Myles – 6
Sage Arends – 4

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CMS girls’ hoops season on horizon

Posted in Girls Basketball, Middle School, tagged , , , , on December 30, 2023| Leave a Comment »

Wolf 8th grader Adie Maynes, here playing defense in a high school game, will get two seasons of basketball this school year. (Photo by JohnsPhotos.net)

Their moment is coming.

Coupeville Middle School girls get their crack at basketball in the new year, with an eight-game season running from early February to early March.

It’ll actually be a continuation for some of the 8th graders, as a pack of those Wolves are currently playing on the high school’s JV team.

When they make a return visit to middle school action, they’ll be joined by other 8th graders, as well as players from 7th and 6th.

Bennett Richter is scheduled to be back as coach, while the school is currently looking for a new running mate for him to replace the departed Mia Littlejohn.

 

The schedule:

Thur-Feb. 8 — South Whidbey — (3:15)
Tues. Feb. 13 — @ Granite Falls — (3:15)
Thur-Feb. 15 — @ Sultan — (3:15)
Tues-Feb. 20 — @ Northshore Christian — (3:15)
Thur-Feb. 22 — King’s — (3:15)
Tue-Feb. 27 — Lakewood — (3:30)
Thur-Feb. 29 — Sultan — (3:15)
Thur-Mar. 7 — @ South Whidbey — (3:30)

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Help Whidbey sluggers chase diamond dreams

Posted in Fundraisers, Softball, tagged , , , , on October 24, 2023| Leave a Comment »

One Whidbey, whipping up on big city teams. (Photos courtesy Kristi Stevens)

The Vipers are ready to strike.

Now they just need a little help from their fan club.

A pack of hard-hitting, slick-fielding girls form the Whidbey Island Vipers, a 14U travel softball team gearing up to play near and far over the months to come.

The squad, which kicked things off with a season-opening tourney this past weekend, is in its first year.

Coached by Grant Van Dyke, with help from Mason Strevel and Whidbey softball guru Jim Wheat, the Vipers are comprised of 14 players.

Shea Allison reps Oak Harbor, while the South end has sent Sophie Zeigler, Jolene Coleman, Kennedy Strevel, and Lena Heggenes.

The Vipers rock Halloween costumes at their first early-season tourney.

The core of the team hails from Coupeville, with Haylee Armstrong, Chelsi Stevens, Emma Cushman, Sydney Van Dyke, Capri Anter, Abby Whitney, Ava Lucero, Cameron Van Dyke, and Adie Maynes calling Cow Town home.

Tournament play will take the Vipers off-Island on a regular basis, and the team is seeking a financial boost from local fans to help with expenses.

The Whidbey softball player you sponsor today may be the star of tomorrow.

 

To help out, pop over to:

https://www.gofundme.com/f/island-vipers-select-all-island-softball-team

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Fab finale for CMS spikers

Posted in Middle School, Volleyball, tagged , , , , , on October 23, 2023| Leave a Comment »

Tenley Stuurmans warms up her spiking arm. (Photos by JohnsPhotos.net)

The Wolves delivered a knockout punch in the finale.

Wrapping its season in style Monday, the Coupeville Middle School varsity volleyball squad rallied on the road to stun Lakewood in a three-set thriller.

It was only the second loss this season for the Cougars, who funnel players to a large 2A high school.

Before Monday’s KO, Lakewood had only fallen to private school terror King’s.

While Coupeville’s JV teams weren’t able to win in their matchups, both of those squads capped seasons of improvement, especially the “B” unit.

How the finales played out:

 

Varsity:

Coming off of a tense two-match duel with South Whidbey last week, the Wolves pulled off the win of the season.

Building strongly through the match, Coupeville came out on top 19-25, 26-24, 15-8 to capture its third win of the season.

“Our girls truly demonstrated their determination and resilience, making it an unforgettable last game,” said CMS coach Cris Matochi.

“Despite facing some ups and downs, our team was more than prepared to face Lakewood and pressed on the gas pedal when it mattered the most.”

Adie Maynes defies the laws of physics.

Everything was seemingly against the Wolves — a long bus ride, a highly rated foe, the absence of key player Sydney Van Dyke, who was nursing an injury.

None of it mattered, as Coupeville’s active players pulled together and played as a well-oiled unit.

“A remarkable display of teamwork,” Matochi said. “Our players exhibited an impressive ability to keep the ball in play throughout the game.

“Their determination to take care of business was evident,” he added.

“The fact that the team rallied together and leaned on one another in Sydney’s absence speaks volumes about the strength and unity within our squad.”

Lakewood actually had match point at 24-23 in the second set, only for the Wolves to snatch the momentum back.

“We were not ready to go home and came back from the ashes stronger than ever,” Matochi said.

“Our serving was great tonight, and our defensive performance and serve receive were solid.

“The rallies were long and intense, but our players kept fighting for every point, demonstrating unwavering commitment and teamwork.”

As he looks back on the season, with its highs and lows, Matochi is grateful for the experience.

“(Fellow coach) Kristina (Hooks) and I would like to take this opportunity to extend our heartfelt gratitude to all of our players, as well as the parents and guardians who have supported us throughout this incredible season,” he said.

“Their dedication and unwavering support have been instrumental in our growth, and we couldn’t be more appreciative.”

In the moment, he wants his players to bask in their ability to mesh as a team, while also casting an eye on what they can accomplish in the future.

“As we reflect on this fantastic season, let’s celebrate this remarkable victory against Lakewood and look forward to what the future holds for our team,” Matochi said.

“The hard work, passion, and unity that define us will undoubtedly lead to more memorable moments on the volleyball court within years to come.”

Maynes and fellow 8th graders Rhylin Price (14) and Willow Leedy-Bonifas exit with a win.

 

JV – Level A:

The Wolves ran into a buzzsaw, falling 25-9, 25-7, 15-10.

While there were some bright moments for Coupeville, inconsistency killed any chances of mounting a truly strong fight.

“It seems like the team may have faced some challenges in today’s game due to a lack of focus and preparation during their recent practice sessions,” Hooks said.

“Additionally, Lakewood’s strong serving may have posed a tough challenge for our team’s serve receive.”

 

JV – Level B:

While the Wolves lost 25-20, 25-10, 15-13, the young guns continue to impress Hooks with their work as individuals and as a team.

“These girls are just happy to be out on the court and it shows,” she said. “They didn’t pay attention to the score at all and were always supportive of their teammates.”

Hooks offered particular praise for Alexandra Lo, whose upbeat personality has provided a guiding light for the team.

“I was impressed to see Alex step up and be a leader on the court,” Hooks said.

“She would tell her teammates to move up or back depending on how deep or short the serve had been landing.

“She always has a positive attitude, and you can tell that she wants her AND her teammates to do well.”

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