Next gen Coupeville hoops stars. (RayLynn Ratcliff photos)
The next generation of Wolf hoop stars is putting in the work today.
A group of incoming Coupeville 5th graders playing SWISH basketball tore up the court this weekend in Arlington, capturing second place at the Hardwood Heat Tournament.
“These boys have worked hard all summer,” said coach RayLynn Ratcliff.
“Joining in on all the youth camps as well as multiple open gyms to grow their skills and love for the game.”
Playing on the mainland, the scrappy Wolves squared off with Lakewood and a Chosen Elite squad, holding their own against the big city ballers.
As Coupeville’s hoops hotshots continue to grow and fine-tune their games, skill is important, but a winning attitude has been their not-so-secret weapon.
“One of the biggest things Brad Sherman and I have been focused on with this group has been JOY!” Ratcliff said.
“Love the game, teamwork and growth!”
The squad is:
Brayden Grinstead
Gabe Ketterling
Hayden Mayes
Abel O’Neil
Braxten Ratcliff
Arlo Richards
Brady Sherman
Nico Strong
Getting that sweet, sweet post-game sugar rush. (RayLynn Ratcliffe photo)
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