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No rest! Ever!!

Posted in Girls Soccer, GU19 Whidbey Islanders, tagged Gillian Crossley, GU19 Whidbey Islanders, Hailey Erbe, Micky LeVine, Sean LeVine, Soccer on January 25, 2015| Leave a Comment »

Micky LeVine scored one of Whidbey’s two goals Saturday. (John Fisken photo)

Racked by injuries and game-day absences, the GU19 Whidbey Islanders select soccer squad is getting used to playing games with no subs this season.

Field enough players to go (or sometimes, play a man or two down) and they’ll go the full 90 minutes and push you hard. But, it wouldn’t hurt to have a full roster.

“This season has been really tough so far,” said Islanders coach Sean LeVine. “But I believe we have the talent to succeed despite that and we have been in every game.”

Saturday was a case in point, as Whidbey played host Newport FC almost evenly before fatigue and a few bad breaks sent it to a tough 4-2 loss.

Even in defeat, the Islanders had moments of brilliance, with both of their goals being highlight-reel material.

The first one came off the toe of Hailey Erbe, who took a beautifully-slotted through pass from teammate Gillian Crossley and beat the Newport goaltender.

“Their defense incorrectly tried an offsides trap leaving her one-on-one with their keeper,” LeVine said. “Hailey expertly shot the ball into the side netting, freezing their keeper.”

The Islanders struck again when they pulled out their secret weapon — the cannon-like arm of Alyssa Cross.

Airmailing a throw-in, Cross dropped it right in front of the goal, allowing the ever-sneaky Micky LeVine to slide in and punch the ball into the back of the net mere seconds before being bowled over by an uppity Newport defender.

“Alyssa can really throw a ball and it always takes the other team by surprise,” Sean LeVine said with a touch of pride in his voice.

Newport broke the game open with a couple of goals off of plays where the Islanders had no chance to get to the ball, but overall the Islanders stood up well against a constant onslaught.

Whidbey goalie Kenzie Perry recorded an eye-popping 14 saves, while LeVine gave big props to Cross, Lydia Peplinski and Vivien Valles for their hustle and willingness to fight through their fatigue.

The Islanders return to action next Saturday, Jan. 31, when they travel to Renton to play Kent United. Hopefully with a full roster.

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Two Fists, two goals, one win!!

Posted in Girls Soccer, GU19 Whidbey Islanders, tagged "Two Fists", GU19 Whidbey Islanders, Kendra Warwick, Micky LeVine, Seattle United Shoreline, Soccer on December 15, 2014| Leave a Comment »

Micky “Two Fists” LeVine, the goal-scorin’, ice-cream eatin’, big-smilin’ terror of the soccer pitch. (Kerry Rosenkranz photo)

Player of the game Kendra Warwick (center) during an earlier tournament. (Kali Barrio photo)

Having 11 players is overrated.

Low on players once again due to a rash of injuries, illness and vacations (they started the game a man down), the GU19 Whidbey Islanders select soccer squad brushed it off and decimated visiting Seattle United Shoreline 4-2 Sunday.

While a lack of depth (and absolutely no bench) might have been a problem — the Islanders borrowed a guest player from a U16 team and the 11th player showed up several minutes into the contest — the players on the field were primed.

CHS senior Micky LeVine sparked the attack, as the mighty mite known as “Two Fists” popped in a pair of goals — one for each teammate-protecting hand.

Gillian Crossley was actually the first Islander to find pay-dirt, as she messed with the Seattle goalie by drilling the ball off of her, then snatching the rebound on her left foot and sliding it into a now-empty net.

Seattle momentarily knotted the score at 1-1 on a play that even the visiting coach agreed was flat out wrong. Not that he gave the goal back.

“It was a very, very bad out-of-bounds call that should have been ours and when my defense pushed forward to take our throw they called it the other way and they took a quick throw catching us out of position and scored on a one-on-one with our keeper,” said Islander coach Sean LeVine. “The call was so bad that the other team’s coaches agreed that that should have been our ball.”

After a scrum in front of the net resulted in a second quirky goal for Seattle, Whidbey’s offense took over the game and gave Islander goalie Kenzie Perry some breathing room.

Jenna Cooley, a GU16 player making her debut with the Islanders, knocked a superb cross to Micky LeVine, who dazzled a defender and shot past her, sending a gorgeous curling shot that found the near post for “the goal of the game.”

Revived and on the attack, the Islanders poured it on, with Crossley setting up Lydia Peplinski for the game-buster before “Two Fists” hammered home her second score of the afternoon to cap things.

After the fluky goals, Perry was rock-solid, snatching 12 saves to thwart any hopes Seattle might have had of staging a comeback.

With no subs, which meant every Islander played the full 90 minutes, the difference was the conditioning work put in by Whidbey.

“We were the much better team, and despite the result I feel like we did not play to our full potential today,” Sean LeVine said. “It could have easily been 5-0, but again we had no subs, and our players got a full 90 in which makes us better.

“We also got away with no injuries. I’m proud of our conditioning so far this season.”

South Whidbey supernova Kendra Warwick, back in the lineup after missing the previous contest, claimed Player of the Game.

“We really missed her last week,” LeVine said. “Her defensive presence, possession, and leadership proved invaluable today.

“She has the ability to rally the troops and direct traffic, making everyone around her better,” he added. “She is a really special player.”

The Islanders will have several weeks with no games due to the holidays. They return to the pitch with a game Jan. 10 in Redmond against a Crossfire Select team.

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It’s a wrap for Wolf booters!!

Posted in Girls Soccer, tagged CHS Wolves, Erin Rosenkranz, Julia Myers, letter winners, Micky LeVine, Soccer, Troy Cowan on November 15, 2014| Leave a Comment »

Mckenzie Meyer was one of ? freshmen to letter in 2014. (John Fisken photos)

Mckenzie Meyer was one of three freshmen to letter in 2014, joining Mia Littlejohn and Sage Renninger. (John Fisken photos)

Marisa Etzell scored ? goals during her senior season on the pitch.

Marisa Etzell scored four goals during her senior season, second-best on the Wolves behind Micky LeVine, who punched in six.

Senior Christine Fields helped to anchor a tough defense that weathered the loss to injury of two key players in Jenn Spark and Jacki Ginnings.

Senior Christine Fields helped anchor a tough defense that weathered the loss to injury of key players in Jenn Spark and Jacki Ginnings.

It was good to be a Luvera.

The senior duo of Ana and Ivy Luvera each picked up an award Saturday as the Coupeville High School girls’ soccer team closed its best season in program history.

Having finished second in their inaugural season in the Olympic League, the Wolves, who combined a strong core of seniors with a fast-rising group of freshman gunners, had much to celebrate at their awards banquet.

Ana ran away with the Coaches Award, while Ivy received the Defensive Player of the Year Award.

Joining them in copping hardware were senior Erin Rosenkranz (MVP), freshman Mia Littlejohn (Rookie of the Year) and freshman Lauren Bayne (Most Improved).

Rosenkranz and fellow seniors Julia Myers and Marisa Etzell were tabbed as First-Team All-Conference players, while the Wolves received the Olympic League’s sportsmanship award.

Varsity letters went to Bree Daigneault, Etzell, Christine Fields, Jacki Ginnings, Micky LeVine, Littlejohn, Ana Luvera, Ivy Luvera, Mckenzie Meyer, Myers, Sage Renninger, Rosenkranz and Jenn Spark.

Bayne, Kirsten Pelroy, May Rose, Tai Rose, Hanna Seiffert and Ashley Smith received Certificates of Participation.

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“Best soccer team on the Island!!”

Posted in Girls Soccer, tagged CHS Wolves, Julia Myers, Micky LeVine, Soccer, Troy Cowan on November 6, 2014| 1 Comment »

McKenzie Meyer unloads a bomb. (John Fisken photos)

Ana Luvera shoots the ball ahead.

Ivy Luvera dances up-field with the ball.

Bree Daigneault glides into action.

It was the best season in program history.

While a playoff loss to Vashon Island stung, it doesn’t negate what came before, as the Coupeville High School girls’ soccer team finished 6-7-1, claiming second place in its first year in the Olympic League.

From seasoned seniors like Micky LeVine and Jacki Ginnings to impressive freshman such as Mia Littlejohn and Lauren Bayne, the Wolves were a talented, entertaining bunch.

In the moments after the playoffs, CHS coach Troy Cowan reflected on his second season at the helm of the Wolf program:

The Wolves played hard and never quit, which has been a common trait all year!

Captain and four-year varsity starter Erin Rosenkranz played extremely well; she was our spark plug today.

When we were able to make runs, Erin was the catalyst that would initiate our offense and get the ball to her teammates.

I am very proud of Erin and honored to have coached her for the past two seasons. She is a remarkable young lady.

Julia Myers played fantastic.

She has just grown leaps and bounds this year and I couldn’t be happier with her play all season. She was animated, vocal and led the team with her positive attitude.

I don’t have all the stats from the season totaled yet, but I do know Julia has at least 86 saves, while supplying five shut-outs for CHS.

Having seen some great goalkeepers, I am confident when I say Julia Myers is the BEST goalkeeper in our conference; Julia is the ultimate team player!

We have spent the entire season tweaking, interchanging, training and re-training our defense.

When any team loses their two top defensive players (Jacki Ginnings and Jenn Spark) to injuries, it can and will cause some serious issues, but we didn’t panic.

We made adjustments, moved some players around and stayed true to our philosophy of playing defense inside-out.

Led by four-year varsity starter Ivy Luvera, our defense stayed strong and had an outstanding season.

Christine Fields, Mia Littlejohn and Mckenzie Meyer were the backbone of our team and had spectacular seasons.

Ana Luvera, Micky LeVine, Marisa Etzell, Bree Daigneault and Sage Renninger are the hardest working, committed and offensively minded players I have worked with.

These fine young ladies did everything I asked and more. Couldn’t be prouder of them and am extremely thankful for the time and dedication they gave to the program and to each other.

The future of CHS girls’ soccer program is bright!

We have some young, talented players that are hungry for time on the pitch and that are eager to learn and perform.

Jennifer Spark is our only captain now and she is up to the challenge.

Jennifer is recovering from MCL/ACL surgery, but made the LONG trip for our first district HOME match and made it on to the field, albeit sitting in a wheelchair.

Jennifer and I talk frequently and we are both optimistic and excited about next season.

Kirsten Pelroy, May Rose, Tia Rose, Lauren Bayne and Ashley Smith all made huge strides in improving their play and will be impact players next season.

I also need to mention our foreign exchange student, Hanna Seiffert.

Hanna was a real treat; she has a great sense of humor and played hard for the Lady Wolves.

Nicknamed, the “German Missile” by Coach Gary Manker because of her deceptive speed and explosive style of play, she will be missed.

On the bus driving 90 minutes to our “home” match, I told the girls how lucky we were.

Oak Harbor’s soccer team was probably home in bed, South Whidbey’s girls’ soccer team was probably doing the same, but Coupeville’s soccer team was on the pitch still playing!!!

Today, right now, CHS is the BEST soccer team on the Island and that says a lot!

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Loss can’t dim success!!

Posted in Girls Soccer, tagged 1A Olympic League, CHS Wolves, Micky LeVine, Port Townsend, Soccer on November 2, 2014| Leave a Comment »

Micky LeVine scored a team-high six goals as a senior. (John Fisken photos)

Mia Littlejohn is part of a talented group of freshmen who made an impact this season.

It was not an especially thrilling day for the Olympic League.

Two of the league’s three girls’ soccer playoff teams fell in the first day of postseason action Saturday, leaving league champ Klahowya to fend for itself against the forces of the Nisqually League.

Port Townsend, the #3 seed, went down hard, falling 5-0 to Bellevue Christian, while #2 Coupeville was forced to travel 45 miles for a “home” game that they lost 3-0 to Vashon Island.

Despite earning the chance to host their game, the Wolves were denied by a District 3 rule that all playoff games have to be held on turf fields.

That forced CHS to hit the highway early in the AM and travel to Kingston High School.

The loss dropped Coupeville’s final record to 6-7-1, still the strongest mark by far in the school’s limited girls’ soccer history.

The game marked the end of the road for a group of splendid seniors who helped lift the program to new heights.

Julia Myers, Ana Luvera, Christine Fields, Micky LeVine, Erin Rosenkranz, Ivy Luvera, Marisa Etzell and the injured Jacki Ginnings all bowed out on top.

Final scoring totals for the season:

Micky LeVine – 6
Marisa Etzell – 4
Mia Littlejohn – 3
Erin Rosenkranz – 3
Sage Renninger – 2
Lauren Bayne – 1
Jacki Ginnings – 1
Ana Luvera – 1