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“Everyone played exceptionally well”

Posted in Girls Tennis, tagged CHS Wolves, Dahlia Miller, girls tennis, Tenley Stuurmans, The Bush School on April 27, 2025| Leave a Comment »

Mila Light slaps a winner. (Photos by JohnsPhotos.net)

“Everyone played exceptionally well and showed real determination on the court.”

Playing under sunny skies on the prairie Friday, the Coupeville High School girls’ tennis team held its own with its ritzy private school rival, battling to a 3-3 tie with The Bush School in varsity action.

The Wolves swept all three singles matches, with Tenley Stuurmans and Dahlia Miller remaining unbeaten on the season.

“Our singles players continue to dominate on the court,” said CHS coach Starla Seal.

“They delivered impressive performances this week, showing grit, smart play, and strong court presence.

“Their focus and consistency were key to our team’s success, and we’re proud of the strength they show on court.”

Chloe Ferguson awaits an incoming serve.

While The Bush School was able to pull out victories in the doubles matches, Coupeville’s coaches were pleased with the effort they saw from their players.

“A special shoutout to the Light sisters (Ember and Mila), who brought great energy and teamwork in their doubles match,” Seal said.

“Their fight and chemistry were clear, and we’re excited to see what they bring to the next match!”

The match marked the return of Sofia Phay from an injury, and she reunited with Kauri Hamilton as if the duo had never been apart.

“Their teamwork and trust in one another create a solid foundation, allowing them to stay composed under pressure and adapt well mid-match,” Seal said.

“It’s clear they enjoy playing together, and their chemistry has become a real asset to the team.”

Friday’s results:

Varsity:

1st Singles — Tenley Stuurmans won 8-1

2nd Singles — Dahlia Miller won 8-1

3rd Singles — Brynn Parker won 8-3

1st Doubles — Ember Light/Mila Light lost 8-5

2nd Doubles — Brynn Parker/Delanie Lewis lost 8-4

3rd Doubles — Sofia Phay/Kauri Hamilton lost 8-3

JV:

4th Doubles — Samantha Wallace/Miles Gerber lost 8-6

5th Doubles — Chloe Ferguson/Rowan Stoner lost 8-2

6th Doubles — Savannah Coxsey/Ashley Wells lost 6-1

Savannah Coxsey sends a ball screaming back across the net.

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Doubly delightful day for netters

Posted in Girls Tennis, tagged CHS Wolves, girls tennis, Granite Falls, road trip, Tenley Stuurmans on April 24, 2025| Leave a Comment »

Tenley Stuurmans won twice Wednesday in Granite Falls. (Bailey Thule photo)

Shuffle the lineup, shuffle the results.

Coupeville and Granite Falls coaches agreed to play Wednesday’s non-conference girls’ tennis match with an emphasis on doubles action, and the Wolves came away with their first team win of the season.

The Tigers, who were playing host, requested that CHS singles players be paired with newer teammates and play pro sets, creating a different learning experience.

“Mashed up the doubles teams and brought some doubles teams back together,” said CHS coach Starla Seal. “Experienced players could act as a guide for the new players.

“Overall, it was a good match.”

With the action moving along at a good clip, the teams even had time to play two singles matches at the end, with Wolf netters Tenley Stuurmans and Dahlia Miller remaining undefeated on the campaign.

Coupeville will be back at home Friday, hosting The Bush School in a non-league tilt — the team’s second-to-last home rumble of the spring.

Brynn Parker battles for a point. (Photo by JohnsPhotos.net)

Wednesday’s results:

1st Singles — Tenley Stuurmans won 8-1

2nd Singles — Dahlia Miller won 8-3

1st Doubles — Ember Light/Dahlia Miller won 8-3

2nd Doubles — Tenley Stuurmans/Mila Light won 8-2

3rd Doubles — Brynn Parker/Miles Gerber won 8-6

4th Doubles — Sofia Phay/Ashley Wells lost 8-4

5th Doubles — Ember Light/Mila Light won 8-1

6th Doubles — Samanatha Wallace/Hailey Goldman lost 8-4

7th Doubles — Samantha Wallace/Hailey Goldman lost 8-2

8th Doubles — Chloe Ferguson/Rowan Stoner lost 9-8(7-0)

9th Doubles — Savannah Coxsey/Ashley Wells lost 4-2

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Scrappy netters fight for every point

Posted in Girls Tennis, tagged CHS Wolves, girls tennis, Island rivalry, Miles Gerber, SWHS Falcons, Tenley Stuurmans on April 12, 2025| Leave a Comment »

Delanie Lewis eyeballs her opponent. (Jackie Saia photos)

They are tantalizingly close to a breakthrough.

While the Coupeville High School girls’ tennis team is 0-5 this season, the Wolves have been one match away from winning as a team almost every time out.

Friday was a similar tale, with CHS sweeping the singles showdowns at South Whidbey, but being narrowly edged in the doubles bouts and falling 3-2.

One of those doubles matches went the full three sets, as well, with the Falcons, a traditional tennis power in the region, escaping by the slimmest of advantages.

“We did so great!” said Coupeville coach Starla Seal.

“Tenley (Stuurmans) did amazing and held her composure, Dahlia (Miller) also, and really both of them came back their second set to shut it down.

“Kauri (Hamilton) and Brynn (Parker) were so close to winning (at second doubles).”

Brynn Parker chases down a shot.

With dry weather predicted for the week ahead, the Wolves will host a pair of matches on their home courts.

King’s comes to Coupeville Tuesday, April 15 for a non-conference rumble, before Friday Harbor visits April 18 for the second of four showdowns between Northwest 2B/1B League rivals this season.

Friday’s results:

Varsity:

1st Singles — Tenley Stuurmans won 6-4, 6-2

2nd Singles — Dahlia Miller won 7-5, 6-2

1st Doubles — Ember Light/Mila Light lost 6-1, 6-1

2nd Doubles — Brynn Parker/Kauri Hamilton lost 2-6, 6-4, 6-2

3rd Doubles — Delanie Lewis/Ember Light lost 4-0, 4-0

JV:

4th Doubles — Chloe Ferguson/Rowan Stoner lost 4-0, 4-0

5th Doubles — Samantha Wallace/Hailey Goldman lost 4-0, 4-1

6th Doubles — Savannah Coxsey/Ashley Wells lost 4-0, 4-0

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Wolves wage tense tennis tussle with Tigers

Posted in Girls Tennis, tagged Brynn Parker, CHS Wolves, girls tennis, Granite Falls, Tenley Stuurmans on April 9, 2025| Leave a Comment »

Kauri Hamilton and her Wolf tennis teammates played strongly Wednesday afternoon. (Bailey Thule photo)

“We almost had them!”

Taking advantage of a sunny day, the Coupeville High School girls’ tennis squad hosted Granite Falls Wednesday and almost came away with an upset win.

While the Wolves were eventually nipped 3-2 by their big school counterparts in the varsity match, they did come away having won six of 10 bouts on the day.

That included sweeping all four singles matchups, while also having two of their JV doubles duos claim their first victories of the campaign.

Next up for Coupeville is a trip down island Friday for a rivalry rumble with South Whidbey.

But first, a little basking in the afterglow of a very solid performance against Granite Falls.

“Singles killed it without a doubt, playing very well,” said CHS coach Starla Seal.

Two of three varsity doubles matches went right to the wire, with the deciding one having to go a few extra points to be decided.

With Sofia Phay MIA with an injury, the Wolves tried a new combo at #2 doubles, matching up Brynn Parker and Kauri Hamilton, and Seal liked the result.

“Our second doubles played their hearts out as new partners,” she said. “Kauri and Brynn played well together and showed a lot of potential.”

Seal also praised the work of #3 doubles duo Miles Gerber and Delanie Lewis, who pushed their foes to the breaking point.

“A very close game with some great rallies as well!” Seal said. “Miles and Delanie hit some beautiful volleys and ground strokes.”

Wednesday’s results:

Varsity:

1st Singles — Tenley Stuurmans beat Hailey Granger 8-0

2nd Singles — Dahlia Miller beat Leighya Knighten 8-0

1st Doubles — Ember Light/Mila Light lost to Ella Hakso/Audree Van Winkle 8-0

2nd Doubles — Brynn Parker/Kauri Hamilton lost to Danika Mace/Brook Mann 9-7

3rd Doubles — Delanie Lewis/Miles Gerber lost to Allyssa Reyes/Hana Dechico 8-6

JV:

3rd Singles — Brynn Parker beat Ella Hakso 6-0