April 3, 2024
ISSUE 14
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Cruisers soccer splits two games
By Skip Smith
Contributing Writer
The Eatonville Cruiser boys soccer team faced a week of intense matchups on their home turf, contending with unpredictable weather and a field rendered almost unplayable by mud and waterlogged conditions. Despite the challenges, they showcased grit in clashes against the Tenino Beavers and the Raymond/ Southbend Ravens. In their first matchup against Tenino, the Cruisers found themselves grappling with a saturated field that made ball control and accurate passing a formidable task. Nevertheless, they maintained possession throughout the game, engaging in a back-andforth struggle with their opponents. The deadlock persisted until late in the match when a moment of brilliance from keeper Nate Goode set up Ignacio Sanz, whose precision pass found Austin Quirie in prime position to slot the ball home. The SOCCER Page 7Æ
Courtesy Heather Quirie Eatonville's Austen Quirie unleashes a roar of excitement after scoring the game-winning goal against Tenino
Cruiser track and field shines at home meet By Skip Smith
Contributing Writer
The Eatonville Cruiser track and field team continued to showcase their domination on March 28 during a home meet. The boys' squad secured their third first-place finish of the season. Meanwhile, the girls' team demonstrated their strength, earning a second-place finish. Standout performances from the boys' team included Keith Smith's firstplace victory in the 100m dash; Colton Rush's top finish in the 1600m race; and the impressive showing by the 4x100m relay team comprising Riley Courtesy Andrea Stammen Hill, Jacob Simons, Logan Taylor and Keith Smith. Eatonville senior Ryan Stammen gives a thumbs up in approval of her Additionally, the 4x400m relay team, personal best vault that earned her a first-place finish. consisting of Cole Bamford, Oscar Lopez-Diaz, Colton Rush, and Joey Callon, showcased their dominance with another first-place finish. Carter Taylor soared to a first-place finish in the Pole Vault, achieving a personal best of 13’, while Logan Taylor leaped to a season high of 38’3” to clinch the
top spot in the triple jump. On the girls' side, senior Ryan Stammen stole the spotlight, claiming first place in two events. Stammen showcased her prowess in the Javelin with a remarkable throw of 97’ 1.5” and achieved a personal best in the Pole Vault with a jump of 7’9”. Stammen would also record personal bests in the Shot Put and Discus events. Nikia King impressed with a firstplace finish in the 100m race with a personal best time of 14.42, while Kelani Monserrate clocked a personal best of 1:04.44 in the 400m race to secure first place. Hannah Bieker dominated the 3200m race, crossing the finish line with a time of 13:56.20. Lily Lightfoot displayed her agility, claiming the top spot in both the 100m Hurdles with a time of 18.82 and the Triple Jump with a leap of 28’. Furthermore, the 4x100m relay team of Ciana Hover, Nikia King, Jenae Roulst, and Kennedy Noble, along with the 4x200m relay team of King, Noble, Roulst, and Monserrate, showcased their synchrony, both clinching first place finishes.