ISSUE 15
April 10, 2024
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CRUISERS EQUESTRIAN TEAM GALLOPS TO GLORY By Skip Smith
Contributing Writer
The Eatonville High School Equestrian Team demonstrated their skill over the Easter weekend at the Grays Harbor County Fairgrounds, delivering a stellar performance that left spectators in awe and competitors in admiration. For the Eatonville team several standout performances took place. What's more, achieving state qualification by the second meet is a significant accomplishment, underscoring the team's prowess and determination. At the forefront of their success was Jaida Green. Green secured an impressive four state qualifiers out of her five individual events. From clinching first place
Courtesy Jesse Maier of Mustang Blaze Media Eatonville's Equestrian team posing for a team photo during the meet in Elma. in stock seat and trail equitation to securing second in hunt seat and third in dressage, Green's performances were a
testament to her skill and dedication. And with a fourth-place finish in showmanship, she showcased her versatility
and poise in the arena. But Green wasn't the only one leaving a mark on the competition. Heidi Weaver, Ava Weaver,
Kalli Olson, Kaylee Bernt, Kaylin Reitz, Chaeley Loudin, Emma Adams, HORSES Page 3Æ
Hanly's efforts fall short in Cruisers' loss to Lakes By Skip Smith
Lakes' lead, with a subsequent
In a hard-fought battle on the diamond, the Eatonville Cruisers faced off against the Lakes Lancers April 2, resulting in a 3-0 loss for the Cruisers at home. The loss marks the seventh consecutive setback for the Cruisers this season. The game remained deadlocked through the first five innings, with both teams struggling to gain an advantage. Despite starting the game feeling under the weather, Eatonville's Payton Hanly delivered a resilient performance on the mound, limiting the Lancers to just three hits and striking out nine batters. However, after reaching a pitch count of 90, Hanly was relieved by Owen Archer, who faced tough opposition from Lakes' offense. Lakes broke the scoreless tie in the top of the sixth inning, capitalizing on a double by pitcher Aaron Miller to drive in a run. An error further boosted
advantage to three runs.
Contributing Writer
Courtesy Sarah Rath Eatonville's Payton Hanly delivers a pitch against the Lakes Lancers. Hanly, a Centralia Community College commit, blanked the Lancers through 5 innings recording nine strikeouts.
wild pitch extending their Offensively, Michael Stogsdill provided the lone bright spot for the Cruisers, notching two singles to left and center fields, the only two Cruiser hits of the game. Aaron Miller secured the win for Lakes, while Owen Archer was credited with the loss for Eatonville. Looking ahead, the Cruisers aim to turn their fortunes around as they prepare to face the Vashon Pirates at home on April 8. They will then continue their quest for a league victory as they host the Montesano Bulldogs on Tuesday. The week concludes with a doubleheader against the Hoquiam Grizzlies on Saturday, April 13, with the first game slated to begin at noon.