Sports Shorts: 10/2 - 10/8

Cross Country

The Eatonville boys' cross country team demonstrated their dominance on the trails, clinching the team title at the Rainier Invitational held last Thursday. Competing against a field of ten teams, the boys from Eatonville delivered an outstanding performance, securing the top spot with precision and teamwork.

The meet saw remarkable individual achievements from Eatonville's male athletes, with notable placements and times as follows:

2nd - Colton Rush: 17:55.63

3rd - Joe Mueller: 18:03.85

6th - Benjamin Bernt: 18:42.31

10th - Owen Van Eaton: 19:37.00

12th - Mark Nueva: 20:02.26 (Personal Best Time)

14th - Titus Lowe: 20:11.45

16th - Ben Morrish: 20:19.50

26th - Joe Callon: 21:11.44

27th - Daniel Hamilton: 21:25.65

36th - Micah Vannier: 22:47.66

49th - Jasper Beck: 28:07.93

Mark Nueva's personal best time added to the team's success, showcasing their dedication to improvement.

The Eatonville girls' team also made a notable presence at the invitational, with commendable performances from the following athletes:

Girls' Results:

2nd - Grace Coonrod: 20:39.90

9th - Bridget Stumph: 24:09.99

39th - Hannah Bieker: 33:17.13

The Eatonville cross country squad's outstanding performance at the Rainier Invitational solidifies their status as a force to be reckoned with in the sport. Congratulations to the Eatonville boys on their triumphant victory, and to all the athletes for their exceptional dedication and hard work at this prestigious event.

Tennis

In an impressive display of skill and dominance on the tennis court, the Eatonville Cruiser boys tennis team secured a resounding 5-0 victory over the Klahowya Eagles.

The Eatonville Cruisers showcased their strength and prowess in key matchups, particularly in the #1 doubles and #1 & #2 singles categories. Their stellar performance left no room for doubt as they swept all five matches, reaffirming their status as a formidable force in high school tennis.

Volleyball

The Eatonville Cruiser volleyball team faced a challenging week, dropping both of their matches in decisive fashion. In their first matchup, they fell to the Hoquiam Grizzlies, suffering a 3-0 defeat. The struggles continued as the Cruisers were handed another 3-0 loss, this time by the Elma Eagles.

Despite these setbacks, the Eatonville Cruisers are determined to regroup and bounce back in the upcoming week. With their sights set on getting back in the win column, the team is gearing up for a fresh start and renewed energy as they aim to turn their season around.