FOOTBALL
Archbishop Murphy Wildcats 43,
The Seahawks fell to the Wildcats on Friday, Oct. 10, in a Northwest 2A Conference game.
“Archbishop Murphy might be the best team in the state, all classifications,” Anacortes coach Justin Portz said. “We could’ve played a little better and made it closer for sure but public schools are at a huge disadvantage and I don’t see anyone in 2A football being able to match their all star roster.”
The Seahawks were held to 207 yards on offense, including 35 on the ground on 11 carries.
The team’s only touchdown came on a throw from quarterback Ryan Harrington to Luca Moore.
Harrington passed for 172 yards and rushed for 34 on six carries, while Moore caught four passes for 50 yards, and Zeke Hawkins six passes for 63 yards.
“Our defense played well enough to give us a chance but they (Archbishop Murphy) did a great job stopping the run, forcing a few turnovers and keeping us out of rhythm,” Portz said. “I hope we have another opportunity to play them down the road.”
Anacortes, 3-2 in conference and 4-2 overall, hosts Lakewood at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 18.
Hole in the Wall Invitational
Anacortes’ Dylan Rowell placed second in his race Saturday, Oct. 11, at Lakewood High School.
The senior had a 5,000-meter time of 14 minutes, 43.3 seconds in the Men’s Elite race.
Anacortes sophomore Ashley Becerra Guzman placed 11th in the girls’ Varsity Gold race (18:33.1), while teammate Lucy Lemrick was 57th in the race (19:38.7), and Anacortes’ Judah Schwulst was 41st in the boys’ Varsity Bronze race (18:50.6).
The Seahawks compete Thursday, Oct. 16, in the Skagit County Cross Country Championships in Sedro-Woolley.
The varsity races begin at 4:30 p.m.
VOLLEYBALL
Burlington-Edison Invitational
Anacortes went 4-6 in games played in pool play of the seven-team tournament Saturday, Oct. 11.
The Seahawks then lost to Sumner in the quarterfinal round of the playoff portion of the tournament.
The Seahawks’ Tatum Swapp had a total of 65 kills, Leah Andrews 60 assists and Raely DeVries 58 assists.
“We had a lot of fun at this tournament,” Anacortes coach Sammie Worley said. “The team’s chemistry and performance improved with each game.”
The Seahawks, 1-8 in Northwest Conference play and 2-8 overall, were to host Blaine on Tuesday, Oct. 14.
Ferndale Golden Eagles 3,
The Golden Eagles beat the Seahawks on Thursday, Oct. 9, in a Northwest Conference match.
Anacortes’ Tatum Swapp had 18 kills and 29 digs, Margaret Foote 13 kills, Leah Andrews 21 assists and 10 digs, and Raely DeVries 19 assists and nine digs.
Burlington-Edison Tigers 5,
The Seahawks fell to the Tigers in the Monday, Oct. 13, nonconference match.
Anacortes had its lone singles win from Finn McDonough (6-3, 0-6, 6-1).
In doubles, Anacortes’ top team of Colton Hong and Adam Van Egdom won 7-5, 6-1.
“This nonconference match was all about giving our players some experience for districts,” Anacortes coach Bryan Benson said.
Anacortes, 6-4 in conference and 7-6 overall, were to host Lakewood on Tuesday, Oct. 14.
The Seahawks and Cougars were rained out Friday, Oct. 10.
The Seahawks beat the Golden Eagles on Wednesday, Oct. 8, in a Northwest Conference match.
Anacortes’ Colton Hong won 6-1, 6-0, Adam Van Egdom 6-0, 7-5, Sam Johnson 6-0, 6-1 and Vance Frerichs 2-6, 6-4, 6-4.
“Vance had the match of the day, winning in three sets at No. 4 singles,” Anacortes coach Bryan Benson said. “Vance kept problem-solving after losing the first set and eventually finished out the third set, 6-4. His hard work during the season is finally beginning to pay off with some wins. I’m proud of him for not losing his belief.”
In doubles, Anacortes’ Jerry Benson and Finn McDonough won 6-2, 6-1, and Larken Salzer and Hunter Dahlin 6-1, 6-0.
The Seahawks beat the Lions on Saturday, Oct. 11, in a matchup of two of the top teams in the Northwest Conference.
Anacortes’ Mailee Hilburn had two goals and an assist, Elliot Davis a goal and an assist, and Charlotte Santos a goal.
“I am incredibly proud of the heart and determination this squad has shown this past week as they battled in three tough games,” Anacortes coach Gretchen Hanson said. “To finish off the week with a decisive victory against Lynden felt good.”
Hanson highlighted the play of Ella DeGraaf, Mara Salzer and Bianca Hooker.
“Their gritty defense on the pitch and smart play helped propel the team to another victory,” Hanson said.
The Seahawks, 9-1-1 in conference and 11-1-1 overall, were to host Blaine on Tuesday, Oct. 14.
The Seahawks shut out the Golden Eagles on Thursday, Oct. 9, in a Northwest Conference match.
Anacortes’ goal came from Elliot Davis off an assist from Mailee Hilburn.
“Mailee had a sharp through ball from the 50-yard line to Elliot on the right wing,” Anacortes coach Gretchen Hanson said. “She (Davis) stayed composed and dribbled around the keeper to score.”
Anacortes goalkeeper Emme Eckardt worked the first half and Mia Kennedy the second.
Playing defense in front of them were Ella DeGraaf, Marlo Olson, Bella Hall, Teagan Littke and Charlotte Santos.
“Emme had an amazing game in the net for the Hawks in the first half,” Hanson said. “She was crucial to the shutout.”
Kennedy was equally as good.
“Mia, like Emme in the first half, had an outstanding game in the net to earn the shutout,” Hanson said.
The Seahawks and Mariners battled to a tie Tuesday, Oct. 7, in a Northwest Conference match.
Anacortes scored in the first half when Mailee Hilburn took a pass from Charlotte Santos, then worked down the left side and found the far side of the net.
In the second half, Elliot Davis put a solid header in the net for Anacortes off a corner kick from Santos to tie the game 2-2.
Moments later, the Mariners assumed the lead once again.
Anacortes’ Hilburn then dribbled from Sehome’s 45-yard line down the left flank and with almost zero angle, and found the far right side of the net for the game-tying goal.
“With our captain Jordan Zaharris out due to injury, some of our younger Seahawks had an opportunity to show our depth and their determination,” Anacortes coach Gretchen Hanson said. “Charlotte filled in beautifully in the defensive mid position and created two assists. Elliot Davis had a gritty game on both sides of the ball.”
Hanson also highlighted the play of underclassmen Bianca Hooker, Paige Burfield and Mara Salzer.
GIRLS SWIMMING
The Seahawks beat the Bayhawks on Thursday, Oct. 9, in a Northwest Conference meet.
Chloe Hernandez won the 100-yard freestyle (1 minute, 1.12 seconds) and 100 backstroke (1:11.03).
Cora Myers won the 200 freestyle (2:15.12), Esther Stephens the 200 individual medley (2:37.38), and Alli Claridge the 500 freestyle (5:56.06).
The Seahawks won the three relays.
The Seahawks were to compete Tuesday, Oct. 14, at Squalicum.
The Seahawks had just enough to get by the Mariners on Tuesday, Oct. 7, in a Northwest Conference meet.
Chloe Hernandez won a pair of individual events for Anacortes — the 100 freestyle (1:02.14) and the 100 backstroke (1:09.73).
Esther Stephens won the 200 individual medley (2:35.65) and Alli Claridge the 100 butterfly (1:07.08).
The Seahawks won the three relays.