Hes raw but works his butt off. Lily Bart is the center of New York elite. On 2/16, the Olympia varsity basketball team won their away non-conference game against Federal Way (WA) by a score of 77-68. His son, Luke Kiley, is the starting point guard on the Olympia Bears team. Doctors believed the tumor would have killed him within three months if it had gone unnoticed. Engholm finished with 23 points on 9-for-14 shooting to lead all scorers. I thought Mason Juergens, when Dre got in foul trouble, No. Olympia's stats have been entered for the 56-53 loss vs. Zamaris Rivera Torres. McNamara insisted during casting that the actor depicting Eric Elliott must have actual basketball skills. phenomenal day. Jeff still hasnt seen a cent back from the $1.3 million settlement. Matt Lindblom added 11 and Mason Juergens had eight. Hennig had 21 points, but Forrest had just 12 on 5-for-14 shooting and Heide was held to 10 on 4-for-11 shooting. While in high school Mike was a letter winner in football and track, as well as being involved in basketball and the school play. Cody Linley (Hannah Montana) checked off that box with a sweet shooting stroke that opened up many more avenues for the director and his crew. Jason McElwain, nicknamed J-Mac (born October 20, 1988), is an American amateur athlete in both basketball and marathon and public speaker with high-functioning autism.McElwain came to fame on international news in 2006, when he shocked the world playing in a high-school basketball game and scored twenty points in the final few minutes of the game. The crew even shot a snow scene in 80-degree weather. S-Z Tanya.Washington@ocps.net. Home - WekivaMustangs.com Gonzaga Prep's Jamil Miller is pressured by Olympia defenders Parker Gerrits (22) and Andreas Engholm during their state quarterfinal game at the WIAA state basketball tournament in the Tacoma . Olympia High School. Candidates must demonstrate Teaching, Leadership, and Interpersonal Skills. Olympia's Kai Johnson Set to Join WWU Hoops He was the 2013 male recipient of the Brother David Delahanty Senior Student Athlete Award (highest GPA) as well as the Capital One Academic All American Baseball Second Team. Hes a receiver. Eric is a commercial underwriter now for Country Financial in Bloomington and is married with two young children. Hes a junior just learning the game, Gordon said. Its not the first thing people notice about Eric Elliott, but spend some time around him and its hard to miss. Seattle Times staff reporter. And when Gonzaga Prep made its late run, Olympias players never wavered. His son, Luke, is the Bears starting point guard, playing the same position his dad did 31 years ago. Embed. Feb. 2 Benefitting Parkside Junior High School, Feb. 3 Benefitting St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital, Feb. 5 Benefitting Advocate BroMenn (sold out), Feb. 6 Benefitting Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Olympia's stats have been entered for the 78-59 win vs. Edgewater on 1/25/2023 7:00 PM. Despite his team being ranked No. On May 14, 2011, former students of the school will meet at Seawell's for a reunion. The Bears made sure history didnt repeat against Mount Si on Friday night, leading the way much of the second half, and limiting a Wildcats rally in the fourth to remain in title contention. Olympia Announces Hall of Fame Class of 2022 | Olympia CUSD 16 Eberts had production credits on movie titles like The Punisher and Lucky Number Slevin, and told Jeff that an adaptation of his book could be a hit. Coaching Required Attachments: 3 Coaching reference Forms and/or Letters; First Aid/CPR Card; Prior experience coaching soccer at the high school level or above. } Cameron Downing hit a 3-pointer just before the halftime buzzer to give the Bears a 28-23 lead at the break. Gerrits remembers as an eighth grader watching Kiley play on that state championship team. By submitting your email to receive this newsletter, you agree to our, Pro Football Hall of Famer Edgerrin James backs sons basketball exploits, Boys basketball roundup: Colonial, Evans, Lake Brantley, Oak Ridge, move on in 7A Region 1. Itsa blessing, Kiley said when asked what it was like coaching his son. On 3/3, the Olympia varsity basketball team won their neutral playoff game against Mount Si (Snoqualmie, WA) by a score of 51-45. Live updates from 2023 4A, 3A state basketball in Washington | Tacoma On 1/25, the Olympia varsity basketball team won their home conference game against Emerald Ridge (South Hill, WA) by a score of 57-43. Charleston Middle School stages 'Willy Wonka Jr.' in renovated . Hume played for the Bears in 1983, Johns sophomore year. The Bears will face defending state champion and top-ranked Curtis at 9 p.m. Saturday in the state championship game. With pressure on others and as much gravity as they put on other people, he had space tonight. I hope what everyone saw was the growth, Kiley said. Jackie Robinson: Living his Dream Coaching Olympia High School Basketball 07:00 PM. Olympia High School Activities Athletics Teams Winter Sports Boys Basketball. Olympia Boys Varsity Basketball - Team Home Olympia Bears Sports But when Elliott was at his lowest after the year-long deception, numerous people came to his aid. He wore an eye patch over his right eye to help him see. Johnson is a local product out of Olympia High School, where he helped lead the Bears to a 4 th -place finish in the 2020 4A WIAA State . Ive been working for this my whole life, so just excited to have an opportunity tomorrow.. The bus was used by the Olympia athletic teams to travel to out of town games. On 2/16, the Olympia varsity basketball team won their neutral playoff game against Lake Nona (Orlando, FL) by a score of 68-41. Olympia High School. Im really used to it because Ive had him as my coach since first grade, Luke said at a recent practice. He remembers Kileys commitment to the program and the school. The play was directed by Bill DeLoriea. Olympia WA 98501. Mr. Hoffman also earned many honors. The Titans (26-2) were creating some distance between themselves and the Lions (20-8), who hung with the region tournament top seed in the first half. The grueling procedure was successful, but the side effects were debilitating. Michelle Olson. At one point during his college career, a fellow parent remarked to Jeff and Ruth at how easy the game seemed for Eric. Mossyrock High School Boys Basketball Coach|State champ 2010 River Ridge| State champ 2018 WF West| White Pass HS Wall of Fame| Lacey,Washington Joined February 2013. Come inside from the cold and warm up with a variety of fun games. Started at #orangetheory in W Olympia. visited the Bears home gym in January for a nonleague contest, Game recaps, highlights from the finals, placing games of the 4A and 3A state basketball tournaments, Masks will no longer be required in WA hospitals and other facilities starting in April, Bank branch to move, Tumwater motel headed to auction, downtown book store asks for help, Lacey City Council approves amended sponsorship policy in wake of Chick-fil-A outcry, PHOTOS: Olympia to play for state title after win over Mount Si, 51-45, Bill passes to require landlords to substantiate damage claims to retain deposits, Who stood out Friday at the Tacoma Dome? The Capital High School Boys Basketball program will be a program that the CHS community can be proud of. People have fond experiences here and we love our community. I try to play my best for them because they love coming out and watching us. Heide, who is committed to San Diego State University, had to work throughout the entire game just to get the ball, and when he did, he was often out of position. DP and Leanna talk about the Lincoln girls state semifinal game on Friday and the three boys sectional championship games. They beat us last year, so hopefully well have a little incentive to try to change that a little bit this year.. Rainier Beach which edged the Bears for the Class 3A title in front of thousands of fans in the Kingdome in 1998 visited the Bears home gym in January for a nonleague contest, and several former Olympia players and both coaches were recognized on the court in honor of that memorable matchup. He was the starting point guard on the Bears 1986 state championship team, the one coached by Al Sokaitis. Leading by two points with 2.9 seconds left, Mason Juergens went to the line for a 1-and-1 opportunity. The play, Eleemosynary, won the IHSA sectional championship at Lincoln Community High School and placed fifth at the IHSA state final tournament at Millikin University. Clearances for these sports will occur at the ASB during NB, lunch, or after school from October 25-November 5. The Olympia boys basketball team wrapped up a fantastic 2021-22 season with a convincing 57-48 victory over Union HS in the WIAA 4A state tournament third place game on Saturday afternoon. Matt also received honors while playing baseball in college. I thought Mason did a good job, our bigs did a good job of containing Miller.. The Class of 2022 Hall of Fame Inductees were introduced at the boys' basketball game on February 4th. Bryant makes Charleston High School athletics history at girls state [Pro Football Hall of Famer Edgerrin James backs sons basketball exploits]. Mount Si, this wouldve been their fourth (championship) game in a row. zamaris.riveratorres@ocps.net. Gerrits was still enjoying Fridays win before thinking about Saturday night. Olympus Sports | Basketball Training Camp After six months of uncertainty and prayer, Eric Elliotts eyes strengthened and his double vision began to dissipate. . Head Coach Dustin Workman took the Olympia HS girls basketball team to their first state tournament game in nineteen seasons . Olympia beats Gonzaga Prep in state basketball in Tacoma | Tacoma News Olympia's Parker Gerrits dishes off a pass in front of Tahoma defender Treyson Ikeomu during Saturday night's boys basketball game at Olympia High School in Olympia, Washington, on Feb. 11 . Olympia High School opened in 1849 as additional public schooling beyond 1-8 curriculum, and graduated its first class in 1849. James led the Titans with 16 points, 6 assists, 4 rebounds and 3 steals. After high school, Matt attended Lewis University where he was a member of the baseball team. The Pepperettes earned 7th in the nation with their military routine! . The Class of 2022 Hall of Fame Inductees were introduced at the boys' basketball game on February 4th. The Spartans went 4-0 vs Bloomington Central Catholic as well as 2-0 vs. U-high. When that happens to a young person, youre just like, Wow, my whole life could end right here, Elliott said. On Friday, the Bears found an even better way to celebrate, knocking off second-seeded Mount Si, 51-45, to end the quarter-century drought of state championship game appearances. It was normal. They listen to you a little more than you might think.. After graduating Magna Cum Laude from Lewis University, Matt went on to sign a professional baseball contract with the Rockford Aviators (2013-2015). The Elliotts are grateful Hoovey finally will have an audience. I hope we both look back on it as a very special opportunity, John said. When: Sunday, Feb. 1, to Friday, Feb. 6. Close. A McClatchy Presidents Award winner and Gonzaga University graduate, Manley has covered the South Sound sports scene since 2013.