Skyline football wins, goes to state championship
November 30, 2011
Even when the Woodinville Falcons were poised for a last-minute comeback, the Skyline Spartans seemed confidant on the field that things would go their way.
Max Browne and the Skyline offense had done its job. The defense had held just well enough in key situations. And even though Woodinville recovered an onside kick and nearly scored a game-winning touchdown with 28 seconds left, Skyline seemed to hold onto a tradition built on its ability to thrive during the state playoffs.
Max Browne, Skyline junior quarterback, breaks the tackle of Woodinville senior linebacker Jacob Hollister on a keeper for nine yards to the Falcon eight-yard line, as the Skyline sideline looks on during the first quarter. Photo by Christopher Huber
No. 1 Eastlake dominates Issaquah in 44-17 win
October 18, 2011
Through tough defense and spot-on special teams play, the Eastlake High School Wolves defeated the Issaquah Eagles 44-17 in KingCo 4A Conference play Oct. 14.
Eastlake, the Seattle Times’ No. 1 ranked 4A school in the state, handed the Eagle’s their second loss of the season.
With 6:18 left in the first quarter, Eastlake senior Colton Teglovic intercepted and returned a pass for a touchdown from Issaquah senior quarterback Ethan Kalin.
Eastlake senior running back Ryan Lewis crosses the goal line on a 12-yard carry for the second of his second-quarter touchdowns Oct. 14 against Issaquah. Photo by Greg Farrar
Skyline, Eastlake football win Eastside falls short
October 11, 2011
The race for the KingCo 4A football title is on and Eastlake and Skyline are both in the hunt after coming up with dominating week-six wins Oct. 7. The Eastside Catholic Crusaders impressed fans at home, nearly pulling off an upset against O’Dea.
Running back Ryan Lewis had three touchdowns and 180 yards rushing as Eastlake rolled over Mariner. Photo by David Sheffels
Eastlake rallies from slow first half, Skyline drops second and Eastside Catholic blanks Centennial
September 16, 2011
Updated: Sept. 20, 12:14 p.m.
Eastlake running back Ryan Lewis carried the ball 15 times for 201 yards against Roosevelt.
The game officials made Eastlake players and fans well aware that they supported prostate cancer research Sept. 13. The refs made good use of the special blue flags for the occasion — in place of the traditional yellow ones — as the Eastlake Wolves and Roosevelt Roughriders combined for 21 separate penalties in the contest at Eastlake High School stadium. Read more
Eastlake finds second-half momentum in 42-14 win
September 9, 2011
Updated: Sept. 12, 9:55 a.m.
Eastlake lineman Gino Bresolin drags down Snohomish running back Peter St. Marie in the second quarter Friday night.
The moment Brian Quick laid out to snag a 26-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Keegan Kemp may have hinted at what’s to come for the Eastlake Wolves’ passing game in 2011.
“It felt amazing,” Quick said of his second touchdown reception of the night. Read more
Eastlake football is firing on all cylinders for 2011 season
August 30, 2011
If Eastlake football fans are wondering what the Wolves will do after losing star running back Kyle Lappano to graduation, it seems they don’t have much to worry about this fall.
Not only is the Eastlake varsity squad returning a full front of big and quick linemen, it’s also looking to take advantage of a new weapon in Ryan Lewis.
The senior running back was clocked at a 4.33-second 40-yard dash this summer, according to coaches.
Eastlake’s Kepa Hughes runs blocking drills during a pre-season practice Aug. 25. Coach Gene Dales expexts him to be a force on the line this year. Photo by Christopher Huber
Skyline football looks for another run at the state title
August 30, 2011
It didn’t take long for the Skyline Spartans football team to bounce back from defeat at the 2010 state 4A title game. From players’ reactions after the final buzzer sounded, the loss to Ferris stung.
Ultimately, it inspired the team to start preparing for the 2011 season earlier than ever. Players began optional workouts in January instead of March. And coupled with the handful of team and 7-on-7 camps they attended, the Spartans seemed to exude as much confidence as ever during late August practices. That’s despite losing Kasen Williams, considered by many national publications to be last year’s top wide receiver prospect in the nation.
Max Browne, Skyline High Schoo junior quarterback, tossed the ball during a play at practice Aug. 15. Photo by Christopher Huber
New coach hopes to rev up Eastside Catholic football
August 30, 2011
Implementing your own system into a football program as a first-year coach takes time. But new Eastside Catholic High School head coach Jeremy Thielbahr couldn’t be more energized about the 2011 football season.
The former University of Idaho running backs coach has been on the job in Sammamish for a few months, and he seems to be making headway among a team that looks eager to get back to contention for the playoffs.
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Skyline falls to Ferris in state football championship game
December 4, 2010
New: Dec. 4, 10:33 p.m.
As the clock ticked toward zero, Skyline’s Kasen Williams was like a statue. He lined up in his safety position, Ferris quarterback Ben Goodwin took a knee and the Saxon fans erupted in celebration. Williams stood, unflinching, with a hand on his hip, staring straight ahead in disbelief. He couldn’t quite reach perfection — four state titles in four years.
Despite staging a near comeback in the third and fourth quarters, the three time defending state-champ Spartans lost the state 4A title game to Ferris 24-16 Dec. 4 at the Tacoma Dome. Read more
Skyline football advances to state final
November 30, 2010
Damien Greene, Skyline junior defensive back, intercepts the 2-point conversion pass attempt meant for Curtis senior wide receiver Jordan Copeland in the end zone. Photo by Greg Farrar
