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Road warriors earn hardwood split

February 25, 2026 by David Svien

Sabrina Judnich eyeballs the defense. (Julie Wheat photos)

Another day, another city.

The Coupeville Middle School girls’ basketball teams survived another road trip Tuesday, this one coming to Everett to play Northshore Christian Academy.

Now, the Wolves get to break a two-week-plus drought by staying home, sweet home for their next three clashes, beginning with a royal rumble Thursday against King’s.

After that, CMS hosts Lakewood Mar. 3 and Sultan Mar. 9, before venturing back out on the bus for the season’s final two adventures at South Whidbey and Granite Falls.

 

How Tuesday played out:

 

Level 1:

Coupeville’s top squad captured its first win of the season, holding off NCA 27-20 to get to 1-2 on the campaign.

The Wolves eased out to a 6-4 lead through one quarter of action, before stretching the halftime margin to 13-8.

While its hosts sliced the deficit down to 19-17 heading into the fourth frame, CMS came up big across the final seven minutes to seal the deal.

Anna Powers popped for four of her game-high nine points in the final quarter to provide a nice spark for the Wolves.

Anna Powers leads a breakaway.

Laurel Crowder banked in eight in support of Powers, with Kaleigha Millison (4), Cami Van Dyke (4), and Zayne Roos (2) rounding out the scorers.

Aubrey Flowers, Finley Helm, Claire Lachnit, Ava Alford, and Sabrina Judnich also saw floor time for the victorious Wolves.

 

Level 2:

Coupeville jumped out to an early lead but then stalled out on offense in the second half, resulting in a narrow 22-15 loss.

The Wolves, who sit at 0-3 on the season, trailed 6-4 at the first break, before claiming an 11-8 lead at the half thanks to some big buckets from Annabelle Cundiff.

The third and fourth quarters didn’t go quite as well, with CMS limited to just a single bucket in each frame.

Cundiff and Daisy Leedy-Bonifas paced the Wolves with four points each, with Halle Black (2), Alford (2), Juniper Dotson (2), and Arianna Vinson (1) also notching points.

Amira Anunciado, Nikolette Dunham, Addison Jacobson, Ellie Callahan, Millie Somes, Reagan Green, Judnich, and Autumn Hunt rounded out the rotation.

 

Level 3:

Northshore Christian only goes two teams deep, so Coupeville’s third squad didn’t get a chance to thunk its rivals.

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CHS girls enjoy banquet life

February 25, 2026 by David Svien

Cousins Capri Anter (30) and Haylee Armstrong are ready to wreck folks. (Julie Wheat photos)

The final basket has been sunk; the final team award is in the book.

While Northwest 2B/1B League All-Conference honors won’t be announced until after the state tourney, the Coupeville High School girls’ basketball teams capped their season Wednesday with a banquet, handing out letters and awards.

Junior gunner Haylee Armstrong, who paced the Wolf varsity in scoring this season, was tabbed the Offensive MVP, while senior Danica Strong was named Defensive MVP.

Other award winners for Scout Smith’s squad included Kennedy O’Neill (Iron Will) and Arianna Cunningham (Most Improved).

On the JV side of things, Ava Lucero won Leader of the Court, with Taylor Marrs (Hype Man Award), Cami Van Dyke (Hustle Award), and Finley Helm (No Matter What Award) also bringing home honors.

Finley Helm floats like a butterfly, stings like a bee.

 

Varsity letter winners:

Capri Anter
Haylee Armstrong
Teagan Calkins
Arianna Cunningham
Lexis Drake
Adeline Maynes
Kennedy O’Neill
Danica Strong
Tenley Stuurmans
Sydney Van Dyke

 

Participation certificates:

Emma Cushman
Olivia Hall
Finley Helm
Willow Leedy-Bonifas
Ava Lucero
Taylor Marrs
Elizabeth Marshall
Allie Powers
Anna Powers
Zayne Roos
Cami Van Dyke

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“I’m grateful for every moment”

February 24, 2026 by David Svien

Deb Sherman hangs out with one of her grandkids at a basketball game a few years back. (Photo by JohnsPhotos.net)

She came from the big city and built a vibrant life on the prairie where her husband’s family has lived for generations.

Along the way, Deb Sherman, who ran at the state cross country meet for Everett High School back in her Deb Dire days, has become forever linked to Coupeville.

This is where she and husband Don raised their three sons, this is where her countless grandchildren now frolic, this is where her kindness and joy have taken root.

When the school year ends, she is stepping away after 27 years of guiding Cow Town’s children, retiring from the teaching profession she has honored, and which has given her so much in return.

Not that she’s going away anytime soon, just that she won’t be in a classroom at the elementary school anymore, one of the best to ever do the job.

As she prepares for the transition, Mrs. Sherman offers a fervent farewell:

 

These years have been filled with moments I’ll carry with me forever.

I’ll never forget standing at a Coupeville parade a few years back, watching float after float go by filled with students in various sports and activities.

They were shouting, “Hello, Mrs. Sherman!” from every direction.

The woman standing next to me finally turned and asked, “Who are you?”

That’s when it hit me — in Coupeville, we teachers are rock stars.

At games, at community events, even in the grocery store, we’re recognized and valued in a way that’s rare and precious.

I will deeply miss that connection.

I’ll miss the kids who grew up before my eyes, the families who trusted me with their children, and the colleagues who became friends.

This community has given me far more than I could ever give back, and I’m grateful for every moment — the challenging ones that made me grow and the joyful ones that reminded me why I chose this profession.

Thank you for 27 years of support, laughter, and shared purpose.

While I’m ready for what comes next, leaving this small district family will be bittersweet.

With gratitude and warm regards,

Debra Sherman

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Coupeville Schools tab new Maintenance Supervisor

February 24, 2026 by David Svien

Jon Beck

There’s a new guy in charge.

The Coupeville School District has hired Jon Beck as its Supervisor of Maintenance, Operations and Capital Projects, pending school board approval at Thursday’s meeting.

He replaces Scott Losey, a CHS grad who recently retired after several decades working for the district.

In a newsletter sent out Tuesday, Coupeville Schools Superintendent Shannon Leatherwood hailed Beck for “bringing over 35 years of experience in facilities management, fleet maintenance, and capital project oversight, with extensive expertise in apparatus and equipment maintenance, contractor management, and procurement.

“He holds certifications from the National Fire Academy and is a Kohler and Generac Certified Generator Technician, bringing valuable hands-on technical knowledge to the role,” she added.

Beck is “known for his detail-oriented leadership style and commitment to operational efficiency and safety,” Leatherwood said.

“He specializes in preventative maintenance programs, capital project planning, public bidding processes, and facilities repair and operations.

“He has also managed multi-million dollar budgets, overseeing site acquisition and facility construction, and directing maintenance teams.”

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Coupeville baseball teams seek players

February 24, 2026 by David Svien

Carson Grove eyeballs the bench, looking for some more teammates. (David Somes photo)

Your diamond destiny calls.

That crisp breeze wafting across the prairie signals the approach of “spring” sports, and there’s never been a better time to pick up a mitt and join the Coupeville High School baseball team.

The Wolves kick off practice this coming Monday, Mar. 2, and CHS coaches are hoping for a strong turnout.

After back-to-back trips to the state tourney, Coupeville had to scramble to field a starting nine a season ago and would love to have some depth on the bench this time around.

Which makes it a prime-time opportunity for prospective players.

In related news, Central Whidbey Little League is forming a Juniors team (ages 13-14) and also looking for a couple more players.

So, parents, time to toss the video game system, shoo your son outside and get him to the diamond, post haste.

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