Its basketball season and I wouldn't be a true basketball fanatic and true fan of the Squalicum Storm Boy's Basketball Team if I didn't share a little something about this sport. And so, because of this I must write down a few of my thoughts regarding this amazing team!
This is my team from last year after they won 3rd in the state 3A tournament. We are so proud of that accomplishment! But now it is time to look at this current season. What a fantastic team!
Let me introduce you to the starting line-up.
First there is Michael G. who is my all time favorite. When he puts his arms out, they are as wide as he is tall. We are very happy that he has grown another inch which now makes him 6'5! He is very humble and a great encourager, plus he can make awesome 3-point shots! Go #33!
Second is Derek D. who is a great 3-point shooter. He needs to smile more but other than that he is awesome. He is a quick player who can quickly exhaust the other team's defense. What a huge improvement he has made in his game over the years. Go #12!
Next is Kyle H. and for those of you who know his last name, you know it is a pretty awesome name for a basketball player! He is super tall... way taller than me. lol His 6'7 frame towers over most of our opponents. Not only has he become a lot quicker and neater in his passes, but he can shoot pretty good too and I can't wait to see him dunk the ball soon. Go #42!
Fourth is Patrick V., who constantly amazes me with the amount of energy and quickness that he has. Sometimes he is just a blur as he zips in and out of groups of players. He can shoot from all over the court and he has some of the fanciest moves I have ever seen in high school basketball. Go #24!
Last, is Keith S. who is the team's captain. He has so much aggression when he plays and knows just when to back off (well, most of the time... haha)so as not to foul. He can play any position on the team and can rebound just as well as he can shoot. And wow! he can shoot; he can make baskets look like they are the easiest things to do. Go #13!
But no team is complete without the rest. The whole team is equally important in my view. Caleb T. is playing his second year on the varsity squad and I am so very excited at how much his game has improved and I look forward to all the he will bring to the team. I always grin when he get to play because he is so much fun to watch. Go #34!
Travis, Nathan, Joshua, Jeremy, and Zach make up the rest of the team and they all are pretty amazing as well. They can shoot, steal balls, and rebound like crazy! It is so cool to watch them play and I hope they have a lot of playing time this season!
Then we have the coaches with my favorite and best coach being Mr. D. His humbleness, kindness, and love for the team and the game of basketball are apparent. I love watching him as he coaches the team during games. They have a wonderful example in him! Then there is Brian, Kurt, and Chad who are also fantastic!
As I look at the remaining season for all these guys I have to grin. It will be a tough one, but one that may very well lead them to the first place trophy at the state tournament. Currently, they are ranked No. 1 in the state for 2A. They have worked very hard and deserve to succeed. Not only are they all good basketball players, but they are kind people and you can see their love for each other in the way they play so unselfishly.
I am proud to be a Storm fan. The team has nicknamed us (some of my friends and I) the "church girls" which is something we accept with pride. With about half the season over now, I wish them the best. Come to a game sometime and see my great team play!!
GO STORM!! May there be many great times, many great shots, and many great wins for you all this season as you once again awe us with your talent. May you become stronger as a team and proudly represent SQHS. See you at the State Tournament!
