Editor’s note: The Kitsap News Group sent out questionnaires about the high school teams to all of the coaches for Fall sports season, other than football. These are the only ones to respond.
Bainbridge volleyball
Coach: Holly Rohrbacher, first year.
Coach’s quote: “This season, our coaching staff plans to focus on building a strong foundation for the volleyball program, emphasizing skill development, strategic play, and fostering a positive team environment. The team has been hard at work during the off-season, preparing to compete at a high level and make a strong showing in our first year in the Olympic League.”
Bainbridge cross country
Coach: Anne Howard
But did not answer questions
North Kitsap tennis
Coach Jay DeVries
Key returning players: We have five returning state competitors from last season’s state championship team. Senior singles player Indigo Gallagher, senior doubles players Mason Repp and Justin Gallant, junior doubles player Spencer Gillespie, and sophomore doubles player Grady DeVries. Senior Dayshawn Harper was the alternate to state.
Key new players: Seniors Jonas Funston and Greyson Prichard and junior Rocco Targett.
Coach’s quote: “I believe that NK will be a very difficult match-up for everyone we play. We are solid 1-11 and should qualify several players for the district and state tournament. If our players are able to play up to their potential we will have a very good chance of defending our state title.”
Kingston volleyball
Coach: Andrew Stephens
Returning players: Senior core of Corynn Heuer, Nevaeh McNew, Quiterie LeMieux, Elise Dawson and Brooke Steele
New players: Freshmen Evie Dawson and Abigail Waag
Bremerton girls soccer
Coach: Malia Juarez, first year, assistant last year. Assistant boys coach since 2022.
Key returning players: forward Melanie Uhrich; midfielder McKaela Robison; goalkeeper-defender Rylee Wheaton; and defenders Malyiah Lilly and Kieran Flanagan.
Key new players: midfielders Macey Rotter and Harlow Moffett; and forward Lily Judie.
Coach’s quote: “As we begin this season with our largest program to date, we’re not just building a team—we’re shaping the future of our program. The strength of our numbers highlights our collective dedication, and together, we will uplift each other to achieve success, both on and off the field.”
