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Important Summer Athletics Information
As we gear up for summer, we know many student-athletes and families are eager to learn more about practice schedules, training opportunities, camps and team activities for the upcoming season.
The best point of reference for the most accurate and up-to-date information is to reach out directly to the coach of your student-athlete’s sport. Coaches are able to provide details specific to their program, including summer expectations, optional workouts, communication platforms and any schedule updates as they become available.
Connecting directly with coaches is often more effective than sending broad, general information because summer plans can vary significantly by sport, team level, facility availability and coaching staff. Direct communication also allows families to ask questions, receive sport-specific guidance and ensure they are receiving the most current information. For your convenience, coach contact information for each sport is included below.
We appreciate your patience and enthusiasm as our programs prepare for a great summer and upcoming season!
| Sport | Coach | |
| Baseball | baseball@eastsidecatholic.org | Kyle Larsen |
| Boys Basketball | boysbasketball@eastsidecatholic.org | Brent Merritt |
| Boys Golf | boysgolf@eastsidecatholic.org | Brian Baldwin |
| Boys Lacrosse | boyslacrosse@eastsidecatholic.org | TBD |
| Boys Soccer | boyssoccer@eastsidecatholic.org | Adam Moretti |
| Boys Swimming | swim@eastsidecatholic.org | Maggie Gerdes |
| Cheer | cheer@eastsidecatholic.org | Kim Kawachi |
| Cross Country | crosscountry@eastsidecatholic.org | Andrew Harris |
| Fastpitch (Softball) | fastpitch@eastsidecatholic.org | Nicole Leadley |
| Football | football@eastsidecatholic.org | Jeremy Thielbahr |
| Girls Basketball | girlsbasketball@eastsidecatholic.org | Darnellia Russell |
| Girls Flag Football | flagfootball@eastsidecatholic.org | Paul Morrisroe |
| Girls Golf | girlsgolf@eastsidecatholic.org | Samantha Dzingle |
| Girls Lacrosse | girlslacrosse@eastsidecatholic.org | Alex Foreman |
| Girls Soccer | girlssoccer@eastsidecatholic.org | Kate Stone |
| Girls Swimming | swim@eastsidecatholic.org | Maggie Gerdes |
| Special Olympics Basketball - Traditional | mbarton@eastsidecatholic.org | Michele Barton |
| Special Olympics Basketball - Unified | mbarton@eastsidecatholic.org | Michele Barton |
| Special Olympics Bowling | mbarton@eastsidecatholic.org | Michele Barton |
| Special Olympics Track and Field | mbarton@eastsidecatholic.org | Michele Barton |
| Tennis | tennis@eastsidecatholic.org | Trista Campbell |
| Track and Field | trackandfield@eastsidecatholic.org | Melantha Jenkins |
| Volleyball | volleyball@eastsidecatholic.org | Kyle Wong |
| Wrestling | wrestling@eastsidecatholic.org | Aynslee Hester |
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Eastside Catholic girls lacrosse completed an undefeated season in dramatic fashion, defeating Mercer Island in overtime to capture the program’s first State Championship since 2017.
Families and student-athletes are encouraged to connect directly with their sport-specific coach for the latest information on summer practices, workouts, camps, schedules and team expectations.
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Eastside Catholic Girls Basketball Head Coach Darnellia Russell led the Crusaders to the 3A State Championship earlier this month.