The EHS boys basketball squad begins their quest for the State Tournament berth tomorrow night (2/11) by hosting a district tournament contest against Shorecrest at 7pm. While playoff games are always special, tomorrow night's contest will be unique as it's the first opportunity for the boys squad to compete in the recently renovated Norm Lowery Gymnasium (aka The Pit 2.0). While the girls team lost in the gym's inaugural contest last Thursday night, it was apparent (and displayed by the EHS student section) that the gym's new design creates a tremendous home court advantage for the Seagulls. With seating on all four sides of the court, fans are essentially right on top of the action. In Thursday's game, it was awesome to see the student body get behind the opposing team's basket and create all types of havoc during free throws. While I realize I have significant bias, I feel confident in stating that The Pit 2.0 is the premier gymnasium in Snohomish County, and tomorrow night should be an electric affair.
Coach John Richer is hoping that we can get as many alumni as possible out for tomorrow night's game. It would be outstanding to lend this team as much support as possible, with the by-product of taking in a game in our new digs being the extra benefit. If you're unable to make it out tomorrow night, the girls team will be hosting Meadowdale in their District opener Wednesday night at 7pm.
Hope to see everyone out tomorrow night; GO GULLS!
