We like our coaching staff. Teachers of the game with an emphasis on fun!
Our Philosophy
We play an intense, fun, open court game, forcing our opponent to play from end-line to end-line. Our style of play demands sound fundamentals, cooperative team play, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude.
We want totally committed and totally involved players. There is only one way to gain success and that is through total preparation; success is a choice! It’s the spirit of the athlete that counts. It’s how she thinks, and what she believes, and the strength of her desire. We want players that have ability, but beyond that, we want individuals who have the right attitude, hustle, and love for the game.
You can be sure there will be a great deal of thought and planning going into every phase of our game. We attempt to teach success and strive for excellence. There are high expectations for both the players and the coaches. The coaches will give you everything we possibly have and expect the same in return from you.
Player Expectations
Be Intent– we will not be outworked or out hustled. There are no shortcuts to success. Strive for perfection.
Train– earn the right to be proud and confident of your condition.
Play & Live with Consideration – unselfish team play and team spirit are the foremost essentials for the successful team.
Be a Student First - you are in school for an education. Keep that foremost in your thoughts. You become mentally tougher on the basketball court by being mentally tough in class and studies every day.
We Expect Your Best – the greatest student, the greatest athlete, the greatest person is the one that gives their all.
Defense
Our defense is the cornerstone of our program. We play a high pressure defense, forcing teams into a full court game. The fundamentals of quick feet, constant communication, rebounding position, mental toughness, aggressive hustle and active hands all contribute to our defensive philosophy. Offense may come and go during the season, but defense will be our constant! We will always show up prepared to give our best defensive effort. Every pass will be contested, every shot acknowledged, every drive sealed. With 5 girls working as 1, our defense will lead to a productive offense.
The Multi-Pressure Game
We play a quick reacting and up-tempo style of game. Its foundation will revolve around a hustling, pressurized defense. We emphasize the transition game --- anticipating and reacting as we convert. We will push the ball up the floor creating early offensive opportunities. Our set offense will continue to pressure our opponents with rapid ball and player movement. We will screen, back cut, and post up in search of a high percentage shot. Our style will take advantage of our quickness, strength, versatility, finesse, intelligence, and competitiveness. We will out-work, out-react, and out-hustle our opponents.
Rebounding
Our board play will be aggressive and relentless. We must seize rebounding position with sound, firm block out technique. We must be vicious as we rip down the ball and then make a quick, sound, outlet pass to initiate the break. We will pursue offensive rebounds from all angles, movement to the ball is essential. Anticipation is the key --- 2nd and 3rd efforts must become routine.
Early Offense
We will quickly advance the ball up the floor to create a numbers game. Emphasis will be on transition – we will fill lanes with quickness and be on balance and under control when reaching the scoring area. We will read the defense and seek a lay-in, post-up on the block, or uncontested balanced 12-15 foot jump shot. We will run a secondary break, taking advantage of the 4th and 5th women down the floor as we look for a back lob, post up, back cut, or flash post situation.
Set Offense
Our offense will be executed with intensity to create a high percentage shot or place the opponent in a fouling predicament. We will use a series of screens, cuts, and post-ups to get the shot we want. Emphasis will be placed on execution of proper screening, faking, and cutting techniques. We will maintain constant communication both on the floor and on the bench.
Coach Scott Sartorius is in his fifth year of coaching high school basketball and his third year of being the head coach at Eastlake. Coach Sartorius has helped guide the Lady Wolves basketball team to two consecutive Kingco semi-final games; last year's being the first home playoff game in Eastlake Wolves girls' basketball history. His first two years were spent working with the Woodinville program as an assistant coach. Coach Sartorius began his coaching career at Inglewood JH and helped bring the first league championship to the school during the 2003-2004 season with a Varsity Team that posted a record of 10-0. He is a graduate of the University of Washington with a BS in Psychology and a Masters in Education from City University. Scott is in his 8th year of teaching Math and Science at Inglewood Junior High in the Lake Washington School District. As a high school player with the Columbia River Chieftains in Vancouver, Washington he set the school record for free throw percentage. Scott and his wife April live in Kenmore where April works as a Real Estate Agent for Windermere.
Coach Sara Goldie is entering her 8th year of coaching high school girls’ basketball. (4 years at Eastlake) She was a graduate of Eastlake and a member of the girls’ basketball team. She is really looking forward to this season and has high expectations and all the confidence in this group of kids. Coach Goldie has been to the State Tournament 2 times as a player and 3 times as a coach. She can’t wait for the next run to State! Coach Goldie graduated from the University of Washington with a degree in Economics before she decided to go to Central Washington University to get her teaching certificate. She currently is a Health/PE teacher at Inglewood Junior High. Coach Goldie truly loves working with kids and watching them grow. Some of her hobbies include: being active and spending time with her family. Sara lives in Duvall with her Husband Sean and the newest addition to their family, baby Payton!
Coach Steve Jones is in his 11th year as the girls Junior Varsity coach. He is a math teacher at Eastlake. Coach Jones was a 3 sport letter winner at Issaquah High School and is a graduate of the University of Washington. He also holds a Masters Degree from the University of Southern California. He entered the educational profession after a succcessful career in Naval aviation where he served in Vietnam. In addition to coaching basketball, he also heads up the Track program at Eastlake. Coach Jones makes his home in Redmond and has a daughter Adrianne who is a recent graduate of BYU and a second year teacher.
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