Eastlake basketball suffers punishing loss to Lake Washington

In a disappointing outing, the Eastlake Wolves lost to the Lake Washington Kangaroos 84-47 on January 15, 2025. The game started with Julin Deblieck scoring for Lake Washington, setting the tone for their dominance throughout the match. Despite some initial scoring efforts from Kaleb DeHaan, the Wolves found themselves trailing 23-7 at the end of the first quarter. In the second quarter, although Eastlake managed to score a few points through fouls, their defense continuously struggled against the Kangaroos' offensive pressure. By halftime, the scoreboard read 51-24, with Eastlake having their best quarter in the second half but still falling behind.

The third quarter was particularly challenging for Eastlake, where they only managed to score four points compared to Lake Washington's 25. A late 3-pointer from Rutul Tarambale added a slight boost, but it wasn't enough to change the outcome. Coach Nick Crossan reflected on the game as a vital learning experience, emphasizing the importance of unity and teamwork moving forward.