Shorewood girls water polo Spring Siesta Tournament

Masha Shtikel scores a goal against Newport High School
Photo by Cathy Inouye

The Shorewood Water Polo team, comprised of girls from both Shorewood and Shorecrest High Schools competed this past week-end in the Spring Siesta Water Polo Tournament held at the King County Aquatic Center. The girls faced stiff competition against teams from Washington, Oregon, California and Canada.

Coaches Liliya Shtikel and Ellie Maxwell go over game strategy.Photo by Cathy Inouye

Their last game of the tournament was a heart breaking 7 – 6 triple over-time loss to the team from Newport High School.

Nicola Gerbino wins the swim off for ShorewoodPhoto by Cathy Inouye

The girls hope to avenge their loss to Newport next Monday with a win in league play at Newport’s home pool.