The Papermakers are watching from the shadows, ready to strike fear in the hearts of their opponents on Halloween night.
Either Skyview or Union will creep into the Camas warehouse Wednesday to challenge Camas for the district championship trophy. The haunts begin at 7 p.m. The surviving team earns the No. 1 seed into the bi-district tournament Friday and Saturday, at Kentwood High School.
From the first week of practice, head coach Julie Nidick said this Camas team had the makings of something pretty special. Seniors Brindl Langley, Abbie Younkin, Lauren Neff and Taylor Carlson brought plenty of experience and energy. Then senior transfer student Natalia Zea walked through those doors and established herself as another potent offensive force. The underclassmen have embraced the senior leadership since day one.
“Before we ever faced an opponent, I knew this team had boundless potential,” Nidick said. “This may be the best team I’ve ever coached. They still have that potential.”
The Papermakers swept Skyview, Union, Evergreen and Heritage during their second go around through league. On Senior Night Thursday, they beat Battle Ground in three games.