Valley Sports Spotlight Yakima

Welcome to Valley Sports Spotlight Yakima, where we dive into the world of Red Devil basketball with special guests, Eric Berg, the Girls Varsity Head Coach, and Steve Elder, the Boys Varsity Head Coach. Together, they share insights into a challenging yet promising season for East Valley High School.

Coach Eric Berg discusses the ups and downs faced by the girls' team in a competitive league, highlighting key players and the young talent contributing to the team's growth. He emphasizes the importance of building momentum towards the postseason and the efforts to bring the team to its former glory.

On the boys' side, Coach Steve Elder shares the experience of reaching a personal coaching milestone and reflects on the difficulties of competing in a tough league. He talks about the injuries affecting key players and the significance of senior leadership in guiding the team through the season.

Both coaches discuss the role of multi-sport athletes in smaller schools, expressing their support in balancing various sports and fostering well-rounded players. As they prepare for the postseason, the Red Devils aim to capitalize on their strengths and face the challenges ahead.