Lakewood, WA — The Anacortes Seahawks Varsity team displayed a commanding performance against Lakewood, yet walked away with a slim 2-1 victory in a match where the final score belied their dominance. Despite outshooting their opponents 30-3, the Seahawks were left ruing missed opportunities, particularly a series of point-blank shots that failed to find the net. The first breakthrough came late in the first half when Carlo Gegen, benefiting from an assist by Riley Walgamott, put the ball past the Lakewood goalkeeper. This goal injected confidence into the team, setting the stage for further offensive efforts in the second half. Riley Walgamott himself scored around the 20-minute mark of the second half, this time off an assist from Owen Foley, doubling the lead and putting the Seahawks in a strong position. Owen Foley’s defensive pressure in the attacking third was a significant aspect of the game, as his relentless energy and tactical awareness disrupted Lakewood’s attempts to build from the back. This pressure was crucial in maintaining the Seahawks' offensive dominance and created additional scoring opportunities. The midfield duo of Larkin Salzer and Logan Baumgaertner controlled the aerial battles and played pivotal roles in both defense and transitioning the ball upfield. Off the bench, Carlo Gegen brought a spark of energy that proved decisive, while Jack Eckhardt’s penetrating runs down the flank continued to stretch the Lakewood defense. However, the match’s tension peaked in the dying seconds as Lakewood managed to pull a goal back from a corner kick with only 30 seconds remaining. This late goal put the Seahawks' lead in jeopardy, turning what seemed to be a comfortable win into a nail-biter. Despite the closer-than-expected finish, the Seahawks demonstrated their capability to dominate a match. This game will serve as both a confidence booster and a learning opportunity, emphasizing the need to capitalize on their chances to avoid similar scares in the future.