Mavericks athletics overcome levy obstacles
Mavericks head coach Jay Dickinson talking with his players in between sets from a previous match this spring. Dickinson saw many players from the boys and girls team make it to the state tournament – while working for a $1 for the whole season, just like the other coaches for Moses Lake, who all effectively donated their time.
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Mavericks football head coach Brett Jay volunteering his time to officiate a unified soccer game this season. Jay also led his football team to a winning season last fall.
Mavericks receiver Kyson Thomas running up field after receiving a pass in a game last season. Mavericks football went 8-2 last season. Athletes from throughout Moses Lake School District campuses were supported by parents who offered time, transportation and general support to students.
Mavericks softball player Alina Lopez throws the ball back to the pitcher in a previous game this past season. The Mavericks were runner-up in the district tournament and made an appearance in the state tournament. Several of the Mavs’ athletes were recognized for their hard work and their teams did well, despite funding challenges.
MOSES LAKE – The school year has come to an end, the class of 2025 has graduated, and an unprecedented year of athletics has been completed. After the local levy in 2024 failed to pass twice, Moses Lake athletics and extracurriculars were faced with financial challenges like they had never seen.
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