The sound of basketballs in the gym is once again being heard at Orcas Christian School.

It will be the boys basketball team’s first year in the WIAA, competing in the highly touted NW1B League.

“This is an incredible and special group of young men that I’m truly blessed to coach,” said Head Coach Tim Hance.

The boys opened the season against Grace Academy, ultimately falling 54-62.  Leading scorers for the Saints were Cyrus Amour (20) and Michael Harris (15).

The Saints girls team debuted its season at home against Grace Academy on Dec. 4 with a 60-55 overtime victory. Head Coach Ryan Davis leads this group of 10 women with their eyes set on making a real splash in the NW1B League and beyond this year.

“It was a great WIAA debut game for our girls,” Davis said.

Follow the teams at www.nwbathletics.com.