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Whatcom basketball coach aims to build strong future for struggling men’s program

Alex Sommerfield is emphasizing local recruiting since being named head coach

Alex Sommerfield, 25, smiles in front of WCC's orca logo.
Alex Sommerfield, 25, has been named head coach for the Whatcom Community College basketball team after serving last year as interim coach. Sommerfield is hoping to turn the program around via local recruiting and building trust with his players. (Andy Bronson/Cascadia Daily News)
By Andrew Foster News Intern
On Feb. 1, 2023, Whatcom Community College men’s basketball won their first conference game in 637
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