The Redmond boys basketball program has a proud and decorated history. But its finest days unquestionably occurred during a 6 year period starting in the fall of 1987, when Redmond won two straight state championships and reached the tournament’s “final four” 5 times. “It was as good a run as any team has ever had on the Eastside.” said Gary Patterson, who starred for the Stangs from 86-89. “We felt like we really put Redmond on the map.”  Like any great team, the Mustangs (who repeated the title feat in 1988 and 1989) were a product of years of hard work, focus, and chemistry. “From the 4th or 5th grade on, people knew who we were,” said David Rockwood, the steady-handed point guard on both championship teams. “We were all close when we were young -- me and Jack (Estep) and JT (D’Amico) played 
up (a year) and we got used to winning. We created a winning culture. Nobody cared about points or stats -- all we wanted to do was win. And by the time we got to high school (with 
Patterson) - we knew we were going to win state -- twice.”