James jump starts Edmonds to victory over Everett

LYNNWOOD -- Edmonds volleyball opened North Region action with a 3-1 home victory over Everett in Seaview Gym on Wednesday night.

Sophomore Sydney James was the player of the match with 17 kills. She hit .333, added 8 digs, and was reponsible for 20 Triton points. The Tritons won the first set 25-22, droppped a very competitve second set 27-25, then took the final two 25-15 and 25-17 to secure the triumph. Edmonds' defense was stellar, limiting Everett to a .095 team hitting percentage. Maria Alvarez had 15 digs, Kiara Milar had 11 digs, and Saydee Heslop tallied 10 kills and 14 digs. Kamaleimahie Auwae added six service aces.

Next up is a stiff challenge when Edmonds (11-13, 1-0) visits Skagit (17-3, 1-0) on Friday. The Cardinals were ranked No. 4 in the most recent NWAC Coaches Poll and are coming off a 3-0 straight sets victory at Olympic. The match starts at 7 p.m. and can be watched on the NWAC Sports Network.