Stanwood is headed to state in volleyball after beating Monroe 3–1 Thursday night at Stanwood High School.
The District 1 Class 3A semifinal win sends the Spartans into the district championship against Everett at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, also at Stanwood High School. Both finalists have secured state places, according to the official district bracket.
One more home match
Everett reached the final with a 3–0 win over Ferndale in Thursday's other semifinal. Stanwood entered the tournament as the No. 1 seed; Everett is No. 3.
For families planning to cheer on the Spartans, the school is at 7400 272nd St. NW in Stanwood. Check the live bracket's schedule and ticket links before leaving.
The Spartans opened district play with a 3–0 win over Lynnwood on Tuesday. Our quarterfinal report covers that result.