The La Conner High volleyball team found a happy medium last week.

But there was no happy Meridian at Landy James Gymnasium.

That’s because the Lady Braves handed Meridian a straight-sets defeat before a large and supportive crowd on hand for La Conner’s home net opener.

La Conner defeated its 1A foe with a balanced attack and a quick, mobile defense that was stingy when it came to yielding points at the net.

State Player of the Week Heather Henriksen set the tone with another all-around performance. She finished with 12 digs and was perfect on 15 serves, two of which were aces.

Emma Ch...