Ellie Marble earns statewide honor for play at volleyball tourney

Ellie Marble delivered some big hits in Yakima for the state champion La Conner High School volleyball team this November.

In turn, Marble was a big hit with Washington Interscholastic Activities Association officials.

Marble was named the WIAA Athlete of the Week based on her play in leading the Lady Braves to a fourth consecutive 2B net title.

A 6'-0" senior outside hitter, Marble totaled 92 kills and 101 digs and was 68 of 72 on serve receive over four matches at the SunDome.

Marble and her teammates defeated Okanogan, Lind-Ritzville-Sprague and Manson in straight sets before downing longti...