Brayden Pedroza Herald's boys' athlete of the week

Brayden Pedroza has impressed La Conner High School basketball fans in the season's first couple weeks with his ability to defend, pass and score.

They aren't alone.

Pedroza has made an impression with his stellar play throughout the county.

The junior guard was named Skagit Valley Herald Boys' Athlete of the Week after having scored in double digits in La Conner's first three contests.

Pedroza scored 23 points against Oak Harbor, 18 opposite Sedro-Woolley and a game-high 25 in the dramatic 62-58 comeback win over Lummi Nation Dec. 2 at Landy James Gym.

La Conner coach Lance Lopez said Pedroza...