Morton defeats Garfield-Palouse to continue state tournament run

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Last updated Nov 12, 2026

Morton defeats Garfield-Palouse to continue state tournament run
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Morton bounced back in the 1B State Tournament with a victory over Garfield-Palouse, winning 25-23, 25-22, 25-22 on November 12 at Yakima Valley SunDome. After losing in five sets to Almira-Coulee-Hartline earlier in the day, Morton regrouped to extend their tournament run. Coach Jamie Brazil noted improved performance, encouraging players to manage nerves and focus on teamwork. The Huskies (18-3) will face No. 8 Neah Bay in another elimination match on Thursday morning, with a trophy on the line if they advance further. Previously, Morton last secured a trophy at the state tournament in 2003.

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  • •Morton won against Garfield-Palouse 25-23, 25-22, 25-22
  • •Huskies lost to Almira-Coulee-Hartline earlier in the day
  • •Morton will face Neah Bay on Thursday at 10 a.m.
  • •Coach Brazil emphasized handling nerves and teamwork
  • •Last trophy for Morton was seventh place in 2003
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Nov. 12—Box Score At Yakima Valley SunDome WARRIORS 3, HUSKIES 2 Alimra-CH 18 25 25 19 15 — 3 Morton 25 7 22 25 13 — 2 HUSKIES 3, VIKINGS 0 Garfield-P. 23 22 22 — 0 Morton 25 25 25 — 3 YAKIMA — When thinking about her team's first game at the 1B State Tournament in Yakima, a five-set loss in the Round of 16 against No. 12 Almira-Coulee-Hartline, Morton coach Jamie Brazil had a simple ...

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