The Bothell High School volleyball team advanced to the state tournament Saturday during the bi-district tournament at Edmonds-Wooday High School.

The Cougars will play their first state match against Kentwood at 8 a.m. at Saint Martin’s University in Lacy on Friday. The state tournament is split between Saint Martin’s University and Timberline High School. Go here for the full state bracket.

The Cougars advanced through the district tournament with wins against Inglemoor and Eastlake.

Bothell’s final match of the tournament was a 3-1 win against Edmonds-Woodway.

The Cougars began the match slow, losing 25-22, but the team turned the tables in game two, winning 25-22 and game three 25-18. Bothell put the match away during game four with a 25-21 victory.

The Cougars were led by Karly Ernster with 23 kills and three aces, while teammate Hailey Crane finished with 18 kills of her own. Reese Laufasa finished with 46 assists and Cassidy Olcese led the defense with 29 digs.