Coupeville Sports

Mia Farris unleashes the wrath of God on her foes. (Photo by JohnsPhotos.net)

Next stop, Bellingham.

Wolf senior Mia Farris, now a two-time Coupeville High School Athlete of the Year winner, has committed to play volleyball for Whatcom College.

“Mia the Magnificent,” who played three sports throughout her prep career, also adding basketball and softball, is the third Wolf spiker to sign their paperwork to move up a level.

Lyla Stuurmans has committed to play volleyball for Skagit Valley College, while Madison McMillan is headed to Edmonds College, but as a softball player.

That trio played huge roles as the Wolves put together the best season in program history this past fall.

Coupeville volleyball went 18-2, won league and bi-district titles, was undefeated until the final day of the season, and finished 4th at the 2B state tourney.

Farris pounded out 174 kills, went low for 179 digs, ripped off 38 service aces, and was indispensable, capable of delivering bone-rattling hits or sacrificing her body for the good of the team.

Some of her best play came in the biggest spotlight, as she was named to the Washington State Volleyball Coaches Association All-State Tournament Team.

Sparking the Wolves to wins over Tonasket and Mossyrock and helping them wage war against powerhouse Adna and Freeman, she racked up 35 kills, 41 digs, and eight service aces during the tourney.

Farris soared in high school alongside close friends like Jada Heaton (12) and Taylor Brotemarkle. (Jennifer Heaton photo)

Whatcom College plays in the Northwest Athletic Conference, the same league where Stuurmans will suit up for Skagit Valley.

The Orcas are coming off of an 11-19 season.

Mia Farris, who received interest from colleges for both volleyball and softball, chose Whatcom for its closeness to home (and mom) and its many intangibles.

“She got a really good vibe from the coaching staff and players on her initial visit,” said dad Fred.