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The JV Volleyball team kicked off the season in READY MODE, earning a three-set victory over Cabrini. Page P. ’30 led the team from the service line with six aces, followed by Ellen G. ’30  with three. Grace C. ’30 led the offense with six kills, while Hazel P.’29  and Adelle R. ’30 added four kills each.

On Saturday, the JV team traveled to Parkview Baptist in Baton Rouge for its first tournament of the season. The girls went undefeated in pool play, earning wins over Independence (25-3, 25-19), Parkview Baptist (25-12, 25-16), and E.D. White (25-18, 26-24).

The team carried that momentum into the semifinals, defeating Newman in straight sets, 25-15 and 25-13, to earn a spot in the championship match. In the finals, the girls battled a tough St. Joseph’s team in an exciting three-set match. After dropping the first set 16-25, they fought back to take the second 25-23 before falling 7-15 in the deciding set. The JV team finished an impressive day with a 4-1 record and a runner-up finish.

Several players turned in strong performances throughout the tournament. Scarlett S.’30 led the team with 16 kills, followed by Adeline C.’29  with 14 kills and five aces. Georgia D. ’29 recorded 13 kills, while Hazel P. ’29 added 11 kills and 10 aces. Josie S. ’30 contributed 10 kills and five aces, Emerson G. ’29 recorded 12 digs and six aces, and Stella M. ’29 led the defense with 18 digs.

The JV team returns to action this Friday at home against McGehee, beginning at 4:30 p.m. Come out and support the team!