November 9: Volleyball wins SPC

The Lions volleyball team entered the season with high aspirations after last year’s third-place finish, facing challenges from injuries and senior departures. As the first seed in SPC, they navigated a tough tournament with remarkable resilience. Their quarterfinal match against a formidable opponent went to five sets, which they narrowly won. The semifinals proved even more intense with the Lions trailing two sets to one before mounting a comeback victory in five sets. The gold-medal match was equally dramatic, with the Lions ultimately prevailing 15-13 in the final set. Their success hinged on fine margins and clutch play, with senior leadership playing a crucial role. Key contributors included John Householder, Jacob Lobdell, Charlie Gordy and Maddox Canham, whose experience and skill were instrumental in transforming challenging moments into a tournament championship. Their performance demonstrated not just athletic skill, but also remarkable mental toughness and team unity in the face of adversity. Throughout the tournament, the Lions showed that determination and teamwork could overcome significant obstacles.