Volleyball Recap: York Institute Takes a Loss

York Institute extended their losing streak to five on Thursday, dropping them down to 1-5. They were a single set away from ending the streak, but they lost a 3-2 heartbreaker at the hands of the Jackson County Blue Devils. The Dragons were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Blue Devils apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in September of 2024.

As for Jackson County, the win (which was their fifth in a row) raised their record to 10-3. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory they have posted since September 19, 2024.

Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Jackson County to victory, but perhaps none more so than Bella Chaffin, who had 15 digs and six kills. That's the most digs Chaffin has posted since back in September of 2024. The team also got some help courtesy of Lillianne Wilson, who had 16 kills, nine digs, and two aces.

We've got plenty of inter-district action coming up soon. York Institute will take on rival Red Boiling Springs at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. Meanwhile, Jackson County is set to face off against their familiar foe Clay County at 5:30 p.m. on Monday.