Local volleyball squads record victories
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September 1, 2026
In the top photo, Jonathan Alder’s Audrey Lange (20) prepares to blast the ball over the net. In the bottom photo, Glory Blevins (1) of North Union does the same. Both local varsity teams won recent matches. (Journal-Tribune photos by Tim Miller)

Local volleyball squads record victories

By Tim Miller 

The Lady Pioneers of Jonathan Alder battled to a 3-1 verdict over Central Buckeye Conference cross-over rival Indian Lake.

Scores from the match were 25-17, 20-25, 25-18, 25-12.

The victory improved Jonathan Alder’s record to 5-0.

Kylie Trout recorded 28 digs, a pair of aces and handed out three assi...

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