Battle of OHC North Division volleyball titans results in FHS’ five-set win over WL-S

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October 9, 2026

Fairbanks’ Laynie Burgel (left) and Lailynn Burns go up for a block against West Liberty-Salem. Pictured at the far right for the Lady Panthers is Autumn Wiedmann. FHS won the match in five sets. (Journal-Tribune photo by Tim Miller)

Battle of OHC North Division volleyball titans results in FHS’ five-set win over WL-S

By Tim Miller

A battle between the top two volleyball teams in the North Division of the Ohio Heritage Conference resulted in a five-set victory for the Lady Panthers of Fairbanks.

FHS turned back West Liberty-Salem in a two-hour match by scores of 25-21, 20-25, 24-26, 25-18, 15-10.

The verdict elevated Fairbanks�...

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Triad gridders will host West Liberty-Salem

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