The Lady Warriors did what hadn't been done in 24 years. The last time West Branch claimed a league championship in volleyball was 2002. West Branch beat rival Salem to take the title, fighting hard in four sets. West Branch came out strong early winning the first set 25-20. Salem did not go quietly, battling back to take the second set 27-25. The Lady Warriors responded quickly, winning the next 25-15. The deciding set came down to the wire, ending in a Warriors victory 26-24. 

The Lady Warriors were in control of almost every category. From the service line Aislyn Ring notched four aces with Renae Emmons and Izzy Ludwig each recording three. The defense collected 53 digs on the night, with Ring recording the most at 10. Ludwig, Elly Biskup, and Madi Hoopes all added nine digs to the count. Ring had 45 assists directing the offense, who scored 60 kills. M. Hoopes was the kill leader with 24, with sister Kendelle Hoopes right behind at 19. 

The JV ultimately fell in straight sets 0-2. 

With the win the Warriors improved to 14-4 on the season and finish the EBC slate at 9-1, one game ahead of second place Marlington.  The JV's are 12-5 overall and closed out its EBC schedule at 6-3.

The Lady Warriors come home to finish the season with four more games. The next game is Monday, October 5th against Hubbard.  The JV's start at 5:30 with the varsity to follow.