Pearson makes all the plays and more for OHS

Jessica Pearson always had a knack of turning nothing into something.

As the setter on Oxford’s volleyball team, it wasn’t uncommon to see Pearson not only set up a teammate for the kill when the Lady Chargers’ passing was on point, but also go sprawling out of bounds in an attempt to keep the play alive. (more…) (October 25, 2012, Page 1B)

Lafayette’s rally falls short at CHS

CALEDONIA — Momentum can be an amazing and inexplicable force.

Believe in it or don’t, but Thursday’s second-round matchup between the Lafayette Lady Commodores and Caledonia Lady Confederates made both squads subscribe to the theory. (more…) (October 12, 2012, Page 6A)

Lady ‘Dores overpower Hartfield

If the Lady Commodores were searching for confidence, they certainly didn’t show it Tuesday.

Facing Hartfield Academy in the first round of the Class I playoffs, Lafayette cruised to a 3-0 (25-5, 25-6, 25-5) victory at the LHS gym. (October 10, 2012, Page 6)

LHS opens Class I playoffs

The Lafayette Lady Commodores volleyball team opens the Class I playoffs today with a home match against Hartfield Academy.

The match is set for 5 at the LHS gym. (more…) (October 9, 2012, Page 7)

Lady Commodores miss opportunity in home finale

Lafayette squandered a wonderful opportunity Tuesday.

With the Class I playoffs looming on the horizon, the Lady Commodores volleyball team had a chance to gain a substantial amount of momentum. (more…) (October 3, 2012, Page 7)

Lady ‘Dores complete season sweep

The Lafayette volleyball team earned a season sweep of Region 2 rival Water Valley Tuesday with a convincing 3-0 (25-13, 25-8, 25-11) victory at the LHS gym.

Tuesday’s match was a far cry from Lafayette’s Aug. 29 performance at Water Valley in which the Lady Commodores were forced to regroup several times in order to pull out the sweep. (more…) (September 19, 2012, Page 7)

LHS wins hard-fought Crosstown match

Nothing says Crosstown volleyball match like having to claw and scratch for every point.

That’s exactly what happened Tuesday at the Oxford High gym as the visiting Lady Commodores claimed a 3-1 (22-25, 25-17, 25-23, 25-17) victory over the host school. (September 12, 2012, Page 7)

Lady ‘Dores gain steam in win at WV

WATER VALLEY — Monday’s volleyball match was definitely a struggle for the Water Valley Lady Blue Devils and the visiting Lafayette Lady Commodores.

Early on, both squads struggled to serve consistently and make the basic plays necessary to build a lead.

As the match progressed, however, Lafayette made the necessary adjustments to claim a 3-0 (25-19, 25-16, 25-11) victory at Water Valley. (August 28, 2012, Page 7)

Lady Chargers escape with victory

There were several nervous moments for Oxford High volleyball coach Tara Ross in the Lafayette gym Thursday night. In a match that was decided on errors made by both teams as much as it was outstanding plays turned in, Ross knew that if her team focused better they had a shot at recovering from an early 2-1 deficit and earning a win over LHS. (August 17, 2012, Page 7A)

Lady ‘Dores preparing for 2012 season

Amy Scribner blends in with her players rather well.

That is, at least until she begins to give direction and direct practice. (more…) (August 1, 2012, Page 7)