Spain Park High School’s volleyball program continued its impressive early‑season surge last week, posting a 6-1 record that lifted the team to 18‑3 overall. The Tigers opened the stretch with a dominant 3‑0 victory over Shades Valley, followed by a 3‑1 win against Vestavia Hills in regular‑season play. The momentum carried the squad to the River City Rumble tournament in Chattanooga, Tennessee, where they went 4‑1.
River City Rumble highlights
At the tournament, Spain Park defeated CCS, CPA, Silverdale Academy and Soddy Daisy before a hard‑fought loss to River Ridge of Georgia in the gold‑bracket semifinals. The Tigers’ depth shone throughout, with several players contributing across the board.
Peyton Harrington led the offensive attack, recording 56 kills, 44 digs and five aces. Camdyn Kyes anchored the back row, posting 63 digs, 80 receptions on just three errors, 21 assists and eight aces. Setter Lynlee Franks directed the offense with 73 assists, 25 digs and two aces, while teammate Payton Bohan added 48 assists, 27 digs and five aces. Chloe Shumate contributed 43 kills, eight blocks and 13 digs, and Sarah Latham chipped in 21 kills, 14 blocks and six aces.
Statistical details from the Soddy Daisy and River Ridge matches were not released, but the overall performance underscores Spain Park’s balanced attack and defensive resilience.
Upcoming schedule for Spain Park
The Tigers will travel to Jasper on Thursday for a matchup before hosting the HeffStrong tournament this weekend, giving the squad another opportunity to fine‑tune its play ahead of the upcoming conference slate.
Hoover High’s recent results
Hoover High School’s volleyball team posted a 1‑1 record over the same period. The Crimson Tide opened with a 3‑1 win over Oak Mountain on September 10, showcasing a solid serving game and disciplined defense. However, the team fell 3‑0 to Bob Jones on Tuesday, a result that highlighted areas for improvement in transition play.
Looking ahead, Hoover will host Auburn on Thursday, followed by an away contest at Hewitt‑Trussville on September 22. Both games present chances for the Crimson Tide to rebound and build on the strengths displayed against Oak Mountain.
Community impact
These high‑school volleyball contests draw enthusiastic crowds from across Jefferson County, reinforcing the importance of youth athletics in fostering teamwork, discipline, and community pride. Parents and local supporters have praised the dedication of the student‑athletes and coaching staffs, noting how the programs provide positive outlets for young people during the school year.
As the season progresses, both Spain Park and Hoover will look to translate their recent performances into deeper runs in regional tournaments and, ultimately, state‑level competition. The continued success of these programs reflects the strong tradition of high‑school sports in the Hoover area and the broader Alabama community.
Original reporting: Hoover Sun — read the source article.
