Wylie’s high school volleyball program received statewide recognition this week when the Texas Girls Coaches Association (TGCA) released its latest Class 6A poll, placing the Lady Pirates at No. 8. The ranking reflects a strong start to the season, highlighted by senior leadership and a series of impressive tournament performances.

Season highlights

Senior outside hitter/setter Jolene Bao has been a catalyst for the team’s success, guiding the Lady Pirates to a 9‑1 overall record. The squad opened the season with a five‑set victory over Waxahachie and followed that with a 3‑0 sweep of Class 6A’s No. 9 McKinney Boyd on Aug. 11.

At the recent Grapevine Volleyfest, Wylie went 7‑1, defeating defending District 5‑6A champion Hebron twice and earning two wins over Frisco Reedy. Senior Keelyn Green earned a spot on the all‑tournament team for her play at outside hitter and setter.

Upcoming competition

The Lady Pirates will face McKinney Boyd again tonight at 6:30 p.m. in the Montgomery Center. After that matchup, the team is slated to compete in the Allen Varsity Texas Open on Friday and Saturday. Pool play begins Friday at 9:00 a.m. against Richardson’s Lowery Freshman Center, with subsequent matches versus Katy at 11:30 a.m. and Waco Midway at 3:15 p.m.

Community support

Wylie’s volleyball achievements underscore the town’s commitment to youth athletics and family involvement. Local fans have been encouraged to attend games and support the Lady Pirates as they continue their pursuit of a state championship. For additional coverage of Wylie events and stories, readers can consult the next print or digital edition of The Wylie News.

Original reporting: Wylie News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.