Pleasant High School’s volleyball program continued its historic run of dominance on Tuesday, dismantling Centerburg 3-0 in the Division V regional semifinal at the O-rena in Ontario. The Spartans, who have now won 26 consecutive matches in 2026, took control of the match early, closing out the first two sets with commanding leads of 25-12 and 25-10. This decisive victory underscores the team’s status as the state’s premier defensive and offensive unit, showcasing a level of precision that has defined their entire campaign.
Spartans extend perfect season to 26-0, set up title clash with No. 1 Coldwater
The performance marked a peak in execution for the No. 7-ranked Spartans, who displayed heightened energy and technical focus throughout the contest. Senior defensive specialist Siri Veladanda noted that the team operated with a rare clarity, stating, “This is definitely the best we’ve played skill-wise. We had so much energy. We were very honed in in what we were doing.” Head coach Kory Ute echoed this sentiment, praising the squad’s relentless hunger and refusal to concede points, a trait that has propelled them through the regular season and into the postseason with an unblemished 26-0 record.
With the win, Pleasant secures a spot in the regional final against top-ranked Coldwater, who also advanced with a 3-0 victory over No. 3 Huron. The Cavaliers (22-4) defeated the Huron team by scores of 25-16, 29-27, and 25-13 to earn their place in the championship match. The two teams will collide at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, back in the O-rena, setting the stage for a high-stakes encounter between the state’s most consistent squad and the top seed in the Division V coaches poll.
Source: Yahoo Sports
