Mid-Buchanan wins KCI tournament without losing a set
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 1, 2026, 12:33 AM
Last updated Sep 1, 2026
VolleyballMid-Buchanan finished first at the KCI Tournament, securing five consecutive match victories to claim the title for the first time since 2018. The Dragons maintained a streak of not dropping a single set throughout the event, building on an undefeated start that includes a sweep of their jamboree and season opener against St. Joseph Christian. Coach Ron Underwood noted the depth of his roster, highlighting the contributions of freshman libero Aspen Wilson alongside experienced upperclassmen. The team remains focused on maintaining its current level of play, balancing internal goals with the high expectations of the season. Mid-Buchanan looks to extend this momentum when it hosts Excelsior Springs on Tuesday. The program continues to prioritize team-first play, with players focused on collective output rather than individual performance.
- •Mid-Buchanan won the KCI Tournament for the first time since 2018.
- •The team has not lost a single set through its opening stretch of play.
- •Freshman Aspen Wilson has emerged as a key contributor at the libero position.
- •The Dragons host Excelsior Springs on Tuesday.
- 12:33 AMYahoo Sports — Mid-Buchanan rolls through KCI tournament without dropping a set
"ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Mid-Buchanan has dominated to start the season, sweeping its jamboree and season opener against St. Joseph Christian. That dominance continued in the KCI Tournament, where the Dragons won five straight matches without dropping a single set. “It was a lot fun, it’s even better when you get through and don’t drop a set,” Dragons coach Ron Underwood said. ...
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