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South Point volleyball continues playoff push after second-round sweep

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 21, 2026, 2:15 AM

Last updated Oct 21, 2026

South Point volleyball continues playoff push after second-round sweep
Summary

South Point volleyball eliminated North Davidson with a 3-0 sweep on October 20, 2026, advancing to the third round of the NCHSAA 5A playoffs. This marks the first time in program history that South Point has achieved back-to-back third-round appearances. The Red Raiders won the Big South 5A/6A title, finishing league play at 12-0. Head coach Bridget Atkinson emphasized the team's growth and chemistry as keys to their success. The Red Raiders will face No. 3 Jesse Carson on October 22 for a chance to reach the NCHSAA 5A West semifinals.

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  • •South Point volleyball swept North Davidson 3-0 on October 20, 2026.
  • •The team is set to play No. 3 Jesse Carson on October 22.
  • •South Point finished league play with a 12-0 record.
  • •This is the first time South Point advanced to the third round in consecutive seasons.
  • •Coach Bridget Atkinson credits team chemistry for their success.
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