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Space Coast edges Astronaut to reach District 8-3A final

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 15, 2026, 6:23 AM

Last updated Oct 15, 2026

Space Coast edges Astronaut to reach District 8-3A final
Summary

Space Coast defeated Astronaut in a thrilling five-set match on October 14, 2026, during the District 8-3A Tournament semifinals. After trailing 2-1, Space Coast rallied to win the last two sets 25-23 and 15-13, securing their spot in the district final. Key players included Ava Keller, who led with 19 kills, and Gracie Taylor, who contributed crucial points. The victory marks Space Coast's second district final appearance in three years, with hopes for a spot in the Class 3A, Region 2 state playoffs. They will face Merritt Island on October 15.

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  • •Space Coast won in five sets: 18-25, 25-18, 19-25, 25-23, 15-13.
  • •Ava Keller scored a season-high 19 kills for Space Coast.
  • •The Vipers battled back from a 2-1 deficit to claim victory.
  • •Space Coast faces Merritt Island in the district final on October 15.
  • •Astronaut had four players with double-digit kills in a close match.
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  • 6:23 AMYahoo Sports — Space Coast beats Astronaut in 5 sets to advance to district final
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After falling behind 2-1 to Astronaut, Space Coast won the final two sets 25-23 and 15-13 to advance to the District 8-3A Tournament final.

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