Yuba City tops River Valley in four sets to start rivalry series

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Sep 24, 2026, 2:17 AM

Last updated Sep 24, 2026

Summary

Yuba City defeated River Valley in four sets (27-25, 19-25, 25-16, 25-21) on Tuesday night in their first rivalry match of the season at River Valley. Yuba City's impactful offense, led by Madison Jackson and Bridget Lavy, helped them snap a two-match losing streak. River Valley, featuring several freshmen, struggled defensively, which allowed Yuba City to capitalize throughout the match. The teams are set to meet again next month at Yuba City High. Both will compete in additional matches today, with Yuba City facing Del Campo and River Valley hosting Chico.

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  • Yuba City wins first rivalry match in four sets.
  • Madison Jackson and Bridget Lavy led Yuba City's offense.
  • River Valley struggled with defensive mistakes.
  • Both teams play additional matches on September 24.
  • Next rivalry match is scheduled for next month at Yuba City.
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  • 2:17 AMYahoo Sports‘Both sides could feel pressure’: Yuba City eclipses rival in four to kick off rivalry home-and-home series
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It doesn’t typically matter where River Valley and Yuba City High sit in the girls volleyball standings when they are scheduled to meet on the same court as foes. Both squads are invariably up for the challenge – as they were Tuesday night when Yuba City visited its crosstown rival in round one of Foothill Valley League action. YC used a formidable offensive attack, spearheaded by left-pin ...

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