Follow the Manson Trojans at the State 2B Volleyball Tournament!
By Dennis Rahm, photos courtesy Jenna Rahm
Tournament at a Glance
- Opening match, Nov. 12 at 9:45 am: Manson vs La Conner (3-0 Manson)
- Quarter-final, Nov. 12 at 7:15 pm: Manson vs Tonasket (3-0 Manson)
- Semi-final, Nov. 13 at 10 am: Manson vs Freeman (3-0 Freeman)
- 3rd/4th Place, Nov. 13 at 2 pm: Manson vs Lind-Ritzville-Sprague (3-2 LRS)
- Manson places 4th in State!
Match 4 Recap: Manson vs Lind-Ritzville-Sprague
Manson Trojans Place 4th in State 2B Volleyball Tournament
The Manson Trojans Volleyball team will bring home yet another trophy from the State 2B Tournament after claiming 4th place this year. On Thursday afternoon at the Yakima SunDome the Trojans lost the 3rd/4th place game to Lind-Ritzville-Sprague 3-2.
Manson started strong by winning the opening set 25-18, but had a difficult time recovering from a slow start in the second set. They would lose that set decisively 25-13 and also dropped the third set 25-18 to fall behind two sets to one. Manson then rallied in the fourth set to tie the match with a 25-23 win, but in the abbreviated fifth set the Broncos came out fast and won 15 – 6.
The Trojans team played hard and determined throughout the tournament and for the fifth consecutive year earned a top 4 finish. Seniors playing their final match for Manson included Phinley Teague, Kayden Koth, Isabella Wisdom, Karly Naranjo, Amelia Sivertson, Ayda Jones, and Kimberly Sanchez.
Congratulations to Manson and their 4th place finish at the 2025 WIAA 2-B State Volleyball Tournament!
Match 3 Recap: Manson vs Freeman
The Trojans Come Up Short in Bid to Reclaim Their Championship Title
The Manson Trojans battled hard in the semi-final match against the tall and talented Freeman Scotties on Thursday morning at the State 2B Volleyball Tournament, but ended up losing 3-0. The Scotties had a decided height advantage, with three players over 6’1” dominating the front line. Each set, the Trojans improved their approach, losing 25-15 and 25-19 in the first two sets but forcing Freeman to work hard in the final set where they won 25-21.
Manson struggled to find their rhythm, and it was difficult to put together a significant run of points in each set. It was a credit to the Trojans that they maintained their poise throughout, and keep the match close in the final set. Junior Bailey Evans was awarded the Sportsmanship Award for the Trojans.
The Trojans will now try to regroup, as they have an important matchup against Lind-Ritzville-Sprague that will determine 3rd and 4th Place in State. Manson captured Third Place in 2021 and 2023, and went on to win a state title back-to-back in 2023 and 2024.
The Trophy match for 3rd and 4th Place will take place today (November 13) at 2 pm. Listen to the live broadcast on LakeChelanNow and follow our tournament coverage on Instagram and Facebook. Go Trojans!
Match 2 Recap: Manson vs Tonasket
The Trojans Face Off Against The Tigers For the Fourth Time This Season
For the fifth consecutive year the Manson volleyball team has advanced to final four of the WIAA 2B State Volleyball Tournament. Manson keeps their title hopes alive with a 3-0 win Wednesday night over Tonasket by scores of 25-19, 25-19, and 25-16.
Tonasket was the #3 seeded team and had already defeated Manson in two earlier November matches, but this time around the Trojans would not be denied. Despite getting off to a slow start in the first set, Manson was able to steady themselves and take advantage of being the more experienced team as they wore down their opponent to gain the victory. Senior standout Phinley Teague was again instrumental in earning the win with her outstanding defense, hitting and serving. Junior Bailey Evans played aggressively at the net, and the Trojans’ setter, Junior Kailani Cruz, set up several hitters to deliver the ball all over the Tiger’s side of the net. It was a well-rounded team effort for Manson!
One highlight of the night was when senior Ayda Jones entered the contest for the first time in the third set and moments later ended up scoring the winning point. Senior Ayda Jones entered the contest for the first time in the third set and moments later ended up scoring the winning point — a true highlight of the match. Phinley Teague was awarded the Sportsmanship Award.
The Trojans will play the Freeman Scotties on Thursday at 10 am in the semi-final match Listen live on LakeChelanNow and follow our tournament coverage on Instagram and Facebook. Go Trojans!
Match 1 Recap: Manson vs La Conner
The Trojans Sweep the Braves in the Opening Match of Tournament Play
The two-time defending State Champion Manson Trojans posted an efficient 3-0 win Wednesday morning over La Conner by scores of 25-11, 25-10 and 25-16. The win showcased the Trojans’ tourney experience as they delivered a poised performance. Senior Phinley Teague had a solid all-around game, and was particularly effective with the serve, posting a 10-point run in the third set. Freshman Katie Coltman stood out in her debut tournament performance with a strong showing at the net. The Sportsmanship Award was given to Amelia Sivertson (Senior). Listen back to a recording of the live broadcast below for all of the match highlights!
The Trojans will advance to a quarter-final matchup against the Tonasket Tigers this evening at 7:15 p.m. Tonasket is a very familiar opponent to Manson, as the teams have already met three times this season, with the Tigers holding a 2-1 edge. Tonasket posted two November wins over Manson by scores of 3-2 in each contest, demonstrating how closely matched these teams are. Tonight’s winner will advance to the semi-finals Thursday morning. Listen live tonight on LakeChelanNow!
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