LAKEVILLE, Minn. – On October 30th, the #1 ranked Lakeville South Cougars, top seed in section 1AAAA, faced off against the #4 seeded Farmington Tigers in an electrifying playoff match. The contest highlighted the competitive spirit of Minnesota high school volleyball.

Set one was a fierce battle, with both teams showcasing impressive defense and long rallies. The Cougars seized momentum with a series of strategic plays, clinching the set 25-19. Despite strong performances from Farmington's Addison Otto and Taylor Hagedorn, Lakeville South emerged victorious.

The second set mirrored the intensity of the first, as Lakeville initially established a 19-12 lead. However, Farmington fought back, driven by Otto's three kills and Lila Johannsen's two aces, closing the gap with a fierce kill-for-kill effort. Ultimately, the Tigers fell just short, losing 25-18 and finding themselves down 0-2 in the match.

In set three, Lakeville South's in-system tempo proved too much for Farmington. Despite Elexis West's outstanding defense, including five key digs, the Tigers struggled to keep pace. The Cougars accelerated through the set, securing a commanding 25-13 win and completing the match sweep at 3-0.

Lakeville South's fast-tempo play and resilient defense showcased why they are the top team in the state, while Farmington demonstrated heart and tenacity throughout the match.

As the season comes to a close for Farmington, we extend our heartfelt thanks to our seniors: Jada Henrikson, Mya Sharp, Ramsie Witt, Abby Springer, and Elizabeth Acker, along with our senior managers, Nikolina Opp and Kate Martin. Your impact on this program will forever be remembered.

We also want to express our gratitude to our parents and boosters for their unwavering support throughout the season. Thank you for being part of our journey!

Final Score - Lakeville South defeats Farmington 3-0  (25-19, 25-18, 25-13).
Location -  Lakeville South High School, Lakeville MN
Record - Farmington 15-14, Lakeville South 28-2