Jackson Academy’s volleyball team punched its ticket to the MAIS Division I State Championship with a commanding sweep of Jackson Prep in the state semifinals, winning three straight sets at A.E. Wood Coliseum on the campus of Mississippi Christian University in Clinton. The Lady Raiders took control early and never let up, winning 25-23, 25-12, and 25-8 to send a clear message heading into Tuesday night’s title game.
The performance was a complete team effort from start to finish. Madelyn Rodrigue led the way with six aces, four kills, and 10 digs, while Carson Caraway added 13 kills, two aces, and 11 digs in a standout two-way performance. Catherine Bensler ran the offense with efficiency, distributing 17 assists and adding four aces and five digs. Darby Horn provided additional support from the service line with two aces, nine assists, and six digs.
Asia Lindsay was a force at the net, recording five kills and three blocks, while Lorin Bass contributed six kills and three blocks of her own. Anna Holladay Craft rounded out the stat sheet with 11 digs, an ace, and two assists as the Lady Raiders’ defensive effort kept Prep off balance throughout the match.
Jackson Academy will return to Clinton Tuesday night for the MAIS Division I State Championship, where they will face MRA with first serve at 6:30 p.m. Be there early and be loud.
