High School district volleyball tournament began around the state on Monday and four city teams began their postseasons.
At the Class 5 District 16 tournament at Park Hill South High School, Central had its season come to an end as they were swept by Park Hill 25-23, 25-15. The Indians finish with a record of 11-15-2.
Benton kept its season alive with a three-set victory over Maryville in the first round of the Class 3 District 16 tournament at Cameron. The Cardinals lost the first set 25-19 before rallying to the win the next two, 25-20 and 25-19. Benton will play Chillicothe in the semifinals Tuesday at 5:00 p.m. That match will be followed by Lafayette against Savannah. The Irish received a bye in the first round, while Savannah knocked off Cameron 2-0.
Bishop LeBlond advanced to the Class 2 Distrcit 16 tournament semifinals with a 25-12, 25-16 victory over North Platte. The Eagles play the host team Lawson in the semifinals at 6:15 Tuesday, while Mid-Buchanan and East Buchanan meet in the other semifinal at 5:00 p.m.
And at the Class 1 District 15 tournament at Rock Port, St. Joseph Christian’s season ended with a 25-14, 25-9 loss to Tarkio. The Lions finish just 2-20.