Prattville Christian to Face Plainview for 3A Title
The championship match is set for Thursday morning following semifinal victories in Birmingham.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Volleyball
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Prattville Christian and Plainview will compete for the Class 3A volleyball state title on Thursday. Both teams advanced following 3-1 victories in their respective semifinal matches on Wednesday.
Why it matters
The matchup represents the final stage of the Alabama Class 3A tournament, determining which school will claim the state crown. The winner will conclude a long season at the Birmingham tournament facilities.
Prattville Christian and Plainview both advanced with 3-1 semifinal wins, moving into the final with records of 37-19 and 63-11 respectively. The title match is scheduled for 10 a.m. at the Bill Harris Arena.
The players
Prattville Christian
Prattville Christian is a high school athletic program competing in Alabama's Class 3A volleyball division.
Plainview
Plainview is a high school athletic program that advanced to the state volleyball championship after a successful season.
Hannah Jones
Hannah Jones is a standout player for Prattville Christian who contributed 27 kills and two blocks in the semifinal match.
Haley Patterson
Haley Patterson is a key athlete for St. Luke's Episcopal who recorded 27 kills during the semifinal round.
The details
Prattville Christian secured their spot by defeating Ohatchee in four sets, led by Hannah Jones who tallied 27 kills and two blocks. Plainview earned their place in the final by overcoming St. Luke's Episcopal, with Haley Patterson recording 27 kills for the losing side.
Timeline
Wednesday afternoon: Semifinal matches occurred.
Thursday, 10 a.m.: The championship match is scheduled to take place.
Season Trajectory
This title match represents the culmination of the Class 3A season as teams battle to finalize their standing in the state rankings. The result will determine the definitive champion for the 2026 season following months of league play.
Fans can view the championship match via the school broadcast platform livestream. The winner will be crowned Class 3A state champion following the conclusion of the final match.
The takeaway
The Class 3A volleyball title match marks the end of the state playoff series. Success in these high-stakes games often comes down to key individual performances, such as the high kill counts seen from team leaders in the semifinals.
What happens next
The championship match is scheduled for Thursday, October 22, 2026, at 10 a.m. at the Bill Harris Arena in Birmingham.
Further reading
For more on local high school sports, visit Alabama Volleyball.
More information
Watch the final match on the school broadcast platform livestream.
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