Deary and Troy Advance to District Volleyball Finals
The Mustangs and Trojans secured semifinal victories in Lewiston to move forward in the district tournament bracket.
Updated on Oct. 16, 2026 in Volleyball
The Deary Mustangs and Troy Trojans dominated their respective semifinal matches on Tuesday at the P1FCU Activity Center. Both teams swept their opponents in three sets to advance to the upcoming winners bracket finals.
Why it matters
These victories solidify the Mustangs and Trojans as top contenders for the district title. Winning these semifinals ensures both teams remain in the winners bracket as the tournament moves into its final stages.
Deary swept Kendrick with set scores of 25-9, 25-13, and 25-10, while Troy defeated Kamiah with scores of 25-18, 25-6, and 25-11. Scarlet Donigian fueled the Deary victory with an eight-point serving run in the first set.
The players
Deary Mustangs
The Deary Mustangs are a competitive volleyball program currently holding a 14-3 season record.
Troy Trojans
The Troy Trojans are a regional volleyball team that successfully advanced through the district tournament semifinals.
Scarlet Donigian
Scarlet Donigian is a volleyball player for the Deary Mustangs who provided a key eight-point serving run during the first set of the team's victory.
The details
The Deary Mustangs and Troy Trojans utilized strong defensive and offensive play to shut out the Kendrick Tigers and Kamiah Kubs respectively. Both matches were held at the P1FCU Activity Center in Lewiston.
Timeline
October 15, 2026: Semifinal tournament matches occurred in Lewiston.
October 17, 2026: Winners bracket finals at 1 p.m.
Season Trajectory
These semifinal results define the path for the upcoming winners bracket finals for both Class 1A and 2A divisions. The outcomes directly determine which programs will face off for the championship title versus those relegated to the losers bracket.
Deary will face the Nezperce Nighthawks in the next round, while Troy is set to compete against the Potlatch Loggers. These matchups finalize the high-stakes pairings for the next stage of the district bracket.
The takeaway
Advancing through the winners bracket is critical for maintaining a direct path to the championship title. Teams that succeed here avoid the added pressure and fatigue of competing in the consolation brackets.
What happens next
The winners bracket finals are scheduled to take place on October 17, 2026, at 1 p.m. at the P1FCU Activity Center.
Further reading
For more local sports updates, visit Lewiston Volleyball.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Moscow-Pullman Daily News.
