Laurel-Concord-Coleridge Sweeps Volleyball Match Over EPPJ

The visiting team secured a three-set victory in Elgin on Thursday night.

Updated on Oct. 22, 2026 in Volleyball

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Laurel-Concord-Coleridge defeated EPPJ in a girls varsity volleyball match in Elgin on Thursday, securing a three-set victory to close the evening. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

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Laurel-Concord-Coleridge defeated EPPJ in a girls varsity volleyball match, winning all three sets. The victory brings the season outcome for EPPJ to a 13-13 record.

Why it matters

This match highlights the competitive balance as EPPJ looks to stabilize their record before entering postseason play. The result serves as a critical indicator of team performance ahead of upcoming tournament brackets.

Laurel-Concord-Coleridge took the match with set scores of 29-27, 25-15, and 25-14. Notable performances included 24 set assists from Elizabeth Moser and 23 digs from Braelyn Martinsen.

The players

Laurel-Concord-Coleridge

This is a competitive high school athletic program that participated in the varsity volleyball match.

EPPJ

This high school volleyball team currently holds a 13-13 season record and is preparing for upcoming tournament play.

The details

Laurel-Concord-Coleridge won the tight first set 29-27 before securing the final two sets more decisively. They notably dominated the third set with a 15-5 scoring run to finish the match.

Timeline

  1. The match took place on Thursday night, October 22, 2026.

Season Trajectory

This loss impacts EPPJ's standing as they navigate the final portion of their regular season schedule. The team must now leverage these results to refine their play before entering the NVC Tournament bracket.

EPPJ finishes this match with a 13-13 record, which will directly influence their eventual seeding in the upcoming NVC Tournament. The high-assist volume from Elizabeth Moser and defensive depth from Braelyn Martinsen continue to define the tactical ceiling for their respective squads.

The takeaway

Team consistency during high-stakes set points, such as those seen in the 29-27 opening set, remains a primary factor in determining match outcomes. Coaches and players should focus on minimizing late-set errors to sustain momentum in tournament play.

What happens next

EPPJ is scheduled to compete in the NVC Tournament following the conclusion of their regular season play.

Further reading

For more updates on local sports, visit the Volleyball section.

Source note: This article includes information reported by The Elgin Review Online Edition.

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