Oak Lawn Volleyball Dominates Reavis in Straight Sets
Oak Lawn secured a decisive victory over Reavis with a strong performance across two sets.
Updated on Oct. 16, 2026 in Volleyball
Oak Lawn defeated Reavis 25-16, 25-14 in high school volleyball action. The win improves Oak Lawn to a 17-11 season record while Reavis falls to 7-16.
Why it matters
This victory highlights the strong offensive coordination of the Oak Lawn squad, anchored by key contributors in hitting and setting. It further solidifies their standing in the current season as they continue to build momentum.
Daphne Fortner led the attack with seven kills, supported by Dahlia Campos with six kills and Aubrey Anderson with five kills and six digs. Sara Nassar contributed 10 assists while Angelica Ziaja recorded four aces in the win.
The players
Daphne Fortner
She is a 5-foot-10 volleyball player for Oak Lawn who transitioned to the outside hitter role earlier this year.
Oak Lawn
This is a high school volleyball program currently holding a 17-11 record for the season.
Reavis
This is a high school volleyball team that currently holds a 7-16 season record.
The details
Oak Lawn utilized a dominant 11-0 scoring run during the first game to seize control of the match. Daphne Fortner, who transitioned to the outside hitter position in January 2026, was instrumental during that stretch, contributing three of her seven total kills.
Timeline
January 2026: Daphne Fortner switched to the outside hitter position.
October 15, 2026: Oak Lawn defeated Reavis in straight sets.
Season Trajectory
This win keeps Oak Lawn competitive as they navigate the later stages of the school year. The victory directly influences their seasonal standing and prepares the team for potential postseason positioning.
Oak Lawn moves to a 17-11 season record, improving their standing as they head toward the end of the schedule. Reavis falls to 7-16, impacting their current conference and regional rank.
The takeaway
Consistent offensive production from multiple hitters allowed Oak Lawn to maintain control throughout the match. Teams looking to improve should focus on sustained scoring runs similar to the 11-0 sequence observed here.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Chicago Tribune.
