Dominican Volleyball Secures Road Win Over Country Day
Dominican improved its season record with a four-set victory at Country Day on October 14.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Volleyball
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Dominican defeated Country Day in four sets, marking the program's first victory at the venue since 2023. The final set scores were 25-18, 15-25, 25-22, and 25-14.
Why it matters
This win reinforces Dominican's standing as it heads into the final stretch of the regular season. The team now holds a 24-4 record, while Country Day falls to 16-6.
Olivia Anderson led the effort with 12 kills, while Elle Diley added nine kills, five blocks, and two aces. Additionally, Aubrie Dalton and Aurore Tortorich combined for 39 digs.
The players
Dominican
Dominican is a high school volleyball program currently holding a 24-4 season record.
Country Day
Country Day is a high school volleyball program with a season record of 16-6.
Olivia Anderson
Olivia Anderson is a volleyball player for Dominican who recorded 12 kills in the match.
Elle Diley
Elle Diley is a volleyball player for Dominican who contributed nine kills, five blocks, and two aces.
Bailey Dauzet
Bailey Dauzet is a volleyball player for Dominican who recorded nine kills.
The details
Dominican sealed the victory after Ella Baker set a ball to Olivia Anderson at the left pin for the final point of the third set, which deflected off two Country Day defenders. Country Day's Layla Henderson and Jade Washington contributed a combined 27 kills in the effort.
Timeline
Dominican's previous win at Country Day occurred in 2023.
The match took place on October 14, 2026.
Dominican plays Chapelle on October 20, 2026.
Dominican plays Mount Carmel on October 27, 2026.
Volleyball playoff brackets will be announced November 2, 2026.
Season Trajectory
This victory strengthens Dominican's momentum as the team approaches the postseason selection process. The win helps define the competitive hierarchy in the local division heading into the final matches of the year.
Dominican improved its seasonal standing with a 24-4 record, impacting the team's position ahead of the November 2 playoff bracket announcement. The high dig count from defensive players helped stifle a Country Day offense that relied on 27 combined kills from its lead scorers.
The takeaway
Strategic net play and high defensive output were the decisive factors in this competitive four-set road win. Consistency in setting, as seen in the final point of the third set, remains a vital component for teams looking to secure late-season momentum.
What happens next
Dominican is scheduled to play Chapelle on October 20, 2026, followed by a rematch against Mount Carmel on October 27, 2026. The official volleyball playoff brackets for the season are slated for release on November 2, 2026.
Further reading
For more updates on local prep athletics, visit Metairie Volleyball.
Source note: This article includes information reported by NOLA.
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