Thomas Jefferson Seventh-Grade Volleyball Teams Fell
The Columbia squads dropped both matches in a doubleheader against Our Lady of Lourdes Interparish School.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Volleyball
Thomas Jefferson’s seventh-grade A and B volleyball teams were defeated in their recent doubleheader at Our Lady of Lourdes Interparish School. Both squads lost their respective matchups in straight sets.
Why it matters
The losses reflect a challenging road test for the Columbia-based teams as they approach the final stretch of their middle school schedule. The matches serve as critical competitive experience before the upcoming season finale.
The A team fell 25-27 and 18-25, while the B team finished with scores of 24-26 and 17-25. Individual B team performance was highlighted by 12 combined aces from Tori Banks, Neva Peters, and Norah Kleffner.
The players
Tori Banks
She is a member of the Thomas Jefferson seventh-grade volleyball team who recorded five aces in the recent match.
Neva Peters
She is a volleyball player for the Thomas Jefferson B team who contributed four aces during the doubleheader.
Norah Kleffner
She is a member of the Thomas Jefferson B team who tallied three aces against Our Lady of Lourdes Interparish School.
The details
Despite the team losses, the B team maintained offensive pressure through strong serving performances. Tori Banks led the effort with five aces, followed by Neva Peters with four and Norah Kleffner with three.
Timeline
The doubleheader took place on October 12, 2026.
The season concludes with a home doubleheader on October 14, 2026.
Season Trajectory
These results force the program to refocus ahead of their final home appearances this week. The outcome directly impacts the team's momentum as they head into the season finale against Lewis and Clark.
The B team's ability to generate 12 aces in a single outing highlights a specific area of offensive strength that could influence rotations for the final games. The straight-set losses suggest the teams will need to improve serve reception to remain competitive in their next matchup.
The takeaway
The team should focus on maintaining their serving consistency as they prepare for the final home games of the year. Developing a stronger defensive response to opponent attacks will be key to ending the season on a positive note.
What happens next
Thomas Jefferson will play its final home doubleheader of the season on October 14, 2026, against Lewis and Clark.
Further reading
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