New Albany Repeats as Class 4A Volleyball Champion
New Albany secured its second consecutive state title by defeating Choctaw Central in four sets.
Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Volleyball
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New Albany claimed back-to-back Class 4A state volleyball championships after a 3-1 victory over Choctaw Central. The win solidifies New Albany as the state title holder once again.
Why it matters
The victory marks a dominant run for the New Albany program, while the championship appearance served as a historic milestone for Choctaw Central. The match highlights the competitive progression of high school volleyball programs across Mississippi.
New Albany won the match 3-1 with set scores of 22-25, 25-7, 25-13, and 25-10. Choctaw Central finished its season with five seniors on the roster.
The players
New Albany
This high school volleyball program is based in Mississippi and currently serves as the two-time defending Class 4A state champion.
Choctaw Central
This high school athletic program reached the state volleyball championship match for the first time in school history this season.
The details
Despite dropping the opening set 22-25, New Albany recovered to dominate the remaining three frames. The team surged in the fourth set by scoring 10 consecutive points to establish a 17-5 lead.
Timeline
The championship match took place during the week of October 14, 2026.
Season Trajectory
This win cements New Albany as the perennial powerhouse in the Class 4A division, extending their reign for another year. Conversely, the loss marks a major advancement for Choctaw Central, providing experience that will shape their competitive outlook for future seasons.
New Albany concludes its season as the back-to-back state title holder after overcoming a first-set deficit. Choctaw Central enters the offseason with five graduating seniors, marking a transition period for their rotation.
The takeaway
Repeat championships are often driven by a program's ability to maintain composure after early setbacks in high-stakes matches. Teams looking to build similar success can focus on mid-match adjustments, like New Albany's 10-point scoring run in the final set.
Further reading
For more on high school sports in the state, visit Mississippi Volleyball.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Neshoba Democrat.
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