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Utica Sweeps Columbus School for Girls in Opener

The Utica volleyball team moves on to the district semifinals after a commanding three-set victory on home court.

Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Volleyball

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Utica defeated Columbus School for Girls in their Division V district volleyball opener, winning in three straight sets. The home team utilized a veteran lineup of nine seniors to secure the victory.

Why it matters

The victory allows Utica to advance in the district tournament and keeps their season alive. The team's senior players were highly motivated to continue their campaign past the opening round.

Utica earned the sweep with set scores of 25-8, 25-13, and 25-18. They will face Northridge, who holds a 14-8 record following their 3-1 win over Worthington Christian.

The players

Utica

This is a high school volleyball program currently holding a 13-10 record.

Columbus School for Girls

This is a high school volleyball program that competed in the Division V district opener.

Northridge

This is a high school volleyball program with a 14-8 season record.

The details

Playing on their home court, the Utica squad controlled the match against Columbus School for Girls. The nine seniors on the roster led the effort to ensure the team secured a berth in the district semifinals.

Timeline

  1. The match against Columbus School for Girls took place on October 20.

  2. Utica will host Northridge in a district semifinal on October 27 at 6 p.m.

Season Trajectory

This win positions Utica to challenge Northridge in the next round of the tournament. The outcome of the upcoming semifinal will determine which team remains in the hunt for the district title.

Utica's win sets up a district semifinal matchup against Northridge. The home court advantage for Utica on October 27 will be a factor for fans attending the next round of tournament play.

The takeaway

The Utica volleyball team continues their season behind a strong veteran group of seniors. They face a tough test in their next match against a 14-8 Northridge squad.

What happens next

Utica will host Northridge in the district semifinal on October 27 at 6 p.m.

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