Pine Tree Lady Pirates Sweep Brownsboro in Playoffs
The Lady Pirates secured a three-set victory in Tyler to advance in the state volleyball tournament.
Updated on Oct. 30, 2026 in Volleyball
The Pine Tree Lady Pirates defeated the Brownsboro Bearettes in a three-set volleyball match on October 29, 2026. The win advances the team to an upcoming area match against Sulphur Springs.
Why it matters
This victory moves the Pine Tree Lady Pirates further into the postseason, building on their strong performance throughout the year. The win concludes the season for the Brownsboro Bearettes.
Pine Tree posted set scores of 25-16, 26-24, and 25-22 to move to a 28-12 season record. Jadelyn Armas contributed to the defensive effort by recording 17 digs.
The players
Bryleigh Mayhan
She is a key offensive contributor for the Pine Tree Lady Pirates who recorded 11 kills in the playoff match.
Carly Chadwick
She serves as a primary playmaker for the Pine Tree Lady Pirates and registered 20 assists during the win.
Jadelyn Armas
She is a defensive standout for the Pine Tree Lady Pirates who anchored the backcourt with 17 digs.
Khylee Briggs
She is a member of the Pine Tree Lady Pirates who delivered the final kill to secure the match victory.
The details
Pine Tree clinched the second set with a kill by Bryleigh Mayhan and finalized the sweep in the third set following a kill by Khylee Briggs. The team now shifts its focus to preparing for the next round of competition.
Timeline
October 29, 2026: The Pine Tree Lady Pirates defeated Brownsboro in the playoffs.
November 3, 2026: The Pine Tree Lady Pirates play Sulphur Springs in an area match.
Season Trajectory
This win keeps the Pine Tree Lady Pirates alive in the postseason bracket, positioning them for a challenging area round matchup. The victory is a significant step forward as they attempt to improve upon their 28-12 record by advancing deeper into the state tournament.
The Lady Pirates now hold a 28-12 record as they prepare for their next playoff opponent in Hawkins. This win effectively ends the Brownsboro Bearettes season, as the team finishes with an overall record of 16-17.
The takeaway
Advancing in the playoffs requires consistent execution from key playmakers like Chadwick and Mayhan to maintain momentum. Teams must continue to balance aggressive offensive attacks with defensive stability to succeed in high-stakes matches.
What happens next
Pine Tree will face Sulphur Springs in an area match on November 3, 2026.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Longview News-Journal.
