Winter 1 Middle School Recaps
7TH GRADE VOLLEYBALL (LIGHTNING)
November 6, 2025
The 7th grade Lightning volleyball team (Coach Merlo) won all three sets of their first match last night. Scores were 25-17, 25-20, 25-18.
They did a great job playing a team and exceeded expectations for their first game.
November 11, 2025
The 7th grade Lightning volleyball team won all three sets last night in their home game against Carman-Ainsworth by scores of 25-8, 25-7 and 25-6.
Amelia Dixon served 10 consecutive points in the first set
Baylee Davis served 18 consecutive points in the third set.
November 12, 2025
The 7th grade volleyball team lost to Davison last night, 16-25, 22-25 and 21-25.
December 2, 2025
The 7th grade Lightning team won all three sets against Carman-Ainsworth last night: 25-9, 25-18, 25-11.
The entire team played great.
Reagan Smith and Ameila Dixion both had remarkable seving with several aces.
We play at home vs. Davison tonight.
7TH GRADE VOLLEYBALL (BOLTS)
November 10, 2025
The Lapeer Bolts (Coach Cutway) beat Carman-Ainsworth 25-12, 26-24, 25-19.
Angelina Borowicz led the team with 11 aces, Raelynn Rodgers following with five.
Down in set 2, Emmalyn Aulph went on a run to bring the Lightning back up.
Lapeer plays at Davison this Wednesday.
November 19, 2025
Last night, the Lapeer Bolts fought hard to beat Swartz Creek 25-23, 25-14 and 15-25.
The girls had a good game and made lots of good plays.
Emmalyn Aulph led the team with seven aces, Jenna McBride following close with five.
8TH GRADE VOLLEYBALL (BLUE)
November 6, 2025
Last night, the 8th grade Blue volleyball team started their season with a win against Grand Blanc West - 23-25, 25-26 and 25-7. All of the girls played a great game and contributed to the win!
The girls had amazing serves last night with Shelby Cottle leading the team with eight aces. Olivia Husted added five aces and Adela Grimes, Alivia Petz and Melody Thompson all had four aces each. Congratulations, girls!
Come out and cheer on both teams Monday at their home match at Rolland-Warner starting at 4:15pm.
November 10, 2025
Last night, the 8th grade Blue volleyball team swept Carman-Ainsworth 3-0 (25-13, 25-22, 25-17).
The girls played a great game and their strong serving led to this win.
Shelby Cottle led the team with 10 aces, Melody Thompson and Olivia Husted had five each, Stella English added four aces.
The girls will take the court next at Davison on Wednesday.
November 19, 2025
Last night, the girls 8th grade Blue volleyball team swept Swartz Creek Middle School 25-10, 27-25 and 25-19.
The girls came out in the first set serving strong. As a team, we had 16 aces in the first set. Leading the way on the night was Shelby Cottle with an impressive 14 aces! Olivia Husted added eight aces and Cora Street and Alivia Petz both added four aces each.
The girls did an amazing job of setting up the ball which led to two kills each by Adela Grimes and Shelby Cottle.
Keep up the great work ladies!
December 2, 2025
The 8th grade Blue volleyball team was able to knock the dust off after a week long break with a win over Carman-Ainsworth.
We started off slow in the first set down 5-11 and Alivia Petz brought the team into a commanding lead with 15 aces on the 18 points that she earned for the team! This led to a spark in the girls that continued throughout the game.
As a team, we had 36 aces and eight kills! Melody Thompson had the second-most aces with six and led the team with five kills.
Come watch the girls take on Davison tonight at Rolland-Warner at 4:15!
8TH GRADE VOLLEYBALL (GREEN)
November 6, 2025
The Lapeer 8th grade Green volleyball team had an impressive performance last night against Grand Blanc West, winning all three sets with scores of 25–20, 25–10, and 25–9.
Jane Roberts led the team at the service line with 14 aces total, and Alexis Newberry added eight more to keep the pressure on.
Laramei Bautista stood out defensively with several strong digs, while Ava Josef powered through with multiple kills at the net.
Every player contributed to the win, showing great teamwork and energy from start to finish.
November 10, 2025
The Lapeer 8th grade Green team delivered an impressive performance last night against Carman-Ainsworth, sweeping all three sets 25–11, 25–8, and 25–8.
Audrey King dominated at the service line with 14 aces, while Alexis Newberry and Anna Dawley added multiple kills at the net.
Every player contributed to the victory, bringing strong teamwork and energy from start to finish.
November 12, 2025
The Lapeer 8th grade Green team lost a close match last night to Davison, winning the second set and showing great teamwork throughout.
Ava Josef was strong at the net as a middle hitter, earning several impressive blocks, while Alexis Newberry led the team in kills.
The girls will be away this Friday, November 14, at Grand Blanc East.
November 14, 2025
The Lapeer 8th grade Green team lost to Grand Blanc East 12-25, 18-25 and 26-24.
November 19, 2025
The Lapeer 8th grade Green team put on a strong performance last night, sweeping all three sets against Swartz Creek 25-14, 25-18, 15-11.
Jane Roberts led with sharp assists, and Alexis Newberry delivered several key kills at the net.
Every player contributed with great teamwork and energy.
They play next at Carman-Ainsworth on December 2.
December 2, 2025
The Lapeer 8th grade Green team delivered an outstanding performance last night against Carman Ainsworth, sweeping all three sets 25-3, 25-21, 25-19.
The team racked up an impressive 34 aces and had Ava Josef leading the offense at the net with five kills.
Every player made a meaningful impact, showcasing strong teamwork, focus, and energy from start to finish.
