Jackson State Volleyball Opens Season with 3–1 Victory Over St. Louis Community College

HARRISBURG, IL – The Jackson State Community College Green Jays launched their 2025 volleyball season in impressive fashion, defeating St. Louis Community College 3–1 on Saturday morning at Southeastern Illinois.

After dropping the opening set 25–20, the Green Jays rallied with three straight set wins (25–21, 25–20, 25–20), showcasing their depth, resilience, and all-around execution. The victory highlighted balanced offense, aggressive serving, and a defensive unit that set the tone throughout the match.

Key Performers

• Ava Henderson paced the attack with 13 kills, posting an outstanding .571 hitting percentage.

• Mattie Hopper added 9 kills and 10 points while hitting an efficient .318.

• Teagan Reed contributed on both ends with 6 kills and a team-high 14 digs.

• From the service line, Joslyn Young and Chloe Williams combined for 9 aces, keeping St. Louis under constant pressure.

• The team finished with 63 digs and 8 block assists, dominating key defensive moments.

Coach's Corner

Head Coach Alexis Kapales praised her team's composure and fight:

"We didn't panic after the first set. The players locked in, trusted each other, and responded the way a championship team should. This was a great start to our season and a great step in making history."

Final Score

Jackson State CC 3, St. Louis CC 1
(20–25, 25–21, 25–20, 25–20)

The Green Jays will look to build on this strong start as they continue their opening weekend of play.

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