In a nail-biting match that had fans on the edge of their seats, Mt. Pleasant High School edged past James Lick with a 3-2 victory on Monday, September 11, 2023. Hosted at Mt. Pleasant High School and with a buzzing crowd of 1,000 spectators, the game truly reflected the prowess of two of Alabama's leading high school volleyball teams.

Despite starting strong with a 25-22 set win, Mt. Pleasant faced fierce competition as James Lick retaliated, securing the second set 25-23. However, Mt. Pleasant did not lose their momentum, clinching the third set 25-23. James Lick was not far behind, bagging the fourth set 25-22. But the final and decisive set witnessed Mt. Pleasant emerge victorious with a close 15-13 score.

The spotlight shone brightly on two exceptional players. Aaliyah White from Mt. Pleasant stood out with a stellar performance of 25 kills, earning her the title of game's MVP. On the opposing side, James Lick's Riley Smith was not to be overshadowed, racking up an impressive 20 kills.

Broadcast live on the local television station under the sunny and warm skies, the game was skillfully officiated by John Smith and Jane Doe.

"We knew it was going to be a tough game," commented an elated John Smith, Mt. Pleasant's head coach. "James Lick is a formidable team, but our girls showcased their resilience and passion, and it paid off."

Star player Aaliyah White reflected on the team's initial jitters, stating, "We were a little nervous at the beginning. But once we found our groove in the second half, we knew we could take it home."

Although facing a defeat, James Lick's spirit remained unbroken. Their head coach, Jane Doe, expressed her sentiments, "It's tough to swallow this loss, but I'm immensely proud of how hard my girls played. We're looking forward to our rematch."

With Mt. Pleasant now holding an undefeated record of 3-0 and James Lick standing at 1-2, anticipation is building for their next face-off on October 15th. Fans and enthusiasts will undoubtedly mark their calendars for what promises to be another thrilling encounter.