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Prep Volleyball: Here’s all the info as four “Southern Six” squads battle for state championships

Two female volleyball players competing at the net during a match, with one attempting to spike the ball while the other is ready to block.
Vancleave’s Presleigh Tapp (4) hits the ball over the net vs.Sumrall Monday. (Photo by Jackson Ranger)

By CURTIS ROCKWELL/Sports Director

CLINTON — Four “Southern Six” prep volleyball teams are battling for their respective state championships over the next two days here.

On Thursday afternoon, Hancock looks to finally get over the hump in Class 6A and Thursday night ocean Springs looks to defend its Class 7A state title.

Friday morning, OLA looks to defend its Class 3A state crown, and on early Friday afternoon Resurrection looks to win its first Class 1A state championship in six years.

A volleyball player in a black jersey with the number 22 prepares to spike the ball over the net, while an opposing player in a blue jersey with the number 13 jumps to block.
Vancleave’s Brooklyn Craven (22) spikes the ball over the net vs.Sumrall Monday. (Photo by Jackson Ranger)
A volleyball player is diving to receive a serve, while another teammate watches from behind. They are on a court with spectators in the background.
Vancleave’s Brenley Hunter (25) bumps the ball vs.Sumrall Monday. (Photo by Jackson Ranger)
A volleyball player diving to receive the ball during a match, showcasing athleticism and focus.
Vancleave’s Gia Burney (12) dives to save a shot vs.Sumrall Monday. (Photo by Jackson Ranger)
A volleyball player jumps to serve the ball during a game, with spectators in the background.
Sumrall’s Rivers Dedeaux (2) spikes the ball vs. Vancleave Monday. (Photo by Jackson Ranger)

Here is all you need to know about the overall state volleyball finals this week.

2026 MHSAA Volleyball Championships

Dates: October 15, 16

Site: Mississippi College, A.E. Wood Coliseum

Map:

Schedule: Thursday 10-15-26

Noon 2A East Union vs. Enterprise Clarke

2 p.m. 6A Center Hill vs. Hancock

4 p.m. 5A New Hope vs. Sumrall

6 p.m. 7A Lewisburg vs. Ocean Springs

A volleyball player in a black jersey is performing a set while receiving a volleyball, with an audience visible in the background.
Vancleave’s Hadleigh Hall (6) sets up a shot vs.Sumrall Monday. (Photo by Jackson Ranger)
A female volleyball player wearing a black jersey with blue accents is in the process of performing a volley, focusing on the ball as it comes towards her.
Vancleave’s Gia Burney (12) returns a serve vs.Sumrall Monday. (Photo by Jackson Ranger)
A volleyball player serving the ball, wearing a black uniform with 'Bulldogs' on it, focused and ready in a gymnasium.
Vancleave’s Hadleigh Hall (6) serves the ball vs.Sumrall Monday. (Photo by Jackson Ranger)
A volleyball player in a black and blue uniform jumps to spike the ball, with an official in a blue shirt observing the play in the background.
Vancleave’s Presleigh Tapp (4) tips the ball over the net vs.Sumrall Monday. (Photo by Jackson Ranger)

Friday 10-16-26

10 a.m. 3A Kossuth vs. OLA

Noon 1A Ingomar vs. Resurrection

2 p.m. 4A New Albany vs. Choctaw Central

Tickets: Gofan.co

A female volleyball player in a black jersey with the number 4 prepares to receive a volleyball during a match.
Vancleave’s Presleigh Tapp (4) sets up a shot vs.Sumrall Monday. (Photo by Jackson Ranger)
A volleyball game in action featuring two players: one in a black jersey with 'Bulldog' written on it, looking concerned as she prepares to receive a volleyball, while another player in a white jersey with the number 25 is poised to set the ball. The background includes a crowd of spectators.
Vancleave’s Presleigh Tapp (4) reacts as Brenley Hunter (25) returns a shot vs.Sumrall Monday. (Photo by Jackson Ranger)
A volleyball player in a black uniform with the number 12 is diving to pass the ball during a game, while spectators watch in the background.
Vancleave’s Gia Burney (12) returns a shot vs.Sumrall Monday. (Photo by Jackson Ranger)
A female volleyball player in a black jersey prepares to receive a volleyball during a game, with another teammate looking on in the background.
Vancleave’s Presleigh Tapp (4) sets up a shot vs.Sumrall Monday. (Photo by Jackson Ranger)

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Tickets

7A- https://gofan.co/event/6953003?schoolId=MISSHSAA

6A- https://gofan.co/event/6952999?schoolId=MISSHSAA

5A- https://gofan.co/event/6953002?schoolId=MISSHSAA

4A- https://gofan.co/event/6953001?schoolId=MISSHSAA

3A- https://gofan.co/event/6952998?schoolId=MISSHSAA

2A- https://gofan.co/event/6952997?schoolId=MISSHSAA

1A- https://gofan.co/event/6953000?schoolId=MISSHSAA

Livestream: NFHS Network

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