Belton Middle School clashed with SC Lee in a full slate of games, and while the night did not end in a clean sweep, the Tigers still walked away with pride and big wins from their 7th grade squads. Both 7B and 7A came out hungry, ready to prove themselves, and they absolutely dominated their matches from the very start. Their energy never faded, and their confidence only grew as each set went on. While the 8th-grade teams battled hard, they came up short this time against a tough SC Lee lineup. When the night wrapped up, it was a split outcome overall, but the story of the evening was the 7th grade Tigers. With commanding wins from both 7B and 7A, BMS made it clear that the future of the program is bright, and that when these players take the court, they come ready to dominate. 8A: The Belton Middle School 8A volleyball team put up a strong fight this week in their match against SC Lee, but came up just short in a close loss. Though the outcome did not go their way, the team showed solid effort and teamwork throughout the game. One of the highlights of the match came from Raelynn Saldana, who delivered nine serves, including three aces. She also had two kills and two assists. Her consistency and skill at the service line helped Belton stay competitive and brought energy to her team when they needed it most. While the Lady Tigers were not able to secure the win, they continued to show growth on the court and improvement in their play. The team remains focused on learning from each match and coming back stronger. Belton 8A looks ahead to their next game with determination and a goal to keep building on their progress this season. 8B: On Thursday night, the 8th Grade B Volleyball Team played at home against SC Lee Middle School in what proved to be a challenging matchup. Despite competing closely throughout both sets, our team came up short, falling in two. While the athletes showed strong effort, the team struggled at times to find their rhythm and let a few mental errors affect play. Even so, the match served as a valuable learning experience. The players are determined to regroup, work hard in practice this week, and come back stronger for their next opportunity against SC Lee. There were several bright spots in the game. Kaitlyn Copeland led the team in serving and anchored the back row with steady passes that kept rallies alive. Analiza Zuniga also stood out, setting up her teammates with consistency, hustling after tough balls, and finding smart opportunities to tip into open spaces on the opponent’s court. Although the night didn’t end in a win, the team continues to grow in skill and resilience. The coaches are confident that with focus and determination, these athletes will rise to the challenge in the weeks ahead. 7A: The BMS 7A volleyball team brought energy, teamwork, and determination to the court this week as they faced off against SC Lee — and came away with a big win! The team played with heart and hustle, showing just how much they've grown this season. One of the standout players of the match was Brooklyn Beierman, who delivered powerful hits and showed an incredible ability to read the ball. Her smart plays kept the defense on their toes and gave BMS a strong offensive edge. Also shining on the court was Lily Idoux, whose positive attitude and supportive spirit lifted the entire team. Whether on the court or cheering from the sideline, Lily's leadership through positivity helped keep the team focused and motivated. Avery Mills made a big impact as well, leading the charge with consistent, confident serving that helped BMS take control early in the match. Her serves gave the team momentum and set the tone for a strong performance. The BMS 7A team continues to work hard and play hard, and their win against SC Lee is just one example of what they can accomplish when they play together. Go BMS! 7B: The 7B Tigers took the court against SC Lee and crushed their opponent after shaking off a rocky start. In the opening set, BMS struggled to find their rhythm, giving SC Lee just enough confidence to think they had a chance. But once the Tigers settled in, the game completely shifted, and SC Lee was left baffled. Their underhand serves couldn't stand up to the power and precision of BMS’s overhand serves, which came raining down with speed and accuracy that silenced the home crowd. Leading the charge was A’ri’anna Baker, who put on a serving clinic. She dominated from the line with 12 aces in a row, racking up 14 total for the night. On top of her blistering serves, she added 4 assists that set up her teammates for big points. Every time she stepped back to serve, the energy in the gym spiked, and SC Lee had no answers for her consistency and firepower. Right alongside her was Jah’mani Johnson, whose serve is nearly impossible to read. Whether she was going short, deep, or right down the middle, SC Lee never knew what was coming. Her unpredictability kept them on their heels, and she landed 8 successful serves that built momentum and helped BMS run away with the game.