By Andrew Cato, ShowMe Times Sports

The DMS seventh and eighth grade volleyball teams are both off to great starts.

The seventh grade squad competed in the Poplar Bluff Classic on Saturday, March 12. They faced stiff competition from Bloomfield, Poplar Bluff, and Advance. The Lady 'Cats beat Advance in two sets in the championship game to bring home the first place trophy!

The eighth grade squad saw their first action of the season Monday (March 15) night against Bloomfield at home, and were able to defeat the Wildcats in two sets (25-2, 25-13). Courtney Potts was the top scorer in both sets, scoring 20 and six points, respectively.

The seventh grade squad was also able to win in two sets against Bloomfield (25-9, 25-12). Lauren Thrower scored 10 for the Lady 'Cats in the first set, and teammate Julia Hahn put up seven in the second.



Make sure to check back with the ShowMe Times for updates as the season progresses!







Photos above Top Photo: DMS' seventh grade volleyball team consists of (front row, from left): Madison Bishop, Lauren Thrower, Julia Hahn, Mary Kate Miller, and Paige Chasteen - (back row, from left): Kaylee Howard, Ashlyn Werneck, Kendell Adams, Delaney Pullam, Alyssa Pixley, Matney Davis, and Amber Spence.
Bottom photo: The eighth grade team consists of (front row, from left): Miranda Rogers, Mackinlee Rogers, Shyann Jines, Courtney Potts, and Jessie Gott - (back row, from left): Manager Carley Jameson, Kelci Wood, Alexis Smith, Jessica Lindsey, Breanna Bowers, Madison Christian, and Afton Harris (not pictured: Breanna Walker.)