Christian Academy Eagles volleyball team opens season at 2-1

Lady Eagles prepare for stretch of September and October matchups

Members of the Carroll County Christian Academy’s Lady Eagles volleyball team, which currently has a 2-1 season record, are Kaylynn Philpott, front left,Malia Schaar, Jayden Kirkpatrick and Gabriella Kramer; Tenleigh Parker, middle; Jorrah Kirkpatrick, back left, Heavenly McFall, Jacquelyn Powell, Olivia Powell, Kenley Philpott, Katelyn Haas and Kaelynn McFall. Upcoming games are Sept. 29 against Hametown at home at 5 p.m.; Oct. 6 against Hartville at home at 5:30 p.m.; Oct. 7 at Tri-State at 5 p.m.; Oct. 9 against Belpre at home at 5 p.m.; and Oct. 16 at Hartville at 6 p.m. (junior high) and 7 p.m. (varsity).

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Published September 22, 2025 - 3:21 p.m.

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