Booneville tops rival Baldwyn in Prentiss Tournament
BOONEVILLE – The Baldwyn-Booneville rivalry now officially includes volleyball. Booneville beat Baldwyn 2-0 Saturday afternoon to claim the 2026 Prentiss County Tournament championship. “I’m figuring out this rivalry,” first-year Booneville coach Adam Mauney said. “All the girls know each other. They want to beat each other.” It took a few extra points. Booneville won the second set 29-27 when ...
In a thrilling Prentiss County Tournament match on Saturday, Booneville emerged victorious over their long-time rival Baldwyn, securing the 2026 championship title with a 2-0 win. First-year Booneville coach Adam Mauney expressed his admiration for the fierce rivalry, noting the players' competitive spirits. After a tight second set where Baldwyn's final rally was called out of bounds, Booneville claimed the edge with a 29-27 victory.
The Bearcats came tantalizingly close to forcing a third set, with a score of 27-26 in their favor when Olivia Tunstall's defensive tap sealed the deal. Tunstall, Davis Foster, and Lauren Tennison showcased their skills at the net, often clashing with Baldwyn players Keniah Burt and Caroline Craven. Craven's strong kill initiated the match with a 5-1 lead for Baldwyn in the second set.
Despite moments of intense back-and-forth action, Booneville's determination proved decisive, as they clinched the match with a final score of 25-23. Tennison contributed significantly with seven kills, while Lawless contributed 12 assists to Booneville's 12-4 season record.
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