Prep volleyball: T-Birds finding positives amidst winless start to season
Sep. 17—BOX SCORE At Tumwater HS EAGLES 3, THUNDERBIRDS 0 Graham-K.25 25 25 — 3 Tumwater 14 21 20 — 0 TUMWATER — Not all schedules are created equal. Thus not all records in September can be viewed in the same scope. Exhibit A: The Tumwater High School volleyball team. When their non-league slate was unveiled and four Class 4A programs were on the docket, plus a consistent deep state ...
The Tumwater High School volleyball team, the Thunderbirds, have started their 2026 season with a challenging non-league schedule, facing strong opponents in Class 4A, 1A, and 3A. Their opening game against the Graham-Kapowsin Eagles ended in a 0-3 loss, marking the team's first loss of the season. Head coach Kennedy Croft aimed for a tough schedule, but the team's performance, especially in serve receive, has been inconsistent.
The Thunderbirds struggled in the third set, allowing G-K to secure a 25-14, 25-21, 25-20 victory. Despite the loss, Croft remains optimistic, noting moments of greatness and flashes of talent within the team. Freshman Audrey Overbay has stepped into a leadership role as the new setter, and senior Sydney Wilson has been a bright spot with her kills and tipped blocks.
The team hopes to improve their consistency and focus on playing high-level volleyball as they prepare for league play against W.F. West.
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