{
  "id": 14833598,
  "title": "Perfect Urchins win Class 2A championship",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/16/perfect-urchins-win-class-2a-championship",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-16T01:01:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/perfect-urchins-win-class-2a-010100679.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Clinton witnessed the MHSAA Class 2A state volleyball championship as East Union claimed an unblemished 38-0 season. The undefeated team dominated Enterprise-Clarke, winning all three sets without a single set loss throughout the entire competition. Coach Josh Blythe emphasized the importance of playing the next game and basked in the team's perfection after their victory. Junior Marley Clayton expressed gratitude for the unity and long-standing connection among the team members. The Urchins' success extended beyond volleyball, as they have claimed championships in girls basketball and softball since their early years. East Union's championship in volleyball is especially impressive, given the team's remarkable record. The team lost only three sets all season, despite facing tough competitors. Madi Robbins, Ann Fleming LeFlore, Lily Kate Johnson, and the rest of the team displayed unwavering dedication and spirit throughout the season. Johnson, in particular, was moved by the achievement, expressing her gratitude to everyone who contributed to the team's success. Coach LeFlore reflected on the team's hard work and gratitude for the opportunity given by God.",
  "summary": "CLINTON – This East Union team will forever remain perfect. East Union swept Enterprise-Clarke on Thursday to win the MHSAA Class 2A state volleyball championship and finish the season an unblemished 38-0. “They did a great job of just playing the next game. I’ve tried to preach that to them so many times,” East Union coach Josh Blythe said. “Finally you get to sit back and go, ‘They really ...",
  "key_points": [
    "East Union claimed perfect 38-0 volleyball season",
    "Team dominated Enterprise-Clarke, winning all sets",
    "Coach Josh Blythe emphasized team's perfection"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}