Volleyball: Forney Lady Jackrabbits heading to playoffs with win over Poteet, 3-1

Volleyball: Forney Lady Jackrabbits heading to playoffs with win over Poteet, 3-1

The Forney High School Lady Jackrabbits are on their way to the playoffs after their win over Mesquite Poteet, 3-1. The win also placed the Jackrabbits in 3rd place in District 10-4A standings.

The Forney High School Lady Jackrabbits are on their way to the playoffs after their win over Mesquite Poteet, 3-1. The win also placed the Jackrabbits in 3rd place in District 10-4A standings.

The Jackrabbits looked poised to sweep the Poteet Pirates in 3 games on Tuesday night, October 29, 2013, after winning their first two games with big margins. Game 1 was won 25-14 and game 2 was won 25-16.

The Pirates fought back in game 3 with a narrow margin win, 25-23. The Lady Jackrabbits then sealed the deal in game 4, winning 25-17.

The Lady Jackrabbits (10-4) are now scheduled for their first playoff game on Monday, November 4, 2013, at Naaman Forest High School at 7:00 p.m. where they will face District 9-4A opponent Frisco High School(12-2).

Player highlights include Jordan Yates with 14 kills, 11 digs, and 1 ace. Mckenzie Black with 16 digs, 2 kills, and 1 ace. Lexie Lane with 13 kills and 3 blocks. Jessica Tennis with 12 digs, 5 kills, and 2 aces.