Loogootee Jr-Sr High School

The Loogootee Lady Lions made Senior Night a memorable one, picking up a hard-fought four-set victory over the Bedford North Lawrence Lady Stars while honoring three seniors who have made their mark on the program. Alaina Diamond, Jocelynn Sims and Aubrey Gilbert were recognized as the Lady Lions earned a 25-23, 22-25, 25-23, 25-18 victory, improving their season record to 19-9. The opening set provided an early indication of just how competitive the night would be. Loogootee battled its way to a narrow 25-23 victory, taking an early advantage in the match. Bedford North Lawrence responded in the second set, turning the tables on the Lady Lions with a 25-22 win to even the match at one set apiece. With the match tied, the third set proved to be another tight battle, but Loogootee came out on top 25-23, putting the Lady Lions one set away from a Senior Night victory. Loogootee then delivered its most convincing set of the evening, closing out the match with a 25-18 fourth-set win. Senior Alaina Diamond led the Lady Lions offensively, putting together an impressive performance with a team-high 17 kills, while also making her presence felt at the net with seven assisted blocks and two solo blocks. Junior Savannah Green added six kills, while sophomore Karmen Wilson contributed five. Wilson also finished with three assisted blocks and one solo block, while sophomore Lydia Hawkins added three assisted blocks. The Lady Lions received another balanced performance from their setters. Hawkins led Loogootee with 19 assists, while senior Aubrey Gilbert added 15. Gilbert also made an impact from the service line, recording a team-high 12 service points and three aces. Green followed with 10 service points and a team-high four aces, while senior Jocelynn Sims and freshman Fara Fisher each contributed nine service points. Defensively, Sims turned in another strong performance in the back row, leading Loogootee with 21 digs. Hawkins added nine digs, while junior Lauren Nolan finished with six. The Lady Lions' strong play at the net, highlighted by Diamond's nine total blocks, complemented the defensive effort throughout the four-set match. The victory provided a fitting celebration for Loogootee's three seniors. Diamond, Sims and Gilbert have each played important roles in the Lady Lion program, contributing through their leadership and performances on the court. On a night dedicated to recognizing their contributions, all three played key roles in helping Loogootee earn its 19th victory of the season. JV Lady Lions Complete Senior Night Sweep The JV Lady Lions also contributed to the successful evening, defeating Bedford North Lawrence in straight sets, 26-24, 25-18. The opening set was a close battle that required extra points, but Loogootee secured the 26-24 win before creating more separation in the second set to finish the sweep. Freshman Kensleigh Carrico led the JV squad with an impressive all-around performance, finishing with 10 service points, two aces, seven kills, seven assists and six digs. Addison Moore added six service points and two aces, while contributing five kills and five assists. Abbi Rollins also finished with five kills, giving the Lady Lions three players with at least five kills. Sophomore libero Haylo Harmon tied Carrico for the team lead with six digs, while Fara Fisher added five assists to help direct the offense. With the JV squad winning in two sets and varsity taking its match in four, Loogootee completed a successful Senior Night against Bedford North Lawrence, sending Diamond, Sims and Gilbert off with a victory in front of the home crowd.