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Morgantown High volleyball team wins Region I tourney to qualify for states

MOUNDSVILLE — Morgantown High made a complete sweep through the Class AAA Region I tournament at John Marshall High School on Saturday to advance to next week’s state tournament.

The Mohigans defeated University High, 3-0, in the first round and then added a 3-0 sweep of Bridgeport in the regional finals to advance.

It’s the second consecutive year MHS has won the Region I tournament.

Grace Washburn led the way with 16 kills and 17 blocks, while teammate Issy Grushecky added 10 kills and nine blocks.

Paige Brock had 12 kills, 25 assists and nine 9 digs and Ella Voorhees added 25 digs. Hannah Marks recorded six service aces for the Mohigans.

The state tournament is held in Charleston.