Volleyball

Dixon d. Ottawa 25-16, 23-25, 25-13: Leah Carlson (14 assists) had 13 kills, Morgan Hargrave added nine and Izzy Queckboerner had nine more in the regional semifinal win. Presley Lappin added 16 assists and Yui Santos had 14 digs.

Dixon coach Bunyan Cocar said his senior-led team bounced back after too many mistakes in the middle set.

“I was just glad that they responded well and the pressure of being the higher seed didn’t get to them,” he said.

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Dixon’s Solis Thompson hits the ball by Ottawa's Belle Markey Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025, during their Class 3A regional semifinal match at Rochelle High School. (Mark Busch)

Fulton d. River Ridge 25-19, 25-10: The Steamers opened the postseason with a win

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