Freshman volleyball wins tournament at Creston

CRESTON — The Red Oak 9th grade volleyball team won the team title at the Creston Tournament Saturday.

Red Oak defeated Clarinda in the championship match, 2-1. They lost the first game 21-19, but won games two and three 21-9 and 15-1.

The Tigers reached that point by ending pool play with a 2-0-1 record. Their tie was against Clarinda, while both of the Tiger's wins were against Creston and Nodaway Valley.

Grace Blomstedt had 22 kills, four blocks (two solo) and 22 digs in the tournament, leading Red Oak. Kate Walker had nine kills and 11 digs to contribute to Red Oak's tournament effort.

Madison Gilbert and Nikki Graber each had six kills for the Tigers. The freshman team will be back in action Tuesday as they face Harlan at home.