The Lee Christian Falcons captured the NCISAA Mid-Carolina Conference volleyball championship with a four-set victory over Crossroads Christian, completing an undefeated run through conference play.
After falling short against Cape Fear Christian Academy last season, the Falcons finished 6-0 in conference play and claimed the championship with a 21-25, 25-23, 25-18, 27-25 victory over the Colts. Crossroads Christian took the opening set 25-21, but Lee Christian responded in a closely contested second set. The Falcons held off a late rally to win 25-23 and even the match at one set apiece.
Lee Christian carried that momentum into the third set, taking control and securing a 25-18 victory to move ahead 2-1.
The Colts battled to extend the match in the fourth set, pushing the Falcons beyond the regulation 25-point mark. Lee Christian prevailed 27-25 to secure the conference championship.
The Falcons also collected several individual honors.
Alayna Moore, Kennah Smith and Annika Harris earned all-conference recognition, while Kayce Deese received honorable mention.
Harris was named conference Player of the Year, and Lee Christian head coach Elissa Neal earned Coach of the Year honors.
Moore, Smith and Harris were selected to the all-tournament team, with Harris also earning tournament Most Valuable Player honors.
Lee Christian now turns its attention to the NCISAA state volleyball playoffs.
The Falcons earned the No. 3 overall seed and a double bye in the state tournament. They will play their first playoff match Oct. 24, with the opponent and game time to be determined.