Champions Crowned in Wyoming High School Volleyball State Finals

The Wyoming State Volleyball Championships concluded with thrilling title matches across four divisions, with each champion delivering a memorable performance for fans.

Here’s a summary of each championship outcome:

1A: Little Snake River vs. Cokeville

In the 1A division, Little Snake River and Cokeville clashed in a dramatic five-set match that saw several lead changes. Little Snake River initially surged ahead, starting with an 8-0 lead in the first set, which they won 25-21. Cokeville rallied in the second set, narrowly winning 30-28, and the two teams continued to alternate set victories, with Little Snake River taking the third 25-19, and Cokeville answering in the fourth, 25-21. In the decisive fifth set, Little Snake River sealed their victory with a 15-9 win, claiming their first state title since 2016.

• Champions: Little Snake River
• Runner-Up: Cokeville

2A: Tongue River vs. Big Horn

The 2A title match saw Tongue River competing against defending champions Big Horn, who were seeking their third title in four years. The match began evenly, with Tongue River taking the first set 25-23, but Big Horn responded with a 25-18 win in the second set and went on to secure the third set 25-21. Big Horn clinched the title with a 25-19 fourth set, maintaining their dominance in the 2A division with another state championship.

• Champions: Big Horn
• Runner-Up: Tongue River

3A: Cody vs. Douglas

In 3A, Cody and Douglas faced off in a match that echoed their recent football rivalry, drawing large support from fans. Cody won the first set 25-18, but Douglas quickly equalized with a 25-14 second set. The teams continued to trade sets, with Cody taking the third 25-17 and Douglas winning a thrilling fourth set 26-24. The match culminated in a hard-fought fifth set, where Douglas ultimately triumphed 15-12, capturing their first volleyball state title since 2016.

• Champions: Douglas
• Runner-Up: Cody

4A: Kelly Walsh vs. Laramie

The 4A championship featured powerhouse teams Kelly Walsh and Laramie, who have dominated the division in recent years. Laramie took the first set 25-21, but Kelly Walsh responded with a close 25-22 win in the second set. In a tightly contested third set, Kelly Walsh pulled ahead 25-23, and they clinched the title by rallying from a deficit in the fourth set to win 25-23. Kelly Walsh’s senior players, including Jordan Kroeger, played key roles in their victory, giving the Trojans their fifth title in seven years and second in the past three.

• Champions: Kelly Walsh
• Runner-Up: Laramie

With input from Wyoming News Now and Wyopreps.com.