Tri-Valley Sweeps New Hope-Solebury in PIAA Class 2A Volleyball Opener, Advances to Face Blue Ridge

Faith Melocheck Leads Bulldogs with 15 Kills, 14 Digs and Four Blocks in State Tournament Victory

The Tri-Valley girls volleyball team opened the PIAA Class 2A state tournament with an impressive performance, sweeping New Hope-Solebury in three sets, 25-12, 25-19 and 26-24, to advance to the next round of the state playoffs.

Led by Faith Melocheck’s outstanding all-around performance and strong contributions throughout the lineup, the Bulldogs used a balanced offensive attack, aggressive serving and solid defensive play to secure the victory.

Tri-Valley wasted little time establishing control of the match, dominating the opening set 25-12. The Bulldogs’ offensive attack and strong serving helped set the tone early, putting New Hope-Solebury under pressure.

Melocheck led the way for Tri-Valley, finishing with a team-high 15 kills, 14 digs, four blocks and one service ace. Her ability to contribute both offensively and defensively played a significant role in the Bulldogs’ success.

The Bulldogs carried that momentum into the second set, continuing to execute offensively behind setter Kenzie Tobin.

Tobin directed Tri-Valley’s attack with an impressive 32 assists while adding 14 digs and one service ace. Her playmaking helped keep the Bulldogs’ hitters involved throughout the contest.

Tri-Valley captured the second set 25-19, moving within one set of advancing in the state tournament.

However, New Hope-Solebury refused to go quietly.

Facing elimination, New Hope-Solebury delivered its strongest challenge of the match in the third set, pushing the Bulldogs into a tightly contested battle.

Tri-Valley remained composed in the closing moments, pulling out a hard-fought 26-24 victory to complete the three-set sweep.

Summer Cupsta provided a major spark from the service line, finishing with a team-high five aces while contributing two kills and three digs.

Liv Witmer added four kills, two blocks, one dig and one ace, giving the Bulldogs another presence at the net.

Lexi Lesher contributed seven kills and two digs, while Kinsleigh Kehler chipped in three kills to strengthen Tri-Valley’s offensive attack.

Defensively, Kirra Klinger played a key role in keeping the Bulldogs organized in the back row, recording a team-high 16 digs and two assists.

Tri-Valley’s balanced performance highlighted the team’s depth, with several players contributing in key areas.

Melocheck and Lesher combined for 22 kills, while Tobin’s 32 assists helped the Bulldogs maintain a consistent offensive rhythm.

The Bulldogs also received strong defensive contributions from Melocheck, Tobin and Klinger, who combined for 44 digs.

The victory allows Tri-Valley to continue its postseason journey after finishing as the Schuylkill League runner-up earlier this season.

The Bulldogs will now face District 2 representative Blue Ridge in the next round of the PIAA Class 2A tournament.

Blue Ridge advanced with a four-set victory over Canton Area, winning 20-25, 25-15, 25-22 and 25-23.

After dropping the opening set, Blue Ridge responded by winning three consecutive sets to secure its spot in the next round.

For Tri-Valley, the matchup presents another opportunity to continue its state tournament run as the Bulldogs look to build on their impressive opening-round performance.

With Melocheck leading the offensive attack, Tobin directing the offense and strong contributions throughout the lineup, Tri-Valley will look to carry its momentum into the next round against Blue Ridge.

PIAA Class 2A Girls Volleyball – First Round

Tri-Valley 3, New Hope-Solebury 0

Individual Player Statistics – Tri-Valley