September 18, 2025 – Roanoke, VA
The Pulaski County Lady Cougar volleyball teams hit the road Thursday night to face Patrick Henry High School in Roanoke. Both the JV and Varsity squads fought hard but came up short against the Patriots in competitive matchups.
The JV Lady Cougars pushed Patrick Henry to three sets, dropping the opener 17–25 before roaring back with a decisive 25–14 win. The deciding set was a nail-biter, but the Patriots edged out a 15–12 victory. The back-and-forth contest showcased the JV squad’s resilience and growth, even in defeat.
On the Varsity court, Pulaski County split the first two sets before Patrick Henry found its rhythm and pulled away late, taking the match 3–1 (20–25, 25–20, 7–25, 10–25).
Setter Lylah Minnick delivered a standout performance with a rare double-double — 17 assists, 15 digs, 3 kills, and 2 aces. Charizma Jones added 6 kills, 7 digs, 2 blocks, and 2 aces, while Haley Melton powered the front row with 7 kills and a block. Ellie MacDonald chipped in with 5 kills, 5 digs, and an ace, and Jagger Davis was steady on defense with 10 digs and 4 kills.
“Even though the final score didn’t go our way, our girls showed grit and determination,” said varsity head coach Madison Webb. “Lylah’s double-double is a testament to the hard work she puts in, and across the board we had players step up. We’ll learn from this and keep building as the season continues.”
The Lady Cougars will regroup and aim to bounce back in their upcoming matchups. Cougar Nation can be proud of the fight and determination both squads displayed on the road.
For the latest updates and the full season schedule, visit the Pulaski County High School Athletics page.