MORROW, Ohio — On Saturday afternoon, Coach Boulton and the Little Miami Lady Panthers varsity volleyball team welcomed nonconference opponent and former FAVC rival Goshen (21-0) to the Panther Athletic Center for a highly anticipated weekend matchup.

In a packed gym, the longtime rivals battled through five hard-fought sets, trading momentum throughout the afternoon. With Goshen's undefeated season on the line, the host Lady Panthers rose to the occasion, securing a thrilling 15-10 victory in the decisive fifth set. Little Miami claimed the match by scores of 25-13, 20-25, 14-25, 25-23 and 15-10.

The win improves Little Miami's overall record to 11-10 and provides a valuable boost of confidence as the Lady Panthers prepare for the OHSAA postseason.

Little Miami hosts Milford this afternoon in its final Eastern Cincinnati Conference (ECC) and regular-season contest. Tomorrow, the Lady Panthers travel to Butler High School in Vandalia for a 7:45 p.m. matchup against Hamilton in the first round of the OHSAA tournament.