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West Liberty-Salem Volleyball celebrates a point during a set against Versailles on Thursday, November 5. (WEST LIBERTY-SALEM SCHOOL DSICTRICT)

The West Liberty-Salem Tigers saw their historic postseason run come to a close Thursday night, falling to Versailles in straight sets in the Division V regional semifinals, 25-20, 25-22, 25-13.

Despite the loss, the Tigers have plenty to celebrate after putting together one of the most memorable seasons in program history.

West Liberty-Salem finished the year with a 20-6 overall record and captured the first district championship in the history of the girls volleyball program, marking a milestone achievement for the Tigers.

Reese Winters led the way offensively against Versailles, recording 15 kills while adding 14 digs and a block. Kiersten Stoll contributed 12 digs and three kills, while Sophia Landon paced the offense with 20 assists and added six digs.

Reagan Winters also finished with 12 digs, while Lilli Heminger added three kills and three blocks. Rylee Falloon recorded three kills, and Emma Liggett was perfect from the service line, going 8-for-8 while contributing two digs.

Kenna Wright added two digs and an assist, while Paysley Wesson chipped in with two digs.

Thursday night also marked the final game in a Tigers uniform for Reagan Winters, Kiersten Stoll, Lilli Heminger, Sophia Landon and Emma Liggett. Throughout their four years in the program, the five seniors helped pave the way for a new era of West Liberty-Salem volleyball, pushing the program to heights it had never reached before.

From building the foundation to making history with the program's first district championship, their impact extends far beyond the wins and losses.

They leave behind a legacy of dedication, leadership and perseverance that will be felt throughout the program for years to come.

Although the Tigers' season ended one step short of the regional finals, their accomplishments will leave a lasting mark on the program.

A 20-win campaign, a historic first district championship and a postseason run that brought the team to the regional semifinals give West Liberty-Salem plenty to build on heading into next season.

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