Top-seeded Lafayette advanced to the Class 5 District 2 volleyball semifinals Wednesday, Oct. 21, sweeping eighth-seeded Parkway South 25–11, 25–8, 25–12 in Wildwood.
Lafayette never found its footing against a Parkway South squad that entered the district tournament as the No. 8 seed with a 20-7 regular season record, according to the Missouri State High School Activities Association (MSHSAA).
The loss extends one of the most lopsided series in area volleyball. Lafayette falls to 0-18 all-time against the Patriots with an 0-6 mark in postseason meetings, per MSHSAA records. The losing streak stands at 18 consecutive matches.
Lafayette entered the district tournament as the top seed after posting a 29-5 overall record. The Lancers had beaten Parkway West 3-1 in the district quarterfinals, according to the MSHSAA bracket.
The district final is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 27, at 5 p.m., with the winner advancing to sectionals. Lafayette next faces Kirkwood in the semifinal Saturday, Oct. 24, at 11 a.m.
