Fayette County faced Starr’s Mill for the area championship for the second year in a row on Thursday and for the second straight year, Starr’s Mill emerged victorious.

The Lady Tigers lost to the Lady Panthers in three straight matches; 25-11, 25-11, 25-14. Starr’s Mill led the entire way in the first two matches and trailed 2-1 in the third match before retaking the lead. The Lady Panthers dominated with good play at the service line and excellent passing. Their size up front also stopped a number of Fayette volleys and added some points for Starr’s Mill.

Fayette County will take on the area 1-AAAAA champion at 10 a.m. at Milton High School next Saturday. Starr’s Mill will take on the area 1-AAAAA runner-up at Northview High School at 10 a.m.

The final four will take place at Marietta High School on Thursday, Nov. 3 at 7 p.m. State championship games will take place at The Westminster School on Saturday, Nov. 5 at 7 p.m.

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