Quincy High School

The Quincy volleyball team captured the MHSAA District 81 Championship Friday night with a three-set victory over Homer, winning by scores of 25-21, 25-19 and 25-20. The championship marks Quincy's first district title since 1977, when the Orioles went on to capture a regional championship and make an appearance in the MHSAA Final Four. The Orioles recorded 44 kills in the match, leading an offensive effort that helped secure the sweep against Homer. Quincy also received contributions from its defense and bench throughout the match in front of a big Quincy crowd. Ashlyn Fickle led the Orioles with 20 kills and 16 digs, while Laura Bostic added 16 kills. Kora Timmons recorded 13 digs and two blocks, and JC Quimby finished with nine digs. Fickle also led the team with three service aces. Alexis Reif recorded 20 assists, while Fickle added 17. With the victory, Quincy improves to 31-9-1 and advances to the MHSAA Regional Tournament. The Orioles will face Clinton at Whiteford High School in the regional semifinals on Tuesday at 6:30pm.