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The third Kent State Columbiana County Volleyball Classic took place Aug. 24, when the Salem Quakers hosted the East Liverpool Potters for a full night of volleyball action and helping kick off the volleyball season in this area.

The night featured freshman, JV and varsity games between the cross-county rivals, In a hard-fought varsity match, East Liverpool High School defeated Salem High School for the second year in a row. 

It took four games, but the Potters won the varsity match-up 25-23, 18-25, 25-12, 25-21.

East Liverpool also won the freshman and JV contests. 

As hosts for the evening, Kent State Columbiana County provided t-shirts for the players and coaches and fed the teams following the games. Flash was on hand to cheer, as well.

The Kent State County Classic represents the strong foundation of learning in East Liverpool and Salem, as each community is home to one of the university’s two Columbiana County campuses. 

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Cutline A: The East Liverpool Potters won the 2021 Volleyball Classic.

Cutline B: Flash was there for both schools.

Cutline C: Salem High School players during pre-game warmups.