Behind a strong offensive attack, Free State High’s volleyball team won the Emporia tournament on Saturday, only dropping two sets in six victories.

It was the second time this season that the Firebirds (30-6, ranked No. 4 in Class 6A) have won a tournament.

In pool play, the Firebirds beat Olathe Metro Academy (25-18, 25-12), Louisburg (25-22, 25-15), Washburn Rural (19-25, 25-17, 25-23) and Bonner Springs (25-12, 25-12). Then in bracket play, they defeated Lawrence High in the semifinals (25-22, 25-19) and Washburn Rural in the championship (25-16, 23-25, 28-26).

With strong passing from setters Mya Gleason (72 assists) and Jenalee Dickson (67 assists), the Firebirds rolled on offense. Naomi Hickman led with 45 kills, 21 blocks and 15 digs. Rachel Hickman had 44 kills and 14 blocks, Cameryn Thomas recorded 32 kills and 45 digs, Payton Gannaway added 28 kills and 20 assists, and Kaitlyn Hamilton had 23 kills.

Defensively, Erin Cushing had 67 digs, Murphy O’Malley had 28 digs and Natalie Clarke recorded seven blocks.