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Payson's historic season ends in volleyball semis

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Published November 11, 2026

Two-time defending state champion Chandler Valley Christian ended one of the best seasons in Payson volleyball history with a 25-19, 25-17, 25-11 win in the 3A state semifinals at Phoenix Mountain Pointe on Nov. 7.

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