Ironwood Wins Lancer Volleyball Invitational

Salpointe Catholic takes second place at annual high school tournament

Apr. 12, 2026 at 12:29pm

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The Ironwood High School volleyball team won the Salpointe Lancer Volleyball Invitational, defeating Salpointe Catholic in the championship match. Rincon/University took third place in the tournament, which featured several top high school teams from the Tucson, Arizona area.

Why it matters

The Salpointe Lancer Volleyball Invitational is a prestigious annual event that showcases some of the best high school volleyball talent in the region. Winning this tournament is a significant accomplishment for the Ironwood program and demonstrates their strength heading into the state playoffs.

The details

In the championship match, Ironwood defeated Salpointe Catholic in three sets, winning 24-26, 25-16, 15-11. Rincon/University took third place after defeating Agua Fria in the third-place match. Throughout the two-day tournament, Ironwood, Salpointe, and Rincon/University all had strong showings, with each team recording multiple pool play and bracket play victories.

  • The tournament took place on April 10-11, 2026.
  • Ironwood defeated Salpointe Catholic in the championship match on April 11, 2026.

The players

Ironwood High School

A public high school located in the Tucson, Arizona area that won the Salpointe Lancer Volleyball Invitational.

Salpointe Catholic High School

A private Catholic high school in Tucson, Arizona that finished as the runner-up in the Salpointe Lancer Volleyball Invitational.

Rincon/University High School

A public high school in Tucson, Arizona that took third place in the Salpointe Lancer Volleyball Invitational.

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What they’re saying

“Winning this tournament is a huge accomplishment for our program. The girls played with a lot of heart and determination throughout the weekend.”

— Ironwood Head Coach

What’s next

The Ironwood, Salpointe, and Rincon/University volleyball teams will now shift their focus to the state playoffs, where they will look to build on their strong performances at the Salpointe Lancer Volleyball Invitational.

The takeaway

The Salpointe Lancer Volleyball Invitational showcased the depth and talent of high school volleyball programs in the Tucson area, with Ironwood emerging victorious and Salpointe and Rincon/University also demonstrating their competitive abilities.