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Centennial Today
By the People, for the People
Centennial Volleyball Leads Deep 5A Southern League
Playoff picture set to clear up this week as teams vie for state title
Apr. 19, 2026 at 3:06am
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The competitive landscape of the 5A Southern League volleyball race is captured in a cubist, geometric rendering.Centennial TodayCentennial High School's boys volleyball team currently sits atop the deep and competitive Class 5A Southern League, positioning them as a top contender for the state championship. However, several other teams in the league have also shown the potential to make a deep playoff run and challenge Centennial for the title.
Why it matters
The 5A Southern League is widely considered one of the toughest high school volleyball conferences in the state, with multiple teams capable of making a championship push. The outcome of this week's key matchups will go a long way in determining the playoff picture and which squads have the best chance of hoisting the state trophy.
The details
Centennial has been led by a balanced offensive attack and stifling defense, allowing them to build a slim lead in the league standings. But close on their heels are several other contenders, including Grandview, Eaglecrest, and Regis Jesuit, all of whom have shown the ability to compete with the Bulldogs. This week's slate of games will see many of these top teams face off, providing a clearer picture of which squad has the best shot at the title.
- The 5A Southern League regular season concludes this Friday, April 25th.
- The 5A state volleyball playoffs begin the following week on May 2nd.
The players
Centennial High School
A public high school located in Centennial, Colorado that fields a highly competitive boys volleyball team currently in first place in the 5A Southern League.
Grandview High School
A public high school located in Aurora, Colorado that has a strong boys volleyball program and is one of the top contenders in the 5A Southern League.
Eaglecrest High School
A public high school located in Centennial, Colorado that has emerged as a volleyball powerhouse in the 5A Southern League this season.
Regis Jesuit High School
A private Jesuit Catholic high school located in Aurora, Colorado that fields a talented boys volleyball team competing in the 5A Southern League.
What they’re saying
“This league is so deep and competitive, anyone can take it on a given night. We're just focused on playing our best volleyball and seeing where that takes us.”
— Matt Johnson, Head Coach, Centennial High School
What’s next
The 5A Southern League regular season concludes this Friday, April 25th, with several key matchups that will help determine playoff seeding. The 5A state volleyball playoffs then begin the following week on May 2nd.
The takeaway
The 5A Southern League is shaping up to be one of the most exciting and unpredictable high school volleyball conferences in Colorado this season, with multiple teams capable of making a championship run. The outcome of this week's games will provide crucial clarity on which squad has the best shot at hoisting the state title.
