Guilford holds off Hononegah in NIC-10 boys volleyball showdown

Guilford takes down Hononegah in a key conference matchup.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 4:55am

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A fragmented, geometric painting depicting a boys volleyball game, with overlapping planes of bright colors representing the competing teams.The intense rivalry between Guilford and Hononegah volleyball teams is captured in a dynamic, cubist-inspired illustration.Rockford Today

In a battle between the top two boys volleyball teams in the NIC-10 conference, Guilford defeated Hononegah in a three-set match. Hononegah took the first set 25-21, but Guilford rallied to win the next two sets 25-19 and 25-15 to claim the overall victory.

Why it matters

This matchup between the top two teams in the conference could have major implications for the NIC-10 title race. Guilford's win keeps them undefeated in conference play and establishes them as the team to beat, while Hononegah's first conference loss puts them a game behind.

The details

Guilford's victory over Hononegah improves their overall record to 12-1 and 6-0 in NIC-10 play. Hononegah, meanwhile, falls to 9-4 overall and 7-1 in the conference. The two teams are scheduled to have a rematch at Hononegah on May 19.

  • The match took place on Thursday, April 17, 2026.
  • Guilford and Hononegah are scheduled to have a rematch on May 19, 2026.

The players

Guilford

A high school boys volleyball team competing in the NIC-10 conference.

Hononegah

A high school boys volleyball team competing in the NIC-10 conference.

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What’s next

The rematch between Guilford and Hononegah on May 19 will be a crucial game in determining the NIC-10 conference champion.

The takeaway

This victory solidifies Guilford's position as the team to beat in the NIC-10 boys volleyball conference, while Hononegah's first conference loss keeps them a game behind in the standings. The rematch between these two powerhouses on May 19 will be a must-watch event.