Carbon Dinos Boys Volleyball Wins Home Opener

The Dinos defeat the Dugway Mustangs in straight sets to start the season.

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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The Carbon High School boys' volleyball team opened their season with a home win over the Dugway Mustangs on Friday night. The Dinos won the match in straight sets, taking the first set 25-14, the second set 25-18, and the third set 25-22. Carbon was led by strong performances from Carter Warburton, Grant Sherman, Bryken Preston, Kyler Orth, and Dylan Black.

Why it matters

The Dinos are looking to build on last season's success, where they finished with a 15-12 record and made it to the state quarterfinals. This win over Dugway sets them up well to potentially finish near the top of the 3A South Region standings this year.

The details

Carbon came out strong in the first set, winning 25-14. Dugway put up more of a fight in the second set, but the Dinos still prevailed 25-18. The third set was a close battle, but Carbon ultimately closed out the match with a 25-22 win. Key contributors for the Dinos included Carter Warburton with 11 kills and 7 service aces, Grant Sherman with 12 assists and 5 kills, and Bryken Preston with 13 assists and 3 service aces.

  • The match took place on Friday, March 8, 2026.
  • Carbon's next match is scheduled for Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 6:30 PM against Salt Lake Academy.

The players

Carter Warburton

A key player for the Carbon Dinos, contributing 11 kills and 7 service aces in the win over Dugway.

Grant Sherman

Dished out 12 assists and added 5 kills for the Dinos in the season-opening victory.

Bryken Preston

Recorded 13 assists and 3 service aces for Carbon in the straight-set win.

Kyler Orth

Contributed 6 kills to the Dinos' offensive effort in the match.

Dylan Black

Served up 5 aces to help Carbon secure the win over Dugway.

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What they’re saying

“We were ready to get back on the court and start the season off right. The guys played with a lot of energy and focus tonight.”

— Head Coach (castlecountryradio.com)

What’s next

Carbon will look to continue their strong start when they host Salt Lake Academy on Tuesday, March 10th at 6:30 PM.

The takeaway

The Carbon Dinos boys' volleyball team is poised for another successful season after opening with a convincing straight-set victory over Dugway. With key contributors across the lineup, the Dinos appear ready to challenge for the top spot in the 3A South Region.