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The Student News Site of Xavier College Preparatory

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The Student News Site of Xavier College Preparatory

XPress
The Student News Site of Xavier College Preparatory

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The Student News Site of Xavier College Preparatory

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Xavier volleyball back to back state champs!

Josie Zalle, Social Media editor • November 17, 2025
Junior Tessa Larkin ‘27 spikes the ball against opposing team Corona del Sol during the 2025 AIA Volleyball State Championship at the Arizona Veterans Memorial Coliseum. The Xavier Varsity Volleyball team won against Corona del Sol high school, winning their second state championship in a row.
(Josie Zalle)
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