Hayesville Lady Yellow Jackets Dominate in Volleyball Showdown Against Hiawassee Dam

HAYESVILLE, N.C. — The Hayesville Lady Yellow Jackets showcased their volleyball prowess on Thursday, Aug. 21, 2025, hosting the Hiawassee Dam Lady Eagles in a thrilling tri-level matchup at Hayesville High School. While the middle school squad fell to the Lady Eagles, the junior varsity (JV) and varsity teams delivered commanding performances, securing decisive victories in their respective matches.

Middle School: Hiawassee Dam Prevails In the middle school match, the Hiawassee Dam Lady Eagles asserted their dominance early, cruising to a 25-4 victory in the first set. The second set saw a stronger effort from Hayesville, but Hiawassee Dam maintained control, winning 25-12 to claim the match 2-0. Despite the loss, the young Lady Yellow Jackets showed resilience and promise for future growth.

JV: Hayesville Shines The Hayesville JV team took the court with confidence and never looked back. They overwhelmed Hiawassee Dam in the first set, 25-15, before delivering an even more decisive 25-9 win in the second set.

The 2-0 match victory highlighted the depth and talent of Hayesville’s JV squad, setting a strong tone for the varsity matchup to follow.

Varsity: Lady Yellow Jackets Sweep The varsity Lady Yellow Jackets left no doubt about their superiority, sweeping Hiawassee Dam in three sets. Hayesville opened with a commanding 25-11 win in the first set, followed by a competitive 25-20 victory in the second. The third set saw the Lady Yellow Jackets at their best, dismantling the Lady Eagles 25-5 to secure a 3-0 match win. The performance underscored Hayesville’s strength and cohesion as they continue to build momentum this season.

Community Support and Looking Ahead The enthusiastic home crowd in Hayesville fueled the Lady Yellow Jackets’ energy, with fans cheering loudly for each point. The victories by the JV and varsity teams further solidified Hayesville’s reputation as a volleyball powerhouse in the region. As the season progresses, the Lady Yellow Jackets aim to carry this momentum into upcoming matches, while the middle school team looks to build on their experience against a tough opponent.

Hayesville’s next match is yet to be announced, but the team’s performance against Hiawassee Dam has set a high standard for the rest of the season.