State champion boys volleyball team retains players, finds newcomers

Rishit Sohaney and Theo Koury

March 27, 2025

Seniors middle blocker Alex Griffon and outside hitter Mason Brown attempt a block in a game against Francis Howell Central, April 10, 2024. Brown and Griffon will be key players this season, according to head coach Ralph Whitney.

Sport: Boys volleyball

Head Coach: Ralph Whitney

Last Season Success: Lafayette’s last season was very successful. They won the Class 1 MSHSAA State tournament and finished with a 30-2 record.

What are some expectations going into the season?

“My expectation for this season is to have a competitive team. Hoping for the players to challenge and push each other to get better every time we step on the court,” Whitney said.

Challenges for the Season: “You never know what can happen during the season, so you always need to be prepared to shift as things arise,” Whitney said.

Players to Watch for: Whitney said to watch out for some key players, including senior outside hitter Mason Brown, senior setter Ethan Tran, senior middle blocker Collin Willis, and more.

New Faces: Whitney hopes that many newcomers will help contribute to the team’s success. One freshman that Whitney will have a big impact is outside hitter Patrick Riordan.

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