Fresh off a Region 4 championship run, the Olive-Harvey Panthers are packing their bags for Park Hills, Missouri and Mineral Area College with one goal in mind: keep the momentum rolling and earn a shot at nationals. The Midwest B District Tournament kicks off Saturday, and the Panthers know the road ahead won’t be easy—but they’ve thrived on challenges all season.

The Journey So Far

Olive-Harvey enters the tournament at 17-15 overall, boasting a perfect 6-0 conference record and an unblemished 7-0 home mark. This team has battled through ups and downs, finding its rhythm late in the season and proving it can win when it matters most. Neutral-site matches have been a mixed bag (5-8), but the Panthers are determined to flip that script in Mineral Area.

First Test: Saturday Night Spotlight

The Panthers will take the court in Game 4 at 5 p.m. Saturday, facing the winner of Iowa Western vs. Southwestern Illinois. It’s a matchup that promises intensity—both potential opponents bring size and experience—but Olive-Harvey counters with speed, grit, and a relentless defensive core.

Players to Watch

• Ameria Lenoard has been the offensive anchor, hammering down 287 kills with a sharp .326 hitting percentage. When the Panthers need a point, she delivers.
• Rayon Thigpen adds balance at the net with 202 kills and a team-best .360 efficiency, making Olive-Harvey dangerous from multiple angles.
• Kamiya Butler and Tamar Callender orchestrate the attack with a combined 671 assists, while Butler also leads the team in service aces (48).
• On defense, Zoe Richards and Butler have been digging machines, combining for 760 digs to keep rallies alive.

Host Mineral Area College will livestream the action this weekend.