Jesuit Volleyball Completed Comeback Win Over Westview
The Crusaders rallied from a two-set deficit at Westview High to take sole possession of first place.
Updated on Sept. 25, 2026 in Volleyball
Jesuit High School moved into the top spot of the Metro League standings after overcoming a slow start to defeat Westview in a five-set volleyball match. The Crusaders secured the victory by sweeping the final three sets after dropping the first two.
Why it matters
The result creates a clear hierarchy in the competitive Metro League as Jesuit remains the only undefeated team in conference play. With league standings now shifted, the match highlights the ongoing battle for the top seed as the season progresses.
Jesuit improved their league record to 4-0 against Westview's 3-1 standing. While Jesuit holds a 10-1 overall record, Westview remains competitive with an overall mark of 12-3.
The players
Jesuit High School
The Portland-area high school athletic program that currently holds the lead in the Metro League.
Westview High School
The high school institution that hosted the match and currently holds a 3-1 league record.
The details
Playing at Westview High School, Jesuit faced an early challenge as the home team claimed the first set 30-28 and the second 27-25. The momentum shifted in the third set, which Jesuit took 25-21, followed by a 25-17 fourth set and a 15-12 finish in the deciding fifth set. This win places Jesuit at the top of the league, while Westview looks to recover their standing in upcoming matchups.
Timeline
September 24, 2026: Jesuit defeated Westview in a five-set match at Westview High School.
Beyond the Bridges
This win repeats the historical pattern of the Metro League volleyball championship sequence where early-season head-to-head matches define the path to the postseason. The victory places Jesuit in a position to dictate the league's competitive trajectory for the rest of the year.
Fans and students tracking the Metro League race should note that Jesuit is now the team to catch in the standings. Future schedule updates and venue locations for upcoming league contests can be monitored via the school athletic departments.
The takeaway
Jesuit has established itself as the frontrunner in the Metro League after a resilient comeback performance against Westview. Supporters should watch the upcoming league schedule to see if the Crusaders can maintain their unblemished 4-0 conference record.
Further reading
Keep up with local prep sports coverage on the Volleyball page.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Forest Grove News-Times.
