Bend Senior Lava Bears Boys Volleyball 1-3 North Medford

North Medford's balanced attack proved too much for Bend boys volleyball Saturday night, as the Black Tornado fell 3-1 in their home opener at the Bend High gymnasium. The visiting squad controlled most of the match, though Bend managed to claim one set in the four-set battle.

The loss drops Bend to 0-2 overall and 0-1 in conference play as they continue searching for their first win of the 2026 spring season. North Medford's experience showed throughout the match, particularly in the crucial late-set situations where the visitors pulled away.

Despite the setback, Bend showed glimpses of potential in front of their home crowd. The team's ability to take a set against a quality opponent like North Medford provides a foundation to build upon as league competition intensifies.

The Lava Bears will look to regroup quickly as they prepare for their next conference matchup. With the season still young, there's plenty of time for Bend to find their rhythm and compete for wins in what promises to be a competitive league race.