JAMESTOWN - Great teams find a way. No. 2 Jamestown demonstrated that in the West Region Tournament semifinals. Trailing 2-0, and coming off a heartbreaking loss in set two, the Blue Jays rallied for a five-set victory over No. 3 Legacy on Nov. 13 at JHS Jerry Meyer Arena. The thrilling win clinches a state tournament berth and a spot in the championship against rival and 12-time defending champion Century.

It was an amazing finish to what was an instant classic between two talented teams. Legacy looked strong in the opening set, pulling out a 25-20 win. It appeared Jamestown was going to even things at a set apiece. The 'Jays led 23-19 in set two, but Legacy would battle back. And it would take several points beyond the 25 mark before the Sabers would prevail, 33-31.

However, Jamestown didn't buckle and came out strong in set three to get the 25-15 win. Set four featured the teams trading points before Jamestown would go up 24-20. Legacy would draw close, but the Blue Jays would hang on to force a fifth set. The best play of the night came in the race to 15. Jamestown would lead 7-6. Then extend it to two points and eventually 14-11. Legacy would overcome three match points to even the set at 14-14. The Sabers would earn a pair of match point themselves. However, the host gained the next point to draw even. Eventually senior Lucy Falk would serve back-to-back aces to secure the victory. She would finish with a match-high 33 kills to go along with 22 digs, four aces and 2.5 blocks. Hannah Attleson was busy running down balls to set and finished with 45. Claire Marker had 16 kills. Adisyn Yunck would also have 22 digs. Legacy also featured some big-time performers. Brooklyn Pudwill and Finley Fettig both at 20 kills. Marlee Falcon added 14 and Gracie Watson netted 11. Zoe Flemmer finished with 33 assists. Gracie Watson added 21 digs and Sammy Watson and 20.

Jamestown improved to 26-7 overall. It has played for the tournament title the last two times the event has been on its home floor. The last coming in 2019 against Century. Legacy dropped to 24-9 and will face Mandan in a state qualifier.