After back-to-back 28-win seasons and six state tournament appearances in the past eight years, Claremore volleyball has cemented itself as a perennial powerhouse.
This fall, however, the Lady Zebras have their sights set on more than just making it to the big stage. They are focused on experiencing breakthrough success.
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