Visitors spike as Russellville hosts district volleyball tourney

RUSSELLVILLE, Mo. - Hosting the post-season tournament brought visitors to the school and a bit of an economic boost in Russellville.

On Monday and Tuesday, the Missouri State High School Activities Association's Class 2 volleyball tournament for District 7 was played on the newly-refinished court at Cole R-1 Schools.

Teams and visitors came from the other five competing schools - Tipton, Fatima, Eugene, California and Blair Oaks.

"We welcome the opportunity to host district play," said Heath Waters, athletic director and high school principal. "It's not only good for the kids to play on their own floor, we welcome others to our community."

Especially this year leading up to the town's 175th anniversary celebration, showcasing Russellville's attributes is good for the community, he said.