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Photo Story: La Salle Varsity Boys Volleyball Dominates Barlow in 3-0 Victory

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Lukas Rust, Staff Reporter
May 6, 2026

  • The La Salle varsity boys volleyball team is currently ranked No. 9 out of all 6A and 5A schools, with an overall record of nine wins and four losses.

    Lukas Rust

  • The La Salle varsity boys volleyball team is currently ranked No. 9 out of all 6A and 5A schools, with an overall record of nine wins and four losses.

    Lukas Rust

  • The La Salle varsity boys volleyball team is currently ranked No. 9 out of all 6A and 5A schools, with an overall record of nine wins and four losses.

    Lukas Rust

  • The La Salle varsity boys volleyball team is currently ranked No. 9 out of all 6A and 5A schools, with an overall record of nine wins and four losses.

    Lukas Rust

  • The La Salle varsity boys volleyball team is currently ranked No. 9 out of all 6A and 5A schools, with an overall record of nine wins and four losses.

    Lukas Rust

  • The La Salle varsity boys volleyball team is currently ranked No. 9 out of all 6A and 5A schools, with an overall record of nine wins and four losses.

    Lukas Rust

  • The La Salle varsity boys volleyball team is currently ranked No. 9 out of all 6A and 5A schools, with an overall record of nine wins and four losses.

    Lukas Rust

  • The La Salle varsity boys volleyball team is currently ranked No. 9 out of all 6A and 5A schools, with an overall record of nine wins and four losses.

    Lukas Rust

  • The La Salle varsity boys volleyball team is currently ranked No. 9 out of all 6A and 5A schools, with an overall record of nine wins and four losses.

    Lukas Rust

  • The La Salle varsity boys volleyball team is currently ranked No. 9 out of all 6A and 5A schools, with an overall record of nine wins and four losses.

    Lukas Rust

  • The La Salle varsity boys volleyball team is currently ranked No. 9 out of all 6A and 5A schools, with an overall record of nine wins and four losses.

    Lukas Rust

  • The La Salle varsity boys volleyball team is currently ranked No. 9 out of all 6A and 5A schools, with an overall record of nine wins and four losses.

    Lukas Rust

  • The La Salle varsity boys volleyball team is currently ranked No. 9 out of all 6A and 5A schools, with an overall record of nine wins and four losses.

    Lukas Rust

  • The La Salle varsity boys volleyball team is currently ranked No. 9 out of all 6A and 5A schools, with an overall record of nine wins and four losses.

    Lukas Rust
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The La Salle varsity boys volleyball team won 3-0 in their home game against Sam Barlow High School on Thursday, April 30. 

With this win, the Falcons extended their win streak to five games as they advance to a total of nine wins this season. Now, the team is looking forward to their next game at home against Central Catholic High School on Thursday, May 7, at 6:30 p.m.

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About the Contributor
Lukas Rust
Lukas Rust, Staff Reporter
Sophomore Lukas Rust was the only student from his Alder Creek Middle School class to attend La Salle.  Occasionally on Thursday nights, he volunteers at Portland Night Strike to help serve food for those experiencing homelessness.  Running and nature are big parts of his life, and he enjoys going on hikes — especially in the Columbia River Gorge — and running on local trails.  He loves reading because it gives him a new perspective that allows him to think about new ideas or different questions. He likes to walk and take care of his dogs, Finn and Lena.  His favorite class is math because the problems are challenging for him and force him to struggle and persevere to learn effectively.  He has traveled to much of Europe and is interested in learning and experiencing different cultures and foods. He hopes to someday go to Uganda and experience new perspectives and unique foods.