Reported by Brylee Huff and Gabrielle Nugeness | August 31, 2025
It was a busy and exciting week for the London High School Red Raiders, as teams across the board hit the courts, fields, and fairways to continue their fall seasons. From dominant football performances to hard-fought volleyball victories, Raider athletes showed resilience, teamwork, and plenty of Raider pride.
Volleyball Stands Tall
The Red Raiders’ volleyball program had a full slate of action, and each level made its mark.
The Freshmen Girls Volleyball squad set the tone on Monday, August 25, with a thrilling 2–1 victory over Circleville on their home court. The JV team kept the momentum going, winning both of their sets to sweep the Tigers. In varsity play, however, the Raiders fell short, dropping the match 1–3 despite a strong fight in the opening set.
Two nights later, the freshmen took the road to Madison Plains and played a competitive contest, ultimately coming up short. The quick turnaround didn’t seem to faze them, though, as all three Raider squads came out strong on Thursday against Shawnee. The Freshmen, JV, and Varsity teams convincingly swept their opponents, sending the Raider crowd home happy with three straight victories.
The week concluded with a Saturday road trip for the Varsity Volleyball team, who suffered a tough defeat at Logan Elm. Despite the loss, the Raiders’ volleyball program is optimistic about proving they’ll be a force in the Central Buckeye Conference this fall.
Soccer Sees Mixed Results
On the pitch, the Raiders experienced both challenges and highlights.
The Varsity Girls Soccer team traveled to Urbana on August 25, battling hard but ultimately falling to the Hillclimbers. The Varsity Boys Soccer team also came up short that night, dropping a 1–4 decision to Urbana. Freshman striker Chase Daugherty provided the lone spark for London with a goal in the second half.
Later in the week, the JV Boys Soccer team gave Raider fans something to cheer about, defeating Miami Trace 2–0 at home on Wednesday. Freshman Drew Lemons netted one of the goals, while a teammate added the second, showcasing the team’s young talent. On Saturday, the Varsity Girls faced Buckeye Valley and fought hard despite a short-handed roster. Though the result didn’t go their way, the effort and determination earned praise from coaches and teammates alike.
Golf Swings Back Strong
The boys’ golf teams had a tough start to the week against Jonathan Alder, with both JV and Varsity squads falling in their home match. However, the Varsity Raiders bounced back on Thursday in a big way, defeating Bellefontaine by ten strokes, 172–182. Senior standout Jacob Porter led the charge, earning medalist honors with an impressive round of 39.
Tennis Battles on the Road
The Varsity Girls Tennis team made the trip to Canal Winchester on Wednesday evening. Despite strong individual efforts across the lineup, the Raiders came up short. The team remains focused on growth and improvement as the season continues.
The big news for our Varsity Girls Tennis team this week comes on Tuesday, 9/2, as they host a ribbon-cutting ceremony for their brand-new tennis courts!
Red Raider Football - Friday Night Lights Bring Fireworks
The highlight of the week came on the gridiron, where the Varsity Football team delivered a statement win in front of a packed house at Bowlus Field. The Raiders rolled to a 53–14 victory over Chillicothe on Friday night, showcasing a high-powered offense and stingy defense that had fans on their feet from start to finish. With the win, the Red Raiders Varsity Football improved to 2-0 on the season as they look to defend their conference title.
Not to be outdone, the JV Football team carried that energy into Saturday’s road matchup, handling business with a 38–14 win over the Cavaliers. With both squads firing on all cylinders, Raider football has Raider Nation buzzing.
Looking Ahead
From the gym to the field to the fairways, London’s student-athletes left their mark this week. Volleyball continues to build momentum with statement wins, golf found its stride with a bounce-back performance, and football showed why the Red Raiders are among the teams to watch this season.
As September begins, Raider fans have plenty to be excited about — and even more to cheer for in the weeks ahead.