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Rebels draw state champ in volleyball bracket
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The Rebels pose for a team photo after beating Houston County in Warner Robins to advance to the Elite 8. - photo by Submitted

SPRINGFIELD -- Effingham County faces a big task and a big opportunity in the quarterfinal round of the Class AAAAAA volleyball tournament Saturday.

The Rebels are seeded last among the remaining eight teams, putting them into the bracket opposite state champion Harrison for an 11 a.m. game at Harrison.

Effingham County advanced by whipping Houston County on Tuesday, 25-10, 25-23 and 25-18.