​Tupelo Christian is heading into the season with some work to do when it comes to replacing talent, but the Eagles believe they’ve reloaded.The Eagles have hopes of going on a deep playoff run. TCPS went 23-7 last season but was bounced in the second round after making deeper playoff runs the previous two years, including a trip to the North half title match in 2024.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisement“Definitely a tough class to replace, though we had seven juniors on the court, too,” TCPS head coach Eric Laskowski said. “That puts us with seven seniors this year, so I feel pretty good.”TCPS lost a lot from last year, including setter Corinne Pace, libero Maggie Oxford and outside hitter Addison Eaves, who was second on the team in kills. But returning senior Ana-Miller Coker, who had a team-high 267 kills last year, is a good starting point for this year’s team.“We’ve added to her vertical, and her range is great from the defensive side,” Laskowski said. “Obviously, when you have somebody who’s led the team offensively and they’re back, that’s always a good sign.”Pace had over 400 assists in each of the last two seasons, and she’ll be succeeded at setter by Addison Dixon. Dixon had 298 assists last season, so the Eagles’ offense should be in good hands.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisement“She’s a very strong, very solid setter,” Laskowski said. “Smart, great court vision. She can take the ball herself if she has to. She scores a lot taking the ball herself. Great hands, moves well, we’re super excited, the girls are super excited to have her back. She’s going to be huge for us, no doubt.”Kylan Johns will be taking over at libero after Oxford registered a team-high 383 digs last year. TCPS has its work cut out for itself this season, but the Eagles have consistently been competitive in recent years. They’re in a good spot to be so again.“It’s a very experienced squad,” Laskowski said. “This is TCPS’ first four-year class. This is my fourth season, this is the first time the kids have been with it for all four years. I’ve had them for four years, so we’re excited. We feel like our biggest limitation is ourselves.”TCPS opens the season Aug. 1 at the Pontotoc Tournament.