In the maiden voyage of South Range Volleyball Coach’s Corner with Coach Katherine Komara, our Anthony Hartwig talks to Coach about the heart of this year’s Lady Raiders.
Coach Komara talks about team goals as well as strengths and the unique skill sets that this particular team has!
All that and more on this week’s South Range Volleyball Coach’s Corner presented by Diamond 9 Development!
LEETONIA, OH- When it comes to school spirit, Leetonia Seniors Kayleigh Heffner and Brea Moore have it in bulk. Quite literally, actually. These two cheerleaders can go from smile to game face in a snap, and that’s what they’re trying to master for the Lady Bears Volleyball Team.
While they still pride themselves on leading a crowd, it’s their final season to do so on the court for volleyball. In our discussion, the focus, drive, and inspiration are evident for these two leaders as they look to turn things around at Leetonia.
We sat down with Kayleigh and Brea for our first Leetonia Lady Bears Player Profile of 2018.
EAST LIVERPOOL, OH- The Lady Beavers impressed as they handled the Lady Huskies 3-0, winning game 1 25-17, game 2 25-13, and game 3 25-8.
Early leads from Beaver Local and communication problems from Harrison Central were key factors in this one. Madison Smith made her name known as she did not let Harrison Central on their heels the entire match, as she takes home the G. Burbick Farms Player of the Game honors. As the Beavers open the season 2-0, it should also be noted that they have not lost a set to this point, winning both matches 3-0.
The Lady Beavers will look to continue their winning ways when they visit Edison on August 27.
YSN Beaver Local- Michael McKenzie
CANFIELD, OH- The Raider Volleyball team welcomed in the Ursuline Irish in their home opener Monday night. The Raiders dropped a tough 5 set match (25-20 20-25 17-25 25-18 11-15)
In set 1 the Raiders hit the ground running. Izzy Lamparty collected 3 blocks in the set to establish a strong Raider defense. Junior Anna Primavera notched 3 service aces in a row to give the Raiders a strong lead that they would ride to a 25-20 set 1 victory.
In set 2 the Irish rebounded with a strong defense that held the Raider hitters to only 5 kills. The Raiders helped out with 6 attack errors as well. Izzy Lamparty tallied 2 more blocks but the Raiders dropped the set 20-25.
After the first couple points in set 3, Izzy Lamparty went down and had to leave the game. The Raiders struggled to find a rhythm in a new rotation as they committed 8 attack errors. The Raiders dropped set 3 17-25
With their backs against the wall, the Raiders were up for the challenge in set 4. The Raiders were able to gather 9 kills in the set 3 from Primavera. The Raiders got back to work on their net defense as sophomore Abby George stepped up with 3 blocks that slowed down the Irish momentum. The Irish fought off 4 set points but the Raiders took the set 25-18.
In the decisive 5th set the Raiders and Irish traded points to get to 7-7. Back to back attack errors from the Raiders have the Irish some breathing room and they were able to wiggle away with a 15-11 match-clinching set 5 victory.
As a team, the Raiders were held to a hitting percentage under .100 mostly attributed to strong back row defense from the Irish. As a team, the Raiders finished with 13 service aces. Anna Primavera lead the Raiders with 10 kills and also tallied 7 service aces. The newcomer to the varsity lineup Abby George finished with 7 kills 3 blocks and a dig. Mary Kuhns finished with 15 digs. Drew Ferren led the Raiders in assists with 15. The Raiders return to action Tuesday traveling to Fitch.
LEETONIA, OH- The smell of the wax on the gym floor, the squeaking of new shoes, the look of hope in every student-athlete can only mean one thing. The new Fall season has arrived! This year YSN is putting emphasis on more schools and more sports, but without giving up an ounce of coverage for any of our partner schools in our inaugural year.
So this year, we’re sitting down with Leetonia Volleyball Coach, who in her third year is looking to build on the foundation that her program has constructed thus far.
Without further ado, LiB’s Market in Salem proudly presents Leetonia Volleyball Coach’s Corner with Leanna Meeks:
When we set out to start YSN (Your Sports Network) our goal was to support, and highlight some of the best athletic, and coaching talent in the country. Although our goal is to provide this for areas all over the USA, there has been no better place to start than right here in Northeast Ohio.
Now we have the proof.
We’ve had the chance to cover football, soccer, and volleyball this fall. The hard work and dedication is now starting to pay off in some of those instances. Here’s just a few examples:
Football- All-District
Division IV-
Salem: Chase Ackerman, Mitch Davidson, Turner Johnson, Robbie Sarginger
Division V-
DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR: Peyton Remish (South Range)
South Range: Peyton Remish, Aniello Buzzacco, Mathias Combs, Anthony Czap, Matt Brooks, Tyler Dolak
Crestview: Dominic Perry, Dakota Stratton, Andrew Yanssens, Dylan Huff, Danny Moore
Division VI
Columbiana: Jared Bryarly, Shane Moore, Chase Franken, Frank Rupert, Zach Phillips
Division VII
Lisbon: Cam Summers, Seth Stokes, Logan Bell, Brice Blackburn
Wellsville: Derrick Suggs, Ryan Miller
Leetonia: Roman Ferry
VOLLEYBALL
ALL-DISTRICT TEAM
DIVISION II
East Liverpool: Skye Stokes, Kiandria Cowart, Terran Stacey
DIVISION III
PLAYER OF THE YEAR: MacKenzie Daub (Crestview)
COACH OF THE YEAR: Alisha Auer (Crestview)
Crestview: MacKenzie Daub, Emily Emch, Natasha Salmen, Brenna Auer, Haley Eskra
Salem: Echo Mayer-Kutz, Caitlyn Marx, Josie Miller
DIVISION IV:
Lisbon: Kimmi Wiggers, Maddie Liberati, Hailee Carpenter
Wellsville: Kiki Perry, Emily Russell, Regan Pierson, Peyton Davidson
Columbiana: Emily Gosseliln, Morgan Highley
Leetonia: Emma Kemp, Brianna Luttmers
The Wellsville Lady Tigers Volleyball team led by Dan McKinstry and Melody Allison finished the season (tournament included) at an impressive 16-8 mark, and 11-3 inside their respective Conference.
The Lady Tigers improved seemingly each and every game of the season, which was highlighted by McKinstry’s 700th career victory against Toronto.
Members of the team include: Peyton Davidson, Emily Skinner, Emily Russell, Angeline Luckino, Greta Cartwright, Meaghan Nixon, Jenna McNicol, Indiah Pullie, McKenna Simms, Cameron Jackson, Cameron Carlevale, DeHaven Dobritz, Delaney Cochran, Emma Smith, Kiera Perry, Katelynn Exline, Kinley Martin, and Regan Pierson.
***CONGRATULATIONS ON A GREAT SEASON***
OVAC VOLLEYBALL PLAYOFFS FEATURING THE #1 SEED CRESTVIEW LADY REBELS VS. WHEELING CENTRAL CATHOLIC
LIVE from the TigerDome in Wellsville!
DJ Yokley has the call.
Tommy Pease has the call in the BeaverDome.