Tag Archive for: Volleyball

BACK TO THE PARTY

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Last season Izzy Lamparty had to miss nearly all of the 2018 volleyball season with an injury. It was not easy for the athletic sophomore to not be out on the court competing. One year later and healthy again Izzy comes into her junior year with anticipation to be a vital member of the team. Her coaches admitted that the year off set her back as far as volleyball IQ, but as far as athleticism goes, Lamparty never missed a step. Now well into her first full season starting varsity Izzy has proven to be a quick study. It didn’t take long for her to learn the fine details of the Raiders scheme. She has quickly become one of the Raiders top offensive threats, and is a force to be reckoned with in the front row. 

YSN’s Anthony Hartwig got a chance to chat with Izzy this week. They discuss dealing with her injury last season, what it’s like being coached by a record holding former Raider, and much more. Are you ready for the party? Check out the latest Raider Volleyball Player Profile Back To the Party.

STYLE AND GRACE, BEAVERS SNAP STREAK

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EAST LIVERPOOL, OH- The Beaver Local volleyball team snapped a 3 game losing streak on Thursday Night with a hard-fought 3 set victory, 25-20, 28-26, 25-22, over the Saint Clairsville Red Devils in Buckeye 8 and OVAC action. Even though the Beavers did not lose a set, this match was anything but easy.

After winning the first set without trailing, the Beavers fell behind by as much as 7-13 midway through the second set. But the Beavers, led by sophomores Elizabeth Kolkowski, Grace Hill, & Brooke Talbot, mounted a furious comeback to eventually win the second set by using their height advantage to set up many blocks and kills. Then during the third set 2 disputed calls went in favor of the Beavers. The first call was over a tipped ball by a Red Devils player while the Red Devils held a slim 11-13 lead. Originally the point went in favor of Saint Clairsville but Beaver Local coach Sarah Lowe argued the ball was tipped by the opposition. After the officials held a conference, the call was reversed in favor of the Beavers. Then late in the third set with the score tied 20-20 a net violation by the Red Devils originally was not called. But after the Beaver Local bench disputed the call the officials once again talked the play over and reversed the call. Soon afterward the Beavers won the third set and the match.
Leading the way for the Beavers was Elizabeth Kolkowski with 11 kills, 7 digs & 4 blocks, Brooke Talbot with 11 kills, 6 digs & 1 block, Grace Hill with 5 blocks, 4 blocks & 2 digs, Karlee Furman with 23 assists, 6 digs & 2 kills, Cierrah Thurik with 17 digs & an ace & Kodi Kinsey with 16 digs.
The Beavers are now 14-6 while Saint Clairsville is now 9-10. With the victory, Beaver Local is one of 4 teams that has qualified for the OVAC tournament in Class 4A. The semifinals & location will be announced by the Ohio Valley Athletic Conference on Friday with the matches taking place on Tuesday.
*Story contributed by YSN Beaver Local Beat Reporter, Jason Hannum.

CLIPPERS FLY HIGH OVER UNITED

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COLUMBIANA, OH- Grace Witmer is at it again, a big week for GW continued on Thursday when Columbiana battled past United in an EOAC matchup 17-25, 28-26, 25-17, 17-25, 15-12 in 5 sets.

Witmer’s 14 assists, 10 points, 9 kills, 8 digs, and 2 aces led the way for the Red and White.  Maci Linhart dug out of trouble 27 digs, 8 points, 2 kills, and an ace.  Tori Long posted up a double-double with 10 kills and 20 digs.  Maddie Witherow and Madison Moser had a combined 12 kills collectively.

Columbiana will play at home on Monday against non-conference opponent, Mineral Ridge.

TIGERS ARE PITCH PERFECT IN EOAC

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EAST PALESTINE, OH- A match with a ton of pride on the line went the way of Wellsville on Thursday night.  East Palestine was looking for a signature win heading into the postseason, and one that would send a ripple through the volleyball world.

They nearly found it.

However, Ohio’s All-time winningest volleyball Coach, Dan McKinstry, kept his troops calm and collected on their way to a 4-set victory on the road 25-7, 22-25, 25-23, 25-18.

Jenna McNicol was awarded the Player of the Game for Wellsville with her 37 digs, while her sister Emily had 15 assists and 4 aces.  Greta Cartwright had 24 assists and 4 aces and Meaghan Nixon contributed 4 kills.  The combination of Emma Smith and Alana Amato frustrated the frontline of East Palestine all night with 26 collective kills between them.

For East Palestine, Paige Snyder took home the Gorby’s Player of the Game with 6 points, 11 kills 12 digs and an ace.  Liv Figley had 7 kills and 7 blocks while Emily Berger also posted a double-double with 14 digs, 10 kills, 4 blocks, and 4 points.  McKenna Griffith also had a big night with 14 digs and 10 points.

East Palestine drops to 13-6 (9-3) while Wellsville advances to 15-3, and a perfect sweep of the EOAC in 2019 at 12-0.

Congratulations to Coach McKinstry and the Lady Tigers for their EOAC Championship.

LADY REBS STIFLE CAMPBELL

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COLUMBIANA, OH- The sun came up on another Thursday, and the Crestview Volleyball Team kept rolling in their 2019 campaign.  The latest victim being AAC rival Campbell Memorial, as the Lady Rebs made quick work of the Lady Red Devils 25-9, 25-9, 25-5 in straight sets.

Baird Brothers Big Dog of the Valley Nominee Tess Neville led the charge with 6 kills, 8 points, 4 digs, and 3 aces.  Shelby Rambo contributed 6 kills and another half-dozen blocks while Brenna Auer peppered the stat sheet with 8 points, 5 kills 5 digs and a block.  Sid Rambo also contributed 5 kills and a pair of blocks while Lucy Montgomery let the way with 21 helpers and 18 points.

The Rebels improve to 18-1 on the year and remain perfect in the AAC at 10-0.

PRIDEFUL VICTORY, HEARTLAND CHECKS LADY CLIPPERS

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COLUMBIANA, OH- A crosstown rivalry is renewed with the emergence of the Heartland Christian volleyball program.  The Lady Lions were on display again on Wednesday with a hard-fought victory over Columbiana 21-25, 20-25, 27-25, 19-25.

For the Lady Clippers, Grace Witmer led the team with 14 kills, 9 digs, 9 points, 8 assists and a pair of aces.  Madison Moser also contributed with 11 points, 6 digs, and a four-spot in the aces and kills column.  Tori Long shoveled out 15 digs, while Maci Linhard had 24.  Big Dog of the Valley Nominee, Marissa Makosky, had 16 helpers, 9 points, 7 digs with 3 aces.

Columbiana now looks to host United on Thursday.

BULLDOGS TAKE CARE OF BUSINESS, PREP FOR PRIMETIME SHOWDOWN

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EAST PALESTINE, OH- The East Palestine Lady Bulldogs came into their matchup with Mohawk on a mission: No Plays Off.  It’s an easy concept, but much tougher to deliver when all is said and done.  However, on Wednesday night, mission accomplished.  EP delivered a shutout 3-0 against their cross border rivals, 25-6, 25-10, 25-9.

Leading the way and earning the Gorby’s Player of the Game was Junior, Emily Berger, with 7 points, 8 kills, 3 digs, and a pair of blocks.  However, her frontline teammates also deserve heavy recognition for their play, as Paige Snyder had 14 points, and a pair of digs and aces while Liv Figley had 9 kills and 4 blocks.  Jami Jones was a sniper for EP, perfect placement leading to 14 points, 2 aces, and 7 digs.  Rounding out the night was Morgan Cheurco and her match-leading 21 assists.

East Palestine improves to 13-5 overall (9-2) and will host a much-anticipated match with EOAC Champion, Wellsville, on Thursday night.  You can catch the action right here, on YSN.

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ICE IN THE VEINS, FROST IN THE NAME

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Poland Volleyball has a sizable senior class. With eight girls in the class of 2020, it can get easy to be lost in the shuffle. This is not the case with Emily Frost. As a setter she is involved with every offensive play on the court. The only player that always touches the ball, the setter is like a quarterback on the court. Emily Frost treasures being in this position being able to lead the offense on the floor. She has respect for her role on the floor and what that means for her team. To her, it is important to keep everyone up in times of struggle. Volleyball is all about momentum, and her energy and leadership on the court is an immediate boost to her team’s morale. Frost is arguably the most cerebral player on the court, as most setters are. She has to make split second decisions on where to set the ball based on where the defense is aligned. A master of her craft Frost is working hard to help her team reach their goals. 

Anthony Hartwig caught up with Emily this week to talk about being the setter, future goals, and much more. Bundle up Poland fans this one is about to get frosty. Listen to the latest Bulldog Volleyball Player Profile, Ice in Her Veins, Frost in Her Name.

OAK GLEN SNAPS MOONEY WINNING STREAK

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A bittersweet moment for the Cardinals in their final home game of the season, as head coach Tony Gorvet made it clear that this would be his last home game as the Mooney volleyball coach. Ten years, a district championship, and well over 130 wins, the team surprised coach with a plaque to commemorate his wonderful career.

The Cardinals played host to the powerhouse Oak Glen Golden Bears, who not only are undefeated on the season, but have only been defeated in two total sets for the season. With each set, Mooney would trade blows with Oak Glen. Magen Petty and Katie Hough combined for 9 kills, Hough specifically brought the crowd and bench to their feet in a spectacular dig in the second set that saved a point for Mooney. Mariah Farragher also contributed 5 kills, two of them coming on back to back plays.

But Oak Glen is undefeated for a reason. Superb serving by Hannah Rogers, who had 4 aces, and pinpoint spikes from Skye Stokes proved to be too much for the Cardinals. The Cardinals fought back late in the third when they trailed 22-7 with 5 straight points, but the Golden Bears would get back on track, and finish off Mooney in 3 sets, snapping Mooney’s home winning streak. The season is not over though! As we wind down volleyball season, the ladies have four more games to play, all of them on the road. And with their talent, and the support of the Mooney family, these girls are confident that a long tournament run is in their future.

DAILEY DOUBLE, LISBON SLIDES PAST LEETONIA

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LEETONIA, OH- The Lisbon Lady Blue Devils kept their cool under pressure on Tuesday, winning a big EOAC matchup against their down the road rivals, Leetonia.

After starting with a Set 1 victory, Leetonia came back to win the second set 25-18 before dropping the next two 25-8, and 25-22.

Leading the way for Lisbon was Maddie Liberati who had perfect vision with 20 kills and 20 digs.  Callie Steed led the frontline attack with 19 kills and 22 digs, while McKenna Dailey tallied 19 points.

For the Lady Bears, Hailie Hamilton peppered the stat column with 7 points, 5 kills, 5 blocks, 4 digs, 2 aces, and an assist.  Elyssa Jones had 13 helpers and 7 digs, Cailyn Glosser had 10 points, 5 aces and 4 digs, Taran Ferry busted out the shovel for 20 digs and contributed 8 points.

Lisbon improves its record to 12-7 and 7-4 in the EOAC.  They now prep for a road trip to Southern on Thursday.