Tag Archive for: Volleyball

GIVE US MORE, ABBY GEORGE

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There is no better example of a player thriving through pressure like that of Abby George. Last season an injury forced her to be a starting middle blocker on varsity, a role that she had no varsity experience in. Not even the coaches could have predicted how fast she picked things up. By the end of the season she was a consistent weapon in the middle. 

Now walking in to her senior season, Abby is hit with a sense of urgency. This is her last season to make her mark and help get her team where they want to be. Now about three quarters of the way through the season she is doing just that. Abby has become a force to be reckoned with at the net, and an even better team leader. 

Anthony Hartwig got a chance to chat with Abby this week. They discuss her final year in the program, how much last year helped her grow, and much more. So sit back, relax, and get ready to take in the latest Raider Volleyball Player Profile Give Us More, Abby George.

 

CRESTVIEW VOLLEYBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP2 WITH ALISHA AUER)

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Since we last caught up with Crestview head coach Alisha Auer the team has had a couple of impressive wins over Newton Falls and Wellsville. They also had a tough first loss to Salem. With a 15-1 record the focus starts to shift a bit on the postseason. 

Anthony Hartwig catches up with Coach Auer this week to talk about the week that was, what to expect moving forward, and much more. Get the latest scoop on the Crestview volleyball team with Episode 2 of Coach’s Corner with Alisha Auer.

POLAND VOLLEYBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP3 WITH MARTINA DINELLO)

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It’s been a roller coaster of a week for Poland volleyball. They got two big NE8 wins over Struthers and Niles before having a tough time with some big non conference opponents in Austintown Fitch and Canfield. With almost no break in between the Bulldogs came together to win a five set thriller over South Range to make their NE8 winning streak to three. 

YSN’s Anthony Hartwig got a chance to catch up with Coach DiNello right after her teams big win over South Range. They talk about the week that was, their tough non conference games, the big win over the Raiders, and much more. Find out what’s been going on in Poland in Episode 3 of Coach’s Corner with Martina DiNello.

MASUCCI IN THE MIDDLE

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Katie Masucci heads into her senior season of volleyball with high hopes for the program. The multi sport athlete excelled in her ability to manage her time. The daughter of two teachers never forgets how important her schoolwork is and is adamant in the motto “school comes first.” On the volleyball court shes listed as a middle blocker but also is versatile enough to go outside when her team needs her. With a strong swing and plenty of athleticism this senior is an asset to the Bulldogs program. 

Anthony Hartwig sat down with Katie fresh off a big five set win over South Range. They talk about her senior year, what she wants to see from the program in years to come, and much more. Crank that volume all the way up and learn about another Poland senior in the latest volleyball player profile Masucci in the Middle.

*photo credit to Seminary Sports+

 

CRESTVIEW BOUNCES BACK, ACES BROOKFIELD

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COLUMBIANA, OH- It didn’t take long for the state-ranked Lady Rebels to bounce back from their first loss of the year.  Crestview took care of business in three sets, winning 25-16, 25-17, and 25-12 over Brookfield on Tuesday.

Tess Neville continued her outstanding season with 13 kills, 3 aces, 2 digs and 10 points.  Brenna Auer had a double-double with 10 kills and 14 digs.  Molly Emch controlled the front lines with 7 kills, 3 blocks and a dig while Cassie Cope had 11 points and 5 digs.  Lucy Montgomery led the way in helpers with 30.

Becca Uts paced Brookfield with 6 kills and 9 digs.

Crestview will look to keep things going against Liberty on Thursday.

LISBON RALLIES TO WRAP COLUMBIANA

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COLUMBIANA, OH- Lisbon was slow to start on Tuesday night, but after dropping the first set, the Blue Devils were seeing red.

Literally.

The Lady Devils were able to pick themselves up after set one and walk away victorious, 15-25, 25-23, 25-20, 25-13.

Setting the tone for Lisbon was Sophomore, Justyce Vrable with 13 points, 4 kills, and 8 blocks.  Maddie Liberati had 11 points, 6 aces along with 14 kills.  Callie Steed led the offensive attack with 23 kills.

For Columbiana Grace Witmer had a triple-double with 10 kills, 16 assists, and 10 points while contributing 7 digs as well.  Tori Long had 19 digs and 11 kills while teammates Maci Linhart had 31 digs, and a pair of kills and Marissa Makosky had 17 assists, 12 points, with a pair of aces and kills.

Columbiana travels to Wellsville on Thursday, that match can be seen LIVE on YSN.

CRESTVIEW VOLLEYBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP1 WITH ALISHA AUER)

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Head coach Alisha Auer is back yet again for another season of Crestview volleyball. Led by eight seniors the Rebels are off to a fantastic start at 10-0. With a well experienced coaching staff coach Auer is geared up for a deep tournament run. 

Anthony Hartwig sat down with Coach Auer this week to talk about her teams incredible start, what it’s like having such a big senior class, and much more. So dive in to Rebel volleyball with Episode 1 of Crestview Coach’s Corner with Alisha Auer.

QUAKERS PASS LATEST TEST, EDGE EAGLES

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HUBBARD, OH- The Lady Quakers continued rolling on Monday as they beat Hubbard in three sets. For the Quakers, senior Taylor Troy served up 6 aces and 16 points in the final set while adding 4 digs. Also for the Quakers, Elly Exline and Jaden Hamilton had 12 kills apiece while Hamilton added 3 blocks. Jenna McClish added 10 digs in the backcourt as well.

The Quakers will travel to Alliance Tuesday.

In JV action the Salem girls won 2-0. For the Quakers, Alivia Davidson added 5 kills while Emma Hochadel added 3 aces and 13 assists.

 

*Story contributed via Sarah Hamilton and salemathletics.org

EP SHOWS PRIDE FOR MCBRIDE, LADY DOGS SWEEP JFK

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EAST PALESTINE, OH- The East Palestine Lady Bulldogs Volleyball Team has been searching for a groove in their season to get established.  A game that they were clicking on all cylinders, and on Monday, they may have found it.  Against an out of conference team in Warren JFK, the Lady Bulldogs were able to dial up a 3-set victory 25-4,25-10, 25-15.

Leading the way was serve specialist Jade McBride, who posted 15 points and 3 digs on the night.  Paige Snyder collected 13 tallies and a pair of digs, while Juli Jones had a pair of kills, and Junior Malynn Bistarkey had 8 kills.

East Palestine improves to 10-5 overall, and 7-2 in the EOAC.  They now gear up for Leetonia on Thursday night at home.

BEAVERS LOCK IN WINS ON SENIOR NIGHT

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EAST LIVERPOOL, OH- It was Senior Night at Beaver Local on Monday as the program recognized Senior players Corin Turkovich, Paige Adkins, and Lauren Thomas as well as student assistant Justus Parker. Then the volleyball team dominated in three straight sets 25-6, 25-7, 25-14 over Buckeye Local in OVAC and Buckeye 8 action. The only time the Beavers were behind all night was 1-0 in the third set; they lead throughout the first two sets and after overcoming the early deficit in the third set.

The Beavers were led by Brooke Talbot with 7 aces, 6 kills, 6 assists & 2 digs, Corin Turkovich was 6 aces and 6 digs, Kodi Kinsey with 10 digs and 5 aces, Karlee Furman with 6 digs, 3 kills and 3 aces, Leah Riccardo with 5 kills, 2 digs, and an assist. As a team, the Beavers had 23 aces on the night.
Beaver Local is now 12-3 on the season. They travel to Harrison Central on Wednesday & Indian Creek on Thursday before taking on state-ranked Wellsville next Monday. Buckeye Local is now 0-14.
*Story contributed by YSN Beaver Local Reporter and Beaver Local Alum, Jason Hannum.