Tag Archive for: Volleyball

WE ALL NEED SOMEBODY LIKE HELON

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Four years can go by quickly, especially if you’ve experienced the roller coaster ride that is high school.  Add being a multi-sport athlete, a top-notch student, and all the weight of college, and having a social life?  Welcome to the life of Maddie Helon.

We first interviewed Maddie in her Junior year while she played for the Lady Raider Softball team.  This time she trades in her cleats for knee pads, as she sits down to discuss her leadership this year, and how quickly things have flown by the past 4 years.

This week’s Player Profile sponsored by D’Lux Motors is all about Maddie: WE ALL NEED SOMEBODY LIKE HELON.

 

SOUTH RANGE VOLLEYBALL COACH’S CORNER W/ KATHERINE KOMARA (EP. 1)

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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!

LADY BEARS EMBRACE LEADERSHIP ROLES IN LEETONIA

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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.

 

BEAVER LOCAL IMPRESSES AGAINST HARRISON

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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

LADY RAIDERS BUMPED IN HOME OPENER BY URSULINE

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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 VOLLEYBALL COACH’S CORNER (EP. 1) WITH LEANNA MEEKS

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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: