Neighboring communities for starters. And in my opinion, many (not all), on both sides feel they are better (not just schools) than the other. ? Although my allegiance is with Moe, I grew up in Loveland. Have/had family play sports (including volleyball) at both schools. Last year’s match in the playoffs got chippy. Be curious if fans from either school travel to Elder to watch.
Sycamore took a set from them a few weeks ago. I think they are a underrated team walsh is one of the best middles in the state kress is dominant when he’s consistent and pratt is a solid setter if the supporting cast plays good I wouldn’t count them out.
Yes, Sycamore won a set. But it was with a mixed up Elder group with back-ups playing the majority of the set. Starters were put back in at the end but Sycamore clawed through (to their credit). But I don't think anyone really thinks Sycamore keeps it close. The other 3 sets Sycamore scored 10, 17, and 14.
Yeah, no offense to Sycamore, but I don't think there's much of a chance of them winning unless Walsh and Kress go nuclear. Same with Loveland and their outsides if that's who Elder sees in the Regional finals. The only time I can even see this Elder team going to 4 anytime soon without starters coming out could maybe be Centerville or St. I's. If they go to 5 with anyone, it likely won't be until the state finals.
I’m not. Elder wouldn’t play either of them until the state finals, though.
How does a volleyball game get chippy???
Gestures, screaming, smack talk, etc. across the net. Doesn’t sound like much, but the refs usually shut that kinda stuff down very quickly just like they would in a high school basketball or football game if they notice it
A dented mini van probably comes into play at some point.
Exactly. Although it spilled over to the fans as well. A Loveland student was ejected after running his mouth and attempting to distract a Sycamore player during his serves. Apparently he was too close to the court. Ref warned him, he did not listen and out he went.
Wasn't much of a match. Loveland was missing their #1 outside hitter due to COVID. Sycamore ended it 3-0.
Sycamore will need to serve receive the hell out of the ball in order to succeed. In the end, i dont think Sycamore will have enough to win the match. Elder likely in 3.
Elder wins easily IF they continue to play like they have all year. Side note, does anyone know, will my ticket to Moe v X allow me to watch Elder v Sycamore? Or are they clearing out the gym at Princeton between each match?
I definitely think Busken deserved HM, but understand why he may not have gotten it with coaches wanting to spread the love to other schools
They will. There are some matches where, not saying it’s right or that you should ever underestimate an opponent, you know you’re probably going to be okay and don’t have to go all out. Sycamore’s role players just simply aren’t good enough to handle all that a team like Elder has.
Moeller and X still alive or just 1 of them?
Moe beat X in 5 in the regional finals
I looked on the NFHSnetwork.com and it doesn't appear to have a webcast.
