BeatReportJacob
TV Athletics Beat Writer
TVHS Volleyball at Canal Winchester 10/2
The Teays Valley volleyball team put up a fierce fight against Canal Winchester on Tuesday, but ultimately fell in a five-set thriller. Despite the loss, the Vikings showed significant improvement from their previous matchup against the Indians.
"We played more consistently and were more aggressive and smart on offense," said TV Coach Amy Horsley. "I'm proud of our competitive mindset and hustle. We maintained positive energy throughout sets two and three."
However, the Vikings struggled in the fifth set, committing 10 errors, including three missed serves and four hitting errors.
Statistical Highlights:
The Vikings showed notable improvements from their first matchup against Canal Winchester. They increased their hitting percentage from.129 to.190, serve receive rating from 1.52 to 1.63, and serving percentage from 92.9% to 96.0%. They also evened out blocking, with Canal averaging 3 blocks to Teays Valley's 2.
Top Performers:
The Vikings were led by Jenna Pence with 18 kills, 2 blocks, and 1 dig, while Ella McGee added 11 kills and 1 dig. Noa Craft contributed 6 kills, 4 blocks, and 4 digs. Other notable performers included Brianna Helser (6 kills, 3 digs), Brenna Carothers (5 kills, 11 digs, 2 assists), and Ellie Tatman (40/41 serve receptions, 16 digs, 5 assists). Allie Carte chipped in with 4 kills and 1 dig, and Aubrey Helser had 2 kills and 5 digs. Tessa Bradley had a perfect serving night, going 23/23 with 4 aces while also recording 22 assists, 8 digs, and 1 kill. Emma Minton tallied 22 assists, 1 kill, 14/14 serving with 3 aces, and 7 digs. Ella Miles rounded out the stats with 20/21 serving, 1 ace, and 7 digs.
Looking Ahead:
The Vikings will focus on serve receiving and hitting in upcoming practices, preparing for their final games and the tournament. Coach Horsley emphasized the importance of maximum effort, hustle, and energy. "I want the girls to have the mentality that they're going to give it everything they have and compete no matter the outcome."
By the Numbers:
Jenna Pence: 18 kills, 2 blocks, 1 dig (.323 hitting percentage)
Ella McGee: 11 kills
Noa Craft: 6 kills, 4 blocks, 4 digs (.375 hitting percentage)
Tessa Bradley: 23/23 serving, 4 aces, 22 assists, 8 digs, 1 kill
Emma Minton: 22 assists, 1 kill, 14/14 serving, 7 digs
Ellie Tatman: 40/41 serve receptions, 16 digs, 5 assists
Next Up:
Teays Valley volleyball continues their OCC gauntlet tomorrow when they host Newark. The Wildcats are coming off a loss to Pickerington Central on Tuesday.
The Teays Valley volleyball team put up a fierce fight against Canal Winchester on Tuesday, but ultimately fell in a five-set thriller. Despite the loss, the Vikings showed significant improvement from their previous matchup against the Indians.
"We played more consistently and were more aggressive and smart on offense," said TV Coach Amy Horsley. "I'm proud of our competitive mindset and hustle. We maintained positive energy throughout sets two and three."
However, the Vikings struggled in the fifth set, committing 10 errors, including three missed serves and four hitting errors.
Statistical Highlights:
The Vikings showed notable improvements from their first matchup against Canal Winchester. They increased their hitting percentage from.129 to.190, serve receive rating from 1.52 to 1.63, and serving percentage from 92.9% to 96.0%. They also evened out blocking, with Canal averaging 3 blocks to Teays Valley's 2.
Top Performers:
The Vikings were led by Jenna Pence with 18 kills, 2 blocks, and 1 dig, while Ella McGee added 11 kills and 1 dig. Noa Craft contributed 6 kills, 4 blocks, and 4 digs. Other notable performers included Brianna Helser (6 kills, 3 digs), Brenna Carothers (5 kills, 11 digs, 2 assists), and Ellie Tatman (40/41 serve receptions, 16 digs, 5 assists). Allie Carte chipped in with 4 kills and 1 dig, and Aubrey Helser had 2 kills and 5 digs. Tessa Bradley had a perfect serving night, going 23/23 with 4 aces while also recording 22 assists, 8 digs, and 1 kill. Emma Minton tallied 22 assists, 1 kill, 14/14 serving with 3 aces, and 7 digs. Ella Miles rounded out the stats with 20/21 serving, 1 ace, and 7 digs.
Looking Ahead:
The Vikings will focus on serve receiving and hitting in upcoming practices, preparing for their final games and the tournament. Coach Horsley emphasized the importance of maximum effort, hustle, and energy. "I want the girls to have the mentality that they're going to give it everything they have and compete no matter the outcome."
By the Numbers:
Jenna Pence: 18 kills, 2 blocks, 1 dig (.323 hitting percentage)
Ella McGee: 11 kills
Noa Craft: 6 kills, 4 blocks, 4 digs (.375 hitting percentage)
Tessa Bradley: 23/23 serving, 4 aces, 22 assists, 8 digs, 1 kill
Emma Minton: 22 assists, 1 kill, 14/14 serving, 7 digs
Ellie Tatman: 40/41 serve receptions, 16 digs, 5 assists
Next Up:
Teays Valley volleyball continues their OCC gauntlet tomorrow when they host Newark. The Wildcats are coming off a loss to Pickerington Central on Tuesday.