Week 3 Preview: Tuesday Matches to Watch
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Another week of high school volleyball action is set to begin across Nebraska! We’ve already seen a variety of talent-rich tournaments, triangulars, and division matchups so far this year. There has been an incredible amount of parity in these early-season…
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Continue ReadingAnother week of high school volleyball action is set to begin across Nebraska!
We’ve already seen a variety of talent-rich tournaments, triangulars, and division matchups so far this year. There has been an incredible amount of parity in these early-season results, and I expect that trend to continue in the weeks to come.
So, let’s kick off week three! This upcoming Tuesday slate has some intriguing regional battles between some of the state’s top teams. These results could have postseason implications down the line.
Here we go. Be sure to keep an eye on these matches at the start of the week.
Elkhorn South vs. Norris
I just mentioned postseason implications in the introduction, and here are two teams that always expect to make some noise when it’s tournament time. This matchup will undoubtedly be a great opportunity to see where these two powerhouses stand early in the 2021 campaign.
It’s a vintage Class A versus Class B battle featuring all the talent you could ever want. Two Division 1-bound senior setters will lead the way. Several more veteran leaders will be hitting on the pins for these teams. The backcourt players here are elite.
I could go on, but this is the kind of matchup that speaks for itself. We’re going to learn a lot on Tuesday night.
Gretna vs. Omaha Westside
Happening just down the road from Elkhorn South is a pivotal duel between Gretna and Omaha Westside.
This is a big resurgence year for Gretna. After struggling with injuries during the 2020 season, this now feels like the more complete group that the Dragons are accustomed to. You just can’t keep this great program down for long. Skylar McCune Skylar McCune 5'9" | DS/L Gretna | 2022 State #53 Nation NE has returned to lead Gretna to an 8-0 start, and there are plenty of other major contributors around her on the roster. Elle Heckenlively Elle Heckenlively 5'10" | OH Gretna | 2025 State NE is making a big impact as a freshman, and Maddie Johnson has been an efficient scorer, too.
On the other side, Omaha Westside’s roster rebuild is well documented. They have a chance to prove themselves once again as they battle another top-tier foe. This should be fun.
Axtell vs. Overton
Overton vs. Sumner-Eddyville-Miller
Axtell vs. Sumner-Eddyville-Miller
Here’s a huge triangular in Class D1.
Axtell, with a record of 3-1, is hosting two other top competitors in its class. The Wildcats are surely aware of the challenge ahead, as both of the visitors carry undefeated records into Tuesday’s contests.
Axtell has plenty of talent to defend their home court, though. Junior setter Audrey Nelson runs a nice offense, and senior middle blocker Reagan Nordhausen will always be a threat along the net.
Keep tabs on these matchups, as we could the balance of power begin to shift in Class D1.
Lutheran High Northeast vs. Norfolk Catholic
Do you like championship rematches?
Indeed, we have a reprise in last season’s Class C2 title match between the Eagles and the Knights. You can always expect this cross-town rivalry to produce some excellent volleyball. These teams have some frontcourt talent to replace from last year’s squads, but these programs still have championship aspirations to fulfill. Tuesday’s match is an important step in that journey.