The Dakota Valley varsity volleyball team (North Sioux City, SD) will play a neutral-site playoff match against Dell Rapids (SD) today at 6:45 PM. This game is part of the 2024 SDHSAA High School Volleyball Playoff Brackets for the Class A State Tournament in South Dakota.

Dakota Valley vs Dell Rapids Game Info:

What: South Dakota High School Girls Volleyball Playoffs
Who: Dakota Valley vs Dell Rapids
When: Saturday, November 23, 2024
Time: 6:45 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 SDHSAA High School Volleyball Playoff Brackets (South Dakota) – 2024 Class A State Tournament
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Game preview: Dakota Valley vs Dell Rapids

As the South Dakota volleyball season intensifies, two of the state’s top teams are set to clash in a pivotal playoff match: Dell Rapids and Dakota Valley. Both teams have dominated their regions, boasting impressive records and some of the best individual performances across the state. Here’s a breakdown of their impressive stats, their head-to-head history, and what to expect as these two powerhouses face off in a highly anticipated neutral-site matchup.

Team Records and Rankings

Both Dell Rapids and Dakota Valley have established themselves as forces to be reckoned with this season.

• Dell Rapids (24-25):
  • Overall Record: 31-3
  • Region Record: 6-0
  • Home Record: 9-0
  • Away Record: 9-0
  • Neutral Record: 13-3
  • Win Percentage: .912
  • Region Win Percentage: 1.000
• Dakota Valley (24-25):
  • Overall Record: 31-5
  • Region Record: 8-0
  • Home Record: 9-1
  • Away Record: 8-2
  • Neutral Record: 14-2
  • Win Percentage: .861
  • Region Win Percentage: 1.000

Both teams have been nearly unbeatable in their respective regions, with Dell Rapids showing slight superiority in terms of overall win percentage and an undefeated region record.

Team Scoring Averages

When it comes to offensive output, both teams can put points on the board at will. The scoring averages per set for both squads highlight their attacking strength:

• Dell Rapids:
  • S1: 24.6
  • S2: 24.4
  • S3: 24.9
  • S4: 25.0
  • S5: 15.0
  • Wins: 2.4
• Dakota Valley:
  • S1: 23.6
  • S2: 24.3
  • S3: 23.0
  • S4: 19.6
  • S5: 14.0
  • Wins: 2.3

While both teams average well over 23 points per set, Dell Rapids has been slightly more consistent in their scoring across all sets, particularly in the decisive fifth set.

Head-to-Head: A Rivalry Renewed

The two teams have already met twice this season, and both matches offered dramatic showdowns.

• October 7, 2024: Dell Rapids won the first meeting, claiming a 3-2 victory in a hard-fought match. The set scores were:
  • Dakota Valley: 25-25-18-17-10
  • Dell Rapids: 20-18-25-25-15
• October 19, 2024: Dakota Valley responded with a dominant 2-0 win in a neutral-site tournament, clinching the match with set scores:
  • Dell Rapids: 20-18
  • Dakota Valley: 25-25

In these encounters, both teams showcased their resilience and ability to adapt to tough competition. The first match saw Dell Rapids rally after dropping the first two sets, while Dakota Valley demonstrated their offensive prowess in the second meeting.

Key Players to Watch

Both teams feature standout players who have been critical to their success:

• Dell Rapids:
  • Madelynn Henry (#7): 426 kills
  • Lauryn Kloth (#4): 72 total blocks
  • Clara Justice (#3): 59 serving aces
  • Alaina Wolff (#11): 240 digs
  • Sophi Randall (#8): 801 assists
• Dakota Valley:
  • Claire Munch (#12): 503 kills
  • Emersen Mead (#4): 60 total blocks
  • Samantha Kimbell (#10): 50 serving aces
  • Reagan Granstrom (#2): 464 receptions
  • Madelyn Munch (#14): 987 assists

The battle between Dell Rapids’ Henry and Dakota Valley’s Munch will be one to watch, as both players are key offensive threats. Additionally, the presence of strong blockers and defenders like Kloth and Mead ensures that both teams will be ready to handle any attacks.

Common Opponents

Both Dell Rapids and Dakota Valley have faced a number of common opponents throughout the season, with both teams performing admirably. For instance, both teams secured victories against West Central, Brookings, and Sioux Falls Christian, among others, showing their dominance over in-state competition.

The Playoff Matchup

With the teams’ records, past performances, and key player matchups, the upcoming neutral-site playoff match promises to be an exciting affair. Both teams will bring their best, aiming to secure a crucial victory as they look to continue their strong postseason runs.

Dell Rapids enters the match with momentum after their 3-2 victory in the last meeting, but Dakota Valley will look to avenge that loss with their strong serving and defensive play. It’s a matchup of two teams that have excelled all season long, and their rivalry will undoubtedly provide fans with an unforgettable volleyball showdown.

When: November 23, 2024
Where: Neutral Site
Time: 6:45 p.m.

As the match approaches, all eyes will be on these two powerhouses as they battle for supremacy in South Dakota volleyball.