The Everest Collegiate varsity volleyball team from Clarkston, MI, will face Our Lady of the Lake Catholic from St. Joseph, MI, in a neutral playoff match today at 10 a.m. This game is part of the “2024 Michigan High School Girls Volleyball Playoff Brackets: MHSAA – Division 4” tournament.

Everest Collegiate vs Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Game Info:

What: Michigan High School Girls Volleyball Playoffs
Who: Everest Collegiate vs Our Lady of the Lake Catholic
When: Saturday, November 23, 2024
Time: 10:00 a.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 Michigan High School Girls Volleyball Playoff Brackets: MHSAA – Division 4
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Game preview: Everest Collegiate vs Our Lady of the Lake Catholic

The 2024-25 season has been an extraordinary showcase of talent for Michigan high school volleyball, with two powerhouse teams—Our Lady of the Lake Catholic and Everest Collegiate—standing out as the state’s elite. Their records, team stats, and individual performances highlight their dominance, setting the stage for what could be an epic showdown if their paths cross in the postseason.

Rankings and Records

Our Lady of the Lake Catholic
With a remarkable 37-3-1 overall record and an undefeated 12-0 league campaign, Our Lady of the Lake Catholic boasts an impressive .915 win percentage. Whether at home (11-0), away (11-0-1), or in neutral settings (15-3), this team has shown relentless consistency.

Everest Collegiate
Undefeated at 37-0-1, Everest Collegiate has cemented its place as Michigan’s top contender. Dominating both at home (21-0) and on the road (9-0), Everest showcases a near-perfect .987 win percentage and remains untouchable in league play (10-0).

Team Scoring Averages

Both teams display striking offensive efficiency:

• Our Lady of the Lake Catholic averages between 23.5 and 24.7 points per set across their top four rotations, with wins often secured by a 2.3-point margin.
• Everest Collegiate narrowly edges out their rival in scoring averages, delivering 24.7 and 25.0 points in their strongest sets and averaging a 2.5-point winning margin.

Statistical Comparison

The numbers tell a tale of two dominant but differently skilled squads:

• Kills: Lady of the Lake leads with 1,241 kills to Everest’s 1,083, showcasing superior firepower led by Nora Proos (510 kills).
• Total Blocks: Everest Collegiate excels defensively with 106 blocks, anchored by Addison Pearce (50 blocks).
• Serving Aces: Lady of the Lake holds a commanding lead with 463 aces, with Jojo Marsh (114 aces) setting the pace.
• Digs: Defense is where Lady of the Lake shines, outpacing Everest with 2,150 digs compared to 1,106. Ellie Howard leads with 473 digs.
• Assists and Receptions: Lady of the Lake dominates these categories, thanks to playmakers like Aislin Sargent (1,180 assists) and Nora Proos (492 receptions).

Key Players to Watch

Record Breakdown

The consistency of both teams is evident across all environments:

• Both squads are unbeaten in league play, with Lady of the Lake excelling at 14-1 against league opponents.
• Everest Collegiate is flawless in non-league play (23-0), while Lady of the Lake stands strong at 12-2-1.
• Neither team has faced each other or a common opponent, leaving fans eager for a possible head-to-head encounter.

What’s Next?

With playoff action heating up, both teams have proven they are built for deep postseason runs. While Everest Collegiate’s unbeaten record gives them the edge on paper, Our Lady of the Lake’s depth and versatility suggest they won’t go down without a fight. A matchup between these two could be one for the ages, with state championship implications written all over it.

For now, the Michigan high school volleyball community can only wait and hope these two titans cross paths in their pursuit of ultimate glory.