The Huntley (IL) varsity volleyball team will play a neutral playoff match against Fremd (Palatine, IL) today at 6 p.m. This game is part of the “2024 Illinois High School Girls Volleyball Playoff Brackets: IHSA – Class 4A” tournament.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: Illinois High School Volleyball
Who: Fremd vs Huntley
When: Today, November 11, 2024
Time: 6:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 Illinois High School Girls Volleyball Playoff Brackets: IHSA – Class 4A
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Game preview: Fremd vs Huntley

As the 2024-2025 volleyball season unfolds, two Illinois powerhouses, Fremd and Huntley, continue to make their mark in the competition. With impressive records, talented players, and fierce rivalries, these teams are among the best in the state, and their paths have crossed several times this season. In this article, we break down their performances, team stats, and head-to-head comparisons.

Team Overview

Fremd (24-25)

• Overall Record: 33-6
• Conference Record: 10-0 (1.000 Win Percentage)
• Home Record: 13-0
• Away Record: 8-2
• Neutral Record: 12-4
• Winning Percentage: .846

Huntley (24-25)

• Overall Record: 31-8
• Conference Record: 16-2 (.889 Win Percentage)
• Home Record: 10-3
• Away Record: 9-1
• Neutral Record: 12-4
• Winning Percentage: .795

Both teams have demonstrated outstanding performances throughout the season. Fremd’s impeccable home record of 13-0 showcases their dominance in familiar surroundings, while Huntley also performs admirably in away games, posting a 9-1 record. Both teams have excelled in conference play, with Fremd leading the charge with an undefeated conference record.

Team Scoring Averages

• Fremd:
  • Set 1: 23.8
  • Set 2: 24.2
  • Set 3: 21.1
  • Wins: 1.8
• Huntley:
  • Set 1: 24.3
  • Set 2: 23.8
  • Set 3: 21.0
  • Wins: 1.7

Both teams are known for their offensive power, with Fremd maintaining a slightly higher average in Set 2. The scoring consistency between both teams makes for an exciting matchup whenever they face each other.

Team Stats Comparison

The following statistics provide insight into each team’s overall performance:

• Fremd
  • Kills: 980
  • Total Blocks: 131
  • Serving Aces: 279
  • Digs: 978
  • Assists: 907
  • Receptions: 1242
• Huntley
  • Kills: 980
  • Total Blocks: 131
  • Serving Aces: 279
  • Digs: 978
  • Assists: 907
  • Receptions: 1242

Both teams are virtually tied in major categories, including kills, blocks, serving aces, digs, assists, and receptions. This parity makes for an exciting contest between two teams that match up so evenly.

Team Leaders

Each team boasts standout players who have contributed significantly to their success this season:

• Fremd
  • Kills Leader: #16 Georgia Watson (390 kills)
  • Total Blocks Leader: #7 Jocelyn Erling (74 blocks)
  • Serving Aces Leader: #9 Mari Rodriguez (53 aces)
  • Digs Leader: #3 Alexandria Goritz (272 digs)
  • Assists Leader: #5 Emily Ernst (324 assists)
  • Receptions Leader: #16 Georgia Watson (417 receptions)
• Huntley
  • Kills Leader: #51 Georgia Watson (390 kills)
  • Total Blocks Leader: #11 Jocelyn Erling (74 blocks)
  • Serving Aces Leader: #16 Mari Rodriguez (53 aces)
  • Digs Leader: #82 Alexandria Goritz (272 digs)
  • Assists Leader: #48 Emily Ernst (324 assists)
  • Receptions Leader: #84 Georgia Watson (417 receptions)

Georgia Watson, Jocelyn Erling, and Mari Rodriguez are standouts for both teams, with Watson leading both teams in kills and receptions. The numbers reflect the high level of competition between these two teams.

Common Opponents Comparison

Both teams have faced several common opponents this season, and their performances against these teams offer valuable insight into their capabilities.

• Fremd’s Record Against Common Opponents: 5-3
• Huntley’s Record Against Common Opponents: 7-2

Despite the difference in their win-loss records against common opponents, both teams have shown resilience and strength. Notably, both teams secured victories against Crystal Lake South, Glenbard West, and Cary-Grove, while Fremd struggled against Benet Academy and Libertyville.

Record Breakdown

Fremd

• Overall: 33-6
• League: 11-0
• Non-League: 3-2
• Head to Head: 0-0
• Home: 13-0
• Away: 8-2
• Neutral: 12-4
• Playoffs: 4-0

Huntley

• Overall: 31-8
• League: 16-2
• Non-League: 5-3
• Head to Head: 0-0
• Home: 10-3
• Away: 9-1
• Neutral: 12-4
• Playoffs: 4-0

Both teams have displayed dominance in their respective conferences and solid performances in non-league and playoff games.

Conclusion

As the 2024-2025 volleyball season progresses, Fremd and Huntley continue to set high standards in Illinois high school volleyball. Their impressive records, outstanding individual players, and head-to-head matchups ensure that both teams will remain serious contenders. Whether it’s Fremd’s perfect home record or Huntley’s consistency on the road, these teams bring a level of competitiveness and sportsmanship that excites fans and players alike. Keep an eye on these two teams as they continue to vie for supremacy this season!