The Glen Allen Jaguars (16-4, VA) varsity volleyball team will face off against the Grassfield Grizzlies (15-7, Chesapeake, VA) in a home playoff match today at 6 p.m. This game is part of the 2024 VHSL Girls Volleyball Region A, Class 6 tournament.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: Virginia High School Volleyball
Who: Glen Allen vs Grassfield
When: Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Time: 6:00 PM
Bracket: 2024 VHSL Girls Volleyball Region Brackets (Virginia) – Class 6 Region A
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Game preview: Glen Allen vs Grassfield

As the 2024-2025 high school volleyball season heats up, two teams stand out in their respective regions: Grassfield and Glen Allen. Both teams have had strong seasons, with impressive win percentages, but the comparison reveals some interesting contrasts and head-to-head dynamics.

Record Overview:

• Grassfield has an overall record of 15-7, boasting a .682 win percentage. Within their region, they’ve excelled with a 12-3 record and an impressive .800 region win percentage. Their success has been largely driven by their performance at home (6-2) and on the road (9-5).
• Glen Allen has been slightly more dominant with a 16-4 record and a .800 win percentage overall. They’ve been even more formidable in their region, sitting at 9-2, and show a strong .818 region win percentage. Their away record is notably strong at 10-2, while they’ve maintained a 6-2 record at home.

Team Scoring Averages: Both teams are scoring at impressive rates:

• Grassfield averages 24.1 points in the first set, dropping to 15.3 in the fifth, a clear sign of consistent performance but a slight drop-off in later sets.
• Glen Allen averages similarly strong numbers, with 24.0 points in the first set, but they maintain a consistent scoring pace in later sets, with 15.0 in the fifth.

Key Team Stats Comparison: Looking at the key stats for both teams shows where their strengths lie:

• Grassfield has accumulated 787 kills, 113 total blocks, and 281 serving aces this season, leading the way with solid defense and offensive execution. They also boast 1185 digs, showing their ability to dig deep in tight matches.
• Glen Allen, on the other hand, excels with 1216 receptions, indicating a strong passing and receiving game. While their kill, block, and ace totals are not provided in the data, their reception and assist numbers highlight their overall control of the ball.

Individual Leaders:

• Grassfield is led by Benisa Moore, who tops the team with 226 kills, 46 serving aces, and 206 digs. Moore also leads with 343 receptions. Her versatility and all-around contributions make her a standout performer for the team.
• Glen Allen features a strong presence in Landyn Smith, who has accumulated 536 assists, highlighting his pivotal role in orchestrating the offense.

Common Opponents Breakdown: Both teams faced Deep Run and Cosby, with differing results:

• Grassfield defeated Deep Run twice (3-1 on August 30 and 3-2 on November 7) and triumphed over Cosby 3-1 on November 4.
• Glen Allen, however, struggled against Deep Run, losing both encounters (3-0 on September 12 and October 17), while they defeated Cosby 3-0 on September 26.

Head-to-Head Matchup: While Grassfield and Glen Allen have yet to face each other this season, their common opponent records provide a glimpse into how they might fare. Grassfield’s clean sweep against Deep Run and Cosby shows they are in form, but Glen Allen’s stronger performance against Cosby (a 3-0 win) suggests they too have the capabilities to perform well.

Record Breakdown Comparison:

• Both teams have strong league records: Grassfield’s 12-3 record within their league contrasts slightly with Glen Allen’s 9-2, but the latter’s performance in non-league play has been more dominant at 5-2 versus Grassfield’s 1-4.
• Both teams have proven themselves on neutral ground, with Grassfield holding a 2-0 playoff record, while Glen Allen’s success is seen with an identical 2-0 record.

Conclusion: As the season progresses, Grassfield and Glen Allen have positioned themselves as formidable opponents in the state. Grassfield, with their solid regional performance and standout players like Benisa Moore, has proven they can compete at a high level. Meanwhile, Glen Allen’s stronger overall record and impressive assist distribution under Landyn Smith make them a team to watch. This matchup promises to be an exciting one, with both teams looking to continue their successful runs and perhaps meet head-to-head in the playoffs.