The East Hardy High School varsity volleyball team (Baker, WV) will face off against Greenbrier West High School (Charmco, WV) in a neutral-site playoff match today at 11:00 AM. This game is part of the “2024 West Virginia High School Volleyball State Tournament – Class A.”
Greenbrier West vs East Hardy Volleyball Game Info:
What: West Virginia High School Volleyball
Who: Greenbrier West vs East Hardy
When: Tuesday, December 3, 2024
Time: 11 AM
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Game preview: Greenbrier West vs East Hardy
West Virginia’s high school volleyball scene has seen intense competition this season, with Greenbrier West and East Hardy standing out as two formidable teams. Here’s a detailed comparison of their performance, strengths, and areas of dominance, providing a snapshot of their respective seasons.
Team Performance Overview
Greenbrier West (24-25)
- Record: 30-15
- Win Percentage: .667
- Region Record: 2-1
- Home Record: 11-2
- Away Record: 10-7
- Neutral Record: 9-6
East Hardy (24-25)
- Record: 30-9
- Win Percentage: .769
- Region Record: 5-0
- Home Record: 13-3
- Away Record: 9-3
- Neutral Record: 8-3
While both teams have an identical number of matches played, East Hardy boasts a better overall record and regional dominance, with an undefeated 5-0 regional streak compared to Greenbrier West’s 2-1.
Statistical Comparison
| Category | Greenbrier West | East Hardy |
|---|---|---|
| Kills | 503 | 1135 |
| Total Blocks | 194 | 48 |
| Serving Aces | 185 | 345 |
| Digs | 1241 | 1721 |
| Assists | 464 | 1025 |
| Receptions | 728 | 1243 |
East Hardy demonstrates dominance in offensive stats, with significantly higher kills, assists, and serving aces. However, Greenbrier West outshines in blocking, showcasing defensive strength.
Individual Standouts
Greenbrier West
- Preslee Treadway (#2): 159 kills, 75 blocks
- Paige Dean (#1): 48 serving aces
- Megan Griffith (#3): 305 digs, 299 receptions
- Maddy Sweet (#13): 438 assists
East Hardy
- Morganne Miller (#2): 530 kills, 21 blocks
- Brooklynn Tinnell (#12): 103 serving aces, 495 assists
- Addison Armentrout (#5): 327 digs, 360 receptions
Morganne Miller stands out as East Hardy’s offensive powerhouse, contributing 530 kills, while Tinnell and Armentrout provide excellent support in assists and receptions.
Common Opponents
Both teams faced Jefferson and Hampshire, splitting results. Notably:
- Greenbrier West defeated Jefferson (2-1) but lost to Hampshire (2-0).
- East Hardy lost to Jefferson in a tight 3-2 match but later won (2-0) and also defeated Hampshire convincingly (2-0).
Scoring Averages
| Set | Greenbrier West | East Hardy |
|---|---|---|
| S1 | 22.8 | 23.2 |
| S2 | 22.6 | 23.5 |
| S3 | 21.0 | 23.3 |
| S4 | 24.7 | 23.0 |
| S5 | 7.0 | 12.5 |
East Hardy’s consistency across sets and stronger fifth-set performance reflect their ability to close out matches effectively.
Playoff and Regional Success
Both teams have a strong playoff record (2-0), but East Hardy’s perfect regional record (5-0) highlights their dominance within the league.
Conclusion
East Hardy emerges as the stronger team statistically, with a higher win percentage, more offensive firepower, and regional dominance. However, Greenbrier West’s defensive capabilities, particularly in blocking, should not be underestimated. With playoffs underway, both teams have demonstrated they are forces to be reckoned with in West Virginia high school volleyball.
