The Kadoka (SD) varsity volleyball team will play a neutral-site playoff match against Burke (SD) today at 12:45 p.m. This game is part of the 2024 SDHSAA High School Volleyball Playoff Brackets for the Class B State Tournament in South Dakota.
Kadoka vs Burke Volleyball Game Info:
What: South Dakota High School Volleyball
Who: Kadoka vs Burke
When: Thursday, November 21, 2024
Time: 12:45 PM
Bracket: 2024 SDHSAA High School Volleyball Playoff Brackets (South Dakota) – 2024 Class B State Tournament
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Game preview: Kadoka vs Burke
As the 2024-2025 volleyball season continues to unfold, two teams from South Dakota, Burke and Kadoka, have been making waves in their respective leagues. Both programs have enjoyed impressive success, with nearly identical records and a strong showing in various statistics. Let’s take a deeper dive into their performances, team comparisons, and upcoming matchups.
Season Overview
Burke and Kadoka have both been dominant forces in South Dakota volleyball this season. Burke holds a 33-3 overall record, going an undefeated 6-0 in their region. Kadoka is not far behind with a 32-3 record, also going perfect in region play with a 7-0 mark. Both teams have shown a high level of consistency, with impressive records at home, away, and neutral sites.
Burke:
- Overall Record: 33-3
- Region Record: 6-0
- Home Record: 8-2
- Away Record: 10-1
- Neutral Record: 15-0
- Win %: .917
- Region %: 1.000
Kadoka:
- Overall Record: 32-3
- Region Record: 7-0
- Home Record: 8-0
- Away Record: 10-0
- Neutral Record: 14-3
- Win %: .914
- Region %: 1.000
Both teams have proven their mettle with near-perfect win percentages. Burke’s strength seems to lie in their impressive neutral-site performances, while Kadoka has dominated on the road, boasting a perfect 10-0 record away from home.
Team Scoring Averages
When comparing the scoring averages of both teams, the numbers are close but highlight slightly different playing styles.
Burke Scoring Averages:
- Set 1: 25.0
- Set 2: 24.4
- Set 3: 24.7
- Set 4: 25.0
- Set 5: 16.0
- Wins: 2.4
Kadoka Scoring Averages:
- Set 1: 24.1
- Set 2: 24.1
- Set 3: 24.5
- Set 4: 25.0
- Wins: 2.3
Burke has been more consistent across the first four sets, with an impressive 25.0 point average in both the first and fourth sets. Kadoka has a more evenly distributed scoring output but still manages a strong showing, particularly in the latter sets.
Team Stats Comparison
Both teams bring a lot of talent to the court, with impressive stats across a variety of categories. Let’s break down some of the key stats:
| Stat | Burke | Kadoka |
|---|---|---|
| Kills | 1167 | – |
| Total Blocks | 151 | – |
| Serving Aces | 307 | – |
| Digs | 1540 | – |
| Assists | 1004 | – |
| Receptions | 1034 | – |
Burke’s statistical dominance is clear, especially in kills (1167) and digs (1540), both of which indicate a strong defensive and offensive balance. Kadoka has been similarly efficient but lacks specific individual numbers to match up against Burke’s totals.
Individual Team Leaders
Both teams feature standout players who have had exceptional individual performances:
Burke Leaders:
- Kills: #18 Emmie Hausmann – 339
- Total Blocks: #29 Paige Bull – 114
- Serving Aces: #18 Emmie Hausmann – 83
- Digs: #10 Kyrie Matucha – 438
- Assists: #17 Ava Sargent – 404
- Receptions: #10 Kyrie Matucha – 407
Kadoka Leaders:
Kadoka’s individual leaders are not listed in the data, but players like Kyrie Matucha of Burke certainly set a high standard for both teams.
Common Opponents
Both teams have faced a few of the same opponents this season, and their results showcase how closely matched the two teams are.
Burke vs. Common Opponents:
- 10/26/24: Burke defeated Parkston 2-0 (away)
- 10/29/24: Burke defeated Parkston 3-0 (home)
- 11/12/24: Burke defeated Harding County 3-0 (home)
Kadoka vs. Common Opponents:
- 11/12/24: Kadoka defeated Parkston 3-1 (away)
- 10/5/24: Kadoka defeated Harding County 2-0 (home)
Burke has a perfect 3-0 record against their common opponents, while Kadoka is 2-0. Both teams have displayed strong performances in their head-to-head matchups against shared rivals.
Record Breakdown: Head-to-Head
While neither team has faced off yet this season, both have posted identical records against common opponents, further cementing the notion that these two teams are near equals in terms of performance.
- Burke: 3-0 vs. common opponents
- Kadoka: 2-0 vs. common opponents
In-State and Out-of-State Records
Both teams have performed admirably in-state, with each holding a 31-3 record against South Dakota teams. However, Burke’s lone out-of-state win adds an edge to their profile, as they’ve proven their ability to perform beyond state lines.
Conclusion
As we approach the latter stages of the season, both Burke and Kadoka are in prime position for success. With their perfect region records and strong overall performances, the two teams could meet in a postseason showdown, promising an exciting and closely contested match. With standout individual players and impressive team stats, both squads are sure to be a force to reckon with as the season progresses.
