The Lutheran (Parker, CO) varsity volleyball team is set to play a neutral playoff match against Mead (Longmont, CO) today at 9:30 a.m. This game is part of the 2024 CHSAA State Volleyball Championships – Class 4A tournament.

Lutheran vs Mead Volleyball Game Info:

What: Colorado High School Volleyball
Who: Lutheran vs Mead
When: Saturday, November 16, 2024
Time: 9:30 AM
Bracket: 2024 CHSAA State Volleyball Championships – Class 4A
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Game preview: Lutheran vs Mead

As the 2024-2025 high school volleyball season unfolds, the rivalry between the Mead Mavericks and the Lutheran Lions has captured the attention of volleyball fans across Colorado. Both teams have shown exceptional prowess, finishing the regular season with identical overall records of 19-9. However, when diving deeper into their statistics, game performances, and head-to-head records, intriguing differences emerge.

Team Records and Overall Performance

Mead Mavericks

• Overall Record: 19-9
• League Record: 11-2
• Home Record: 7-3
• Away Record: 7-2
• Neutral Record: 5-4
• Win Percentage: .679
• League Win Percentage: .846

Mead’s performance this season has been strong, particularly within their league where they posted an impressive 11-2 record. Their overall win percentage stands at .679, which reflects a solid season but leaves room for improvement when facing tougher competition.

Lutheran Lions

• Overall Record: 19-9
• League Record: 7-3
• Home Record: 6-3
• Away Record: 7-2
• Neutral Record: 6-4
• Win Percentage: .679
• League Win Percentage: .700

Lutheran also boasts a 19-9 record but has faced a slightly different challenge, especially with a 7-3 league record. Their overall win percentage is identical to Mead’s, but they hold a lower league win percentage of .700 compared to Mead’s .846, signaling more difficulty in league matchups.

Team Scoring and Statistical Comparisons

In terms of scoring, both teams exhibit strong attacking capabilities:

• Mead’s Average Scores:
  • Set 1: 23.0
  • Set 2: 22.6
  • Set 3: 23.5
  • Set 4: 21.0
  • Set 5: 12.3
  • Wins: 2.3
• Lutheran’s Average Scores:
  • Set 1: 22.8
  • Set 2: 22.9
  • Set 3: 22.8
  • Set 4: 23.5
  • Set 5: 14.7
  • Wins: 2.2

Both teams show balanced scoring, with Mead generally scoring slightly higher in the first three sets. Lutheran, however, has a higher scoring output in set 4 and slightly edges Mead with a marginally higher set 5 average.

Key Team Statistics Comparison

In terms of overall stats, Lutheran leads in many categories:

• Kills: Lutheran 1007 vs. Mead 871
• Total Blocks: Lutheran 163 vs. Mead 129
• Serving Aces: Lutheran 206 vs. Mead 205
• Digs: Lutheran 1324 vs. Mead 1038
• Assists: Lutheran 926 vs. Mead 738

The statistical advantage goes to Lutheran in most categories, especially in kills, blocks, and digs, which are key metrics for both defensive and offensive strength.

Player Performances

Mead’s Standout Players

• Hailey Hall: 314 Kills
• Elena Gomez: 34 Total Blocks
• Cailin Hall: 52 Serving Aces
• Alana Costello: 301 Digs
• Cailin Hall: 551 Assists
• Alana Costello: 385 Receptions

Lutheran’s Key Contributors

• Aubrey Harrington: 242 Kills
• Lucy Worrell: 81 Total Blocks
• Tatelyn Brandsma: 55 Serving Aces
• Lola Heimlicher: 321 Digs
• Tatelyn Brandsma: 494 Assists

Mead’s Hailey Hall has been a dominant force with 314 kills, leading her team in offensive contributions. Meanwhile, Lutheran’s Lucy Worrell and Tatelyn Brandsma stand out for their defensive and serving abilities, with Worrell securing 81 blocks and Brandsma leading in assists and aces.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced several of the same opponents this season, providing a clearer picture of their relative strengths:

• Mead’s Common Opponent Record: 2-3
• Lutheran’s Common Opponent Record: 6-1

Lutheran has had a significantly stronger performance against shared opponents, winning 6 out of 7 matchups, while Mead has won just 2 out of 5. The difference in results against common opponents, such as Palmer Ridge and Niwot, illustrates Lutheran’s ability to perform under similar conditions, which may give them the edge heading into the postseason.

Playoff Potential

Both teams have strong playoff records, with Mead posting a 4-1 record and Lutheran slightly behind at 4-2. Lutheran’s higher number of neutral-site victories could indicate a better ability to perform away from home, an advantage in the postseason where travel becomes a factor.

Conclusion

While Mead and Lutheran boast identical overall records, Lutheran’s edge in head-to-head matchups with common opponents, as well as superior statistical averages in several key areas, positions them as slight favorites. However, Mead’s strong league performance and notable individual players such as Hailey Hall could lead to an exciting postseason. Fans can expect these two teams to be highly competitive as they look ahead to the state playoffs.