The Keller (TX) varsity volleyball team will play a neutral playoff match against Plano East (Plano, TX) today at 7 p.m. at Hebron High School. This game is part of the 2024 UIL Texas Volleyball State Championships – 2024 Volleyball Conference 6A Division 1 tournament.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: Texas High School Volleyball
Who: Plano East vs Keller
When: Today, November 11, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 UIL Texas Volleyball State Championships – 2024 Volleyball Conference 6A D1
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Game preview: Plano East vs Keller

As the 2024-2025 high school volleyball season heats up, two powerhouse teams in Texas—Plano East and Keller—are dominating their respective leagues. With impressive records and strong individual performances, both teams are set to make a deep run in the postseason. Let’s take a closer look at their stats, head-to-head matchups, and what makes these teams stand out this season.

Record Breakdown

Both Plano East and Keller have been stellar throughout the regular season, racking up impressive win percentages and a collection of victories. Plano East holds a record of 33-8 overall and 14-2 in district play, while Keller boasts an even better overall record of 29-4, also finishing 14-2 in district. Both teams show incredible consistency, winning nearly 80% of their matches.

• Plano East:
  • Overall Record: 33-8
  • District Record: 14-2
  • Home Record: 8-2
  • Away Record: 9-2
  • Neutral Record: 16-4
  • Win %: .805
  • District %: .875
• Keller:
  • Overall Record: 29-4
  • District Record: 14-2
  • Home Record: 11-1
  • Away Record: 10-2
  • Neutral Record: 8-1
  • Win %: .879
  • District %: .875

Both teams are undefeated against common opponents this season, with Plano East holding a 4-0 record and Keller posting a 2-0 record. This speaks to their strength, especially when facing teams such as Prosper and Rock Hill.

Team Stat Comparison

When comparing key stats, both teams are relatively evenly matched, though Keller leads in some categories, such as serving aces and total blocks.

• Kills: Plano East – 1439, Keller – 1408
• Total Blocks: Plano East – 175, Keller – 151
• Serving Aces: Plano East – 184, Keller – 211
• Digs: Plano East – 1877, Keller – 1871
• Assists: Plano East – 1356, Keller – 1343
• Receptions: Plano East – 1718, Keller – 1511

Both teams have a great defensive setup, with Plano East slightly ahead in total digs and receptions, while Keller excels in serving aces. These small differences in stats show how both teams leverage their strengths—Plano East’s ability to receive and dig, and Keller’s offensive power, especially with serving.

Team Leaders

Each team has standout players who have made significant contributions this season. For Plano East, Simone Heard has been a force with 705 kills and 34 serving aces. Dakota Huynh has also impressed with 550 digs, and Megan Nguyen leads in assists with 495. These three players have been critical to Plano East’s success this year.

Keller’s standout performer is Carley Wright, who has 335 kills, leading her team’s offensive charge. Lauren Scheiden is an all-around defensive presence with 423 digs, while Anna Flores has contributed significantly in both serving aces (64) and assists (907). Maddie Winkler rounds out the leadership group with 392 receptions, providing stability in the back row.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced common opponents, showcasing their consistency against tough competition. Plano East defeated Prosper and Rock Hill with a clean 4-0 record. Keller also won their matchups against Prosper and Rock Hill, but with a slightly smaller sample size of 2-0.

• Plano East vs. Prosper: 3-0 (Sept 6, 2024, Away), 3-0 (Oct 8, 2024, Home)
• Keller vs. Prosper: 2-0 (Aug 29, 2024, Home)
• Plano East vs. Rock Hill: 3-0 (Sept 17, 2024, Home), 3-0 (Oct 18, 2024, Away)
• Keller vs. Rock Hill: 3-0 (Aug 16, 2024, Home)

These results illustrate both teams’ dominance when facing common competition, a strong indicator of their potential for the rest of the season.

Conclusion

Plano East and Keller have been two of the most consistent teams in Texas this season, both ranking among the top in their districts and with strong showings in non-district play. Their records and stats reveal two highly skilled teams, each with standout players and unique strengths. As the season progresses, expect these two teams to remain contenders for the state title, with their incredible depth and talent propelling them toward the postseason.

Whether it’s Plano East’s solid defense or Keller’s strong offensive push, both teams are set for an exciting finish to the season, and their upcoming matchups will certainly be ones to watch.