The Tok Wolverines (1-6) varsity volleyball team will host the Glennallen Panthers (20-23) in a home conference match on Tuesday, November 12, at 5:00 p.m.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: Alaska High School Volleyball
Who: Tok vs Glennallen
When: Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Time: 5:00 PM
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Game preview: Tok vs Glennallen

The Glennallen Panthers and Tok Wolverines varsity volleyball teams are set to face off in another conference showdown on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at Tok High School. This matchup follows two previous games in which Glennallen decisively defeated Tok, but the Wolverines will look to put up a stronger performance in their home setting. Here’s an in-depth look at the teams’ records, performance metrics, and previous matchups to preview what’s to come.

Team Performance: Season Overview

Glennallen Panthers (24-25)

• Overall Record: 20-23
• Conference Record: 3-0
• Home: 7-3
• Away: 3-6
• Win Percentage: .465
• Conference Win Percentage: 1.000

The Panthers are currently ranked 65th in the Alaska state class and have shown resilience and consistency throughout the season, especially in conference play, where they hold an undefeated 3-0 record. Glennallen’s ability to adapt on the road will be tested, as their away record stands at 3-6, significantly lower than their strong 7-3 record at home.

Tok Wolverines (24-25)

• Overall Record: 1-6
• Conference Record: 1-1
• Home: 1-0
• Away: 0-1
• Win Percentage: .143
• Conference Win Percentage: .500

Ranked 83rd in the Alaska state class, the Wolverines have struggled this season, managing only a single win out of seven games. While they have a perfect record at home (1-0), the Wolverines have yet to prove themselves consistently in conference matchups and will be looking to shake off earlier losses against Glennallen.

Head-to-Head Recap

The teams have already met twice this season, with Glennallen emerging as the clear victor in both encounters:

1. October 18, 2024: Glennallen defeated Tok 1-0 in a tournament setting. The Panthers’ defense held the Wolverines to just 22 points, while Glennallen managed 25 to secure the win.
2. October 22, 2024: In a regular conference game, Glennallen won 3-0 with set scores of 25-7, 25-19, and 25-20. This match demonstrated Glennallen’s dominance over Tok, especially in the first set, where they scored 18 points more than their opponents.

Scoring Averages and Set Breakdown

• Glennallen: The Panthers’ scoring averages across sets are 20.3 (S1), 21.6 (S2), 15.4 (S3), and 25.0 (S4), indicating a strong finishing ability in the fourth set, with a near one-win rate per game on average.
• Tok: Tok’s set scores average 14.4 (S1), 19.0 (S2), and 20.0 (S3), suggesting their best chance at competitiveness is in the third set, but overall their lower average points reflect the challenges they face.

Common Opponents

Both Glennallen and Tok have played against mutual opponents, which provides insight into their competitive standing:

• Glennallen: Holds a 7-9 record against common opponents, with wins over Tri-Valley and Nenana, but struggled against Cordova and Lumen Christi.
• Tok: Has a 1-4 record against the same common opponents, having won only against Nenana.

Matchup Outlook

Glennallen comes into this game with the confidence of their previous victories and a strong conference record. Their superior scoring average and defensive performance in past matchups give them an edge. However, the Wolverines will have the advantage of playing on their home court, where they hope to improve upon their lone season win and deliver a competitive showing.

With a robust lineup and steady momentum, the Panthers are favored to come away with another win, but the Wolverines will be aiming to capitalize on any opportunities to shift the game’s rhythm and potentially turn the tables. Fans can expect an exciting match on November 12 as Tok strives to break Glennallen’s winning streak.