The Mt. Vernon/Plankinton (Mt. Vernon, SD) varsity volleyball team will play a neutral playoff match against Winner (SD) today at 11 a.m. This game is part of the 2024 SDHSAA High School Volleyball Playoff Brackets for the 2024 Class A State Tournament in South Dakota.

Winner vs Mt. Vernon/Plankinton Volleyball Game Info:

What: South Dakota High School Girls Volleyball
Who: Winner vs Mt. Vernon/Plankinton
When: Saturday, November 23, 2024
Time: 11 a.m.
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Game preview: Winner vs Mt. Vernon/Plankinton

As the 2024-2025 volleyball season intensifies, one matchup has volleyball fans buzzing: Winner (SD) vs. Mt. Vernon/Plankinton (SD). With both teams boasting impressive records, this exciting rivalry has already yielded some thrilling performances and promises more action in their upcoming neutral playoff match.

Team Overview

• Winner (SD)
  Record: 25-8 overall, 1-0 in region play
  Home: 9-2, Away: 8-2, Neutral: 8-4
  Win %: .758, Region %: 1.000
  Key Players:
  • Keelie Kuil – 301 Kills
  • Cora Moss – 51 Serving Aces, 382 Digs, 373 Receptions
  • Gracie Root – 772 Assists
• Mt. Vernon/Plankinton (SD)
  Record: 28-7 overall, 6-0 in region play
  Home: 10-1, Away: 7-2, Neutral: 11-4
  Win %: .800, Region %: 1.000
  Key Players:
  • No. 13 Tessa Sieh – 43 Total Blocks
  • No. 10 Cora Moss – 16 Serving Aces, 83 Digs, 86 Receptions

Recent Head-to-Head Results

The rivalry between Winner and Mt. Vernon/Plankinton has been fierce, with Mt. Vernon/Plankinton emerging victorious in recent encounters.

• Oct 3rd Match:
  Mt. Vernon/Plankinton defeated Winner in a non-conference match with a 3-0 scoreline.
  Set Scores:
  • Mt. Vernon/Plankinton: 25-11, 27-25, 25-20
  • Winner: 11-25, 25-27, 20-25
• Oct 26th Match (Neutral Tournament):
  In a neutral tournament match, Mt. Vernon/Plankinton triumphed again, winning 2-0.
  Set Scores:
  • Winner: 23-25, 24-26
  • Mt. Vernon/Plankinton: 25-23, 26-24

Match Preview: Today’s Neutral Playoff

Both teams will square off once again today in a highly anticipated neutral playoff match at 11:00 AM. The match marks an opportunity for Winner to rebound after their previous losses and prove their resilience. Mt. Vernon/Plankinton, with a strong record and head-to-head advantage, will look to continue their dominance.

Team Comparison

Looking at the stats, both teams have been dominant in different aspects:

• Kills:
  Winner leads with 996 kills, showcasing their offensive firepower, while Mt. Vernon/Plankinton focuses on strong all-around play.
• Blocks:
  Mt. Vernon/Plankinton has 118 total blocks, highlighting their defensive strength, while Winner sits at a solid 43.
• Serving Aces:
  Winner’s Cora Moss has been a key contributor with 51 serving aces, but Mt. Vernon/Plankinton’s team as a whole is close behind with solid serving efforts.
• Digs and Assists:
  Winner’s Gracie Root leads in assists with 772, while both teams boast solid defensive players, such as Moss’s 382 digs for Winner and 83 digs for Mt. Vernon/Plankinton.

Key Takeaways and Predictions

As the two teams prepare to face off once again, the stakes are high. Winner, with their solid home and away performance, will aim to use their offensive firepower to challenge the well-rounded and defensively strong Mt. Vernon/Plankinton. With both teams undefeated in region play, today’s game will be crucial in determining their playoff seeding.

Despite Mt. Vernon/Plankinton’s recent dominance in the series, Winner is not to be counted out, especially with star players like Keelie Kuil and Gracie Root leading the charge. The outcome of this neutral playoff match will have significant implications for the remainder of their seasons.

Stay tuned for more updates as these two teams continue their thrilling rivalry!