Topping the VYPE DFW 5A preseason volleyball rankings is none other than the reigning state champions: Colleyville Heritage Lady Panthers. Looking forward to another great season, the Lady Panthers have everything it takes to repeat. Join us as we dive into their season last year and take a look at what’s to come!
REWIND
Posting only seven losses last season, Colleyville Heritage topped their year with a 3-1 victory over Frisco Reedy in the UIL State Volleyball Championship match. Before getting there, though, they went on an incredible 22-game win streak defeating the likes of Denton Guyer (3-0), V.R. Eaton (3-0), Richland (3-0), Birdville (3-0), Denton Ryan (3-0), and more.
Out of their 141 sets throughout the entire season, the Lady Panthers dropped only 27 sets combined against their opponents. Finishing at the top of their district standings with an undefeated 14-0 record and at the top of the state with a championship finish, the team is expected to hold strong again this upcoming season.
LOOKING AHEAD
With a strong leadership class returning in athletes like junior liber Sarah Mendoza, senior middle hitter Maddie Bird, junior outside hitter Grace Nichter, and more, the Lady Panthers are on the prowl for more victories. With a preseason schedule that will certainly prepare them for district play, Colleyville Heritage is ready to sharpen its claws.
The Lady Panthers opened their season with a 3-2 loss against a tough Southlake Carroll squad before posting a series of victories over Amarillo Tasco (2-0), Fort Worth Paschal (2-0), Midlothian (2-0), and more. With a 9-2 start in preseason play, Colleyville Heritage's next task is against VYPE DFW 6A number one ranked Highland Park on Tuesday, August 15th at home. Through preseason play, the team will work their way toward a district schedule that they are no strangers to. Fans can expect to see the Lady Panthers march into playoffs with ease for another incredible push.