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Forney Volleyball drives forward with success
Dedication, focus, drive, and power are just some of the words that would describe the Forney Lady Jackrabbits volleyball squad. The team used every moment in their non-district scheduling as an opportunity to grow and continues to power through their district play this season. As they prepare for a rivalry match-up against Crandall on Friday night, VYPE DFW takes a look at how their season is going so far:
So Far
Going 20-7 in non-district play, the Lady Jackrabbits set themselves up for success from an early start. Opening the season with a six-win streak, Forney was able to secure statement victories over tough opponents like Mesquite Horn (3-2), Denton Braswell (2-1), Princeton (3-1), North Forney (2-0), and others. Using each loss to grow and learn, the Jackrabbits have even powered through their toughest moments in order to bounce back with poise and resiliency.
Through district play so far, Forney has not allowed a single set to be won against them. Shutting out Red Oak, Ennis, Corsicana, Lancaster, and Terrell, the Lady Jackrabbits are paving a comfortable path through their district schedule. Kylie Rodriguez, Mia Santos, Sydney Davis, Izzi Shemberger, Sam Wojtowicz, Arianna Reyna, and others help lead this squad to success in each game. Santos currently has 73 aces to her name on the season while Davis and Shemberger lead the team in blocks with a combined 128 blocks. Rodriguez averages nearly four kills per set.
Moving Forward
Up next for Forney is an away game against the Crandall Lady Pirates (13-9, 2-2) on Friday, September 29th beginning at 5:30 p.m.. Last season, both times the Lady Jackrabbits faced off against Crandall, they posted sweeps. This season, Forney looks to continue their hot streak against Crandall. Through the rest of district play, the team's biggest challenge will come in an October 6th pairing with Red Oak. Having already faced them with a shut-out victory, fans shouldn't be too worried about the matchup.
Expecting another season in which they dominate over their district opponents, Forney fans can anticipate a strong run toward the playoffs.
District Preview: Forney Volleyball geared up for success
The Forney Jackrabbits volleyball team has been rolling through their non-district schedule; proving to fans and opponents alike that they are ready to do whatever it takes to get right back to where they were last season-- if not further. Forney has been having incredible victories as they look to begin their district schedule next week!
Non-District So Far
The team has posted a 19-5 record in non-district play so far. Opening their season with six consecutive victories, fans got a glimpse of the team being right back at it from the start this season. Dropping only five matches so far, it's clear that the Jackrabbits are geared up for success already. Focusing on each set at a time, Forney is poised and ready at any given moment. Posting big victories over the likes of Princeton (3-1), Garland Naaman Forest (2-0), Lewisville (2-0), North Mesquite (2-0), Aubrey (2-0), and most recently, North Forney (3-0), the team has beaten their opponents by a combined 29 sets this season.
What To Expect
Led by Hannah Starwalt, Kylie Rodriguez, Arianna Reyna, Mia Santos, Katie Boyle, Mabry Spain, Addison Smith, Izzi Shemberger, Ryann Jones, Sam Wojtowicz, McKenzie Eddington, and more on the court this season, the Jackrabbits can be expected to have a strong season like last year. Staring down the last of their non-district opponents, it can be expected that Forney finishes their non-district schedule strong in a revenge match against DeSoto and a matchup against Tyler Legacy.
Opening district play in front of a home crowd on September 8th, Forney can be expected to bring the action against Red Oak. Looking to start district play on a high-note and ready to defend their house and their district title, fans can expect the Jackrabbits to play with a high IQ of the game and a fast-paced style of scoring. Looking to shutdown any opponent that stands in their way of the playoffs, Forney is ready to secure another strong season this year!