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VOLLEYBALL PLAYOFFS: Seven Lakes, Katy advance to Regional Quarters
Nov 24, 2020
KATY – Seven Lakes was not about to relive the disappointment of 2019.
A year after being ousted in the second round in a three-set sweep by eventual Region III Finalist Cy-Fair, the Spartans flipped the script sweeping a Cypress Creek out of the playoffs 3-0 (25-14, 25-20, 25-16).
"It's so much fun, it's our senior year and we're leaving it all on the court," Nebraska-signee Ally Batenhorst, who finished with 22 kills and three aces, said. "Do as best we can and it's super fun."
VYPE Postgame: Caught up with @7LakesVBnews senior and @Huskervball signee @allybatenhorstt after the win. Seven Lakes on to the third round for the third time in her HS career. She had 22 kills today & 3 aces per @densilva2 #txhsvb @caseyybate @KatyISDAthletic pic.twitter.com/y43eQRwMuW
— vypehouston (@vypehouston) November 24, 2020
The win improved Seven Lakes to 21-1 on the 2020 campaign and the Spartans move on to face the winner of Cinco Ranch-Cy-Fair in the Regional Quarterfinals later this week.
<p>"Cy Creek is a balanced team and we're excited we're able to advance," Seven Lakes coach Amy Cataline said. "We played really clean today. I'm really proud of how we played."</p><div class="rm-embed embed-media"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">SET 3: <a href="https://twitter.com/7LakesVBnews?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@7LakesVBnews</a> takes the third set from <a href="https://twitter.com/CyCreekVBall?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CyCreekVBall</a> 25-16 to win the match 3-0 (25-14, 25-20, 25-16) and move on to the third round. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/txhsvb?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#txhsvb</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/KatyISDAthletic?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@KatyISDAthletic</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/allybatenhorstt?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@allybatenhorstt</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/caseyybate?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@caseyybate</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Mayowaolibale?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Mayowaolibale</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/katyisd?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@katyisd</a> <a href="https://t.co/FNxk8C3nys">pic.twitter.com/FNxk8C3nys</a><br>— vypehouston (@vypehouston) <a href="https://twitter.com/vypehouston/status/1331028905457840129?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 24, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async="" charset="utf-8" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script></div><p>This has been an odd year for Seven Lakes.<br></p><p>Following a 3-1 District 19-6A victory over Katy on October 16, the program had to stop playing games and practicing due to COVID-19. </p><p>On November 7, Seven Lakes started playing again with a doubleheader and would eventually play five matches in the span of a week, going 4-1 in that stretch. Since their 3-1 loss to Tompkins on November 14, Seven Lakes is 3-0, including a sweep over 2019 Class 4A State Champion Fulshear. </p><p><ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:block" data-ad-client="ca-pub-9787720712654893" data-ad-slot="8738871937" data-ad-format="auto" data-full-width-responsive="true"></ins>
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</script></p><p>"It's been a challenging year for every team, especially ours," Cataline said. "It's never advantageous to sit for two and a half weeks when you're in the middle of a season. So, it's definitely an obstacle and I'm proud of how they overcame it."</p><div class="rm-embed embed-media"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">VYPE Postgame: Caught up with <a href="https://twitter.com/7LakesVBnews?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@7LakesVBnews</a> coach Amy Cataline after the win. Her team improves to 21-1 on the year after the sweep. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/txhsvb?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#txhsvb</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/allybatenhorstt?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@allybatenhorstt</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/caseyybate?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@caseyybate</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/KatyISDAthletic?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@KatyISDAthletic</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/katyisd?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@katyisd</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/KPRC2RandyMc?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@KPRC2RandyMc</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Mayowaolibale?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Mayowaolibale</a> <a href="https://t.co/FUJz6JhnXd">pic.twitter.com/FUJz6JhnXd</a><br>— vypehouston (@vypehouston) <a href="https://twitter.com/vypehouston/status/1331032459945930754?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 24, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async="" charset="utf-8" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script></div><p>Seven Lakes will try and reach the Regional III-6A Tournament for the third time in the last four years with a win later this week. <br></p><p><strong></strong><strong>Powered by Key and Company, Katy moves on with 3-0 Sweep of Bellaire</strong></p><p><strong></strong>It has been a while since the Katy volleyball program has advanced to three-straight Regional Quarterfinals matches.</p><p>In fact, the current seniors for the Tigers were just being born. </p><p>With a 3-0 (25-20, 25-20, 25-22) of Bellaire on Monday night at the Merrell Center, Katy (18-3) advanced to the Regional Quarterfinals for the third-straight year marking the first time the program has done that since the 2000-2002 seasons. </p><p>"Our kids did a really good job tonight," Katy coach Karen Paxton said. "I think they executed the gameplan. Offensively, Perris Key had a big match. I think Jordan Gamble did a great job for us tonight. I think our other supporting cast, Reghan Jones, Abby Sherman, Maddie Waak did a great job. I think our defense picked up a lot of balls as well, Hannah Hoover had a great match at libero. Really proud of the kids." </p><p><ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:block" data-ad-client="ca-pub-9787720712654893" data-ad-slot="8738871937" data-ad-format="auto" data-full-width-responsive="true"></ins>
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</script></p><div class="rm-embed embed-media"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">VYPE Postgame: <a href="https://twitter.com/katyvball20?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@katyvball20</a> coach Karen Paxton talks with VYPE after the 3-0 sweep of Bellaire. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/txhsvb?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#txhsvb</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/katyisd?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@katyisd</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/KatyISDAthletic?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@KatyISDAthletic</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/MaddieWaak?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MaddieWaak</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/KeyPerris?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@KeyPerris</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/jordangambletx?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@jordangambletx</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hannahelisabe?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@hannahelisabe</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/KatyHighSchool?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@KatyHighSchool</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/KatyHSPrincipal?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@KatyHSPrincipal</a> <a href="https://t.co/u00JTVcx9A">pic.twitter.com/u00JTVcx9A</a><br>— vypehouston (@vypehouston) <a href="https://twitter.com/vypehouston/status/1331064962521952260?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 24, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async="" charset="utf-8" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script></div><p>If Katy can win later this week over either Memorial or George Ranch, the Tigers will be in the Regional Tournament for the first time in 12 seasons.<br></p><p>The combination of Perris Key, Jordan Gamble and Maddy Chaapel proved to be too much for Bellaire (16-6) to handle, especially in the second set when it seemed like every player on the court for Katy was getting a kill. </p><p>"I felt like in the second set we really stepped it up energy wise," Key said. "When we, especially as a team, step up energy wise it contributes to hitting. So, I think having that energy is a good balance for us." </p><div class="rm-embed embed-media"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">SET 3: <a href="https://twitter.com/katyvball20?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@katyvball20</a> takes the third set 25-22 over <a href="https://twitter.com/BellaireHigh?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BellaireHigh</a> to win the match 3-0 (25-20, 25-20, 25-22). Perks Key, Maddie Waak, Mary Chappel, Jordan Gamble all impressive. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/txhsvb?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#txhsvb</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/KatyISDAthletic?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@KatyISDAthletic</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/MaddieWaak?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MaddieWaak</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hannahelisabe?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@hannahelisabe</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/jordangambletx?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@jordangambletx</a> <a href="https://t.co/tY469rYI0y">pic.twitter.com/tY469rYI0y</a><br>— vypehouston (@vypehouston) <a href="https://twitter.com/vypehouston/status/1331059118661046273?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 24, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async="" charset="utf-8" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script></div><p>As far as their goals, Key went on to say the goal for the team is "Play in December". <br></p><p>To do that, Katy would have to reach at least the Regional Semifinals, which the program hasn't done since 2008. </p><p><ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:block" data-ad-client="ca-pub-9787720712654893" data-ad-slot="8738871937" data-ad-format="auto" data-full-width-responsive="true"></ins>
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</script></p><p>"For us to still be going it's a great feeling," Key said. </p><div class="rm-embed embed-media"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">VYPE Player of the Match: <a href="https://twitter.com/katyvball20?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@katyvball20</a> senior OH <a href="https://twitter.com/KeyPerris?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@KeyPerris</a> (<a href="https://twitter.com/UTRGV_vball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@UTRGV_vball</a> commit) talks with VYPE after the win. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/txhsvb?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#txhsvb</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/MaddieWaak?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MaddieWaak</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/KatyISDAthletic?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@KatyISDAthletic</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/katyisd?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@katyisd</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/jordangambletx?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@jordangambletx</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hannahelisabe?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@hannahelisabe</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/KatyHSPrincipal?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@KatyHSPrincipal</a> <a href="https://t.co/z3cozFejYG">pic.twitter.com/z3cozFejYG</a><br>— vypehouston (@vypehouston) <a href="https://twitter.com/vypehouston/status/1331065415590678532?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 24, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async="" charset="utf-8" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js"></script></div>
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St. Agnes Fights To The Finish; Falls Just Short Of Back-To-Back State Crowns
Nov 22, 2020
Fans enjoyed the latest chapter of the longstanding Houston vs. Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex rivalry at New Braunfels Christian Academy. It occurred on the night of Saturday November 21, 2020 and featured Argyle Liberty Christian School and Houston St. Agnes Academy in an instant classic TAPPS 6A state championship match at Texas' highest private school volleyball stage.
<p>Houston St. Agnes Academy ultimately lost to Argyle Liberty Christian School in five sets, but it's thankful for the driving force that helped it reach the season's final game.<br></p><p>"We're a really close team," said Houston St. Agnes Academy senior and 2021 Iowa commit Toyosi Onabanjo. "And I'm just happy I was able to fight to the end with them."</p><div id="2ec09" class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="de8e1cd14820aa062470f967cd259f5b"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet twitter-custom-tweet" data-twitter-tweet-id="1330354546342768642" data-partner="rebelmouse"><div style="margin:1em 0">TAPPS 6A Volleyball State: Houston St. Agnes Academy fell short in 5-set battle w/Argyle Liberty Christian School.… https://t.co/ZPrzzZUkSl</div> — vypehouston (@vypehouston)<a href="https://twitter.com/vypehouston/statuses/1330354546342768642">1606016215.0</a></blockquote></div><p>Houston St. Agnes Academy entered the volleyball match as the defending state champ, but it took the Tigers some time to warm up. Argyle Liberty Christian School took advantage by scoring the first three points of the opening set and taking a 9-4 lead a few minutes later. The Warriors later held off Houston St. Agnes Academy 25-22 in the first frame after a late surge flipped the score from 21-15 to 22 all.</p><p>Argyle Liberty Christian School tried to top that success in the second set, but Houston St. Agnes Academy bounced back to tie the match. The Warriors took early leads at 4-1 and 9-7, but the Tigers answered with a 7-0 stretch that gave them a 14-9 advantage. The Warriors did storm back with a 10-5 surge that tied the set at 19, but a kill by Sophie Agee gave the Houston team the late period lead and a key block helped tie the match with an identical 25-22 score.</p><p><ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:block" data-ad-client="ca-pub-9787720712654893" data-ad-slot="8738871937" data-ad-format="auto" data-full-width-responsive="true"></ins>
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</script></p><p>Houston St. Agnes Academy rode the wave of momentum and overcame tests in the third frame. First, the Tigers used a 5-2 run to flip a 4-3 deficit to a 8-6 lead. Then, they answered the tied score at eight with a 14-6 run that made it a 22-14 set. And after the Warriors recorded a 6-0 rally that cut the lead to 22-20, the Tigers hung on for a 25-21 result after Onabanjo's kill and Agee's block resulted in two important points late.</p><p>Argyle Liberty Christian School may have trailed in the match, but it wasn't worried about the deficit. It ultimately won the final two sets to complete the comeback. The Warriors started to change the direction of the game when it produced an 18-7 run and a 25-14 win after an early 7-7 battle in the fourth set.</p><p><ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:block" data-ad-client="ca-pub-9787720712654893" data-ad-slot="8738871937" data-ad-format="auto" data-full-width-responsive="true"></ins>
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</script></p><p>Then, it was time for the match's decisive fifth set. Luckily for fans in the stands, they had a lot to cheer about because the teams saved the best for last. Late in the frame, the score was knotted up at 9, 10, 11 and 13. Argyle Liberty Christian School then put its foot on the gas pedal to take the lead for good at 14-13 and hung on when Agee sent her kill attempt out of bounds.</p><p>"I told them in the fifth set, we went down battling, we went down fighting [and] we took the big swing," Houston St. Agnes Academy varsity volleyball coach Cydryce McMillian said of the message to her players after the match.</p><p>"That's what I ask of them," she continued. "It's always to compete, always to battle and play to win. I think we did that. At the end of it, it was a tight game. They were up, we came back and we fought. It didn't go at the end the way we wanted it, but the journey has been worth the ride. It's been fun with these girls. They've really committed and sacrificed a lot this year. I'm so proud of this team."</p><p><ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:block" data-ad-client="ca-pub-9787720712654893" data-ad-slot="8738871937" data-ad-format="auto" data-full-width-responsive="true"></ins>
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</script></p><p>That hard work and dedication paid off in two notable ways. First, Houston St. Agnes Academy finished as the 2020 TAPPS 6A volleyball state runner-up. Then, four of its players (Toyosi Onabanjo, Sophie Agee, Brooke Middleton and Kendall Harris) were named to the 2020 TAPPS all-tournament team.</p><p><strong>For more sports coverage, follow Thomas (@Texan8thGen </strong><strong>Facebook/Instagram/Twitter) and VYPE (VYPE Texas </strong><strong>Facebook and @VYPEHouston</strong><strong><strong><strong> Instagram/</strong></strong></strong><strong><strong><strong>Twitter</strong></strong></strong><strong>) on social media.</strong></p><p>Looking to get more involved? Check out ShopVYPE for fresh gear that supports local schools and the VYPE U Ambassador Program. To sign up for the VYPE U Program, apply at VYPEU.com.</p>
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