Decatur Volleyball
Decatur volleyball is gearing up for another strong season after posting back-to-back UIL Class 4A State Title victories. As the team prepares to begin summer workouts to enter preseason strong, VYPE DFW lays out just what fans can expect from this strong team!
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A Look Back
Last season, the Decatur Lady Eagles posted an incredible 12-0 district record (37-8 overall) to finish at the top of their district. The team dropped only 21 sets against their opponents through the entire season and fought hard in playoffs to secure their second-straight state title.
After working their way through regular season play, the Lady Eagles entered playoffs strong- ready to shut down all of their opponents. Decatur defeated Fort Worth Western Hills, Glen Rose, Krum, Hereford, Argyle, and Bellville en route to the championship match. It was DFW against DFW, though as Decatur faced-off against a tough Celina program. Ultimately, Decatur posted a 3-0 shutout to take home the title.
Looking Ahead
The team is a strong team that can build off of their success each season. With two consecutive championships under their belts, the Lady Eagles are going to strive for a third and fight until they have everything they want. With their preseason schedule set to begin against an incredibly strong Brock team followed by Stephenville, the team is set for a great return.
What To Expect
Fans can expect Decatur to play hard against their opponents and find their way deep in playoffs- if not another return to the state championships. Decatur is a force to be reckoned with and won't slow down in the fall.
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Before you know it, the volleyball season will be in full swing... for Dallas-Fort Worth area volleyball fans that means one thing: the Lucas Lovejoy Lady Leopards will be back on the prowl! VYPE DFW takes a look at just what fans can expect from this dynasty as they return in the fall.
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A Look Back
Lovejoy is known for having a top-tier volleyball program. Last season, the team posted yet another championship season as they closed out the 2021-22 season with a 3-0 shut-out state title victory over Grapevine. Dropping only 26 sets all season, Lovejoy posted a 42-6 overall record (13-1 in district).
Looking Ahead
Big names have graduated out of Lovejoy's program, but the team has proven that they are capable of shaping the future from an early start. Not only will the incoming freshman class be more than prepared after summer workouts, but the Leopards are returning the likes of Hannah Gonzalez- who can be expected to be a tremendous leader on the court for Lovejoy.
What To Expect
With amazing athletes graduating, this season isn't going to be a cakewalk for Lovejoy, but if anyone doubts the Leopards, they just might regret it. Lovejoy can be expected to use this season to build up their underclassmen during preseason play. Then, on into district, fans can expect the Leopards to have established a strong enough routine to power them through to playoffs.
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Lake Creek Softball won the 5A State Championship
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The 2022 softball season was an incredible one.
Lake Creek stole the show in 2022, going an incredible 41-0 to win the program's first-ever State Championship. Deer Park also reached the UIL State Tournament for a second-straight year. There were some incredible performances. Here is the 2022 All-VYPE Public School Softball Team presented by Houston Methodist Orthopedics & Sports Medicine.
TEAM OF THE YEAR: Lake Creek
PLAYER OF THE YEAR NOMINEES: Ava Brown, Lake Creek (31-0, 0.45 ERA, 335 Ks-23 BBs; .405 average, 43 RBIs, 10 HRs); Reanna Nieman, Deer Park (15-1, 1.71 ERA, 121 Ks; .556 average); Emma Strood, Clear Springs (20-4, 1.03 ERA, 268 Ks-31 BBs; ,385 average, 6 HRs).
PITCHER OF THE YEAR: Amy Abke, Seven Lakes (1.14 ERA, 386 Ks, .162 average-against, pitched 220 of 238 innings)
HITTER OF THE YEAR: Kasidi Pickering, Atascocita (.608 average, 49 RBIs, 14 HRs, 52 runs, 23 BBs-4Ks)
NEWCOMER OF THE YEAR:Addyson Sheppard, Kingwood (.406, 11 2B, 12 HR, 42 RBIs)
COACH OF THE YEAR: Michelle Rochinski, Lake Creek (41-0, 5A state champion)
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FIRST TEAM
Pitchers (3): Madison Applebe, Deer Park (17-3, 1.53 ERA, 146 Ks); Cameryn Harrison, Katy (0.66 ERA, 217 Ks-24 BBs; .495 average, 50 RBIs, 11 HRs); Peyton Tanner, Brazoswood (25-3, 0.90 ERA, 294 Ks-43BBs; .349 average, HR).
Catchers (2): Victoria Valdez, Alvin (.541, 44 RBIs, 6 HR, 15 2Bs, 4 3Bs); Hollie Thomas, Liberty (.373, 51 RBIs, 7 HRs).
Infielders (4): Kylie Bishop, Liberty (.511 average, 52 RBIs, 5 HRs); Ella McDowell, Foster (.615 average, 29 RBIs, 4 HRs, 30 runs, .719 OBP); Maddie McKee, Lake Creek (.511 average, 47 RBIs, 7 HRs, 15 2Bs, 69 runs, 77 SB); Kristyn Whitlock, Pearland (.460 average, 51 RBIs, 6 HRs, 32 runs).
Outfielders (3): Hailey Golden, Pearland (.636 average, 24 RBIs, HR, 38 SBs); Alannah Leach, The Woodlands (.478 average, 45 RBIs, 4 HRs, 17 SBs); Mickayla Tosch, Foster (.634 average, 31 RBIs, 23 runs, .709 OBP).
SECOND TEAM
Pitchers (3): Kamdyn Chandler, Liberty (29-5, 1.92 ERA); Chloe Riassetto, Friendswood (18-3, 1.31 ERA, 190 Ks; .416 average, 44 RBIs, 10 HRs); Molly Yoo, Cy Ranch (17-10, 1.90 ERA, 2 perfect games, 7 shutouts, 242 Ks-24 BBs; .369 average, 51 RBIs).
Catchers (2): Kalee Rochinski, Lake Creek (.330 average, 30 RBIs, 4 HRs, 28 runs, 20 SBs); Lillian Piersons, Bridgeland (.436 average, 28 RBIs, 20 SBs, 7 HRs)
Infielders (4): Baileigh Burtis, Friendswood (.424 average, 32 RBIs, 3 HRs, 16 SBs); Madelyn Lopez, Lake Creek (.466 average, 48 RBIs, 4 HRs, 38 runs); Grace Janik, Ridge Point (.485 average, 59 RBIs, 9 HRs, 8 SBs); Kayla Zaid, Deer Park (.525 average, 38 SBs).
Outfielders (3): Ashtyn Reichardt, Katy (.526, 45 RBIs, 3 HRs, 41 runs, 19 doubles); Lainie Schaefer, Friendswood (.423 average, 31 RBIs, 3 HRs, 8 SBs); Georgia Polydoros, Lamar (.529 average, 27 RBIs, 5 HRs, 16 SBs).
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