The Lady Lions had to settle for a 5 seed in the tournament, and were not able to battle their way past the first round. Now, the season was full of triumphant victories, and yet equally as many heartbreaking episodes too. But I try not to despair. Winter volleyball is right around the corner, and word on the street says that Lady Lion regulars Anna Staub and Hollie Huber will be participating in a local league. Fans, don't throw in the proverbial towel. There is much more where that came from, MUCH MORE. Can anybody ever get enough competitive volleyball in their system? I think not. You must be totally insane if you think it has been enough. More details to come later on this league thing folks....
Now, it's time to evaluate our season, and hopefully not in hindsight. It may be slightly painful to continue to have to dwell on this loss at the end, but I will try to remain composed and give my best insights as to how the season can be graded. You know, I can definitely think of someone who thinks they are dealing with real loss right now. Who might that be? Right again, you are. It's the sleezy scumbag that for some reason goes by Matt Painter. You think losing Hummel is bad? Well, if that is the case, then I do have some pertinent news for you, Painter. Wait until the NCAA finds out about everything else you thought you have been getting away with. The day that surfaces, USC football will look like the most pristine slate in all of college sports. Purdue basketball will be most likely be derailed after taking those blows. Back to my initial point here though: The season looked quite strong at some points, especially when downing public school giants such as EC Central, and Bowman Academy. But there were unmistakable lows as well. At one point, the Lady Lions had difficulty finding wins, whether it be on the road, or at HOME at the V-rena. Now that that has been brought up, it may as well be said. When you are not able to keep the win home, some problems are going to arise. Your team's mindset is going to start having issues, and that undoubtedly has an effect on the team's strength and intensity. But let's not forget why the win is not kept home - not enough family. As many times as I have emphasized this point, it need not be forgotten. The evidence speaks for itself. Until we start seeing wins being kept home, then obviously the team has not understood how important family is. I just quite cannot understand how the team forgets it. It's one of the 12 keys to having a phenomenal season, and each and every player should keep a strict memory log for these 12 keys. So how do the Lady Lions measure up after it has all been said and done?
I have to give them a generous B-. I have got to give credit where credit is due though. I did indeed witness some captivating and scintillating volleyball this season. In fact, more often than not, I was on the edge of my seat, only wondering what was going to unfold on the next serve. Wins and losses will always be brought up as well. Injuries are a factor, and I understand that very well. They can bring a team down faster than Michael Moore's cholesterol levels go up after eating a sandwich. But you have got to wonder what kind of talk has being going on behind the scenes with athletic department higher-ups regarding the coaching situation. Are these results going to be tolerated? There is certainly no definite answer to this question right now, but based on the numbers, I will let you connect the dots as to where the situation could be headed.
On a more personal note, I will be direly missing the passion, the heart, and all of the enthusiasm that comes with the glory of volleyball season. It was much too short lived. But I will certainly keep you as filled in as can be during this winter. It's going to be incredible. Signing out for now folks.
The one and only VCA volleyball beat writer,
Danny Mosco.
Today's picture comes from the scene of one of the more intense blocks I have yet to come across.
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