After a first round bye the Mineral Point volleyball team started its post season in the semis and hosted Wisconsin Heights.
When it was over the Pointers had earned a sweep over the hard hitting Vanguards and advanced to the Regional championship game at Waterloo. Scores vs the Vanguards were 25-14, 25-14, 25-19.
Pointer coach Kari Kabat felt the Pointers were in control from the first serve.
“We did a great job of controlling the tempo of the match,” Kabat said. “Our serving was really tough, and kept them out of system much of the match. They have some nice hitters, but we blocked well and played really good defense to handle them. We also spread our offense well and got everyone involved. This was a good step up for post season play. They were a good team, and we feel confident about how we played.”
Kabat knows the Pointers have some work ahead of them.
“We just need to continue to build momentum and confidence as we advance,” she said.
Kabat pointed out some key performances in the win.
“Kinlee Prust has a great night for us on both sides of the ball,” Kabat said. “Bree Swenson had a great night on defense and serve receive for us. We were also able to get everyone into the match, which is always a win for us, especially in post season.”
Pointer Stats
Kills: Kinlee Prust and Brynn Swenson 9
Assists: Sophie Miller 15, Sadie Miller 14
Aces: Ava Ingwell 3, Bree Swenson, Kendall Wenger, & Sophie Miller 2
Blocks: Tenleigh Bockhop, Kinlee Prust, Giana Bishell 3 Digs: Bree Swenson 15, Ava Ingwell 10
