Former Murphysboro coach Mike Layne had plenty to celebrate during his 20 years as head coach of the Red Devils. By Phil BrozynskiIllprepvb.com EditorSix years ago, Illprepvb.com was approached to collaborate on the creation of an Illinois High School Volleyball Coaches Hall of Fame.Unfortunately, at the time, nothing ever came of that phone call. But we felt that the creation of a coaches’ Hall of Fame was long overdue.In July 2020, with input from current and former coaches, players and officials, Illprepvb.com put together the in...
Here are a few tips on how to get college volleyball coaches interested in you
College coaches scout for players with not only exceptional skills, but also strong academics and the right team fit. Dreaming of hitting, setting or digging your way onto a college team?You're not alone. College volleyball recruiting is a competitive and strategic process. To stand out, you need to serve more than just aces on the court. It's about showcasing your skills, networking effectively, and understanding the landscape of college volleyball recruiting rankings for 2024 and beyond. Let’s break down the steps to increase your...
Illprepvb.com presents the Ultimate (VBC) Girls H.S. Volleyball Teams of All Time
Montini was the most dominant team in Illinois regardless of class in 2021, crushing all comers on its way to a 40-1 record and IHSA Class 2A championship. Montini went 14-1 against Cklass 4A competition and suffered its only loss to Class 4A Glenbard West in August of that year. (Photo by Dave Ruggles) By Phil BrozynskiIllprepvb.com EditorThere have been many great teams throughout the history of IHSA girls’ high school volleyball – undefeated champions, once-beaten champions, and some teams that did not win an IHSA championship d...
How can you ace that club and/or high school volleyball tryout? Here’s some tips
Athletes must be prepared physically and mentally prior to tryouts at their favorite ckub and their local high school. Tryouts at many clubs throughout Illinois have already begun, while the first day of high school tryouts/practice is less than a month away.Trying out for a club or high school volleyball team can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. Whether you’re aiming to make the team for the first time, seeking to secure a spot on the varsity or land a spot on a higher-level club team, preparation is key.Before stepping onto the court ...
Windy City Premier B17, UNO Boys 17 Elite strike gold on final day in Orlando
630 Volleyball 17-3, which defeated the No. 1 seed in the 17 Elite division before falling to eventual national champion UNO Boys 17 Elite in the semifinals, finished third in Orlando. By Phil BrozynskiIllprepvb.com EditorOrlando, Florida – What do you do when you’re (re)branded?You go out and win yourself a national championship, of course.Windy City Premier B17 fought off two match points in the second set to defeat Warren Sixpack 17 White (Aberdeen, New Jersey), 22-25, 27-25, 15-10, and win the 17 Club division on the final day ...
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Storm blows 17 Gold off course … again; 16 Gold second, Michio third in Las Vegas
1st Alliance 17 Gold advanced to the semifinals of the 17 Open division at the USA Volleyball Girls Junior National Championship in Las Vegas, but lost for the second consecutive year to Arizona Storm 17 Thunder. By Phil BrozynskiIllprepvb.com EditorLas Vegas, Nevada – It might have been 110 degrees in the shade in Las Vegas, Nevada, on Saturday, but inside the Mandalay Bay Convention Center, there was a Storm brewing across the net from 1st Alliance 17 Gold.For the second consecutive year. Nebraska-recruit Teraya Sigler and Arizon...
SPVB B18 Lenny is electric in Orlando, wins club’s 109th national championship
SPVB B18 Lenny defeated Mamba 18 Black (Milwaukee, Wisconsin), 25-20, 23-25, 15-6, to win the 18 Premier division at the AAU Boys Junior National Championships in Orlando, Florida, on Wednesday. By Phil BrozynskiIllprepvb.com Editor Orlando, Florida – No. 2 is No. 1. SPVB B18 Lenny defeated Mamba 18 Black (Milwaukee, Wisconsin), 25-20, 23-25, 15-6, to win the 18 Premier division at the AAU Boys Junior National Volleyball Championships Wednesday in Orlando, Florida.The national championship was the 109th in the club’s storied...
Title No. 109 just escapes SPVB 17 Elite; EVC, Fusion, MOD, Shock, Starved rock
SPVB 17 Elite finished second in the 17 Open division at the AAU Girls National Volleyball Championships in Orlando, Florida, last Friday, falling in the finals to Tribe 17 Elite Cardinal, 23-25, 25-22, 15-12. By Phil BrozynskiIllprepvb.com EditorOrlando, Florida – Sports Performance Volleyball Club has won 108 national championships during its storied history.SPVB 17 Elite came within a few points of making it 109.The Aurora crew fought its way to the championship match of the 17 Open division Friday at the 2024 AAU Girls Junior N...
Tough exit for SPVB 16 Elite in Orlando; Illini Elite 16 White has got the Spirit
SPVB 16 Elite dropped its final match in Orlando, a 25-20, 27-25 loss to GP 16 Rex (Orlando, Florida) in a Gold bracket quarterfinal feed-in match, to finish 8-2 and in ninth place in the 16 Open dvision. (Photo by Ellie Stiernagle) By Phil BrozynskiIllprepvb.com EditorOrlando, Florida – It was the best of times. It was the worst of times. And that was just one match. SPVB 16 Elite, the only Illinois entry to reach the championship bracket of the 16 Open division at the AAU Girls National Championships in Orlando, Florida, built lead...