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NO. 24 -- BRIDGELAND BEARS
Head Coach: Verena Khalil
2023: 30-13/Regional Quarterfinalists
THE BEARS ARE COMING OFF A SOLID 2023 CAMPAIGN.
Bridgeland racked up 30 wins a year ago and reached the Regional Quarterfinals before being knocked out by the eventual Class 6A State Champion Grand Oaks.
Two starters return off that team including Florida International University-commit Beka Pfefferkorn, who was first-team, all-district. Pfefferkorn finished with 232 kills and 69 blocks. Second-teamer Grace Wegenke racked up 579 assists and 237 digs for the Bears in 2023.
Other players to watch include Emily Greer and Brooklyn Barrow, who are both middle blockers for the Bears. Keys to success for Verena Khalil’s squad include exceptional serve-receive passing, great defense and a fast offense that attacks from all parts of the net.
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VYPE Coaches Corner: Bridgeland Baseball Coach Paul Orlando; Regional Finals Preview
The Bridgeland baseball program is in the midst of an unprecedented run in the postseason, as they have advanced to the Region II-6A Final for the first time in their seven-year history.
Following their clutch series clincher (4-0) against Rockwall-Heath last week, the Bears (32-12) now look to face Tomball, starting Thursday (7:00 pm) at Cy Falls High School, with a trip to the UIL state tournament on the line.
VYPE's Matthew Ogle caught up with head coach Paul Orlando, examining Bridgeland's historic year, as well as their key players, and what to look for in this week's matchup.
Check out the interview below!