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UIL STATE SEMIFINALS PREVIEW: Celina vs. Needville volleyball
The Celina Lady Bobcats started their season leading the VYPE DFW 1A-4A Volleyball rankings. Taking all expectations set for them and running, the Lady Bobcats have not disappointed this season. Celina has worked hard every second of the season and now finds themselves only one game away from a State Title match. The only team standing between them and the state finale? Needville. Before the first serve goes over the net, though, let's take a look at what fans should expect in this semifinal pairing.
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Celina Bobcats (41-1, 12-0)
Celina has posted an incredible season. The Lady Bobcats went undefeated (12-0) in district play while posting only one loss the entire season with a 41-1 overall record. Their only loss came against an extremely competitive Gunter squad who finds themselves in the UIL Class 3A title game.
The defense has played outstandingly as the Lady Bobcats have lost only nine sets the entire season. Of Celina's 41 wins, 36 of them have been complete sweeps. Coming into the state semis on a 20-game win-streak definitely has the Bobcats ready to show everything they have on the court. Not only has the defense played incredible, but this Bobcats offense has proven to be nearly unstoppable the entire season. Fans can expect to see a strong Lady Bobcats squad that is ready to advance.
Needville Bluejays (33-12, 12-0)
Needville has posted a great season so far finishing at the top of their district with an undefeated district record (12-0). Posting big wins over the likes of Dobie, Cypress Lakes, Huntsville, and more, the Bluejays shouldn't be counted out as they enter the State Semifinals.
Needville has strong athletes who play great on both the front and back rows. Fans can expect to see the team come out ready to put up a fight in order to do everything they can to advance to the state championship match. With a great group of seniors, the team is poised and ready to show just what kind of muscle they have on the court.
What to Expect:
Needville is a strong team and will be one of the toughest opponents Celina has seen all season. Celina will need to go into this match without getting too far ahead of themselves or too into their own heads about it. Both teams are going to come out fast-paced and attempt to stay neck-and-neck in scoring. Celina has what it takes to take down Needville, but they will need to stay on their toes and energized to complete the win.
VYPE Class 4A Helmet Stickers powered by Houston Methodist Orthopedics & Sports Medicine: Bi-District Playoffs (Nov. 12-14)
Welcome to a new VYPE feature for the 2020 football season - VYPE Helmet Stickers powered by Houston Methodist Orthopedics & Sports Medicine! Every week, VYPE will scour the stat sheets of the previous week and find the top performers.
Previous VYPE Helmet Sticker Winners
Week 1 (Aug. 27-29)
Week 2 (Sept. 3-5)
Week 3 (Sept. 10-12)
Week 4 (Sept. 17-19)
Week 5 (Sept. 24-27)
Week 6 (Oct. 1-3)
Week 7 (Oct. 8-10)
Week 8 (Oct. 15-17)
Week 9 (Oct. 22-24)
Week 10 (Oct. 29-31)
Week 11 (Nov. 5-7)
Class 4A teams and down just finished the first week of the playoffs this past weekend and are now heading into the Area Round. Who earned a VYPE Helmet Sticker this week?
Walker Warncke (@walkerwarncke) - Needville
🏎 Mid Season 🚂 https://t.co/34VYf0RMTx pic.twitter.com/DR4S6eDVXJ
— Walker Warncke™️ (@walkerwarncke) November 12, 2020
Needville defeated Furr 51-13 last week in the opening round of the playoffs. The Bluejays jumped out to a 28-0 lead in the first quarter and eventually 35-0 at the half. A big help to the fast start was running back Walker Warncke. The bruising back finished the game with 104 yards and two touchdowns on nine carries. Needville moves on to play Lindale this week in the Area Round.
Andrew Huff - Stafford
On Saturday, the Spartan Boys cleaned up at Bi-District winning 63-6 over North Forest. Area Round will be next Sat 11/21 @ 6p vs. Tyler Chapel Hill @ Randall Reed Stadium. Tickets will be available online & only for pre-sale soon! #SpartanPride #SpartansForever #UILPlayoffs pic.twitter.com/vPjXTpfaNf
— Stafford MSD (@StaffordMSD) November 16, 2020
Stafford moved on to the second round with a win over North Forest. Let's give a defensive player the VYPE Helmet Sticker this week. Sophomore Andrew Huff was impressive in the win, leading the team with seven tackles, one tackle for loss, a sack and one QB hurry in the victory.
Vernon Harrison - Huffman
Huffman Falcons 19
— Huffman Football (@Huffman_Falcons) November 14, 2020
Palestine Wildcats 10
1-0!!!#EAT #TalonsUp
Vernon Harrison was one of the big factors in Huffman's 19-10 victory over Palestine last week in the opening round of the playoffs. Harrison led the team with the ground attack as he rushed for 80 yards and a score on 14 attempts. Huffman takes on Brazosport this week in the Area Round.
Jacob Lopez - El Campo
Moving on. Near-perfect game! #txhsfb pic.twitter.com/MDfiuWNeUd
— The Ricebird Recap (@RicebirdRecap) November 14, 2020
El Campo is coming off a huge victory in the opening round, defeating Jack Yates 63-6 last week. The calling card for the Ricebirds all season has been their rushing attack. But let's give a nod to the defensive unit. Jacob Lopez, only a junior, had a stellar game. Lopez led the team with seven tackles, two sacks and had one fumble recovery to lead the El Campo defensive unit.
Draper Parker - Sealy
D’vonne Hmielewski and Draper Parker connect again for an 11-yard touchdown which makes Sealy’s lead 35-0 with 39.9 left in the half. A fumbled kickoff gave the ball right back to Sealy. @SealyNews @a1drape #TXHSFBPlayoffs pic.twitter.com/81CcRmvn7C
— Cole McNanna (@CMac217) November 13, 2020
Sealy rolled past Orangefield last week in the opening round and a big piece was senior receiver Draper Parker. The wideout finished the night with 143 yards and three scores on just five catches. That is flat-out impressive when a receiver averages 28.6 yards per catch.
Richard Reese (@Richard98813494) - Bellville
Richard Reese went OFF! I really mean it. There are not many times in a box score that you see a running back finish with six, count them, six touchdowns in a single game. Reese in a dominating win over Hardin-Jefferson finished with 12 carries for 265 yards and six scores. It was an impressive performance by Reese. For the season he has 1,736 yards rushing and has eclipsed the 200-yard mark on four occasions.
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