Seven Key matches for the Right to go to Lakeland, FL.

This Saturday is a major day in the lives of many young ladies through-out South Florida as they have reached the Regional Championship match that will determine which teams deserves to go to Lakeland, FL. and compete for the state championship.

Something to Think about: “You gain strength, courage and confidence by every experience in which you stop to look fear in the face.” - - Elenor Roosevelt. This quote came from our Inspirational quote section. See which quote pushes your buttons and takes you to new heights.

All the summer workouts, practices, games, bumps and bruises have lead 12 South Florida teams to this point. Which team will have the ability to dig a bit deeper and will their teams to victory.

Below is a Match by Match breakdown of this Saturday games.

6A - Regional Championship - Dr. Krop vs. John A. Ferguson H.S.

Ferguson Coached by Greg Shanower
Top Players: Kristin Walewski, Sr.; Alexandra Walewski, Sr.; Mackenzie Webster, Sr.; Danielle Pohl, Sr.; Alexandra Beverly Sr.

KROP Coached by Caron Schiffman
Top Players: Jesyca Schiffman, Sr.; Brittany Dubins, Sr.; Dylan Yarchin, So.; Brittany Torano, So

Breakdown: Both teams are talented and well coached to make it to this point. Ferguson can come at you from so many angles. Interseting Tidbit: Both teams are lead by two of the best setters in Miami - Dade County: Kristin Walewski (Ferguson) and Jesyca Schiffman (Krop). Previous meeting: Ferguson defeated Krop, 25-21, 25-14 for the GMAC.

6A - Regional Championship - Hollywood Hills vs Boca Raton.




Hollywood Hills
Coached by Jenna Andrews
Top Players: Sr. Ashley James, OH; Sr. Taylor Miller [PICTURED], MH; Fr. Beth Shoaff, S; Sr. Amanda Wright, OH.








Boca Raton
Coached by Amanda Angermeier
Top Players:Julia Schade (Sr.); Lindsey Knapp (So.); Shannon Gregerek (So.); Maria Christakis (Jr.);Mariah Tiona (Sr.); Natalie Fraley (Jr.)

Breakdown: Both teams are very athletic. It will be interesting to see how Holleywood Hills attempts to control Boca's Hard hitting attack. Don't be surprised if the match goes the distance to five (5) sets.

5A - Regional Championships - St. Thomas Aquinas vs. Martin County













St Thomas Aquinas
Coached by Lisa Zielinski
Top Players: Jr. Crystal Dedes, MH; Sr. Dee Dee Dennis; Sr. Anne Langsenkamp, LIB; Sr. Kelly Marble, OH; Jr. Lauren Spear, S.; Fr. Allison Belanger, OH.

Breakdown: A Clash of Power vs. Power. The talented hard hitting St. Thomas team must find a way to get around the Walch Sisters (Sr. Elise 6'5" and So. Nicole 6'2"). The coach and players that adjusts the quickest will be victorious. Interesting Tidbit: Martin County has an amazing 26-1 record. Previous match was won by Martin County in three sets.

4A - Regional Championships - Cardinal Gibbons vs. Jensen Beach

Cardinal Gibbons:
Coached by Kathryn Farland
Top Players: Sr. Courtney Buchanan, OH; So. Caiti Donahoe, S; So. Katie Hillman, MH; Sr. Molly Macek, LIB; Jr. Jessica Wynn, OH/RS.
Comment: Gibbons looks for a 19th State title under second year coach Kathlyn Farland.

Breakdown: Gibbons always has a big hitting team, going to states probably more than most teams out of the south. Jensen has great defense and usually runs a pretty fast game. both teams have mostly high caliber players, as most play club. Interesting Tidbit: Cardinal Gibbons will be going for their 19th state title.

3A - Regional Championship - North Broward Prep vs. Chaminade

Chaminade
Coached by Jason Johnson
Top Players: So. Brianna O'Neil, MH; Sr. Chantal Franzosa, OH; Sr. Ashley Rey, OH; So. April Sicam, LIB.

North Broward Prep
Coached by Terri Jimenez
Top Players: So. Kristi Chynoweth, MH; Sr. Katelyn Hummel, S; 8th McCallen Kennedy, MH; Sr. Krista Lighter, LIB; So. Victoria McPherson, MH/OH; Devin Rawiszer, OH.

Breakdown: Chaminades ability to control the net and be ready for tips could go a long way towards victory against a talented and tall North Broward team. Previous match was won by North Broward Prep 2-1.

2A - Regional Championship - Palmer Trinity vs. Westminster Academy




Palmer Trinity
Coached by William Gonzalez
Top Players: Paulina Prieto [PICTURED], So.; Kristen Titley, Sr.; Sarah Alfonso, Sr.; Cecilia Leal, Sr.; Savannah Dominguez Jr.; Carson Zachar Jr.; Danielle Littke 8th






Westminster Academy
Coached by Katie McCrath
Top Players: So. Leigh Andrew, OH; So. Amelia Bohlander, OH; Jr. Mckenzie Keightley, MH; Jr. Emily McMurtrey, S; Sr. Jenny Walsh, LIB.

Breakdown: Yet another Westminster team stands in the way of Palmers quest to be the best in the state. Two of the best players in their counties (Paulina Prieto / Miami-Dade & Leigh Andrew / Broward) go head to head for the third time this year. Palmer had two back-to-back meetings with Westminster Academy last month, both won by Palmer Trinity, at home and at Westminster Academy.


1A - Regional Championship - Lake Worth Christian vs. Miami Christian



Lake Worth Christian
Coached by Terri Kaiser
Top Players: Danielle Lampman (Sr.); Kristen Kintz (So.); Katelyn Mears (Sr.); Brytney Annis (Jr.)[PICTURED]; Kristy Golden (Jr.); Amanda Krach (Jr.); Gabby Fisher (Jr.); Samantha Cantwell (Jr.)





Miami Christian
Coached by Mary Odio
Top Players: Andrea Garcia, Jr.; Nicole Neckelheimer, Jr.; Daniela Garcia, Jr.; Alexandra Rios, Jr.

Breakdown: Two very talented teams with great height in the power positions will face each other very well. We'll see if lake Worth Christians tough schedule will pay dividends. Interesting Tidbit: First time in a long time that Redlands Christian is not in the Regional Championship match.
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Once again we wish all of you that are competing this Saturday the very best. Make sure to cherish every moment both good and bad.

Folks these matches are being held on a Saturday and all of us should make an effort to attend one of these matches.

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Special Thanks to our Broward and Palm Beach insiders. This posting would be impossible without their help.

Apologies to Martin County and Jensen Beach - we cover the tri-county area (Dade, Broward and Palm Beach) but would love to have a Martin County insider that helps out with info and stories from time to time - Any Volunteers?