The 2017 USA Volleyball Girls 18s Junior National Championships came to an exciting close in Dallas at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center. KC Power 18-1 emerged as the champions of the 18 Open Division, adding to the success of four other teams that claimed divisional titles. Let’s take a closer look at the highlights of the tournament.
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KC Power’s Victory in the 18 Open Division
In a thrilling gold-medal match, KC Power defeated TAV 18 Black with a score of 25-23, 22-25, 16-14. The match was packed with intensity and drew a standing-room-only crowd. This victory was particularly significant for KC Power as they had struggled in the quarterfinals of the tournament in the past three years. Setter Madison Lilley, who was named the most valuable player of the 18 Open Division, shared her excitement, stating, “We think we are really deserving and working really hard for it.”
The Final Club Event for KC Power
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For Lilley and her KC Power teammates, this tournament marked the end of their club career. As they now head their separate ways to college, Lilley is determined to make the most of her remaining time on the volleyball court. Before starting her collegiate career at the University of Kentucky, Lilley will be competing in USA Volleyball’s High Performance program. She will also be representing the U.S. Women’s Junior National Team in the Women’s U20 Pan American Cup in Costa Rica, where they will aim to qualify for the FIVB Volleyball Women’s U20 World Championships.
Champions in the Other Divisions
Apart from KC Power’s victory, four other teams stood out in their respective divisions. In the 18 USA Division, AJV 18 Mizuno swept AP 18 Asics to claim the title. IPVA 18 Black defeated Asics Louisiana 18 to become the champions in the 18 National Division. Arsenal 18 Gold emerged victorious in the 18 American Division after a hard-fought match against Xceleration Blue 18-1. LAVA West 18 Adidas won the 18 Patriot Division, defeating Coast 18-2.
FAQs
1. How did KC Power reach the 18 Open Division finals?
KC Power had an impressive performance throughout the tournament, winning eight out of their nine matches. They secured their spot in the finals by defeating A4 Volley 18-Purple and Sky High-Adidas 18 Black in the quarterfinals and semifinals, respectively.
2. Who was the most valuable player of the 18 Open Division?
Madison Lilley from KC Power was named the most valuable player of the 18 Open Division.
3. Was this the last tournament for Lilley and her teammates?
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Yes, this tournament marked the end of their club career as they will now be heading to college.
4. Will Lilley be involved in any volleyball activities before starting her college career?
Yes, Lilley will be participating in USA Volleyball’s High Performance program and representing the U.S. Women’s Junior National Team in the Women’s U20 Pan American Cup.
5. Who were the champions in the other divisions?
In the 18 USA Division, AJV 18 Mizuno emerged as the champions. IPVA 18 Black claimed victory in the 18 National Division. Arsenal 18 Gold won the 18 American Division, while LAVA West 18 Adidas triumphed in the 18 Patriot Division.
Conclusion
The 2017 USA Volleyball Girls 18s Junior National Championships provided an exciting display of talent and determination. KC Power’s victory in the 18 Open Division, along with the successes of other teams in their respective divisions, demonstrated the high level of competition at this event. Congratulations to all the teams for their outstanding performances! To learn more about KC Power and their achievements, visit Alpinetgheep.
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