Smackfest’s Favorites to Win: Week 1
North Country Region will host the first part of their Smackfest 2020. Again, the younger athletes will take the court for the starting round. They’ve scheduled over 400 matches for the weekend at various sites. There are few changes this…
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Continue ReadingNorth Country Region will host the first part of their Smackfest 2020. Again, the younger athletes will take the court for the starting round. They’ve scheduled over 400 matches for the weekend at various sites. There are few changes this year:
- Divisions:
USA = Formerly Region Open or Gold
American = Formerly Region Intermediate or Silver
Patriot = Formerly Region Beginner or Bronze
- 14/15’s will not be allowed a re-toss for serving
- 12 and under have will have different service lines for each division
We appreciate NCR’s commitment to understanding the needs and competition level at every age group. So who is returning hoping to maintain their title, and who are the new teams looking to shake things up? Here is a preview for the first weekend:
15 American: This will have the top level of competition for week 1 of Smackfest. The competition will be close and serving will be crucial. There is a good mix of teams from various states. Our top t picks to win it all include:
- Hype 15-1
- Hammerhead 15-2
- Heartland Big Lake 15 Blu
- I-80 Blues 15U Blue (IA)
Here are our underdog picks:
- Red River Infinity Volleyball Club (RRIV)
- Smash 15’s
13 American: This group is larger than the 15’s and will have a strong showing from Wisconsin teams.
- Rosemount Irish 13-1 (NO)
- Smash 13-1 (BG)
- Eau Claire Air 13 Black (BG)
- Volt 13 Open (NO)
12 USA: Very small division but future stars
- MVA 12-1 (NO)
- Ohana 12G
Goodluck to all the teams.