Preview: 2024 CIF State Regional Finals – Open Division

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As the volleyball season nears its climax, the CIF State Regional Finals promise to deliver thrilling action and showcase the best teams in California. Congratulations to all the teams that have battled their way to this point—your hard work, resilience, and passion have brought you to the pinnacle of high school volleyball.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Below are the CIF State Regional Finals Open Division I match ups for Tuesday, November 19, 2024</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":1} --> <h1 class="wp-block-heading">Match Preview: Saint Francis vs. Archbishop Mitty</h1> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:image {"id":722328,"width":"369px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-large is-resized"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/11/image_49cabe.png?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-722328" style="width:369px;height:auto" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Photo Credit: MaxPreps</figcaption></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The stage is set for an electrifying CIF State Regional Finals matchup as the Saint Francis Lancers (30-5) host the Archbishop Mitty Monarchs (28-6) on Tuesday, November 19, at 6 PM in Mountain View, CA.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These storied programs are no strangers to high-stakes competition, boasting rich volleyball traditions and fiercely talented rosters. The Lancers, with an impressive 30-5 record, will look to leverage their home-court advantage and disciplined play to secure a spot in the state championships. Meanwhile, the Monarchs, coming in at 28-6, are determined to bring their dynamic offense and resilient defense to overcome their familiar rivals.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This matchup promises to be a battle of strategy, grit, and skill as these two powerhouse teams collide. Fans can expect a thrilling evening of volleyball showcasing some of the best high school talent in California.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Who will rise to the occasion and punch their ticket to the championship? All eyes will be on Mountain View as the Lancers and Monarchs clash in what is sure to be an unforgettable match.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"></h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Team Roster: Saint Francis Lancers</span></strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>#2 [player_tooltip player_id='542505' first='Ella' last='Fulton']</strong> – Jr., Middle Hitter, 6'1"<br><strong>#3 Claire Egan</strong> – Sr., Outside Hitter/Defensive Specialist, 5'9"<br><strong>#4 Syriana Messy</strong> – So., Right Side/Middle Blocker, 6'0"<br><strong>#5 Olivia Poole</strong> – So., Middle Blocker, 5'11"<br><strong>#6 MollyAnn Caulfield</strong> – So., Middle Blocker, 5'9"<br><strong>#7 [player_tooltip player_id='527935' first='Noe' last='Vanacht']</strong> – Jr., Libero/Defensive Specialist, 5'5"<br><strong>#8 Tori Williams</strong> – Fr., Outside Hitter, 5'9"<br><strong>#9 Jaemysen Martin</strong> – Sr., Libero/Defensive Specialist, 5'6"<br><strong>#10 Claire Yi</strong> – Jr., Defensive Specialist/Outside Hitter, 5'7"<br><strong>#11 [player_tooltip player_id='542482' first='Riley' last='Barulich']</strong> – Jr., Setter, 5'8"<br><strong>#12 [player_tooltip player_id='510954' first='Abby' last='Cardenas']</strong> – Fr., Outside Hitter, 6'0"<br><strong>#13 Cassidy Pietsch</strong> – Sr., Outside Hitter, 5'9"<br><strong>#14 Grace Gowdy</strong> – Sr., Outside Hitter, 5'10"<br><strong>#15 Mireille Del Santo</strong> – Jr., Right Side/Opposite, 5'10"<br><strong>#16 Kimberly Lai</strong> – So., Setter, 5'4"<br><strong>#17 [player_tooltip player_id='586685' first='Jianna' last='Llaneza']</strong> – So., Defensive Specialist<br><strong>#18 Kalala Malani</strong> – Fr., Middle Blocker</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Team Roster: Archbishop Mitty Monarchs</span></strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>#2 Laurie Nguyen</strong> – Fr., Setter, 5'7"<br><strong>#4 [player_tooltip player_id='508795' first='Makenna' last='Crosson']</strong> – Jr., Outside Hitter<br><strong>#5 Kacie Caoili</strong> – Sr., Setter<br><strong>#6 [player_tooltip player_id='391090' first='Ellie' last='Diehl Palmer']</strong> – Jr., Outside Hitter<br><strong>#7 [player_tooltip player_id='467162' first='Savannah' last='Baron']</strong> – Sr., Defensive Specialist/Libero<br><strong>#8 Nicole Macalintal</strong> – Libero<br><strong>#10 Gianna Majlesara</strong> – Sr., Middle Hitter<br><strong>#11 Kaylee Ernst</strong> – Jr., Middle Hitter<br><strong>#13 Jasmine Wong</strong> – Jr., Libero/Defensive Specialist<br><strong>#14 [player_tooltip player_id='532572' first='Chayse' last='Courtney']</strong> – Fr., Outside Hitter, 6'1"<br><strong>#15 Misaki Harte</strong> – Sr., Libero/Defensive Specialist, 5'7"<br><strong>#16 [player_tooltip player_id='478925' first='Leyna' last='Nguyen']</strong> – Sr., Outside Hitter<br><strong>#17 Katelyn Sentous</strong> – Jr., Middle Hitter<br><strong>#19 Estela Sanchez</strong> – Jr., Middle Hitter, 5'10"<br><strong>#20 [player_tooltip player_id='538061' first='Isabella' last='Romero']</strong> – Sr., Outside Hitter<br><strong>#21 Jasmine Shum</strong> – Sr., Middle Hitter</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":3} --> <h3 class="wp-block-heading"></h3> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":1} --> <h1 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Match Preview: Cathedral Catholic vs. Mater Dei</strong></h1> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:image {"id":722334,"width":"416px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"none","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-large is-resized"><img src="https://prepdig.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2024/11/image_ec77ca.png?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-722334" style="width:416px;height:auto" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Photo Credit: MaxPreps</figcaption></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Cathedral Catholic Dons (44-3) will host the Mater Dei Monarchs (37-4) in a highly anticipated CIF State Girls Volleyball Championships - Open Division playoff match on Tuesday, November 19, at 6 PM in San Diego, CA.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Both teams are juggernauts in California high school volleyball, boasting stellar records and top national rankings. Mater Dei enters the match ranked No. 2 nationally and No. 1 in California, while Cathedral Catholic holds the No. 8 national ranking and No. 3 spot in the state.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":4} --> <h4 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Team Breakdown</strong></h4> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Mater Dei Monarchs</strong><!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Overall Record:</strong> 37-4</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>League Record:</strong> 6-0</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Home/Away/Neutral:</strong> 13-0 / 16-3 / 8-1</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Win Percentage:</strong> 90.2%</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Set Wins/Losses:</strong> 96-25</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Cathedral Catholic Dons</strong><!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Overall Record:</strong> 44-3</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>League Record:</strong> 8-0</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Home/Away/Neutral:</strong> 11-0 / 6-0 / 27-3</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Win Percentage:</strong> 93.6%</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong>Set Wins/Losses:</strong> 106-12</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":4} --> <h4 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Statistical Highlights</strong></h4> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Both teams dominate early sets, with Cathedral Catholic averaging 24.6 points in sets one and two, while Mater Dei stays competitive, averaging just over 23.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Cathedral Catholic has an edge in win percentage and set wins, reflecting their remarkable consistency throughout the season.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":4} --> <h4 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>What to Watch</strong></h4> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Expect a high-intensity matchup featuring elite talent, disciplined play, and a clash of two of the best programs in the nation. Cathedral Catholic's flawless home record and Mater Dei's depth and resilience will make this a battle for the ages.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Which powerhouse will prevail and advance further in the Open Division tournament? All eyes will be on this epic showdown in San Diego.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Team Roster: Cathedral Catholic Dons</span></strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>#1 [player_tooltip player_id='366679' first='Maya' last='Evens']</strong> – Sr., Libero, 5'7"<br><strong>#2 [player_tooltip player_id='535011' first='Nora' last='Bono']</strong> – Jr., Middle Blocker, 5'10"<br><strong>#3 [player_tooltip player_id='712163' first='Sophia' last='Johnson']</strong> – Jr., Opposite, 5'7"<br><strong>#4 [player_tooltip player_id='502791' first='Kate' last='Schneider']</strong> – Jr., Defensive Specialist, 5'7"<br><strong>#5 [player_tooltip player_id='391089' first='Madyson' last='McCarthy']</strong> – Jr., Outside Hitter, 5'11"<br><strong>#6 Lauren Hanson</strong> – Jr., Setter/Defensive Specialist, 5'4"<br><strong>#7 Lauren Boycourt</strong> – Sr., Setter, 5'7"<br><strong>#8 Emma Ewart</strong> – Sr., Opposite, 5'11"<br><strong>#9 [player_tooltip player_id='533581' first='Kalea' last='Lee']</strong> – So., Setter, 5'7"<br><strong>#10 [player_tooltip player_id='502070' first='Bryce' last='Buchner']</strong> – Jr., Setter, 5'11"<br><strong>#11 Sophia LaSala</strong> – Sr., Outside Hitter, 5'11"<br><strong>#12 [player_tooltip player_id='291971' first='Mae' last='Kordas']</strong> – Sr., Outside Hitter, 6'3"<br><strong>#13 [player_tooltip player_id='543100' first='Kensley' last='Hennessy']</strong> – Jr., Middle Blocker, 6'2"<br><strong>#14 [player_tooltip player_id='545272' first='Olivia' last='Greenwood']</strong> – So., Opposite, 6'0"<br><strong>#16 [player_tooltip player_id='712220' first='Allison' last='Dzieciuch']</strong> – Jr., Middle Blocker, 6'4"<br><strong>#17 [player_tooltip player_id='542214' first='Sophia' last='Towle']</strong> – Sr., Outside Hitter, 6'0"<br><strong>#18 [player_tooltip player_id='787194' first='Ana' last='Laverty']</strong> – Fr., Defensive Specialist, 5'7"<br><strong>#19 [player_tooltip player_id='489536' first='Kylee-Jo' last='(JoJo) Wilson']</strong> – So., Outside Hitter, 6'0"</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Team Roster: Mater Dei </span></strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>#2 [player_tooltip player_id='772595' first='Kaia' last='Ciszewski']</strong> – Jr., Outside Hitter<br><strong>#4 [player_tooltip player_id='228680' first='Ayva' last='Ostovar']</strong> – Sr., Setter<br><strong>#5 [player_tooltip player_id='461618' first='Ava' last='Akoubian']</strong> – Sr., Libero, 5'5"<br><strong>#6 Sydney Raszewski</strong> – Sr., Libero/Defensive Specialist, 5'9"<br><strong>#7 [player_tooltip player_id='227273' first='Soraya' last='Dennis']</strong> – Jr., Setter, 5'8"<br><strong>#8 [player_tooltip player_id='482047' first='Westley' last='Matavao']</strong> – So., Outside Hitter<br><strong>#9 Sofia Walker</strong> – Sr., Middle Hitter<br><strong>#13 [player_tooltip player_id='538063' first='Preslie' last='Saunders']</strong> – Sr., Outside Hitter<br><strong>#14 [player_tooltip player_id='451716' first='Kate' last='Scherlacher']</strong> – Jr., Setter<br><strong>#18 [player_tooltip player_id='492684' first='Samantha' last='Capinpin']</strong> – Jr., Setter<br><strong>#19 [player_tooltip player_id='228682' first='Kayla' last='Ostovar']</strong> – Sr., Libero<br><strong>#20 [player_tooltip player_id='391082' first='Addison' last='Coady']</strong> – Jr., Middle Hitter<br><strong>#21 [player_tooltip player_id='228678' first='Layli' last='Ostovar']</strong> – Jr., Outside Hitter, 5'11"<br><strong>#22 [player_tooltip player_id='489519' first='Presley' last='Kiffin']</strong> – Sr., Outside Hitter<br><strong>#24 [player_tooltip player_id='511139' first='Sierra' last='Robinson']</strong> – Jr., Middle Blocker<br><strong>#25 [player_tooltip player_id='482014' first='Ahnika' last='Smith']</strong> – Jr., Libero/Defensive Specialist<br><strong>#26 Emily Clark</strong> – Sr., Setter<br><strong>#28 [player_tooltip player_id='524283' first='Abby' last='Moffett']</strong> – Fr., Opposite, 5'9"<br><strong>#29 [player_tooltip player_id='391915' first='Tiani' last='Shaw']</strong> – Jr., Libero/Defensive Specialist<br><strong>#30 [player_tooltip player_id='455792' first='Emma' last='Kingston']</strong> – So., Middle Hitter</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":1} --> <h1 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>The Winners</strong></h1> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>PrepDig is thrilled to witness the winners of the Regional Finals compete in the highly anticipated State Championship Match on Saturday, November 23, at 6:30 PM at Santiago Canyon College in Orange, California. 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