Central Jersey: Boys’ Volleyball Players to Watch
We all miss the action and the excitement on the volleyball court. Now with the potential of high school volleyball in sight, let’s take a look at some of the top players returning for Boys Volleyball. Today’s list focuses on…
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Continue ReadingWe all miss the action and the excitement on the volleyball court.
Now with the potential of high school volleyball in sight, let’s take a look at some of the top players returning for Boys Volleyball. Today’s list focuses on players from Central Jersey.
Jack Dooling (Christian Brothers)
Dooling led the team with 144 kills as a sophomore in spring 2019. He also tacked on 85 digs, 12 aces and 10 blocks. With a full year already under his belt, Dooling was ready for a repeat performance. Now, with last season scrubbed, he will be coming out with a purpose to ensure not just his success but his teams’ success as well for Christian Brothers.
Tom Palluzzi (Wall)
Palluzzi stood out as a sophomore in helping Wall roll to a 15-win season in 2019. He finished second on the team with 107 kills and 14 blocks. He’s now going to step into the role as the team’s No. 1 hitter and is going to be an important player at the net. He will also be looking to bump up his 15 aces. Watch for Wall to run the offense through Palluzzi in his senior campaign.
Christian Trevino (St. Joseph Met.)
Trevino collected 138 kills, 110 digs and 30 blocks in an injury-shortened sophomore season. He was a part of four-key returning players for St. Joseph and they were a team with championship aspirations in 2020. Trevino will now carry the load in his senior season, expect for a monster year.
Aaron LaPlaca (Old Bridge)
LaPlaca was one who sat behind a plethora of quality hitters for Old Bridge. Last year, he was going to step up into a heightened role on the squad. Now, he’s the primary option for Old Bridge, it will be a challenge for him but I expect great things. Back in 2019, he had 68 kills and 20 blocks so the ability is there.
Sneh Shah (Colonia)
Shah was a focal point for Colonia as the setup man for the high-powered Colonia offense. His ability to pass with pinpoint accuracy from anywhere on the floor is what made him dangerous in his sophomore campaign where he had 563 assists and 116 digs. If Colonia wants to have a special year, it will come down to Shah’s passing ability.
Expect these boys to be a critical components to ensure their teams have great seasons. They will all be coming out to play with a purpose without being able to play high school volleyball in almost two years when their season begins in April.