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On the Family day weekend, our Tigers 13U Black team traveled to Simcoe to compete in the 14U Girls Bugarski Cup – Trillium B on Saturday.   The Waterloo Tigers 13U Black had a long morning by forcing both of their round robin matches to three sets ( vs. Ancaster Lions 14U Red 16-25; 25-20; 15-10, and  vs. Waterloo Tigers Red 14U 25-15; 22-25; 19-17).

The first playoff matchup pitted our Tigers against the Niagara Rapids Surge 14U where they won a close first set (25-23) but turned it around in the second set (25-5). 

After a break, our Tigers were challenged again in the semi-finals, but lost a close match to Hamilton Smash Purple 13U  (15-25; 25-17; 15-17).

This lead to a bronze medal matchup where our Tigers were determined to complete the day on a positive note, winning Bronze against the Ancaster Lions 14U Red (25-23; 25-15).

Well done team. We’re Proud of you.

Our Tigers 18U Girls were at home for the McGregor cup this past Saturday. The team started slow in the morning matches allowing both pool play matches to go to a third set. They won the first set in each match but came up just short in both second sets. They secured first place in their pool with two third set victories. In the third set of the second match vs Niagara Fury the team was down 8-2. A time out and pep talk from the coaches inspired the girls. They dug deep and came back to secure the victory winning 13 of the next 15 points. The match ended 15-10 for the Tigers.

After the lunch break they played EVP Eagles in the crossover. They won the first set 25-19 but came up just short again in the second set, losing 22-25. This meant a third straight 3 setter. They played well again and won 15-11.

Winning the crossover match set up a semi final match vs number 2 ranked MVC 18U. MVC beat their pool play opponents convincingly in straight sets. Our team showed up excited and ready to play against a strong opponent. With nearly flawless passing, imposing serves and precise blocks they quickly got out to an early 8-1 lead. They never let MVC back in it winning the first set decisively, 25-12. They continued playing the best volleyball the team has ever played and won the second set 25-17.

A re-match vs Niagara Fury was set for the Gold Medal. The girls continued their pattern of first set wins defeating Fury 25-18. Playing their thirteenth set of the day one could see the girls slowing a little. Niagara came back and won the second set 25-22. This set up the girls fourth 3 set match of the day. As they had done in the morning match they allowed Niagara to get out to a big early lead. Fury was quickly ahead 8-3. Another time out and talk from the coaches was needed. The time out was fallowed by some precise serving, impeccable passing and zero mistakes. They won seven straight points and we were ahead 10-8. They didn’t allow Fury back in it, winning 15-11.Many tired girls had huge smiles after winning Gold in front of a home crowd. Congratulations to all the players and Coaches. Good Luck in the Championship Division next Month!

This past Saturday, our Tigers 16u Black team marched into Brock University hoping to continue the momentum from their success the previous weekend. Going into the tournament as one of the favorites, our girls quickly won both of their Pool play matches in two straight sets, giving them a bye straight to the quarterfinals. (Grimsby Vipers 15u 25-18 & 25-14)(Jr. Gryphons Black 25-15 & 25-19).

The afternoon round would prove to be more challenging as the competition elevated their game. In the Quarterfinals, the team met a fully energized Scorpions Reign team. After a highly spirited first set against a local rival, the girls regained their composure to take the match in 3 sets (26-28, 25-16 & 15-8).

Our Semifinal match proved to be a back and forth affair with a highly skilled Defensa 15u White team. Long rallies, amazing defensive play and smart attacks were displayed by both teams as the Tigers were able to prevail in a very exciting 3 set match (22-25, 25-22 & 18-16).
Feeling the wear and tear of two straight weekends of highly competitive volleyball and dealing with some nagging injuries, our Tigers 16u Black team would have to face the tournament’s other favorite in the Niagara Rapids Summit team in the Gold Medal match. With the Tigers never quit attitude, some playing in different positions, the girls layed it all out and gave their best effort to make a match of it. Unfortunately, with little left in the Tigers tank, the Rapids were able to take advantage and win the Championship match 25-22 & 25-18.

With their chins held high, and a great show of sportsmanship, the girls received their Silver medals and vowed to even the score should they get a chance to.
Go Tigers!!!