I saw the match. We lost 3-1. Decent crowd considering it was barely mentioned. Both teams played their regulars throughout. We played well in set 1, up until it was 24-19, then preceded to lose the next 7 points and set 1. Still in shock from that I suppose, they came out and lost the 1st 8 points of set 2 (that’s 15 straight points). They did come back but were too far behind. They then outplayed State to win set 3 but lost the next one.
It seemed the outside hitting was way ahead of the rest of the play.- digging, setting, blocking. It’s early and recruits not here yet.
Carlston looked good, relaxed, but still animated even in this exhibition game. I hope this becomes an annual match with them, unless we get to play in the regular season which would be even better.
p.s. Still remember a sign at St Johns Arena when we swept them to advance to the Sweet Sixteen: One side said “ We’re OHIO. You’re State”. The other side: “We’re Cats. You’re Nuts”.
Last Edited: 4/18/2017 9:39:06 AM by stub