Photos: Blackbirds Swarm Titans In Straight Sets
Last Thursday, Jan. 8, the Voorheesville boys’ volleyball team hosted Taconic Hills in a Class C matchup. The Birds dominated in the first two sets then eased off but won in straight sets; 25-7, 25-9, 25-18.
The Enterprise — Michael Koff
Power past the block: Blackbirds’ TJ Andrus brings his right hand behind the ball for an attempted spike as the Titans’ defender looks to block. Andrus had six kills, one block, and one dig.
The Enterprise — Michael Koff
Dominant serve: Blackbirds’ Tyler Schwartz stands on his left tippy toe as he looks at the ball while serving the ball towards the Titans’ side. Schwartz had two aces, one assist, and two digs.
The Enterprise — Michael Koff
Net helper: Blackbirds’ Andrew Schwartz spikes the ball that grazes the net in hopes the ball drops over before the Titans’ defender gets to it. Schwartz had four kills and three digs.
The Enterprise — Michael Koff
Concentration: Blackbirds’ Tyler Schwartz locks his eyes on the ball as he holds up his hands to make a pass towards a teammate.
The Enterprise — Michael Koff
Bringing the power: Blackbirds’ Angelo Brashe brings his right arm back as he stares at the ball to prepare for a spike past the Titans’ defender. Brashe had four aces and four kills.
The Enterprise — Michael Koff
Easy passing: Blackbirds’ Austin Kemmer keeps his eyes on the ball as he brings his arms up to set the ball to a teammate. Kemmer had two aces, two kills, 25 assists, and four digs.
The Enterprise — Michael Koff
Tipped away: Blackbirds’ Ben Reilly leaps up to get his fingertips onto the ball as he blocks the Titans’ shot. Reilly had one ace, seven kills, three blocks, one assist, and three digs.
The Enterprise — Michael Koff
No look hit: Blackbirds’ Ben Reilly uses his right hand to hit the ball in a different direction and away from the Titans’ defenders. Reilly had one ace, seven kills, three blocks, one assist, and three digs.
The Enterprise — Michael Koff
Just sitting there: Blackbirds’ Calvin Pololizio spikes the ball with his right hand as it rolls over the net. Pololizio had four kills.
The Enterprise — Michael Koff
Floater: Blackbirds’ Ian Reilly hits the ball with his right hand as he chips it over the raising hands of the Titans’ defender. Reilly had one ace, two kills, and eight digs.