Lady Buffaloes to see familiar faces in regional tournament
The McAlester volleyball team hopes the experience throughout the regular season will give the Lady Buffs an edge in the regional tournament Monday. The Lady Buffaloes finished the regular season 8-31 but their record is not necessarily a good indicator of how the season went. In total, McAlester played 19 ranked teams throughout the year, grabbing two of those wins from 15th-ranked Tulsa ...
McAlester's Lady Buffaloes volleyball team is gearing up for the regional tournament on Monday, drawing on their regular season experience to gain an advantage. Despite finishing the season with an 8-31 record, the team has shown significant improvement, having beaten 19 ranked teams throughout the year, including two wins from 15th-ranked Tulsa Memorial and 16th-ranked Glenpool.
Coach Chris Burns attributes the team's progress to their resilience and skill development, stating they have cleaned up mistakes and have improved their performance. The Lady Buffaloes will face Noble and East Central in the regional tournament, joining Noble and East Central in Shawnee. McAlester has previously faced both Noble and Shawnee, losing both matches 2-0.
The team's confidence stems from their understanding of Noble as a formidable opponent, and they hope to avenge past losses. Coach Burns emphasizes the importance of believing in their abilities and trusting their teammates to overcome challenges. McAlester's collective experience and confidence could be crucial factors in their performance at the tournament.
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