Bay Port girls volleyball will play for Division 1 state title
Bay Port girls volleyball defeated Kimberly to reach the state championship match for the first time in program history.
Ashwaubenon's Bay Port girls volleyball team has secured a spot in its first Division 1 state championship match. The victorious Pirates defeated No. 2 seed Kimberly in a Division 1 semifinal at the Resch Center on November 6, taking the series 2-0. They will face first-seeded Divine Savior Holy Angels in the title match on November 7 at 7:30 p.m. Bay Port's record is now 26-8.
Senior outside hitter Brenna Derousseau led the way with 23 kills and a .442 hitting percentage. Junior outside hitter Alexia Stephens contributed 11 kills. Head coach Mackenzie Hurst praised the team's spreading offense, solid defense, and efficient service receive, while commending the trust in Derousseau and Stephens to execute.
Derousseau elaborated on her connection with Stephens, mentioning the importance of visualizing the block and finding open spots. Hurst emphasized the team's focus on enjoying each match during the postseason, and the Pirates' determination to continue their winning streak in the championship game, aiming to take their game to the next level.
Divine Savior Holy Angels, the opponent, has reached the state tournament five consecutive seasons, having won three titles from 2022 to 2024 and finishing as runner-up last year.
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