Emerson-Hubbard goes 1-1 at Lewis and Clark Tournament

The Emerson-Hubbard Pirates beat Allen 2-0, but lost 2-0 to Ponca in the Lewis and Clark Conference Tournament at Ponca on Saturday.

The Pirates downed the Eagles 25-21 in set one, and 26-24 in set two.

The Indians beat Emerson-Hubbard 26-14 in the first set, and 25-16 in the second set.

I thought the Pirates did a good job beating Allen. I think Emerson-Hubbard has definitely made progress as the season has progressed.

The Pirates (4-22) take on Walthill (9-11) in the bunny bracket game of the D1-4 Sub District Tournament at Wisner-Pilger on Monday.

The Blujays beat Emerson-Hubbard 2-0 at their home triangular on October 4th, but went 0-2 at the Lewis and Clark Conference Tournament on Saturday.

I think the Pirates have a shot to win this time around.

The bad news is the winner gets Guardian Angels Central Catholic, and the way the Bluejays are playing right now, upsetting them is going to be very difficult.

It's the postseason though, and anything can happen, so Emerson-Hubbard has to play optimistic and opportunistic volleyball.

I think it would be a big deal for the Pirates to beat Walthill and take on GACC.

Emerson-Hubbard would at least see what it takes to be successful by playing the Bluejays, although a lot these girls probably experienced success in some fashion last year when the Pirates made their big state run.

The season is on the line for Emerson-Hubbard, and I expect the Pirates to play and fight their best Monday evening.

A win over the Blujays would be big for momentum heading into the GACC match and next season, in my opinion.

At the very least, If Emerson-Hubbard can at least compete against Walthill, and take a set or two, I think the Pirates can feel encouraged heading into the offseason.

These girls have to play for each other and have a team first attitude if they want to find success on Monday.

I'm sure emotions will be running high, especially for the seniors, but Emerson-Hubbard has to do their best to remain poised and composed, and not let their emotions get the best of them.

First serve between the Pirates and Blujays is set for 5:00 p.m.