Tigers Compete Against Top Teams In State At Koller Classic
The North Allegheny boys’ volleyball team faced off against some of the top teams in the state at the Koller Classic this past weekend. The Tigers reached the second round of the tournament before being ousted by host Central York, 25-20. Reigning state champion and No. 1-ranked Parkland defeated Northeastern in the championship match.
The Tigers earned splits in pool play against Penn Manor and Emmaus, and defeated Cambridge Spring, 2-0 (25-22, 25-15), before ultimately falling to Central York in tournament action. Helping pace the Tigers were sophomores Jason Stiefvater and Canyon Tuman who posted 30 kills each. Luke and Eric Visgitis combined for eight blocks and added 15 and 13 kills, respectively. Libero Danny Lebovitz collected 51 digs, while setter M.J. Barton had 68 assists.
North Allegheny returns to section play on Tuesday night with a visit to North Hills. Start time is set for 7:00 pm.
JV Update: NA took first place and defeated Cumberland Valley in the final, 25-9.
Pool B
NA split with Penn Manor, 22-25; 25-19
NA split with Emmaus, 25-17; 18-25
NA defeated Cambridge Spring 2-0, 25-22; 25-15
NA lost to Northeastern, 20-25; 25-27