Watchung Hills Volleyball Team Falls to Bridgewater-Raritan

The Watchung Hills Regional High School volleyball team dropped a match to Bridgewater-Raritan High School in Warren on Tuesday evening, losing 2-1.

IN SHORT

The Warriors fell in the first set to last year’s state finalists by a mark of 25-21.  The Warriors had a lead as big as six points but after leading 16-12, Bridgewater scored13 of the last 22 points to win 25-21.  Watchung bounced back in the second set, never losing the lead after being ahead 4-3.  Bridgewater however took control in the third set, putting together two separate streaks of six straight points.

WARRIOR OF THE GAME

Alex Varnerin – The junior middle blocker controlled the middle for the Warriors.  She recorded four kills, two aces, three blocks, as well as four digs.

OTHER KEY PERFORMANCES

Shannon Pilsbury – The sophomore outside hitter had four digs as well as five kills.

COACH'S TAKE

“We have a tendency of losing our ball control when we think we’re going to win.  When another team comes back, we struggle with regaining our composure and re-generating our offense.”  - Head Coach Rich Pickrell on his team 

“We played them tough.  We just need to continue be more consistent.  Bridgewater is the best ball control in the team state.  They frustrate you and that helps them win.”  - Pickrell on Bridgewater-Raritan