Panthers dominate Sonics in an all-Vernon clash to reach the semifinals at the B.C. High School Volleyball Championships. Action-packed highlights inside!
All-Vernon Clash Heats Up the Championship
The energy was electric at the Panther Pit on Friday, Nov. 28, as two Vernon rivals met in a high-stakes quarterfinal match at the B.C. High School Senior Girls AAA Volleyball Championships. Win, and move on. Lose, and go home. Nothing felt casual. Everything felt personal.
The Road to the Rivalry
First, both teams had to earn their way to the showdown. Seaton Sonics swept Richmond’s R.A. McMath Wildcats in the morning with scores of 25-21, 25-22, 25-22, pushing hard on every serve. Meanwhile, the Vernon Panthers impressed their home crowd with a dominating sweep over Abbotsford’s MEI Eagles 25-7, 25-18, 25-10.
Consequently, anticipation soared. Finally, the rematch fans wanted became reality. The Sonics had last defeated the Panthers on Nov. 15 for the Valley title. Therefore, revenge was on the menu.
Panthers Strike Back in Front of Home Crowd
Before a loud and loyal Vernon crowd, tension crackled. Then, momentum shifted instantly. The Panthers came out fearless and took control early. They swept their rivals 25-17, 25-19, 25-22, proving their earlier loss was history. Fans roared, players celebrated, and confidence surged.
Afterward, the Panthers secured a semifinal spot against the top-seeded Point Grey Greyhounds of Vancouver. That match takes place Saturday at 10 a.m. at the Panther Pit.
Other Big Quarterfinal Battles
Meanwhile, excitement spread across multiple gyms. Surrey’s Holy Cross Crusaders faced the College Heights Cougars of Prince George, and the Notre Dame Jugglers met the Crofton House Falcons in a Vancouver showdown. Additionally, three Okanagan teams reached the Elite Eight a strong showing for the region.
Valleyview’s Run Ends Against Top Seed
Although the 11th-ranked Valleyview Vikings of Kamloops fought hard and advanced with a sweep over Vancouver’s York House Tigers, they later fell to powerhouse Point Grey. Still, they impressed fans with grit and determination.
Next, the Sonics will meet Valleyview at 8:30 a.m. Saturday at Kalamalka Secondary to battle for a top-five finish.
What’s Next?
Then comes the final stretch:
- Semifinals: 10 a.m. Saturday at VSS
- Bronze Match: 1:30 p.m.
- Championship Final: 3 p.m.
Boys Division: Vernon Christian Advances
Even more local pride followed. In the Senior Boys A bracket, the Vernon Christian School Royals ranked No. 2 defeated the seventh-ranked Unity Christian Flames of Chilliwack. Earlier that morning, the Royals earned their spot with a strong sweep over the Duncan Christian Chargers 25-20, 25-19, 25-16.
Rivalries, Roars, and Rising Stakes
Again and again, momentum changed. Again and again, teams pushed limits. Furthermore, every match raised the stakes and fired up fans. Consequently, the finals promise drama, energy, and unforgettable finishes. Soon, only one team will raise the championship banner. Until then the battle continues.
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