Systematic Victory

The gym was packed, the sound was deafening, and the energy was palpable as the one loss Galena Pirates paid a visit to Stockton to take on the one loss Blackhawks in their conference rematch.

"I think this is all going to come down to which team can play in system," said Galena head coach Dennis Wills before the game.

Truer words were never spoken.

In game one the Pirates put on a clinic as they riddled the Blackhawks from every angle. Gracie Furlong led the way with five kills, while Mya McCoy had two, Leah Heller had two, and both Layla Cagney and Kendra Bauer had one. The Pirates also reco...