The 15-U Predators are back home with medals around their necks.
Playing in a Volleyball Manitoba Premier Tournament over the weekend, the Predators strung together an incredible stretch of games and when up against adversity in the bronze medal match, the Parkland-based team found a way to rise to the occasion, winning bronze in the process.
The Predators had a perfect round-robin, downing BVC Jill, the Blizzard and the Bandits. The Predators then beat the Wild to advance to the quarterfinals and hitting their stride, the team beat the Carman Spurs in two sets to advance to the semifinals.
Up against an excellent Bisons Brown team in the Final 4, the Predators battled, however, they lost in three sets. The defeat dropped the team to the third place match which was an entertaining one against Team Dynamo. After dropping the first set, 28-30, the Predators had to win two straight. They picked up the second set, 25-23, and dominated the third set, allowing just six points and a celebration followed as they earned a bronze medal competing against many of the top teams in the province.
"Our girls played so hard and this is much deserved," said Dave Sigvaldason. "Thank you to all of our fans for your support, it's much appreciated."
The Predators have a home game in Grandview on Thursday night against RCV at 7:00 p.m.
