Central Bucks East Boys Volleyball Preview

CENTRAL BUCKS EAST BOYS VOLLEYBALL PREVIEW

Coach:  Rob Minschwaner (3rd year)

Assistant coaches:  Steve Eaton (3rd year);  a Ryan Fogelsong (1st year); Scott Geller (3rd year); Joel King (3rd year)

Last year’s record:  7-9 (League & Overall), Advanced to District Playoffs

Notable losses:  Jeff Wolf –MH; Shane Donovan – Opp; Greg Sawyer – MH; Steve Raitt - OH

Key returners:  Anthony Cupo – Sr./OH; Nick Bennett – Jr./MH; Trevor Clemens – Jr./Opp; Kyle Dolf – Jr./S; Mike Donovan – Jr./L

Others to watch:  Jack Perrotta - Sr./OH; Nick DeSalvo – Sr. MH;  Tim Haus – Jr./Opp; Colby Talia – Fr/DS

Strengths/Question Marks:  We have a strong group of returning players who have good ball control.  Our passing should be good.  We are lacking size, and the loss of Jr./MH Steve Caucci with a season-ending knee injury really hurts.  If we are able to block well, our passing should be top notch.

Outlook:  With a very good core group of returning players, our goal is to continue to improve as a program.  Last year was the first time our team made districts in a long time, and we working to get back this year and advance deeper than last season.  Three of our players, all juniors this year, were honored with postseason recognition last year, including Nick Bennett (Middle Hitter), Kyle Dolf (Setter), and Mike Donovan (Libero).  These three are solid leaders and along with senior Anthony Cupo, should provide a stabilizing influence to our team. 

GAMES TO WATCH:   All of them!

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