End of Season Wrap June 5-6- The first day of the state tournament in Grand Rapids, Mich. was FANTASTIC! TDP Elite went undefeated making it known from the very beginning that we were there to work hard and make a name for ourselves! The inaugural team from Detroit, Mich. did just that, earning the number one seed in the playoffs to follow the next day. Day two began with a slow start and tougher competition. We were facing a team that we had previously defeated the day before to determine which bracket we would play in for the day. We fought hard, but they ultimately fought harder, defeating us in two games. Although the girls were shocked and feeling slightly overwhelmed, this did not stop them from embracing the next game with fierce motivation and determination.
Day two seemed longer than the first and the girls struggled to find their rhythm. With numerous fans there to support the girls and cheer us on with a “Detroit Volleyball” chant, the day, tournament and season ultimately ended with TDP taking third place (in their first-ever state tournament)…not bad! Check out the pics here!
Above and beyond anything, I am extremely proud of the girls for all their hard work, perseverance and determination. Our team motto is “PUSH”, “You can only go as far as you push”. I am elated to say that the girls are and forever will be winners as members of this inaugural season and for doing something that has NEVER been done and pushing themselves to be the best and compete with the best.
May 22- The late day started with competitive pool play at the University of Michigan- Dearborn. The first game, against The Victors- Jen, set the tone for the rest of the day as TDP Elite defeated them in two games. The next game was challenging and more competitive against Top Gun- Black. TDP Elite put up a good fight and played well together but lost both games in that match. The next and last game in pool play was against Ultimate-Tuttle. Although our girls were beginning to show signs of fatigue, they persevered and split the games giving them the fourth seed spot in the playoffs.
The first round of playoffs started with another game against Victors-Jen. The Victors came back with a vengeance and TDP Elite girls gave everything they had, winning the first game 25-23.The second game was just as close and exciting but The Victors won 25-23, forcing a third game. After hair raising volleys, great digs and dominating kills and blocks, the game ended in a tough loss for TDP. Final score was 17-15! Check out the pics here!
May 8- TDP Elite took on the competition in a tournament hosted by the Victors VBC. The day started with a split game against High Impact proceeded by another split game against Skipper CJ. The Elite then won two games over Huron Valley WAVA to earn the first seed spot in the playoffs. TDP beat Skipper JK in the semi final round to advance to the final round against Frenchtown. The Elite played hard despite being exhausted but unfortunately lost in the third and final game. Check out the pics here!
April 25- TDP Elite traveled to Goodrich, Mich. to take on teams from across the state. The TDP Elite Black, coached by Coach Kelli and Coach Chloe, played very well but lost in the first round of the playoffs. The TDP Elite Blue, coached by Coach Cooper and Coach Lewis, lost in the final round of the playoffs.
April 18- TDP Elite traveled to Port Huron. Check out the pics here!
April 11- TDP Elite started of the season right by competing in and winning the Victors Volleyball Tournament. Read the recap! Check out the pics! |
