Sunday, November 09, 2008

Melrose-Central Photoessay

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Melrose faced long odds against an undefeated Central Catholic team, a regional team that draws from many communities, and has a proud basketball tradition. Central prevailed for the second consecutive season, but moves to Division 1 next season.

Don Norris shows his pictorial magic once again in documenting the experience.
Melrose had plenty of unity and spirit, but some critical injuries as well.
_________________________________________________Melrose had some big shoes to fill...
...with Laura Irwin sidelined with an ankle injury.
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At times Melrose was helpless as 6/2" Katie Z. tips over the block
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Sophomore Athena Ziavras went after the slam aggressively.
_______________________________________________________Siena Mamayek goes up against the Central block while the defense crouches ready.
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Hannah Brickley was outstanding on both offense and defense, with Alex Harlow and libero Jess Farr (22)nearby.
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As always, Melrose brought a large and enthusiastic crowd. Notice the low ceiling that contributed to EIGHTEEN balls played off the overhead and many near misses.
____________________________________________________________Hannah had a big task with the Central blocking.
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Hannah hitting into the teeth of the block.
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Siena had a big year with another year of experience.
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Freshman Jill Slabacheski (8) gained valuable experience in her first sectional championship.
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Colleen Hanscom is a force as setter and defender.
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Athena spikes.
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Siena is the picture of concentration.
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There MUST be a story behind this picture.
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Jess Farr had an outstanding season at libero.
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The lead offiicial gives the Central coach a yellow card. The officials deserved a yellow card for having a very consistent but poor outing concerning line calls and net violations. Melrose was the beneficiary of more than their share of calls.
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Hannah tips over Central's athletic duo of Zenevitch and Berg.
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The Lady Raider captains accept the finalist trophy from an MIAA official.
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The team shows its disappointment after a valiant effort but third consecutive runnerup performance in the sectionals. They showed heart and toughness of which they should be proud.

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