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Mountain Lions take Colts

Buena almost had second game

By Liz Manring
Herald/Review
Published/Last Modified on Wednesday, Oct 01, 2008 - 05:18:56 am MST

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SIERRA VISTA — The Buena volleyball team lost in straight sets to Mountain View Marana High on Tuesday night.

The scores were 18-25, 20-25, 19-25.

The Colts were down 10-1 in the first game before going after a comeback. They came within five points of the Mountain Lions before losing the first game.

Buena came out strong in the second game, and pulled away early. The Colts were up 18-8 after big serves by Chelsea Reineke and Megan Haymore. The Mountain Lions then outscored the Colts 17-2 to take the game.

Britney Hollabaugh spikes the ball in the first game the Colts played against Mountain View Marana on Tuesday night. (Vera Davis-Herald/Review)

Despite some strong blocking by the Colts’ front line in the third game, the Mountain Lions scored early and the Colts could not answer. Kills by Britney Hollabaugh scored Buena’s last three points before the Mountain Lions took the game.

Individual stats were not available after the night’s game.

The Buena junior varsity and freshman teams each won in two games Tuesday night.

Herald/Review sports reporter Liz Manring can be reached at 515-4682 or by e-mail at liz.manring@svherald.com.

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brian wrote on Oct 8, 2008 7:38 AM:

" let's solve the problem, cut the team and put that money into art and music. No more whining about coaches and poor playing by the "student athletes" and no more overrides. "

What a Joke wrote on Oct 2, 2008 10:06 PM:

" What a waste of time small timers! It's no wonder Buena can never compete with the Phoenix schools! "

a coach wrote on Oct 2, 2008 8:40 PM:

" a good coach doesnt walk out on a practice just because they are frustrated they show girls that just because you get frustrated you can fight through it and show them that your their coach and no matter what happens you will coach them "

former player wrote on Oct 2, 2008 11:10 AM:

" If she is such a bad coach how do you acocunt for the successful boys season last year? the successful girls season two years ago? "

veteran player wrote on Oct 2, 2008 10:13 AM:

" there are several girls on the softball team that aren't playing due to the politics and lack of organization on the team, that is who the person is referring to- I wouldn't say the "best" aren't playing, some choose not to play. They are good athletes, but you can't please everyone all the time, can you? "

concerned person wrote on Oct 2, 2008 10:10 AM:

" perhaps rather than just trashing the coach, we could realize some years the kids just aren't going to win. Did anyone talk to the coach, or the athletic director or the prinipal with suggestions? Maybe the girls could look more disciplined at games (the ones who aren't playing) Maybe they need to work in the summer as a team with camps and clinics, etc- perhaps it is hard for the coach to do everything she does and she may want to let someone else coach, she has earned her rest after all these years. "

TAE wrote on Oct 2, 2008 9:57 AM:

" I find it disheartening that any one would publicly ridicule anyone else for doing the job of coaching/teaching at our high school. It is the MOST important and the hardest job to educate our children. We should be showing support to our coaches and teachers for the tough job that they have. If there is an issue, talking with the coach/teacher personally would show more respect to all parties. Throwing insults via the newspaper is ridiculous and immature. I applaud Mrs. Cooper for working so hard to help out these young girls. "

volleyparent wrote on Oct 2, 2008 9:00 AM:

" Have any of you other parents ever thought that maybe by you putting the coaching staff down that your kids then also lack trust and confidence in their coaches and as a result they don't listen, they don't improve, and therefore the TEAM falls apart. Maybe if you decided to support the coaching staff and the team regardless of your personal feelings your kids might be able to get better, and as a result the whole team will get better and start performing up to YOUR expectations. Also have you ever voiced your opinion directly to the coach? "

colt fan wrote on Oct 2, 2008 7:55 AM:

" It's not that the girls are losing, some years you just don't have the team manpower- it's demoralizing to the team when some girls play the whole time, every game and they make mistakes too, but the team is yelled at. They need some positive reinforcment once in awhile- not being demeaned and told to coach themselves at practice. "

volleyballfan wrote on Oct 2, 2008 7:45 AM:

" What should the coach be doing better?Who should she be playing more? The coaches kid shouldn't be playing you say. Who would you be playing in her place? Is there a setter on the team that is better then her? More dedicated to the sport then her? Have any of you ever been to a practice? I have, and its clearly obvious in practice who is working hard and trying to get better. One of them IS the coaches kid! Shouldn't that be rewarded? Have you people ever touched a volleyball? "

huh wrote on Oct 2, 2008 7:31 AM:

" Where are these best volleyball players in sierra vista you are talking about Former VBplayer? Who are you talking about that isn't playing? "

Robbie wrote on Oct 1, 2008 10:57 PM:

" YEAH STEVE!!!! GO BUENA!!!! GO AMY!!! "

Former Buena Player wrote on Oct 1, 2008 10:55 PM:

" Enough. I am sick to my stomach. As a former Buena Athelete, I cannot believe what I am reading. This is shameful for parents of student athletes to publicly whine. Obviously, as parents, your children are not benefiting from your example. This is their team, support them, good, bad or indifferent. If you can't support your child, the team and the staff, then please remove your child from the program. If you are upset that your child isn't playing enough, grow up. Amy, kick the whiners off the team! "

floop wrote on Oct 1, 2008 9:56 PM:

" steve. yes although this may be true in some cases, a coach should be someone who gives these girls a positive atmoshere and someone to look up to. and that has not been done by her, at all. Have you been to any of the games? she is an immature adult and is not a good example for anybody on that team. anyone can "blame" anybody but the fact of the matter is they have amazing talent on that team, but its people like her who take that away and leave them with nothing but a negative appeal. "

Colt Fan wrote on Oct 1, 2008 9:46 PM:

" But many, many more do not support you. Steve, do you even attend the games??? "

Steve wrote on Oct 1, 2008 9:17 PM:

" I have had youth playing sports at BHS for the past 10 years and it never fails that when things get tough and a team is struggling ... parents & kids start the "blame game"..."if the coach would do this or that" and "my child should get to play more" then the team would be winning and all would be perfect. I for one have stood by the coaches and encourage my children to be team players, give it their all supporting the coach and teammates. Hang in there COACHES MANY DO SUPPORT YOU!!! "

FormerVBplayer wrote on Oct 1, 2008 8:44 PM:

" I read the responses below with great interest. Has anyone asked the question why some of the best volleyball players in Sierra Vista are not playing nor did they play last season? I would strongly suggest to you that it has to do with the coach. How long is the Athletic Director going to sit back and allow Amy to coach. He is very well aware of why the girls have not and will not return to the team and that is due to the coach. Take a good look!!! "

grt wrote on Oct 1, 2008 8:29 PM:

" I too love this team! I agree it has been a frustrating year. What I would like to see is the girls having more passion and fire to win!!! I have watched the past 2 home games and I don't see that competitive, winning desire in the team itself. That has to come within each player!! NOT the coach. "

Past Colt wrote on Oct 1, 2008 7:23 PM:

" This is High School you should play your best players not the coaches kids thats on JV as well. This team is not playing at a level they should be. The Colts are loaded with talent.. Mrs Cooper lacks the skills to get the best out of her players! "

azt wrote on Oct 1, 2008 5:55 PM:

" I read the BLAME story but the problems here are deeper than just a bad coach. Shouldn't a coach be an example and role model on and off the court? "

Colt Fan wrote on Oct 1, 2008 3:24 PM:

" I agree, it's time for a change. There are other volleyball coaches on the staff who are more respected and professional. "

Yet Another Past Colt wrote on Oct 1, 2008 12:27 PM:

" Wow--did anyone see the article Matt Hickman wrote about "BLAME"? "

Colt Fan wrote on Oct 1, 2008 11:54 AM:

" I agree, the team has such great potential and could excel. They need a coach who can cultivate each girl's talent and recognize where that talent is of most use to the team. "

I have to agree but wrote on Oct 1, 2008 10:20 AM:

" She is the only person in the area that I know of that has the credentials and the knowledge of the game to coach. I don't know of anyone else who has both in our area. I think the team doesn't know what kind of coach she will be on a day to day basis. Inconsistent coaching leads to an inconsistent team. "

Another Past Colt wrote on Oct 1, 2008 8:24 AM:

" No it's not just you. She favors players. "

Past Colt wrote on Oct 1, 2008 6:29 AM:

" I love this team!! But I also think its time for coach Copper to step down. Our girls are very talented but are not being pushed. I think she was a good player but not a good coach. Hey but its just me right or is it? "