Twin engines Opetaia sisters spike the opposition for Sand Creek

From: The Gazette | Date: November 5, 1999| Author: | Copyright information

On Oct. 13, Sand Creek was just another sub-.500 volleyball team, fighting for its playoff life.

Nine straight wins and a district championship later, the Scorpions (16-8) are in the Region A tournament, poised to make a run at state.

"We've really come a long way," said Sand Creek coach Dale Miller.

After all, his Scorpions have not had a loss since Oct.12, when Woodland Park edged them 15-12, 15-13.

After the setback, Miller decided to use only one setter in Alexis Mable (328 assists) as a change from its regular two-setter offense.

The shift paid off in Sand Creek's 15-13, 15-9 victory over ...

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