Brookfield/Elm Grove Monthly

By Jeff Hagenau Freeman Correspondent BROOKFIELD — With the match on the line, Graydon Schroeder's killer instinct took over. Schroeder, a 6-foot-5 senior middle blocker, emphasized that by contributing 11 kills and six blocks as the second- ranked Brookfield East High School boys volleyball team outlasted top-ranked Mar- quette 25-22, 15-25, 25-8, 23-25, 15-12 in a spirited Greater Metro Conference regular season finale in front of a large, enthusiastic crowd last month. The dramatic, come-from- behind victory clinched the conference dual champi- onship for East, which fin- ished the league season unde- feated at 5-0. With East clinging to a 13-12 lead in the decisive fifth game, Schroeder established good position in the middle of the net, perfectly timed his leap and delivered a thunderous spike to finish off a critical long, momentum-shifting point. It proved to be a back-break- er as Marquette's return attempt on the following serve landed out of bounds to end the two-hour marathon battle between two of the premier programs in the state. "It was an unbelievable feel- ing to come away with the vic- tory," said Schroeder, who had three kills and three blocks in the final game. "With it being the first conference champi- onship in school history, it was an honor to be a part of it. With it being a close match, points could go either way so it was nerve-wracking and tough from beginning to end." Schroeder was quick to point out that a fast start in the final was a critical turn- ing point in the back-and- forth battle. "In the huddle before the fifth game, I tried to fire up my teammates even more," he said. "At that point in the match, everyone came out motivated, we managed to get off to a fast start and the adrenaline took over the rest of the way." Senior outside hitter Matt Klassen followed with 10 kills and five blocks for the Spar- tans, who advanced to the WIAA state tournament for the second time in school his- tory last year. Six-foot-8 junior rightside hitter Matt Szews had nine kills, four blocks and two service aces. "We came in prepared and ready to play our best tonight," Szews said. "On the final few points, we just tried to let our instincts take over and fight hard for the victory. What we accomplished really hasn't sunk in yet, but we'll definitely take some time to enjoy it." Senior libero Adam Wessel was a steady force throughout the evening, finishing with 12 digs and two aces for East. Sophomore setter Nick Watry added 29 assists for the Spar- tans. "It was a fantastic night," said Wessel, who delivered four consecutive service points during the fifth game. "I've been struggling a little with my serves lately but just decided to stay aggressive and go for it down the stretch. It was just a matter of working through the pressure, putting the ball in a good spot on the court and putting the rest on the shoulders of my team- mates." East coach Tim Owen was thrilled with the way his team responded to the pressure- packed challenge of playing the state's top-ranked team for the conference title. "It was a special victory," said Owen, noting the effort of his seven seniors. "With it being a battle between the top two teams in the state, it really came down to who was able to minimize the runs and take advantage of the momentum down the stretch. "We just answered with our most important run in the fifth game and managed to make a few more big plays at the end. That resilience made the difference." Page 8A • Freeman Brookfield & Elm Grove NOVEMBER 2014 Bill is a dedicated caregiver for Cathy his wife of 60 years. The minute Caregiver Tiffany came to the door and Cathy saw her, it was like a light switch going on. 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Bluemound Rd., Brookfield 240784001 PREP BOYS VOLLEYBALL: Brookfield East 3, Marquette 2 East holds off top-ranked Marquette to win league title Spartans rule Greater Metro Conference WIAA STATE GIRLS GOLF TOURNAMENT Dunn survives weather Charles Auer/Freeman Staff Brookfield East's Josh Schmirler, right, tips the ball over Mar- quette's Eaven Mason. MADISON — Grace Dunn survived a tough second day at the WIAA Division 1 state golf tournament. The Brookfield Central High School senior shot a 77 on the first day and bettered that mark with a 76 on the second day — a chilly, rainy day at University Ridge Golf Course. Her 153 placed her fourth. "I don't mind playing in the rain. I've played in the rain a lot," Dunn said. "The condi- tions weren't fun, but it got so bad that it was kind of fun. It was so windy and rainy that I was like, 'Oh my gosh, the weather is this bad and we are playing in it.' It was kind of fun, and I tried to keep a good attitude." Brookfield Central has been a mainstay at state, this year marking the 22nd time the Lancers have made the trip. Only Homestead has more state appearances with 25. Central has been to state 11 of the last 13 years. Dunn helped the Lancers to a seventh-place finish at 351 in her fourth trip to state. "It was great having gone to state all four years as a team and never have to do it as an individual," Dunn said. "I know I will remember it. I have good friends that came as individuals, but it's not the same. It's still state, but at night you are by yourself. Yeah, you hang out with other teams, but your teammates aren't there." Dunn will play at Drake Uni- versity next year. "Grace is a unique individu- al who has given her entire life to Brookfield Central and its golf program," Central coach Brian Scrobel said. "There's times she's picked up the entire team and put them on her back." Emily Balding tied for 46th at 185, Alexis Romero tied for 67th at 201 and Taylor Moon tied for 32nd at 178. — Pat Neumuth, Freeman Staff

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