Tony Baranek

If a book were to be written about the volleyball career of at Lincoln-Way West, it could legitimately be titled, “Sacrifice.”

Marist’s Maddie Berry was in total control during a 25-13, 25-16 win over Lincoln-Way East in a Class 4A sectional semifinal.

Marist outside hitter has no problem communicating with setter But she does mix it up during matches.

Of course, she dared to dream for more. Marist's , though, had a realistic attitude heading into her first varsity season.

Of course, she dared to dream for more. Marist's , though, had a realistic attitude heading into her first varsity season.

NORMAL — did a lot of good things in the middle for Marist during Friday night's match. Most of them were obvious to all because the ball landed on the court for the kill.

NORMAL — was once one card in a hand of five for Lockport. This season, the 5-foot-7 senior has been an ace at the libero position.

NORMAL — There will be many Marist players who have better final statistics than . The Northwestern recruit missed too much of the regular season due to an injury.

Unstoppable Maddie Berry, a 5-foot-3 setter and Davenport recruit, leads Marist to a 33-9 record and the Class 4A state title.

Five players from Class 4A state champ Marist and four from 4A third-placer Lockport lead way. First Team