The two teams will square off tonight with what will feel more like a mid-term rather than a final, as there will be another meeting in three weeks.
Alisal, who didn't win a non-tournament match last season, is battle tested with back-to-back five set wins. In fact, it's 3-0 this year when forced to a fifth set.
The Eagles, who have been to the postseason three straight years, have had a little easier path to their fast start, having swept their last four opponents behind the efforts of setter Metzly Aguiano.
The senior has an abundance of hitters, offering timely sets to the likes of Aaliyah Foster, Karmyn Anderson and Vivika Padilla.
An argument can be made the strength of both teams is their defenses. Foster has been a menace in the middle of the net.
Alisal has countered with middle blocker Destiny Plascencia, who had seven blocks in Tuesday's win over Monterey. Nayeli Munoz and Yesenia Tijerina have blanketed the back row.
Production at the net for Alisal starts with Samantha Montelongo, with America Mendez and Miriam Ochoa taking turns feeding their teammates in a two-setter attack.
The rivalry has been one sided of late, with the Eagles having won the last six matches.
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