The Lincoln-Way East Invitational boys volleyball tournament returned with a bang after a two-year hiatus, providing a look at the teams that could be vying for a state championship.
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Lincoln-Way East coach Kris Fiore and his players celebrate a play at the 30th Lincoln-Way East Invitational, April 29-30.
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Nationally ranked Glenbard West celebrates is Lincoln-Way East Invitational championship over an Indiana power on April 30.
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Lockport hitter Matthew Krzos was named to the Lincoln-Way East Invitational’s all-tournament team.
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Sophomore setter Evan Dziadkowiec of Lockport, one of the top setters in the state, gets ready for an assist attempt.
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Lockport’s boys volleyball bench has fun after a point at the Lincoln-Way East Invitational.
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Lockport’s players react to a three-game, third-place victory over Lincoln-Way East. It was the first time since 2015 that the Porters beat the Griffins.
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Lockport coach Nick Mraz watches as his team finishes third in the talent-heavy Lincoln-Way East Invitational.
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Lincoln-Way East Invitational all-tournament player Jared Byas gets ready to serve for the Griffins.
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Jon Guch of Lincoln-Way East pounds down a shot against Lockport on April 30.
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Lincoln-Way East’s Tyler Walenga gets ready for takeoff for a kill attempt in the Lincoln-Way East Invitational.