Only Glenbard West stood in its way. New Trier’s boys volleyball team captured runner-up honors at the state volleyball tournament on June 4 at Hoffman Estates High School. Glenbard West, which has only lost two matches in two seasons, downed the Trevians 25-15, 25-15. Under the direction of coach Sue Haak, NT ended up 36-6 on the season.
Photography by Joel Lerner

New Trier’ captains, Peter Hindsley and Henry Lindstorm, bring the 2nd place trophy to head coach Sue Ellen Haak.

New Trier’s Billy Fauntleroy celebrates a kill in the championship.

Teammates cheer on Billy Fauntleroy during introductions prior to the state championship.

New Trier’s Henry Lindstrom rises up to hit a kill against Glenbard West.

Peter Hindsley of the Trevians follows through on hit against the Hilltoppers.

New Trier’s Michael Tamkin comes up with a dig in the final.

New Trier’s Niko Gjaja celebrates point in the state quarterfinals against Lincoln-Way East.

New Trier’s Joe D’Attomo spikes the ball during the IHSA state quarterfinal.

New Trier’s Niko Gjaja saves an errant pass that turned into a devastating spike for Joe Attomo late in game 3 during the IHSA state quarterfinal.

New Trier’s Alex Chang makes a diving dig during the state quarterfinal.

NT coach Sue Haak receives her state medal.