In 2017, Ohio volleyball easily could have been sponsored by the Gomer Pyle Rehabilitation and Bandage Service. His “Surprise, Surprise” catch phrase would have been apropos as unexpected injuries and maladies caused immediate and serious recalibration almost from the get go for Deane Webb and his staff.
“Our younger players had a trial by fire last year and grew faster than what was expected because that’s what was required, especially after losing our two captains for the season,” Webb said. “Now they are coming back, along with the others who are coming back to them and all are prepared to perform at that high level.