Here's a look at the Division I-A semifinal match:

No. 2 Santa Barbara (20-8) vs. Huntington Beach (14-10)

When: Tuesday, 6 p.m., Huntington Beach High

Santa Barbara history:

CIF titles 2000, 2008

CIF finals 1996, 2006

Last year's playoff result: Div. I-A champ

Huntington Beach history:

CIF titles 1996

Last year's playoff result: Lost in 1st round

Players to watch: HB - Haleigh Hampton (MB), Kellie Turner (OH), Andrea Streips (OH), Savannah Clark (lib); SB - n/a

Outlook: The Oilers have their sights set on another upset after beating No. 3 Marymount on Saturday. Hurt by injuries and illness during league, HB is healthy and playing well. Both teams have faced tough competition this season, so both are battle-tested. The Oilers get a boost playing at home, where the home crowd can play a difference in the playoffs.

Prediction: Santa Barbara in five.

More from the girls volleyball blog:

• Girls volleyball playoffs: Division I-AA (updated draw)
• Girls volleyball playoffs: Division I-A (updated draw)
• Girls volleyball playoffs: Division II-AA (updated draw)
• Girls volleyball playoffs: Division II-A (updated draw)
• Girls volleyball playoffs: Division IV-AA (updated draw)

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