Volleyball
16 July, 2024
Horsham Volleyball to focus on juniors
Volleyball Horsham will switch its focus to its junior membership this term with the Junior Country Championships in September to be hosted by the Association, the primary goal.
After a positive first half of the year, with silver and bronze medals from their division one teams at the senior country championships last month, and improved performances from division two and three teams, the attention will swing to the juniors in preparations for a home championship.
For the first time Volleyball Victoria will offer a junior country championship for under 19, 17 and 15 at the same time, aimed at associations, academies and schools, with Volleyball Horsham keen to have representation in all three divisions for both boys and girls.
Volleyball Horsham vice-president Matt McLoughlin says there will be two selection trials held over the next two Wednesdays, in order to give as many juniors as possible the opportunity to be considered for selection.
“Being a home championship, we’re encouraging as many of our members to get along to the trials, so they can get the opportunity to represent Volleyball Horsham in front of their families and friends.”
“We have some wonderfully experienced coaches keen to pass on their knowledge to these youngsters, which will benefit them not just for the championships, but also for their volleyball development.”
“To demonstrate our commitment to helping teams with their development, we’ll be looking at potentially placing these representative teams into various grades of competition so they can get maximum court time, under match conditions, where possible.”
“As an example, our under 19 boys’ team could be entered into the A grade, while our girls’ team could be placed into the women’s competition.”
“Once selection trials are complete, these discussions will be had with potential team members.”
The selection trials will be held at St Brigid’s College stadium between 630pm and 730pm over the next two weeks.
Members interested in participating but can’t make it are urged to contact Volleyball Horsham on info@volleyballhorsham.com.au with their EOI.
WINTER SEASON ENTRIES
After a record summer season of volleyball which saw 44 teams participate, Volleyball Horsham is gearing up for another huge season of volleyball commencing at the end of this month.
Entries are now being taken for all grades of competition with submissions closing on July 26.
There has already been great interest shown, in particular in the Wednesday night women’s competition, while there are good numbers across all other grades anticipated.
To assist those interested in participating, two come and try nights will be held on July 22 and 24 between 730pm and 830pm at St Brigid’s College stadium.
For those interested whether they are team or individuals, just visit the Volleyball Horsham website for the registration link with enquiries to info@volleyballhorsham.com.au .