August update!

Ok - so I said the next monthly update would be September, but you are getting a bonus August email as well, you lucky things.  As always I've kept it short!

While the weather hasn't always been ideal, the hard-core beach regulars are still making the most of the sand courts on both a Tuesday (Worthing) and Wednesday (Sussex Volleyball Association).  If you haven't been yet then the 25th August is the day to try it - sun (hopefully), drinks, BBQ and an out of the hat competition….what more could you ask for. 

It was a fantastic turn out from Worthing at the SVA sand competition with Mexican Dream defending their title for the second time (a big thank you to Sandrine and Mark for "volunteering" and doing a great job organising it).  There has also been a strong presence at other tournaments with Damo, Paulina and Marco winning the triples, Worthing Baa Baa's winning Men's Div1 at Ashcome and a number of other teams/players from Worthing doing well!  There is already talk of entering teams into Bath and Sandbanks next year!

Fee's

A quick reminder - this is the last month at the old monthly instalment rate and from 1st September local league fee's go up to £15 per month as agreed at the AGM.  You will need to advise your bank of the change or amend it yourself via on-line or telephone banking (by 31st August).  Richard will be monitoring the September bank statement closely, please make this transition easy for him by setting this up promptly.  This fee covers hall hire for games and training, courses for officials and coaches, curry and awards at the AGM, sand court hire, affiliation with Volleyball England and SVA,  player registration with SVA as well as equipment (balls, posts and nets etc.).  This still represents great value for money compared to other clubs and sports. 

Fixtures and the New Season

The coaches will be getting together in early September to sort out the teams to try and balance squad numbers and introduce new players.  If you are playing this season and can't make training in the first week of training (I know some people will be on holiday), can you let me or your coach know.  This will help us get the numbers and balance of the teams right for the season.

The fixtures coordinator has happily ensured we double headers for all our games, but if we need to rearrange any games as single headers, another team will be assigned to officiate.  Please work with your team secretaries to ensure your team provides enough officials and remember we must provide first and second ref's, two scorers and a minimum of 2 lines managed every match. To help it be another successful season we need everyone to take their turn officiating, please don't leave it to the same people each time.  If you aren't confidant in a role then speak to me and I can arrange for someone to coach you.  If anyone is interested in going on the new format one day officiating course then let me know.

Speaking of officiating - a reminder that the new net rule is being applied this year i.e. any net touch is a fault not just the white band at the top.

Key dates

Beach Competition and BBQ - August 25th

All Standing orders for local league should be amended to £15 - 31st August

Local League indoor training starts - 1st September

Local League games start 13th September

Please keep an eye on our web site and Facebook page/group for additional information, match reports and pictures.  Don't be shy….get involved, send any photo's, match reports and news to Andy or Dan to go on the website or post to the Facebook group! 

If you aren't a member yet, then the SVA have their own private Facebook Group, which they are using to share more information.

http://www.worthingvolleyballclub.blogspot.co.uk/

https://www.facebook.com/WorthingVolleyballClub?ref=ts&fref=ts

https://www.facebook.com/groups/131892616993064/?ref=ts&fref=ts

Cheers

Dan

Worthing Ladies NVL AGM Awards

After an awesome season that saw our ladies crowned champions of NVL Div2 South it was time for some awards at last night's AGM.

- Chantelle picked up Player of the season.

- Dan picked up some beers and a new "Coach" hoodie.

- The team picked up individual league winners medals and the championship trophy.

- The great support the team have received was recognised with some "super fan" awards!

An awesome season and well done to all players, coach, session coach and supporters!

More Awards

Some more pictures from the AGM and this time it is a selection of the fun awards thanks to Dan.

- Andrew Crockett picked up the STIG award for his driving skills.

- Emma picked up the "Strop of the Year" award.

- Trees managed to steal Mark's "how to make friends and influence people" trophy or was it the "I don't like your face" award!

- Longest Rally went to Smack.

- Yours truly picked up Jurno of the year!

- Sabrina won the "cabbage" award.

- Sylvia picked up "coach" of the year!

- Sintija won a special "commitment" award along with a new disguise!

- Vlad picked up a special "Yorkie" award and "no Damo you cannot have any as they are for men only" (burn!)!!!!!

- Highlight of the evening was the I wish I was Matt Lay award.........and the winner is........

AGM Awards

So tonight we held our AGM which included our annual awards for player of the season, most improved players and numerous less serious awards. Vipers player of the season went to Damo Jets player of the season went to Maciek Sharks player of the season Kish Devils player of the season went to Mel Demons player for the season went to Juliette Angels player of the season went to Katie Ladies NVL player of the season went to Chantelle Lost improved player went to Dominic and Tanya Nigel's accolade went to Emma

   

 More pictures and news on the less serious awards including a new award for journalist of the year to follow!

Monthly Update From Dan.

Hey, So that's it for another season, hopefully you have all enjoyed it!! This is the last monthly update until the end of August/September and as an added bonus you'll now have a break from Teamer too! 

Angels in their first season have progressed quickly and surprised a number of teams, ensuring early on that they wouldn't be propping up the table. 

Demons last night played Teela and as always this went the full distance of five sets, with the winners taking fifth spot in the league. Unfortunately Demons couldn't quite get to the finish line first, but played some good volleyball and if they could have sided out a little earlier on a couple of rotations it would have been a different story. 

Devils finished their season away to Crawley ladies, missing Brinee and with an injured Sintija and Mel. By hustling hard, they managed to overturn a 2 set and 7-1 deficit in the third, to claim a 3-2 victory, thanks to help from Robyn, Illona and the welcome return after maternity leave of Em and Agi (they were loudly supported by Agi's mum and Amy). That means they win the league undefeated - Congratulations Devils! 

The Sharks took a little longer to get off the bottom of the table, but two victories late in the season were enough and for the first time in a few years Sharks have played the majority of games this year with a full Sharks squad or just one player helping out! Now they have worked out who is playing where and have a bit more structure to their play, hopefully they will be able to push on in Div2 next year. 

Jets last year took it to the final game of the season to ensure their survival in Div1, this year they have won or taken all their home games to 5 sets (except against Vipers) and early on won enough games to stay up, finishing the season with a comfortable 3-0 at home. 

Vipers after a slow start losing to Crawley and Brighton fought back and put themselves in a fantastic position where a win at home to Brighton would give them the League title on sets difference. It wasn't to be, even after a storming start to the game winning the first set, so they ended up second in a transitional year and will be looking to start next season strong! It was good to see Mark on court for the first time in a while even if he was looking a little nervous with his first serve 😉 

The Worthing Ladies National League team, have won back to back promotions, winning the Ladies South division 2 league, which means they'll be doing a little more travelling next year as they enter National League Div1 which covers the whole of England and Wales…..Boom!😈 

The plan for the next two weeks is… A mini tournament tomorrow, Tuesday 21st April if you can turn up between 6:45-7 to warm up and we'll start shortly after that! So fairish teams can be picked, can you let me know if you are planning to attend either via teamer or message me. Hope you've been nice to Andy, as he picks the teams and as we all know his team have won the last three tournaments - Just saying! 

Finally it’s the AGM (in case you hadn't heard!) on the 28th April, it's looking like there's going to be a big turn out, which is a really positive sign that everyone has enjoyed the year and like the format of the AGM, either that or you all want to join the committee! 7:15 -7:30 Meet in the bar at the John Seldon 20:00 Food will be ready 20:30/21:00ish the AGM will start For those of you that aren't local/haven't been before here's the address; The John Selden, Half Moon Lane, Worthing BN13 2EN After that its's beach and tournaments all the way through to the end of August! There's no teamer for beach, we have the courts every week and we'll make teams up on the night. Although you might want to check the Facebook page/group if the weather isn't so great before heading down! Catch you then Dan

Worthing Club AGM

Hello, So we are in the final few weeks of the season….five weeks and 12 fixtures to go across all 6 local league teams and just the two games National League! We are now starting to make a few arrangements for the AGM, the details are below… Annual General Meeting We will be holding the Worthing Volleyball Club AGM on Tuesday 28th April . It will follow the format of previous years. Venue - John Selden pub, Half Moon Lane, BN13 2HN 19:30 - Meet in the bar for a drink 20:00 - There will be a choice of two curries (which is free for all paid up members or an alternative for those that aren't keen on curry) 20:30/21:00 - The AGM will be held, were we report on this year and consider arrangements for next year (League entries, subscriptions etc.) The meeting will include various awards for the year, some serious and some just for fun. The agenda is below, if you would like to cover any additional topics please let me know. Agenda Chairman's Address Secretaries Report Treasurers Report League Entries Election of Officers Membership fees Summer arrangements AOB Awards To help ensure we order enough food and can start thinking about next year can you let me know 1) Whether or not you will be attending the AGM 2) Would you like a curry or alternative 3) Currently are you planning on playing in the indoor league next season (September 2015 - April 2016) Communications The hits and interaction via the Facebook page have been good this year and most teams use either Facebook messager groups or Whatsapp to organise, which seems to be working well alongside the website and Teamer. Following feedback last year we introduced the monthly email update. Can you let me know if you've found it useful, if there is anything else that should be included or if there is too much already (I do tend tmble on), If anyone has any suggestions for improving our communications or any any other aspects of the Club please let me know.

Who Fancies A Beer and a Curry!

No training on the 3rd March as the sports hall is unavailable. Alternative plan is drinks and a curry. Meeting at the Rose and Crown at 19:00 and then wandering over to the Chilcha at 20:00.

Everyone is welcome - if you could let Dan know if you can make it , he will make the necessary reservations!

It's Christmas......well it's October and we are planing our festive socials!

For all Club members Local and National we are trying somewhere new for the Christmas meal Limings Mexican restaurant.  Our Social Secretary Amy is organising this for 2nd December and the booking needs to be confirmed ASAP so speak to her quickly if you want to come!

We can't get into the hall on 25th November so there will be no training but instead we will be going over to the Chilli Pickle for a curry and then Ice-Skating.  Let Dan know if you are interested in joining in part or all of the evening.

Christmas mini triples tournament will be run instead of training on 18th December followed by drinks at the North Star.  A Teamer will go out shortly so Andy can try and get even-ish teams (by coincident "Team Lay" won last year consisting of Andy, Matt and Katie!) please respond to the teamer or let Andy know if you can make it.

Tuesday at the beach

The sun came out Tuesday and our Social Sec leapt into action, quickly organising an impromptu barbecue.  It was great to see such a good turnout of club members and a couple of new people!

Thanks to Andy and Em for cooking and Richard for tidying up.

Hopefully Dani is feeling ok after eating a burger that makes a steak tartare look well done!

AGM and key messages

As we are approaching the end of the season we are starting to make arrangements for the Club AGM, the details are below along with a few other bits and pieces... 

Annual General Meeting
We will be holding the Worthing Volleyball Club AGM on Tuesday 6th May.  It will follow the format of previous years and will be held in the Function room at John Selden Pub, Half Moon Lane, BN13 2HN. 19:30 - Meet in the bar for a drink.20:00 - There will be a choice of two free curries for all paid up members or an alternative for those that don't want a curry.20:30/21:00 - The AGM will be held were we report on this year and consider arrangements for the next year (League entries, subscriptions etc)The meeting will include various awards for the year, some serious and some just for fun. Then more drinking! To help ensure we order enough food and can start thinking about next year can you let me know1) Whether or not you will be attending the AGM2) Would you like the curry or an alternative3) Do you want to play in the indoor league next season (September 2014 - April 2015) 

Communications
This year we have tried communicating more through social media including Facebook and Twitter rather than sending out a constant stream of emails.  The blog has had regular match reports for the majority of teams as well as publishing all the key messages including that weeks fixtures and training details.  We have continued using teamer for arranging training and games (for those of you with smart phones there is a free app which simplifies responding further).  All of this has reduced the volume of emails. How have you found this? What have you found useful or enjoyed and is there anything you would like to see more or less of?  

Sunday 15th April
There is a single header game at the High School starting at 20:00 (Devils vs Brighton Teela) can anyone help out lining, scoring etc?  We will have social games between 18:00 and 20:00 a teamer will follow shortly. 

Beach League
We have been talking about starting a beach league at the Worthing Sand courts on aWednesday evening 18:30-20:30.  The format would be mixed teams of three. For this to take off it would require 7-12 teams can you let me know if you would be interested in taking part?  Cost would be around £2.5 - £3.5 per week per person depending on the number of entries.  This will be an open league with hopefully entries from all the local clubs, but as we are the biggest and most local I expect that the bulk of the teams would have a Worthing player in it! 

Club Kit
If anyone would like one of the Club hoodies can you let me know what size you want and if you would like your team and/or nickname/name on it those details too.  The hoodies are about £15 and there is a small additional cost for printing your name.

Competitions dates
Sussex Cup 15th June 
This is a one day tournament that is free to enter for teams registered with the Sussex League.  Teamers will go out nearer the time but save the date!

SEVA
For the top two teams in the Ladies and Men's 1 divisions.  Devils can you save the date and hopefully Vipers will be representing Sussex again this year.  Andy Crockett try not to book a holiday on the 31st May...Just saying!31st May Men1st June Ladies

Doubles and Triples
This is a fun competition run by the club which should hopefully help towards keeping the cost of our monthly fees down and give you an enjoyable day or two's volleyball.  Use the facebook group page or spread the word about if you are looking for a team mate!  If you need a hard copy form I have a few, so catch me at training.

Volleyball players aren't competitive!

With the sports hall out of action the club annual bowling social was on the cards.  The Devils with their Latvian not so secret weapon were keen to show the boys how it should be done.  Worryingly it was like a Sunday night the shouts of "yeeee haaa" and "that's the way I like it" were coming thick and fast from the middle lane.  With Gem, Chantelle and Em all supporting Sintija with strikes and spares.  While poor Richard was single handedly keeping the Jets/Vipers hybrid team in the running with this text book technique and pin point accuracy.  Joshy, Matt and Dom took a different more traditional Volleyball approach, if they don't all go down hit them harder and faster next time!  In the far corner Mickey was leading his mixed barbarian team made up of the best of the best........and Robyn!  Sintija had the highest score of the first game with a very nice 143.  The boys through a good team average managed to just hold out for victory by the slimiest of margins! 

In the second set Dan and Sintija scrapped pin for pin in a competitive battle that amused the crowd, while Mickey (for a change) quietly build an insurmountable score of 179!  Again the boys came first, the girls second and even with the highest score of the night Mickey's team came last....again!  Dom found success with the two handed between the legs throw and Gemma was on fire pulling out strikes and spares for fun while Agata was consistent getting 9's and spares with the odd strike thrown in with her unusual bowling style! 
After all the banter, shouting and shenanigans we all trooped off to the Mahaan for a well earnt curry and pint of Cobra or pineapple juice for Trees!

Micky's mixed Team

The Devils (minus Robyn :( )

Jets/Vipers (Winners!)

The Devils

Sintija Bowling from behind

Sintija Bowling from the front

Bowling and Curry - Tuesday 4th March

As we can't use the hall next Tuesday 4th March - We thought we would use the time for our annual bowling night! Can Jets retain their title or will this years favourites the Devils continue their current run of form?  All anyone can say with certainty is the Vipers don't look a promising wager!

Everybody is welcome just let Dan or Amy know so they can book the lanes and curry.

6:45 meet in the bowling alley
7:00 bowling
Curry when we finish depending on numbers!

Hope to see you there!

Fitness Training

This year Freda has kindly offered the Club use of Durrington High School on a Monday between 18:00 and 20:00. Theresa is running a fitness session there, with the aim to reduce injuries as well as increase performance.

It's free for all Club members, so come along and try it out - here's a little taster to try and tempt you!

Get involved with the Doubles and Triples tournament!

Worthing Volleyball Club (Emma) will be running the annual Doubles and Triples Tournament at Southwick Leisure Centre over the weekend of Sat 3rd and Sun 4th May 2014.

This is a fun tournament for all standards of player.  Last year Worthing was well represented on both days and hopefully we will have even more teams enter this year!

Triples Winners - Mark, Trees and Damo

Semi finalists Chantelle's Rejects - Chantelle, Jimmy and Mickey

By entering as well as getting a great day or two of Volleyball you are helping to keep down the monthly subs, which I'm sure the treasurer will be bringing up again at this years AGM.

There is a Facebook event for this so please spread the word by "sharing" and inviting anyone you think would enjoy taking part!

Get involved - attached is the entry form with all the details.  It is also available on the Club website and on the Facebook event.  Good luck!

https://www.facebook.com/events/498157720294191/

http://worthingvolleyballclub.blogspot.co.uk

Oh and it would be a great help if we can get a few volunteers to help set up the courts on the Friday evening, 2nd May and/or help out on the day.  Please let Emma, Andy or Dan know if you can help or if you have questions.

Christmas Tournament

Another good turn out for the now annual Christmas Tournament resulted in a great nights volleyball. Six teams battled it out for the title and all managed at least one win with the eventual winners taking the chocolate! Much to the organisers embarrassment the "Lay's" managed to win 4 out of 5 games to win by a narrow margin. It was a great evening followed up by a few beers and something to eat at the North Star.

Sussex Volleyball Association - Social Beach Tournament

Sussex Volleyball Association (Freda) ran a social beach tournament today for all Sussex volleyball teams at Worthing Sand Courts.  It was a cracking day with 3 Worthing and 1 Ashcombe Team entering on their home turf.

Don't worry boys I'll take this one, you just stand there and try to look pretty!

The Mexican Dream Team (Trees, Damo, luis and Em) ran away with first place but the plate was close with speedy gonzales (Andy C, Sabrina, Amy and Dan) just taking it on points against Ashcombe  (Dom, Robyn, Edvin) who fought back to take the second set. 

Last week at the Beach

We will be moving training back indoors to Worthing High School from Tuesday 20th August, with the usual start time 18:00 for the girls and 19:30 for the fellas.

This means that 13th August will be our final beach session and we have decided to end the beach season with a mixed threes or fours competition and a BBQ.

Can you let me know if you want to join in the BBQ and/or the competition.  It be the usual format for the BBQ, minus our head chief as Andy is on holiday.  Amy will buy the food and drink and it normally comes to about £4-£5.

Sandbanks Beach Volleyball Tournament 2013

 For the small group that travelled to Sandbanks the weather gods were kind and we had glorious sunshine all weekend.  A fantastic time was had by both the mixed fours teams and Team Minions made the eventual winners work hard in the second days semi final.  Thanks to Trees for organising the weekend and Carl and James for driving!  

Congratulations to Dom who won the under 16's mens div 2 doubles tournament!

Captain Trees getting prepared for her next game

Damo's new weekend look

The Beach Bums - Ready for Action on Day1

The Minions dressed to impress

Summer BBQ

Finally some great weather on a Tuesday evening meant it was time to have a BBQ. Thanks to Amy for sorting out the food.