New Era

Preseason is for gaining confidence and finding weakness. That is exactly what happened this past week for the Indians. It was a total success as we competed with 2 of the best teams in the state of Florida. Both matches could have gone either way and our coaching staff is very pleased as we start the regular season on the road at Lakewood Ranch on Tuesday night @ 7 and we will return home on Thursday vs Bayshore HS. Our New Era has begun!!!! As we are not used to losing, Friday and Saturdays practice was extremely focused (and tough). If we had played easy or mediocre teams, we would be going into regular season blind and ignorant. Its not how good you are but how often you are good. Any team can have a good showing once in awhile but it is those teams that stand the test of time who are successful.
Also, veniceindianvolleyball.com will have a new look here in the next few days so keep checking back. I think you will like the new look!

Venice sweeps home opener!!!!!!

Venice def. Ft. Myers in 3 tonight 25-21, 25-23, 25-13. It was a classic Venice win with disciplined defense and passing, aggresive swinging, and a whole lot of guts. Both teams stayed very even the 1st 2 games until about 20 and then the Indians put it into high gear. The Wackos were out in full force which really sparked a lot of energy into the match. Looking forward to seeing a great crowd for the Championship on Thursday night at 7 against Berkeley Prep.

Big Sis/little sis program

To all freshmen and JV players:

Many years ago, Venice Volleyball was the first to launch the Big sister and little sister program. All players on the freshmen and JV teams will get a big sister from the Varsity team. This program is designed so our volleyball athletes support each other and help through the good times and the bad. A big sister is there to help talk through problems or may share in her victories as well. We want all of our athletes to feel part of our program and this is just one way to fulfill it. Not only does it help kids on the freshmen and jv teams but it helps promote leadership from the varsity players because leaders are not born but made. Your big sister will be announced the week of Aug. 25th

Fundraiser Tuesday August 26th

DELICIOUS Gold Rush BBQ Sandwich with 1 side , dessert and a drink
FOR ONLY $7.00
starts at 4:30 Location: Outside cafeteria eating area: next to gym parking lot.

212° - The Xtra Degree

Parent Meeting

There will be a Volleyball meeting for parents and players on Thursday, 8/21 at 7:30 PM. Please plan to attend.

In the news

Many of our fans like to follow our VHS graduates as they excel on their college teams. Here are their college websites: (click on the player)

Lisa Hough

Nickie Halbert

Kaylee Ream

Casie Richards

Julie Howlett

Good luck to all of these girls. VHS is rooting for you! Also, Lisa Hough will be the captain for the Mountaineers this year.

*****After leading her Georgetown Hoyas in kills last year, Dana Dumas has decided to stay at the school but not play due to the fact that she has changed her major to Nursing which demands many hours and the two would just not work out.***********

Practice cancelled!!!

Due to the storm, practice has been cancelled Mon and Tuesday. Stay Safe!