Tag: Volleyball

Zeeland East to Welcome Holland HS and Area Youth for Conference Kickoff and Innaugral Youth Night

The Coop at Zeeland East will look a little different this Tuesday as the volleyball program hosts its first annual Youth Night for all ages to come and see what Chix volleyball is all about in 2026. Students, friends, club teammates and families are all welcome to attend. The Chix will introduce 2026 Varsity Assistant… Read More Zeeland East to Welcome Holland HS and Area Youth for Conference Kickoff and Innaugral Youth Night

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New Era, Familiar Expectations: Szetela Takes Over Zeeland East Volleyball

ZEELAND — There is a new face leading Zeeland East volleyball this fall, but the expectations surrounding the program haven’t changed much. Jake Szetela has taken over as head coach of the Chix varsity volleyball program following the departure of longtime coach Sara Mulder, and the first two weeks of competition have provided an encouraging… Read More New Era, Familiar Expectations: Szetela Takes Over Zeeland East Volleyball

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High-Stakes Volleyball: Byron Center, Grand Rapids Christian & Rockford in the 2025 MHSAA Tournament

Byron Center Bulldogs Byron Center entered the postseason with a strong 36-5-2 record.  In the Quarterfinals, the Bulldogs faced Ann Arbor Skyline.  Notably, earlier in the postseason Byron Center captured its first Regional title since 1993, a big moment for the program.  Their Regional Final was against Lakeview, with the match held on November 13. … Read More High-Stakes Volleyball: Byron Center, Grand Rapids Christian & Rockford in the 2025 MHSAA Tournament

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2025 Emily Duits Memorial Sand Volleyball Tournament a Huge Success

Lake Odessa, MI — On Saturday, July 26, 2025, the Emily Duits Courts at the Lake Odessa Fairgrounds buzzed with energy as the annual Memorial Sand Volleyball Tournament welcomed over 30 teams from Youth, High School, Recreation, Competitive—and for the first time, a new “Glory Days” division—turning the event into a full-day celebration of volleyball, remembrance… Read More 2025 Emily Duits Memorial Sand Volleyball Tournament a Huge Success

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Forest Hills Eastern Welcomes Padley Gallagher as New Varsity Volleyball Coach

ADA, MI – Forest Hills Eastern has found its next leader at the helm of its volleyball program, naming Padley Gallagher as the new varsity head coach. Gallagher joins the Hawks after four successful seasons leading the varsity squad at Kenowa Hills, bringing with her a strong reputation for player development, team culture, and competitive… Read More Forest Hills Eastern Welcomes Padley Gallagher as New Varsity Volleyball Coach

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2025 Far Out 16 Gold Elite Division – National Champions at AAU Nationals

Orlando, FL – June 25–28, 2025 (Wave 4) In a dominant showing at AAU Nationals Wave 4, FaR Out 16 Gold (Elite division) stunned the competition by finishing undefeated, earning the national championship in their division. Across the four-day tournament, they posted a flawless 12–0 record, amassing 24 match wins and dropping just 4 sets. Day 1 –… Read More 2025 Far Out 16 Gold Elite Division – National Champions at AAU Nationals

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Kent City Rolls In Showdown with Lakeview Volleyball

JV and Varsity programs both garnered victories over visiting Lakeview High School volleyball. The night was capped with the Eagles completing the clean sweep of the Wildcats and digging deep into the rotation on “Dig Pink” night, which featured both teams sporting special pink jerseys with Kent City’s bearing the names of loved ones impacted… Read More Kent City Rolls In Showdown with Lakeview Volleyball

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