Volleyballers are firing
Shados Inala has hit the ground running in Volleyball Horsham’s A Grade competition with three wins from three starts.
The combination of veteran spiker Tim Popple and high-leaping Jack Hannan has proven to be the difference early in the season, with the experienced duo combining well with first-season setter Hannah Whyte.
Below them on the ladder are the Volleyroos, Nuggets and Phantoms, who have all recorded a win each while Heidelberg is struggling at this early stage of the season, yet to record a win.
In B Grade, Murtoa is the surprise packet recording two wins, with Damian Tanner and Jarrod Khan in good early season form and well supported by Bailey Logan and Beau Pendlebury.
The Dunmunkle crew is chasing last season’s grand finalists Von Steiger Bloods who have also hit the ground running due to having a settled six and benefitting with the return of Adam Harrison.
In C Grade, the Pringles boys have been playing good volleyball in their two early wins, while the old favorite Murtoa Railway is also two from two.
But Horsham College teams – HC Kelsos and HC Rage – have improved immensely, introduced some talented newcomers to their teams and will prove to be hard to beat as the season progresses.
Murtoa Mavericks, who have stepped up from juniors, are another team on the improve.
A women’s competition has proven to be a hit, with all six teams showing good form and enjoying their volleyball.
Three teams – Raptors, HC Thunder and HC Attackers – have all recorded two wins to head the table.
The girls are displaying great skill and enjoying good rallies when they play in a competitive but friendly environment.
The juniors are enjoying their time on the court with some determined play and good skills on display.
Murtoa Geckos are well led by Grace Turner and Archie Gawith and have shown the benefit of playing together in their two wins so far to head the table.
The Saints girls likewise have Rhylee Hateley and Lotus Martin playing good volleyball.
There has been plenty of interest in this competition so far, with youngsters filtering into teams as the weeks have progressed, which is good for the competition.
There is still room in some teams for people keen to play. Anyone interested should email info@volleyballhorsham.com.au.