WMS Volley Tigers

Our first team night will be Thursday, Sept. 11. After practice, we will do a fun craft project that you won't want to miss! Then we will head to the HS for a varsity VB game. Parents can pick up at the HS at 8:00. Bring a snack for after practice and also money to eat at the concession stand if you are hungry!

Lifetouch will be taking team and individual pictures on Thursday at practice. Bring your entire uniform with you! If ordering pictures, be sure to bring your order form and money!

We will not have practice on Tuesday due to early release from school, however on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, we will practice until 5:30 pm.

Try-outs will be held Aug. 19, 20, and 21 immediately after school in the lower gym. In order to try-out, you must have a physical on file with EVERYTHING (insurance!!!) filled out. If you make the team you will need to pay a one time $40 activity fee that includes your activity pass. Our first team practice will be on Friday, Aug. 22, and the "shoe guy" will be there to show us some VB shoes you might be interested in. Let your parents know!

The 7th Grade Team did a FANTASTIC JOB on Saturday at the Marshfield Tournament!! The scores were as follows:

Willard v. Lebanon (win): 25-16, 26-16

Willard v. Buffalo (win): 25-15, 25-14

Willard v. Marshfield (win): 25-13, 25-10

Willard v. Bolivar (win): 25-20, 25-16

Willard v. Rogersville (tie): 25-23, 24-26

And the Championship Game...

Willard v. Rogersville (loss): 23-25, 24-26

You did great! You should be proud of 2nd place!!

This brings the 7th Grade record to: 6-5-1

The scores:

7th Grade (loss): 16-25, 25-11, 24-26

8th Grade (loss):12-25, 14-25

The results from Monday's game:

7th grade (Win): 25-9, 25-11

8th grade (Win): 22-25, 25-9, 25-20

GREAT JOB!!!

There is no school on Friday, September 28, but because we have a 7th grade tournament, we WILL have practice for the 7th graders on Friday at the regular time (2:45).

7th Grade (Loss): 23-25, 17-25

8th Grade (Loss): 11-25, 12-25

The scores from Monday's games are:

7th Grade (Loss) 25-22, 26-28, 23-25

8th Grade (Loss) 13-25, 13-25

WE'LL GET 'EM NEXT TIME!! KEEP YOUR HEADS UP!!

The results of our game on 9/13/07:

7th Grade (Win) 25-17, 18-25, 25-21

8th Grade (Loss) 10-25, 14-25

The results of our first game:

7th grade (Loss) 15-25, 25-28, 11-25

8th grade (Win) 25-15, 25-22

Due to the Labor Day holiday, there will be no school or practice on Monday, Sept. 3!

We will have our team lock-in at the school on Thursday, Oct. 25, beginning at 8 p.m. We will also head to Coach Gomes family farm and have a bonfire! We will have a sign-up so you can bring hot dogs and buns, but also bring a snack or drinks to share. Parents, pick your daughter up by 8 a.m. the next day. There is no school the next day due to Parent Teacher Conferences!

We will be holding an Ice Cream Banquet to honor the team on Tuesday, Oct. 23 at 7 p.m. It will be in the Middle School Student Union. You need to check your uniform and bag in at this time.

We will attend a Lady Bears game as a team on Friday, Sept. 28. It will be a fun event you don't want to miss! We also need parents (with mini-vans or SUV's!!) to help drive the girls. Meet at the school at 6:15 p.m.. We will be back by 9 p.m.

We will attend Varsity Volleyball games on the following dates:

Sept. 18

Oct. 2

Oct. 18

These are all home games. Attendance is not required, but it strongly encouraged. We will eat as a team at Pizza Hut (bring $$$) after practice and walk to the high school. Parent can pick your daughter up at the high school after the match.

Jerseys will be signed out on Wednesday, August 29.

LifeTouch will be taking team and individual pictures on Friday, August 31. Flyers will be distributed at the parent meeting. Money and order forms must be turned in on picture day. Wear your black jersey.

The shoe guy will be at practice on Wednesday, August 29. Team shoes are not required, however if you want to purchase them, they will be between $50 and $60. Money due on Wednesday.

The grueling try-outs are over!! We really appreciate everyone who tried out. We think you all are awesome!!! Click below to see who made the team!!

2007 VB Roster.doc

If you or your parent needs to get a hold of us, here's our contact information:

Coach McKinney (at the middle school)

mmckinne@willard.k12.mo.us

742-2588 ext. 233

Coach Gomes (at the high school)

jgomes@willard.k12.mo.us

Really cool WMS Volleyball t-shirts are for sale for $13.00 each. They are for anyone and everyone who wants to show some Volley Tiger pride! Contact one of the coaches if you want one.

A parent meeting is schedule for Monday, August 27 at 5:30 in the lower gym. It is important for all parents to be present!! Thanks!!

Click on the link below to see the game schedule.

VB Schedule.doc

Try-outs will take place immediately after school on Thursday and Friday, August 16 and 17. Medical Release Forms MUST be turned in before or at try-outs for you to be able to participate!

The try-outs will consist of two cuts. One cut will take place on Thursday, and the final cut will take place on Friday. The list of those girls making the cut each night will be posted no later than 6 p.m. on the gym door.

Just remember to try your hardest and have a great attitude! That counts for more than all the skill in the world! And have fun!