Fundraising Deadlines Extended!

The deadline to turn in artwork and payment for an advertisement in our 2012 TVC Program Book has been extended to February 15. 

Save Around Toledo Coupon books are still available for purchase. Books can be picked up during office hours.

Mixed Bag Catalogs should be in by Wednesday February 1st. 

Please contact Alison Mugler at 419.794.4656 or alisonmugler@gmail.com with questions.

Recruiting Clinic

Sunday, January 29th
LCRC Clubhouse
6:00 p.m.
Conducted by: Scott Carter of Carter EXCEL-ERATED Performance and Consulting.

Scott currently coaches at Hiram College and has coached at Kent State University and University of Kentucky.  College Coaches across the country use Scott's player evaluation service in their recruiting efforts.  In addition to his wealth of experience, Scott's perspective is unique and helpful as you begin or continue your recruiting journey.

If you are interested in playing volleyball in college at any level, this is a clinic you will want to attend.  This clinic is recommended for all players and parents who are on 15 -18 teams  There is no cost to TVC players.  The cost for non-TVC players is $40.00 and is payable at the door.

Please RSVP to Michelle Hills, mwhills@buckeye-express.com by Friday, January 27th to let me know how many from your family will be attending.

Brie Hagerty, TVC 18-1 coach and Conditioning Director Adds "College Coach" to her resume!

Congratulations to Brie, as it was announced today that she was hired as  Women's Volleyball
Head Coach at Defiance College.  Brie will start next week and take over the program that has 14 of 18 letter winners returning.     Brie will not be totally trading in her Royal Blue TVC gear for the Defiance College Purple- as she will continue her responsibilities as the 18-1 head coach and director of conditioning.  We are pleased to announce that Angela Parisho will join the TVC 18-1 coaching staff to assist Brie.  We are also excited to announce that Jonathan Shapiro will be assisting Brie in the work-out room.

Follow the link below to read all about Brie's new job.  You will also enjoy her video introduction.  Has anyone seen her hair not in a ponytail? 

Hagerty will begin her tenure with the DC volleyball program on January 17.
http://www.defianceathletics.com/news/default/86/1898/

Let’s Get the Season Started!
TVC Club Practices Start this Week1

It is hard to believe that within a few short weeks, our teams will be hitting the tournament trail.  I know that some have been practicing over the holidays, but the official start of practice is this week.  Here are a couple of things to think about.

1. Please be on time for practice and/or conditioning sessions.  On time, means 15 minutes early (unless earlier as directed by your coach) so that you can get your gear on and be ready to take the court.
2. Leave your cell phones in your bags and turned off until the completion of practice.  If your parents have an emergency and need to get in touch with you during practice, they can call the TVC office at 419-794-4656 or your coach.  Texting with friends is not an emergency.
3. Do not wear your volleyball shoes to practice.  Wear other shoes (and eventually I suppose, boots!) and change into your shoes in the gym.  This will save wear and tear on your shoes and will cut down on the dirt on the courts.
4. Do not walk on the courts in your street shoes.
5. Please place all bags and coats, etc. along the North and South Walls.  If you do not know which wall is the North and which is the South- here is a little hint- No bags should be along the concession stand and restroom walls (West) or the Back Wall where the Setter Nets are (East) Please place bags on shelves whenever possible or against the wall.  There should not be bags in the middle between the courts.
6. Remember, that you must notify your coach BEFORE practice if you will not be at practice.  Regardless of the reason, if you do not notify the coach in advance, it will be considered an unexcused absence.
7. Parents are welcome to sit and watch practice provided you are not a distraction to the coach, your daughter or her teammates.
8. Players may not wait outside for their rides.  Parents should come in and wait in the vestibule if you do not want to come into the gym.  We do not want players waiting outside.  Please be on time when picking up your daughters, as the coaches will not leave until all of their players are picked up. 
9. If you are driving yourself to practice, please lock your car doors and lock any valuables in your trunk out of sight.   We have had car break-ins in the past and hire off-duty police officers to patrol the lot, but it is still good practice to keep your doors locked and bring your purses into the gym.

TVC is pleased to offer our congratulations to Katie Felix, who has accepted an offer to play for Edinboro University. 

Katie, a 6' senior setter from St. Ursula Academy  who helped lead the Arrows to a 28-1 record this past season, will join the Edinboro Flying Scots in the Fall of 2012.  Edinboro is Division 2 School that competes in the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference.  Katie will play for Coach Missy Soboleski who is in her 7th year at Edinboro.  Congratulations to Katie and her parents' Judy and Tim on an excellent choice.

TVC Alum Finishes College Career in High Flying Style

Congratulations to Mo Pierzchala, (TVC 2008) who recently finished her college playing career at West Liberty College in West Virginia.  Mo received numerous honors over the course of her career.  The highlight was finishing with over 1000 digs and 1000 kills becoming just the 2nd player in school history to accomplish both.  Congrats to Mo on a great career! 

Wheeling Jesuit Scores a TVC
hat trick with their latest
2012 commitment!

Congratulations to Abby Wietrzykowski (TVC 17-1) who has recently committed to Wheeling Jesuit University to continue her volleyball career and studies in the fall of 2012.  Abby is an OH and is a senior at Central Catholic.  She will join her fellow TVC teammates, Madison Strall and Emily Blank at Wheeling Jesuit.  WJU is a Division 2 School that plays in the WVIAC League and recently won their conference with a 18-0 record in conference play.  Abby, Maddie and Emily will play for Christy and Matt Benner!  Congratulations to Abby  and her parents, Steve and Judy.   Looks like Dad will have to buy more tape for his video camera!

Jocelyn Uchic commits to Clarion University!

TVC Player Nominated for Michigan's "Miss Volleyball" Award

Emily Blank, 6-3, Outside Hitter, Temperance Bedford: A first-team all-stater in her junior year. She went to the state semifinals in 2010 and won six tournament championships. In 211 games, she recorded 602 kills and 119 blocks. She has a 3.98 grade-point average. She has committed to play volleyball at Wheeling Jesuit .

TVC Welcomes New Coaches to Staff

TVC is delighted to welcome several new coaches to our coaching staff.   These coaches collectively have extensive collegiate playing experience, professional playing experience, college and club coaching experience and three are former TVC players. 

Jeanette Abbott       
Jeanette is a first year assistant at the University of Toledo.  She joined the UT staff this past summer after spending two years as a volunteer assistant at St. Louis University and Virginia Tech.  She played collegiately at Clemson University where she was a two-time captain and highly regarded OH, receiving numerous post-season awards including Honorable Mention All American.  Jeanette is originally from the Chicago area and played for Sports Performance Volleyball Club.  She won the USAV National Championship in 2005.  Jeanette will be coaching 15’s for TVC.

Vicki Brown            
Vicki is returning to TVC after a hiatus where she returned to play professionally in Europe.  Vicki played for TVC, graduating from Start High School in 2004 and played four years at the University of Illinois as  a MH.  She is presently a graduate assistant at the University of Toledo.  We are thrilled to welcome Vicki back to Toledo and TVC.   Vicki will be coaching 16’s for TVC.

Leanne Gleim                     
Leanne is new to Toledo, having just relocated with her husband and baby boy from Tallahasee, Florida.  Her husband is a professor at the University of Toledo.  Leanne is from Indiana and played collegiate ball at Southern Indiana University.  She was a graduate assistant coach at Florida State and coached club in the Florida area.  Leeanne will be coaching 15’s or 16’s for TVC.

Rachelle Hagerty   
Rachelle is no stranger to TVC, having played her club career here.  She graduated from Defiance High School in 2005.  She, along with her sister, Brie hold numerous high school records in Ohio.  Rachelle played for the University of Minnesota and finished her career at Ball State University.  She is currently pursuing a graduate degree in Public Health.  Rachelle will assist Brie at 18’s this year.

Molly McCabe                     
Molly has a long tie to TVC, having played for the club from 11-17.  She graduated from St. Ursula in 2007 and went on to play at UT-Corpus Christie and then Winthrop.  She graduated from the University of Dayton and coached club for Dayton Juniors.  Molly will be coaching 13’s or 14’s this coming season.

We will be finalizing all of our coaching staff positions in the next few weeks.  But, I am very thrilled about our latest hires and wanted to get the word out!