Volleyball

Volleyball 2023 Round Up

The 2023 Volleyball program has officially come to a close. This term, teams competed in grueling multi day competitions, the Vic Open or the Australian Volleyball Schools Cup. All Eltham teams played with great spirit, sportsmanship and character. Each team and player should be proud of the growth and development they have made this year. 

For the Vic Open, on the final day of competition, 11 of the 12 teams entered were playing for a medal. An incredible achievement. In the end Eltham High School walked away with 7 medals. 

Year 7 Girls Navy - Div 2 Silver

Year 7 Girls Red - Div 1 Silver 

Year 7 Boys Gold - Div 2 Bronze

Year 7 Boys Navy - Div 2 Silver 

Year 7 Boys Red - Div 1 Gold 

Year 8 Boys Navy - Div 2 4th

Year 8 Boys Red -  Div 1 6th

Year 8 Girls Gold - Div 2 Bronze

Year 10 Boys - Div 1 4th 

Year 10 Girls - Div 1 4th

Year 12 Girls - Div 1 Gold 

Australian Volleyball Schools Cup - Gold Coast

Four teams competed in the pinnacle school volleyball event. All four teams qualified for the Honours Division of the competition, meaning they played against the top three teams from every State. Our newest team, with no prior experience, described the competition: “each game is like a final”. Competition was fierce throughout the week. Eltham teams made the school proud with a collection of strong results and amazing determination. Fantastic character and resilience was demonstrated by each player and team throughout the week. 

Year 8 Girls Honours - 4th Place

Year 9 Girls Honours - 5th Place

Year 9 Boys Honours - 7th Place 

Year 11 Boys Honours - 4th Place

These events conclude the program for 2023. Hopefully, everyone has had a great experience being part of the Elite Sports Program and have felt that they have grown and developed as people as well as volleyballers. 

A quick note to relieve any confusion, Anthony Young will continue in the role as Elite Sports Coordinator (Volleyball) for 2024. 

Have a restful holiday, and see everyone for an exciting 2024.

ANTHONY YOUNG, Elite Sports Coordinator