The season for the Drumheller Volleyball Club (DVC) girls U-17 team is now underway.
Having started to practice as a group approximately three weeks ago, the girls played in their first tournament of the year this past weekend.
The tournament was hosted by the Queen’s Ultimate Volleyball Club of Red Deer, and played at the Innisfail Middle School.
Ten teams in total, from places such as Ponoka, Cold Lake, Athabasca, Cutknife (Saskatchewan), Calgary, Rocky Mountain House, and Lloydminster, provided competition.
In round robin play on Saturday, the DVC first met up with Calgary, defeating Calgary 25-4 and 25-9.
The second set was against Rocky Mountain House, who DVC defeated 25-20 and 5-12.
The third match was a tough one against the hosting Queen’s team. DVC fell short, losing 25-13 and 25-17.
The fourth match was against Lloydminster and was split. DVC lost the first set 25-23, but won the second set 25-21.
Advancing to quarter final play on Sunday morning, the girls were up against a persevering Cutknife team and lost both sets. Scores were close at 26-24 and 25-23, and the girls finished fifth overall.
All in all, the girls and coaches were pleased with their performance this weekend, and they provided much nail-biting entertainment for fans in the stands.
The team is looking forward to their next tournament Saturday, March 20th at Olds College.
