Join us tonight when the Scorpions take on the Hart Indians.
Frosh Soph starts at 4 pm.
Junior Varsity starts at 5 pm.
Varsity starts at 6 pm.
This is our last preseason game. There are no games during Spring Break. After Spring Break we start our regular season games.
Thursday, March 25, 2010
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Camarillo Rebounding from a sub-par '09
Did you see the article about the Scorpions Volleyball team in the Ventura County Star?
Camarillo Rebounding from a sub-par '09
by Loren Ledin
It was an unfamiliar and uncomfortable place the Camarillo High boys’ volleyball team found inself occupying a season ago.
Third place in the Pacific View League’s final standings.
“That was the first time in 10 seasons we hadn’t finished first or second,” says Camarillo coach Rob Vandermay. “It wasn’t a very good feeling for the entire team.”
A year later, the Scorpions look like a serious contender for the league championship.
Camarillo has begun the season at 9-2, including non-league victories over Ventura and Buena. The Scorpions fell behind 2-1 in games to visiting Ventura on Tuesday night, then stormed back for a 25-21, 25-27, 15-25, 25-19, 15-11 victory.
Camarillo had a good reason for its third-place finish last season — youth, youth and still more youth.
“We were very inconsistent,” said Vandermay. “We were mostly sophomores and juniors last season, and it was difficult for us to sustain a high level of play. We would play well for stretches, then fall back into some bad play.”
The Scorpions still have youthful look. Only four seniors are on the roster, including top hitter Connor Hoybjerg. Junior setter Jesse Flitt and junior hitters Danny Reilly, Christian VanOuwerkerk and Jose Rojas all play key roles.
“They’ve grown up together,” said Vandermay. “They know each other, and they know how to play together as a team.”
Vandermay believes this year’s team is one of the deepest in school history.
“It doesn’t matter what rotation we’re in — we’ve got a bunch of guys who can play,” he said. “We don’t have any weaknesses.”
As the Scorpions elevate their consistency on the court, they no doubt draw inspiration from their coach. The only coach the program has known recently celebrated victory No. 150.
Among Vandermay’s accomplishments was directing the Scorpions to the CIF-Southern Section Division III championship in 2003.
“A lot of coaches have probably reached 150 victories a lot sooner than I have,” said Vandermay, who also coaches the girls’ team.
Camarillo Rebounding from a sub-par '09
by Loren Ledin
It was an unfamiliar and uncomfortable place the Camarillo High boys’ volleyball team found inself occupying a season ago.
Third place in the Pacific View League’s final standings.
“That was the first time in 10 seasons we hadn’t finished first or second,” says Camarillo coach Rob Vandermay. “It wasn’t a very good feeling for the entire team.”
A year later, the Scorpions look like a serious contender for the league championship.
Camarillo has begun the season at 9-2, including non-league victories over Ventura and Buena. The Scorpions fell behind 2-1 in games to visiting Ventura on Tuesday night, then stormed back for a 25-21, 25-27, 15-25, 25-19, 15-11 victory.
Camarillo had a good reason for its third-place finish last season — youth, youth and still more youth.
“We were very inconsistent,” said Vandermay. “We were mostly sophomores and juniors last season, and it was difficult for us to sustain a high level of play. We would play well for stretches, then fall back into some bad play.”
The Scorpions still have youthful look. Only four seniors are on the roster, including top hitter Connor Hoybjerg. Junior setter Jesse Flitt and junior hitters Danny Reilly, Christian VanOuwerkerk and Jose Rojas all play key roles.
“They’ve grown up together,” said Vandermay. “They know each other, and they know how to play together as a team.”
Vandermay believes this year’s team is one of the deepest in school history.
“It doesn’t matter what rotation we’re in — we’ve got a bunch of guys who can play,” he said. “We don’t have any weaknesses.”
As the Scorpions elevate their consistency on the court, they no doubt draw inspiration from their coach. The only coach the program has known recently celebrated victory No. 150.
Among Vandermay’s accomplishments was directing the Scorpions to the CIF-Southern Section Division III championship in 2003.
“A lot of coaches have probably reached 150 victories a lot sooner than I have,” said Vandermay, who also coaches the girls’ team.
Camarillo rallies to edge Ventura in five games
from the Ventura County Star:
Camarillo High boys’ volleyball coach Rob Vandermay brought his team outside and told them not to come back into the gym until they were ready to play.
And his Scorpions responded by taking the final two games of a five-game thriller with visiting Ventura on Tuesday night, 25-21, 25-27, 15-25, 25-19, 15-11.
“I was proud of the way they responded,” said Vandermay.
Danny Reilly had 15 kills and five blocks, Christian VanOuwerkerk and Connor Hoybjerg had eight kills apiece, Jesse Flitt had 40 assists and Jose Rojas had 10 digs for Camarillo (9-2).
Tylour Mullaney and Kevin Tanner had 15 assists apiece for Ventura (8-2), which was without starting setter Zach Svenson. Michael Henchy and Dustin Neary had 10 kills apiece.
Camarillo High boys’ volleyball coach Rob Vandermay brought his team outside and told them not to come back into the gym until they were ready to play.
And his Scorpions responded by taking the final two games of a five-game thriller with visiting Ventura on Tuesday night, 25-21, 25-27, 15-25, 25-19, 15-11.
“I was proud of the way they responded,” said Vandermay.
Danny Reilly had 15 kills and five blocks, Christian VanOuwerkerk and Connor Hoybjerg had eight kills apiece, Jesse Flitt had 40 assists and Jose Rojas had 10 digs for Camarillo (9-2).
Tylour Mullaney and Kevin Tanner had 15 assists apiece for Ventura (8-2), which was without starting setter Zach Svenson. Michael Henchy and Dustin Neary had 10 kills apiece.
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
Scorpions Vs. Cougars
Just a reminder, our Scorpions Boys Volleyball team will be hosting the Ventura Cougars tonight.
Be sure to come support our boys!
Be sure to come support our boys!
Monday, March 22, 2010
This Week in Scorpion Volleyball
Tuesday, March 23 the Scorpions host the Ventura Cougars.
Thursday, March 25 the Scorpions host the Hart Indians.
Frosh Soph plays at 4 pm.
Junior Varsity plays at 5 pm.
Varsity plays at 6 pm.
Come show your support for your teams and your school spirit!
Thursday, March 25 the Scorpions host the Hart Indians.
Frosh Soph plays at 4 pm.
Junior Varsity plays at 5 pm.
Varsity plays at 6 pm.
Come show your support for your teams and your school spirit!
Friday, March 19, 2010
Scorpions motivated for a return to the top of PVL
From the Camarillo Acorn:
Boys’ volleyball team has a bad taste in its mouth from last season
By Eliav Appelbaum
eliav@theacorn.com
THROW YOUR HANDS IN THE AIR—Camarillo High’s Garrett Carney, center, and Danny Reilly leap to block a shot during the school’s alumni game Wednesday evening. With a talented roster, the Scorpions look like title contenders in the Pacific View League.
WENDY PIERRO/Acorn Newspapers
The Scorpions are mad, and now they want to get even.
Camarillo High’s boys’ volleyball team had placed first or second in league for 10 straight seasons—until last year, when the Scorpions finished third to Oxnard and Rio Mesa in the Pacific View League standings.
“I didn’t like it,” Camarillo head coach Rob Vandermay said after practice on Monday.
Vandermay does like the Scorpions’ chances to make a run at a PVL championship with this year’s squad. Camarillo entered this week 7-2 overall.
“At least three teams will compete for the title, and that will make us all better for the playoffs,” the coach said. “It will be a challenge. It will not be easy.
“I like this group. They have a lot of fun, and I trust them and I respect them. They’re fun players and fun people.”
Nobody better exemplifies the Scorpions’ loosey-goosey nature than senior opposite Garrett Carney, a second-year varsity player nicknamed “Orange,” his favorite color.
Carney, 17, has been riding BMX race bikes since he was 3. One time he ate 1½ pounds of hamburger meat at an F. McLintocks restaurant in San Luis Obispo for a free T-shirt.
“He marches to a beat of a different drummer,” Vandermay said. “His teammates accept him for who he is and like him for that.”
Carney isn’t just about fun. He’s out to win, too.
“I want to win a league title and go far in the CIF playoffs,” the senior said. “We have fun at practice, but we’re serious at the same time.”
Jesse Flitt, a setter and team captain, has improved his court awareness and improved his passing. The junior, who played basketball his first two years at ACHS, distributes the ball to all three hitters along the front row, and keeps defenses on edge.
“We have great team unity,” said Flitt, who also enjoys surfing. “We’re good defensively, and we can run a quick offense.”
Senior Connor Hoybjerg, an outside hitter, is the other captain. Hoybjerg leaps high to hammer the ball down for spikes.
The captain said he wants the Scorpions to improve their passing and play with more energy.
“When we play well, we’re pumped up,” said Hoybjerg, who plans to study neuroscience at Brigham Young University.
“If we mess up or get down on ourselves—that hurts. We need to play with intensity all the time, regardless of the score.”
Jose Rojas is a defensive specialist who plays at a consistent level, Vandermay said. Rojas can also play libero.
The junior said Camarillo communicates well on the court, but there are always elements to improve.
“We’re struggling with serving,” said Rojas, who was one of only a handful of varsity players working out after Monday’s practice ended.
“We need to stay consistent and put points on the board.”
Other Scorpions are also playing well.
Junior outside hitter Christian Vanouwerkerk has improved his strength and is another tall hitter who can smack the ball hard.
Middle blocker Danny Reilly, a 6-foot-6 junior, can intimidate opponents with his size and athleticism.
“When he gets a good set, it’s like thunder comes down hard,” Vandermay said of Reilly.
Shaun York and J.T. McGinley add depth at middle blocker. York is a solid all-around player who can jump high but needs to work on the mental aspect of the game.
McGinley, the only sophomore on the team, hits hard and jumps high. McGinley’s still honing his blocking skills.
David Florick uses his lefthanded shot at opposite. Defensive specialist Pace Martin’s passing is improving.
The Scorpions hosted their first Cam Classic, an 18-team tournament, on March 6.
Vandermay, now in his 14th season leading the boys, has won five league titles and a CIF-Southern Section Division 3 championship in 2003.
“We have a solid six players on the court at all times,” the coach said. “We have a solid front line and back line. This year, the chemistry is great. It makes coaching fun.”
http://www.thecamarilloacorn.com/news/2010-03-19/Sports/Scorpions_motivated_for_a_return_to_the_top_of_PVL.html
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Varsity vs. Alumni Match - featuring Alumnus Eric Vance
Wednesday night we will have our Varsity vs. Alumni match at 6:00. This one will be unique in that most of the players from the 2003 CIF Championship team will be playing, including for the first time - Eric Vance. He is, by far, the best volleyball player in school history. He is currently playing for the US National team with a shot at playing in the next Olympics and plays professionally for a club team in Puerto Rico. We will be featuring Eric at the Alumni Match and announcing that we are retiring his #12 jersey. Please join us if you can.
Recent article on Eric from the Acorn
Eric as Molten Player of the Week
From the Ventura County Star 5-10-09:
Cal State Northridge senior outside hitter Eric Vance (Camarillo) was named a first-team All-American this season to become the first player in CSUN history to receive back-to-back first-team All-America honors in men’s volleyball. Vance led the Matadors in kills (625), kills per game (5.58) and service aces (57). His aces were a single-season record and he was ranked top three in the nation in kills and aces.
From the Ventura County Star 2-22-09:
Locals in college notebook: CSUN's Vance taking leadership role seriously
Recent article on Eric from the Acorn
From the Ventura County Star 5-10-09:
Cal State Northridge senior outside hitter Eric Vance (Camarillo) was named a first-team All-American this season to become the first player in CSUN history to receive back-to-back first-team All-America honors in men’s volleyball. Vance led the Matadors in kills (625), kills per game (5.58) and service aces (57). His aces were a single-season record and he was ranked top three in the nation in kills and aces.
From the Ventura County Star 2-22-09:
Locals in college notebook: CSUN's Vance taking leadership role seriously
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