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Richmond Juniors currently top the National Grand Prix

Martin Rees on April 1, 2022 in Juniors | News

Our junior teams have had a stellar season so far and are currently top of the Volleyball England National Grand Prix. Last weekend saw our U16 Boys’ and Girls’ teams both secure the Golden Tickets to the Cup Final. Our 16s join the U18 Boys’ & Girls’ teams who secured their golden tickets a couple of weeks ago.

The support and energy from the crowd last weekend was amazing, and we look forward to hearing your loudest “Let’s go Richmond” during the finals weekend 23-24 April, in Kettering . Bring a crowd & make some noise … Tickets for the finals are available to buy through the Volleyball England website here.

Our U15s get their shot for the Golden Ticket in Round 3 on April 10, in Kettering. Our Tier 2 teams are also putting in a really strong performance. Our U18 boys’ team were promoted into the Tier 1 Bronze pool, and are currently placed 1st, whilst our U16 girls are placed 2nd in their pool. Next weekend we have 6 girls’ teams taking part in the U15 Tier 2 round 3. Good luck everyone.

Photos are of the U16 & U18s Round 3 tournaments Thank you Steve Smith. To see the full gallery visit his website www.sandsphotos.co.uk/Portfolio/Sports/Volleyball-2022

Docklands and Bucks on top

Andy Hopper on December 12, 2021 in Leagues | News | NVL Men

Richmond’s Men’s Division top both the National Super League and Division 1 after two Sunday victories for Docklands and Bucks.

Richmond Bucks sealed a 3-0 win (24, 18, 18) against Weymouth Beach VC to return to the top of the table.

On the other side of Kingston College Arena, Richmond Docklands were having a fiercely contested battle with Newcastle Staffs. The visitors took the first set 25-21 but Marcel Sivak’s fought back to take a 2-1 lead. Docklands led 15-8 in the fourth set but Staffs did not give up. They tied the scores at 20-20 and then the crowd were treated to a ding-dong battle to the conclusion. In the end Docklands took the set 25-23 at the first opportunity with captain David Novotny sealing the final point.

Richmond Bucks complete their 2021 fixtures with two matches next weekend. The take on Cambridge ARU at Teddington on Saturday and then travel to City of Bristol on Sunday.

Richmond Volleyball’s 10,000 Digs for Kids

We are the RVB Junior Girls and are raising funds for Teenage Cancer Trust because we want to help teenagers like ourselves.

Richmond Volleyball Club is very fortunate to have a fantastic group of teenage girls. We have had a record number join this year after a difficult 18 months of little or no volleyball and they have been super busy honing their volleyball skills. More importantly, they have been learning the value of teamwork, making new friends, playing matches, experiencing the excitement of competition, getting loads of exercise and of course much, much more!!

In 2019, we raised £587 for the Teenage Cancer Trust. Our challenge back then was to collectively perform 10,000 digs (a critical volleyball skill) during their training session. They did it!!! With pretty much a whole new set of beginners this year along with some seasoned veterans, we are aiming to hit that 10,000 digs goal again this year and raise funds for those teenagers who are in hospital with cancer. The girls are really up for it but they really need your support.

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The festive season is all about giving so tell all your friends, relatives, co-workers, neighbours, etc. to donate anything they can and help the girls SMASH their goal. Any amount donated large or small is greatly appreciated so get the word out and help the team reach their goal by December 15th!
We want to wish everyone all the best over the Holidays and a very Happy New Year!

Thank you for your support! Richmond Volleyball Club

Docklands go top as Bucks win another five setter

Andy Hopper on December 6, 2021 in Leagues | News | NVL Men

Richmond’s Men’s Division enjoyed another winning weekend with three away victories.

Richmond Bucks defeated table toppers Team Essex Blaze SR in another thrilling five setter. Peter Soczewka’s side took a 2-0 lead but with Mihail Stoev dominating the play he dragged his team level. But Bucks had too much in the end and took a deserved 15-12 fifth set win. That leaves them second in the league behind Essex who have played two games more than Bucks.

Docklands faced another long road trip north against Leeds Gorse and Team Sunderland. The 600 mile round trip was a fruitful one with two 3-0 victories to take Marcel Sivak’s team top of the Super League. Saimir Hysa picked up both Black Knight awards after two eye catching displays.

Both Richmond teams are back in action on Sunday 12th December at Kingston College Arena. Docklands take old rivals Newcastle Staffs whilst Bucks play Weymouth Beach VC for the second time this season. Both matches start at 13:30.

Bucks celebrate

Bucks take thrilling five-setter whilst Docklands go second

Andy Hopper on November 28, 2021 in Leagues | News | NVL Men

Richmond Bucks came from 2-1 down to secure a thrilling 5-set victory over the University of Nottingham. Meanwhile after losing to Polonia on Saturday, Docklands bounced back on Sunday to defeat Tendring and move into second place in the Super League.

photo by Steve Smith

Bucks had taken the first set 25-18 but with former Richmond players Ben Lucas and Noah Goalen taking on their old side, the visitors took a 2-1 lead. However, Peter Soczewka’s side kept fighting and won the key points, taking the fifth set 19-17.

Richmond Docklands featured seven ex-Polonia players against their former team but the unbeaten champions were too strong for the hosts. In front of a large and loud crowd, Docklands put up more of a challenge in set three, narrowly missing out 25-23.

photo by Steve Smith

Marcel Sivak’s side returned to a cold Kingston College Arena on Sunday to produce a professional display against Tendring, coming away with a 3-0 victory (18, 22, 23). The win moved Docklands into second place in the table ahead of a tough away double header against Leeds and Sunderland next weekend.

All the action photos can be found here.