My Sports Dreams Fundraiser........

We had a very successful Mailer Launch on

February 10, 2009

and I want to thank all the girls that participated in the

Sports Dream Mailer Fundraiser.

This fundraiser was an opportunity for the players to earn credit

toward their costs, but most importantly earn money to help the

program continue it's goal of allowing young girls the opportunity

to participate in the Articatz Club Program.

With our players and parents help and the support of our

friends and family Articatz will continue to develop the

areas young girls on and off the court.
(becoming the best volleyball player and person)

We were very lucky to have been able utilize the nation's leading sports

fundraising company "My Sports Dreams" helping us continue the goal.

Check the site Fundraising Page for upcoming programs!

New Start Dates for Youth Programs......

New start dates for our

Youth Development Programs

"Volley Tots"
This program is reserved for 3rd and 4th graders.

NEW start date is March 5th and goes till April 9th.
Days: ThursdaysSessions: 6 weeks/9 hours

Times: 6:30-8:00pm

Cost: $45

"Middle Diggers"

This program is reserved for the 5th and 6th graders

NEW start date is February 12th and goes till April 9th.

Tournament dates Mar. 21th, Apr. 11th @ the “W”.

Days: ThursdaysSessions: 9 weeks/18 hours

Times: 6:30-8:30pm

Cost: $50

All training will take place at the "W" on KI Sawyer.

This was the only gym space available for our clinic.

Please click here for more information on this program

"Wildcat Challenge"~ Power League....

We have a great opportunity.

Dominic Yoder and Northern Michigan University will be hosting the

"Wildcat Challenge"-Power League

for our 17's and 15's programs.

We have 5 clubs that are established now and we are so excited about that.

Delta Elite ~Gladstone/Escanaba

UP Storm ~ Rudyard

Border Blazers ~ Hurley/Iron Mt

Kewenawee Select ~ Copper Country

With this power league there is going to be so many opportunities for our girls.

The play dates are as follows:

February 1st (17's only)

February 22nd (15's and 17's)

March 8th (15's and 17's)

March 22nd (15's and 17's)

April 5th (17's only)

The games are on Sunday's and they will begin at 1:30pm.

We will need to be at the Vandament Gym by 12pm for warm-ups.

There will be an entry fee for anyone staying to watch.

The cost for this Power League will be determined tomorrow,

so I will let you know what it will cost per player.

Power League Sheet need to be turned in at practice on Tuesday

to find what dates everyone can attend so I can determine the cost per player.

I need everyones participation.

It will be a great opportunity to get game experience and situational training.

Upcoming Fundraising Opportunity.......

At the end of the month of January we will be receiving our

"My Sports Dreams" mailers.

We are lucky to be able utilize the nation's
leading sports fundraising company helping us continue the goal
of allowing young girls to have the opportunity to participate in
the Articatz Club Program. We want to reach out to people
who have a rooting interest in your (the players) success as a
volleyball player and person.

Our fans, relatives and close friends will receive
an important letter from our team.
The letter will update them on our progress and goals.

Check the site Fundraising Page for upcoming programs!

Introducing A New Club in Our Area........

We are so excited to introduce another volleyball club program in our area:

The Delta Elite Volleyball Club:

In their first season, the program is intended to service the female athletes of Delta County, Michigan, who wish to improve their fundamental volleyball skills, to have a great time with other great athletes, and to explore their options for funding their college educations through collegiate volleyball. Currently, they are sponsoring one team in the 17 and under age bracket. Female athletes that are 18 and in their senior year of high school are welcome to practice with them but are not eligible for competition. They hope to expand in the future to include a younger age group as well, though gym availability is currently a limiting factor.

Club Leadership
Director and Coach Bron Harmon, Escanaba bharmonup@hotmail.com
Bron Harmon has been actively involved in volleyball since she was 15. Having played in high school and college, coaching was the next logical step. She has coached at the middle school, freshman, junior varsity, and varsity levels; led or helped with many clinics and summer camps; was an assistant coach to Tracy Hruska within the Articatz VBC; and continues to play in her spare time. Her family graciously understands her passion for kids, coaching, and volleyball and actively supports her continued participation in the game.

For more information on this new club program please click the link below

DELTA ELITE

"just play"

Youth Programs in 2009........

Coming up in the New Year.
"YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM"
Our "14's Program" which is the beginning of our travel club program
begins on January 15th and goes till May 28th.
This program is designed for the 7th and 8th grader player wanting the
experience to prepare them for their high school program in August.
Days: Thursdays
Times: 6:30-8:30pm
Location: The "W" at KI Sawyer
(for more information and cost check out our brochure)

Our “Volley Tots” (3/4th) starts on April 16th and
the “Middle Diggers” (5/6th) starts on March 19th.
The reason for the late dates for the clinic is to help with the drive
to the “W” during the winter months.
All our Youth Development Programs this year will take
place at the “W” due to gym space availability.
I understand that it is not the most convenient for some parents,
but it is one of the best facilities in our area.
I promise the travel is worth the training your daughter(s) will gain.
CLICK HERE FOR INFORMATION ON THESE PROGRAMS OFFERED

Econo Bagging Success.........

The Econo Bagging went great and I wanted to take this moment
to thank Amber Bell for organizing the fundraiser and also working the entire day (& Haylee).
I am grateful for your help and support.
I would also like to thank all the players and parents that worked the fundraiser
You dedication to our program is very appreciated.

Check the site Fundraising Page for upcoming programs!