Volleyball
15 April, 2025
All set for a very good Friday
Community response to a Volleyball Horsham initiative has been overwhelmingly positive as the association organises its first Good Friday Appeal event, 10 teams having entered what promises to be a fun day of volleyball.
Volleyball Horsham’s Kara Johnson, the brains behind the tournament, said she was looking forward to what the day could add to the annual appeal.
“We’ve been floating this idea around for a while now and finally the committee decided to bite the bullet and give it a try," Johnson said.
“To have 10 teams enter immediately opens the fundraising with $600, which is a good start, and then the activities we have planned for the day mean we can be confident of reaching our goal of $2000.”
The teams will play a Lightning Spike format which consists of two 10-minute halves which promotes fast-paced action throughout the day.
Having 10 teams entered has enabled the competition to be split into two divisions.
the day.
“We’ll have some fun games for kids and big kids alike, a silent auction and a barbecue lunch, with all proceeds going towards the appeal.
“The silent auction of some iconic volleyball tops has already raised over $600 with bids coming from as far away as Queensland for an original Western Phantoms top worn by Brad Hassell.
“While Brad’s top has garnered interest from up north, there's one top that already sits at $115 and leads all-comers that we think could be the one that attracts plenty of attention.
“If anyone is interested in bidding on any of the five tops, they should visit the Volleyball Horsham Facebook page and place a bid, with the auction closing on Friday at 3pm.”
Johnson said there was still room for more teams or individuals should they wish to participate.
“We’ll keep the registration link open until Thursday morning so if anyone would like to play they're welcome to enter.
“We encourage anyone who's not doing anything on Friday to drop in to the basketball stadium and play or watch the action as well as make a donation to the appeal, whether that be by buying a sausage from the barbecue, having a go at any of the fun games or just contributing any amount they can afford, as we know the Royal Children’s Hospital Appeal is something that's close to a lot of people’s hearts.”