Matrix 2009/2010 Season

This season will be Matrix’s second season in the west valley and it begins in November.  Our first season was a blast, and we definitely learned a lot! This year we are happy that all the coaching staff is returning, and we have a few additions!  Matrix is growing, and the fun and excitement is infectious!  We welcome all girls ages 9-18 who want to go from ordinary to extraordinary!  We need girls who want to win, and build character.

Some of the things that make us different from other clubs;

1. MATRIX is an elite smaller club. 

   One of the advantages of a smaller club is more individual coaching for the players.  Your daughter won’t get lost in the huge numbers of a large club.  Another advantage is the “family atmosphere” that MATRIX provides.  In a small club, you will always have access to the Club Director (Jeff Ritter).  The Club Director actually has contacted the parents from last year to assist in setting goals for the players this season.
    

2. MATRIX Club Director is hands on.

   Jeff will be coaching the 14’s again and is very excited for another awesome season.  Jeff is also at nearly all the other team’s practices to help guide and assist the other coaches & players.  Jeff is always talking to parents to find out their thoughts, and what MATRIX could improve.
    

3. MATRIX has a high-performance jump program.

   MATRIX has developed an elite jump program that will dramatically improve your daughter’s vertical leap.  This program is customized to each age level.   This is a program shared only to the MATRIX players.  Your daughters leap will be recorded, tracked, developed, and drastically improved. Get ready to fly!
    

4. MATRIX has highly qualified staff.

MATRIX seeks out the most qualified personnel that share a love for the game of volleyball.  We seek people that understand the big picture.  Winning isn’t everything… but wanting to win is!  We are here to build character, heart, and positive attitudes.  In order to help our player build these attributes, our personnel must possess these qualities.

These are just a few things that make MATRIX different from other clubs.  There are many great clubs out there.  You just need to pick the right fit for your daughter.  Ask yourself, “Where will my daughter thrive & succeed?”  We have tried to put a club together where a girl at any skill level can excel & perform at her peak.

1.  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FSmo2Xd3PVs

    Flying High & Hitting Hard (slow mo spike to the face)

2.  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UQRCsn6XFHc&NR=1

     60″ Vertical Jump (Can’t wait to get the Matrix Jump Program Started)

3.  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_T6dsJ7NrTE&feature=related

     Great Backrow Spike from Dante!

4.  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mrflUY_grBw&feature=related

     More cool Volleyball Spikes

5.  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pUxweFBvVGs&feature=PlayList&p=5128C93F20ED4417&playnext=1&playnext_from=PL&index=32

    Awesome volleyball video

6.  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QoKhEiAHfYs&feature=PlayList&p=22BC72DEA4B1C2E9&playnext=1&playnext_from=PL&index=25

     Hey, He is stealing some of Coach Jeff’s moves!

7.  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qOyrXGsS9lY&feature=related

8.  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HjnLWCKAFlo&feature=related

9.  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UyZDj9VmK_A

      Misty May & Kerry Walsh

10.  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xX0dnFj0Q64

      This one is for the setters!

11.  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LAZrghLSHsY&feature=related

      Awesome setter!

City leagues are a great way to begin the sport of volleyball.  It is volleyball at the most basic level. The coaching is also very basic.  Not alot of plays are stressed & carried out.  The winner of the games are basically who served more over the net.  However, it is a great way to know if your child has a passion for the sport.

Club ball is quite a bit different.  The season is much longer, which allows your daughter to really develop her skills.  Often in City ball, it seems like once they begin to develop and be comfortable with the sport, the season is ending.  The other advantage of club ball is that alot of the team returns next year.  This allows you to build upon the already developed skills.  With city ball, half your team will be new at the sport every season. 

Club ball has about 6-7 saturday tournaments in the season.  It is played at a competitive level.  They last a half day, and you play at least 3 games.  The girls also ref the other games when they are not playing.  This really teaches them alot about the game, and gives them a deeper understanding. 

One thing that Matrix as a club interjects is life lessons;

-Hard work pays off

-It is ok to lose, if you tried your best (and can still have fun)

-building relationships with good friend

-Being part of a team

-Respect for coaches and players

-Commitment

If you have any questions, please feel free to call me at 602.388.6305

Jeff Ritter

Club Director-MATRIX

Matrix will be implementing a jump program this year to help with endurance, and jumping higher than ever.  Our new program will show an increase in vertical jump in 3 weeks.  At the first tournament we will be flying high, and hitting hard.  It is an intense program that builds upon itself over 8 weeks.  You will be amazed how high the team will be jumping after 8 weeks.  Developed by many of the top colleges in the US, this program will bring exciting, high flying, pounding volleyball to MATRIX.  Girls, GET READY TO FLY!!!

Wow!  That was alot of fun.  I thank everyone for coming out & having a great time.  I was sooooo sore Sunday morning! 

Alexandia’s family-Thanks for bringing out your 2 jet ski’s, & tons of Food.  That was awesome!

Taylor & dad-  THanks for bringing out your jet ski, and nearly killing me on the tube.

Coach Teresa/Will- THanks for bringing all the food & your fun personalities, it was fun!