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šŸ UNITY JR. HIGH GIRLS VOLLEYBALL: A SEASON OF DIGGING DEEP, PLAYING FAST, FINISHING STRONG! šŸ”„

Posted Date: 02/26/26 (03:06 PM)


There are seasons that show up in the record book... And then there are seasons that build a program. This was both.

The 8th Grade Varsity squad finished 8-4 overall, earning a 4th place finish in conference — but those numbers only tell part of the story.Ā 

This group didn't just compete. They battled.

They walked into every match with intensity. They learned how to finish tight sets. They pushed through adversity. They celebrated each other’s success. They responded to challenges with resilience. And by the end of the season, they weren’t just winning games — they were playing confident, disciplined, team-first volleyball.

Every serve had purpose. Every rally had energy. Every point was earned.

What stood out most wasn’t just their record — it was their growth. The way they communicated. The way they trusted each other. The way they represented Unity with pride.

They proved that Unity volleyball isn’t just about talent. It’s about toughness, teamwork, and taking ownership of every moment on the court.

They set the tone. And they raised the bar.

Meanwhile, the 7th Grade JV team quietly built something special of their own.

Finishing 6–6 overall and 7th in conference, this young group showed week-to-week improvement that coaches dream about.

Early in the season, they were learning systems. Learning rotations. Learning how to compete at the junior high level.

By the end?

They were diving for balls. Extending rallies. Calling plays with confidence. Fighting for every point like veterans.

The growth was undeniable. This group developed skills. They developed confidence. Most importantly — they developed belief.

And that belief is the foundation of a thriving program. What makes Unity Jr. High Volleyball special isn’t just the standings. It’s the culture.

It’s teammates cheering louder for each other than for themselves. It’s players staying after practice to get extra reps. It’s learning how to handle pressure — and how to support one another through it.

It’s the understanding that success isn’t given — it’s built. This season built leaders. It built competitors. It built momentum.

When you look at an 8–4 Varsity team finishing 4th in conference… When you see a 7th Grade group growing into confident competitors…When you witness the unity (pun absolutely intended šŸ˜‰) inside the program…

You don’t just see a good season. You see a program on the rise.

Unity Volleyball is developing athletes who compete hard, support each other fiercely, and represent their school with pride. The skill level is climbing. The confidence is rising. The standard is being set higher every year.

And this is only the beginning.

If you’re looking for a place where your daughter can grow — not just as a volleyball player, but as a teammate, competitor, and leader — Unity Jr. High Volleyball is building something you’ll want to be part of.

The gym is loud. The energy is real. The future is bright. šŸÆšŸ§”šŸ–¤