SUNDAY, October 19, marked another proud chapter in South Gippsland Volleyball Club’s journey, as the team brought home sensational silver in the Gippsland Regional Volleyball League grand final.
After six months of traversing the Strzeleckis to the Latrobe Valley, the season reached a rewarding conclusion – one that showcased the club’s depth, unity, and enduring passion for the game.
The club is immensely proud of its junior players, many of whom made their debut appearance in this year’s grand final and shone brightly under pressure.
Following an unfortunate injury that saw captain Tamara Miller sidelined, she and Jessica Sanders seamlessly swapped roles. Tamara took on the strategic role of coach, while the ever-experienced and composed Jessica stepped up as captain – guiding her team with focus and determination all the way to the grand final.
“We are so proud of our juniors who continue to impress us both on and off the court,” Jessica said.
“A very big thank you to our senior players who put in the training, effort and travel throughout the season to get us to where we are today!”
Semi-final knock-out two:
South Gippsland edged out Bairnsdale in a thrilling five-setter, 3–2 (24-26, 25-19, 25-23, 22-25, 16-14).
The match could have gone either way – two well-matched rivals trading blows point for point.
South Gippsland’s composure in the final set sealed its spot in the grand final.
Grand final:
Facing a strong and formidable Latrobe Valley 1, South Gippsland fell 3–0 (25-13, 26-24, 25-12) in a hard-fought contest. The second set was heartbreakingly close, with only a few points separating victory from defeat.
The standard of play was exceptional – long rallies, powerful spikes, expertly timed blocks, and an iron-clad back-court defence that reflected the grit and unity the club has built its reputation on.
Each player walked away with a well-deserved mini-trophy – a keepsake and reminder of their strength, teamwork, and determination both on and off the court.
As the curtain falls on the 2025 Gippsland Regional Volleyball League season, the club looks ahead with optimism and pride.
Anyone interested in joining or learning more about the 2026 season is warmly invited to contact club secretary Jessica Sanders at southgippslandvolleyball@outlook.com.