Hey Ohana,

Meet Ty Keyes!!!  He’s last weeks POW from our 14-Jones team!!!  Congrats Ty and I’m looking forward to watching you help lead your team to success this weekend at the Invitational!!

“Ty is a very hardworking player in his age division.  He pushes himself and strives to be the best and most powerful attacker in the gym.  I’ve had the pleasure to help out at a couple of his practices and he’s shown very coachable and determined signs for improving his game.  He’s already improved leaps and bounds from when he stepped into the gym for his first club experience, this season.  I look forward to seeing Ty beat up on some teams with his aggressive approach to his volleyball style.  Keep it up Ty!!!”-Paul Munoz

“Ty played huge for us in the middle and established our offense.  He has been putting in the work to get better and it showed this past weekend in our last tournament.  I am stoked and looking forward to the energy he’s going to bring to the Invitational!!!”-Coach Kohl

Height? 5’4″

Position? MB

Jr. High School?  Holy Family Cathedral School

Favorite Class?  P.E.

How long have you been playing volleyball?  1 year for Ohana, 2 years for Holy Family School

Where would you like to go to college?  USC

What’s your other plan for college if you don’t make it as a big Volleyball STAR?  There isn’t going to ba another plan because I know I am going to be a star!

What are your hobbies outside of Volleyball?  Skating and shuffling

Who is your favorite Athlete and Why?  Misty May because she’s hardworking and dedicated.

Chad Ochocinco changed his name a few years back, if you could change your name for your sport, what would it be?  Ty Bounces

Who Inspires you to play your hardest? My brother

Hey Ohana,

Meet Asher Park!!  He’s this weeks POW for our 14-Elder team.  Congrats Asher on a great week of volleyball and good luck to a great tournament this weekend!!

“Asher is a big addition to this seasons 14-Elder team.  I remember seeing him at tryouts last season and was bummed he didn’t play, but very EXCITED to see him back in the gym at this season tryouts.  He brings a unique energy to the court that exemplifies that of a relaxed, yet determined leader.  I have very high hopes that Asher continues to pursue volleyball and one day I’m watching him playing college volleyball!!  He’s a pleasure to have in the gym with a very bright volleyball future….if he wants it!”-Paul Munoz

“Asher is a self motivated, hard working, student of the game.  He is always positive and is very coachable.  He was outstanding playing in our last tournament and is a big part of our teams success.  He plays outside hitter and pushes himself to be the best.”-Coach Jason

Hey Ohana,

Below is the tournament schedule as of January.5,2011 (3:50pm).  Please click the link for your age division and be on the court at the time requested by your coach.  Lets continue to move up divisions this tournament!!  All my best and Go Ohana!

CLICK HERE FOR 14′s 1:7:11

CLICK HERE FOR 16′s 1:7:11

CLICK HERE FOR 17′s 1:7:11

Hey Ohana,

Meet Justin Elder.  This is his first year at Ohana and we are pleased to have him on board.  Congrats Justin on earning this weeks POW for the 17-Dobbs.

“I saw Justin play for the first time at the tryouts this season for Ohana AC and was pleased knowing that he may be coming to Ohana.  I knew technically he had what it took to set in the older age groups.  I have never worked with him before this season, so I didn’t know what type of work ethic, attitude or presence he had on the court.  After working with Justin for just the first month, I was blown away with his discipline, focus, and desire to be the best setter in the gym.  Although he may not look the tallest or physically the strongest, he has it in his heart and that can take you however far you want.  Keep it up Justin and Go Ohana!!”- Paul Munoz

“In regards to last tournament, Justin walked on the court during pool play-No messn around-got down to business and handled the teams in their pool.  His team is following the tempo he set and responding well to his leadership on and off the court. Way to step up your game Justin!”- Sheri Sanders

“Justin is really stepping up as a leader on the court…that’s what our team is missing.  He constantly works his hardest pushing not only himself to the limit, but his teammates as well.  He is slowly breaking out of his shell setting a great example for others.  He never talks back as a player and does everything I ask.  Justin strives to make himself and his team great.”- Coach Dobbs

Height?  5’11’’

Position?  Setter

High School?  Capo Valley

Favorite Class?  Spanish

How long have you been playing volleyball?  5 years

Where would you like to go to college?  UCLA

What’s your other plan for college if you don’t make it as a big Volleyball STAR?  Undecided

What are your hobbies outside of Volleyball?  Going to the beach & hanging out with friends.

Who is your favorite Athlete and Why?  Kevin Durant, because he plays hard & is a total beast.

Chad Ochocinco changed his name a few years back, if you could change your name for your sport, what would it be?  I wouldn’t want to change my name.

Who Inspires you to play your hardest? My teammates

Hey Ohana,

Meet Joe Brown, he’s a starting middle blocker on our 14-Elder team!!!  This is his first year playing for Ohana AC!!  Congrats Joe on your POW acknowledgment!!  Go Ohana!

“Joe Brown came to Ohana very RAW in volleyball.  He has a family connected to volleyball so we knew he had it in him:).  Since he’s only a 7th grader, I know he’s got a bright future ahead of him.  From what I’ve seen, he has made a tremendous amount of improvements since he started at Ohana and I know coach Elder looks to him to become one of the strongest players in the gym.  I can’t wait to see Joe Brown at the end of this season…..I think there will be a ton of heads turning towards him when he hits the ball!!!  Congrats Joe Brown!”- Paul Munoz

“Joe is a 1st year club player and he is working very hard to understand the game.  Joe is very coachable and he pushes himself to get better.  He is working on his jump serve and it’s pretty good.  I have really high expectations for Joe.”- Coach Elder

Height? 5’8”

Position? Middle

Junior High School? Holy Family Cathedral School

Favorite Class? Math

How long have you been playing volleyball? What day was tryouts?

Where would you like to go to college? Notre Dame

What’s your other plan for college if you don’t make it as a big Volleyball STAR? McDonalds fry cook

What are your hobbies outside of Volleyball? Mountain biking and video games

Who is your favorite Athlete and Why? Matt Barkley, because he’s my cousins’good friend and he’s an awesome quarterback.

Chad Ochocinco changed his name a few years back, if you could change your name for your sport, what would it be? Diabeast, because I have type 1 diabetes.

Who Inspires you to play your hardest? Not who, what: my grades. If they stink, I don’t get to play.

Hi Ohana,

Below are two more of the POW’s for last week.  Congratulations to Patrick Henry (16-Munoz) and Chad Garrett (16-Tyler)!!  Go Ohana!

Patrick Henry:

“I’ve been fortunate to coach Patrick Henry for the past 3 years in club volleyball.  It’s been amazing to see his growth in strength, leadership and skill level throughout the years.  Patrick earned this honor because he has played very well for us during the past couple tournaments and leads the team as one of the strongest attackers.  He also earned this honor due to his progression in leadership on the court.  Don’t be fooled by his hight and positioning on the court because his ability to pass the ball stands as one of our teams best passers.  I look forward to seeing Patrick continue to become a great volleyball player”- Paul Munoz

“Patrick has improved every week!  He has become one of the best middles in all of the 16′s division”- Nate Hagstrom

Hi Ohana,

I will be announcing on the blog section some, if not all, POW (Player Of Week) each week for Ohana Athletic Club.  This is something new we wanted to do to start recognizing the standout players that help in the success both on and off the court with Ohana.  Stay INSPIRED Ohana!!  Go Ohana!

“This is Tanners first year at Ohana AC and we couldn’t be happier to have him and his OHANA on board and in the club this season.  From the moment he came into the gym, I knew he had the dedication, personality, and skills to be a leader on the court as well as impact the future progression of the club!  After seeing him play in tryouts, I couldn’t believe this kid is not even 14 yet.  Congratulations to Tanner Petchul!!” -Paul Munoz

“I am proud of the way he has stepped up into the leadership role for our team.  He is really embracing taking control of the team when needed and pushing his fellow teammates positively.”- Kohl Jones

“He has taken everything he has learned and continues to improve on it week to week.  Although we had not met for 3 weeks, I noticed a huge improvement in his consistency and accuracy.  Great Job!”- Sheri Sanders

Tanner was given some short interview questions to answer, so we can all get to know him a little better.  When you see Tanner, make sure to say “HI!!”.  Go Ohana!

Height? 5’4″

Position? Setter

High School? (Middle) Oakridge Private School

Favorite Class? Algebra

How long have you been playing volleyball? This is the 4th year.

Where would you like to go to college? UCLA

What’s your other plan for college if you don’t make it as a big Volleyball STAR? Attorney

What are your hobbies outside of Volleyball? Video Games

Who is your favorite Athlete and Why? None

Chad Ochocinco changed his name a few years back, if you could change your name for your sport, what would it be?  Skylab

Who Inspires you to play your hardest? I do

Hey Ohana,

Following sundays tournament and having time to reflect on our day, I am so happy with the outcome and the moves (upward) that most of our teams made.  Congratulations to…..

16-Barry= 1st place in pool play…….Coach Barry says- “We had a great tournament, decisively winning our pool and continuing to improve.”

16-Munoz= 1st place in pool play………..Coach Paul says-  ”We trained hard throughout the whole week leading up to the tournament.  I created a ton of competition in the gym which forced the boys to “UP” their game.  Going into the tournament, we were excited to play HBC (a team we haven’t played yet) and our “rematch” match against SMBC 15′s (team we had previously lost to).  After making some changs in practice with the line up, I thought I made a good decision with the line up that’s going to give us the best chance to do well.  I thought that we played as a team the whole day and did our best to compete at a consistently high level.  We were so happy to beat both teams we went out to beat.   We aren’t even close to hitting our peak and we have a lot to look forward to.”

17-Rory= 1st place in pool play  and move up division………..Coach Rory says- “I am proud of the way the team has been training this past week.  We have picked up the intensity as a team which allowed us to have a great tournament.  Hard work, dedication, and team work always pays off.  Go Ohana!”

17-Dobbs= 1st place in pool play and move up division…….Coach Dobbs says- “We are focusing on controlling the ball and court awareness before you hit…..YOU ARE ONLY AS SMART AS WHAT YOU CAN SEE”.

14-Elder= Finished 10th at Boys Holiday Classic…….Coach Elder says- “Joe Brown was a force in the middle and setter Colby, continues to work hard at the setter position.  WE are a TEAM on the RISE!!!”

14-Jones= Moving up 8 places!!!……coach Kohl says- “I am very pleased with my teams growth from the beginning of the season up to this point!!!  We had a great tournament at the Holiday Classic.”

16-Tyler= Coach Tyler says- “Theme of the week is being efficient.  Everything we do in volleyball counts.  This past tournament was a great learning experience.”

Hey Ohana,

The tournament schedule is below for this weekend.  Good luck to all the Ohana teams and Play Hard!!!  Go Ohana!

16′S TOURNAMENT

17′S TOURNAMENT

Hey Ohana,

Below are the links to SCVA for the Boys Holiday Classic Schedule.  It is the schedule for Saturday only!!!  Lets go out there and represent!!!  Play hard and don’t let the ball land on our side of the court!!  Go Ohana!

CLICK HERE FOR BOYS Holiday Classic 14′s

CLICK HERE FOR BOYS Holiday Classic 16′s

CLICK HERE FOR BOYS Holiday Classic 17′s