Phoenix Volleyball Festival 2011

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Saw some outstanding volleyball teams play today at the Phoenix Volleyball festival. I'm a bit biased, but our favorites were Club Arrowhead's 18-1s team and AZ Sparks 14-1s team which are on this videoclip. #99 on AZ Sparks (second clip in white jerseys) is Sara Orr, our friend Jodi Orr's daughter.

Vegas Fun

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Nicole went up early with the Robinsons to Vegas and went indoor skydiving (around the 1 1/2 minute mark on video). I don't like heights, but it does look alot of fun. Hmmmm, maybe I WILL try it next time. Dan and I drove up for a long weekend to celebrate our 22nd year anniversary. Had fun at the pools, and shopping. Spent more time hiking than "I" would've liked, but the kids had a blast. Never spent a penny gambling. Ate at some great restaurants. Our newest favorite is "Ricardos", a family owned mexican restaurant on Northwest corner of Flamingo and Decatur about 1/4 mile west of The Palms. FANTASTIC food, great prices and Service.

Team Ohana Season

Please Click Here for Video Link.......Over the past 7 months, our lives have revolved around Nicole's Club Arrowhead, Team Ohana. Imagine taking over 500+ photos and videos and trying to condense it into one video. The original version that was passed on to the players was 37 minutes long. Fortunately, this version is only 7 minutes long.

It was a worthwhile experience to see these 12 athletes transform over the months and improve their volleyball skills. I can't say enough about our Coaches. They were patient and knowledgeable and educated the players step by step. Many thanks to all for an outstanding season. This Saturday is our final tournament and it is all day from 8 a.m. - 9 p.m. Good Luck Team OHANA!

Team Ohana Professional Photo

This is Nicole's Club Arrowhead "Team Ohana". For the past seven months, these young ladies have been practicing at least 4 hours each week, with 1-2 tournaments per month and now on May 14th, it will all come to an end at the Regional Championships. Nicole has been fortunate to be on this team of athletes that have worked diligently on and off the court. These girls bonded and got along so well, they were always very respectful of each other and their coaches. This was the first time that all (but one) had played on a Club team.

Back Row: Brianna, Nicole R., Coach Leaven, Coach Andy, Bella
Middle Row: Ally, Emily, Mekaela, Delaney, Shayla
Front Row: Morgan, Nicole, Holley, and Devon

Vistancia's HOA hosted an Easter Eggstravaganza. The entertainment for the day was seeing me with the smashed egg on my face. I felt like a celebrity with all the people taking photos of me.

Fun at the Pool

Had fun Friday at the Pool with the Robinsons and Rileys.

Fun with Emma

Nicole's friend, Emma, is in town for a few days. Nicole has always wanted to try this spinning thing at the Mall, so she waited until Emma came in.

Lake Pleasant Showcase Concert

As always, we enjoyed being entertained by Mrs. Julie Carlson's OUTSTANDING Advanced Band at Lake Pleasant's Showcase event.