Volleyball program gets new jerseys

This season, the John I. Burton volleyball program bought new jerseys. The need for new jerseys was becoming very obvious, especially in the junior varsity. program.  Although our varsity jerseys were really nice when we first bought them, around six years ago, we really needed the update. Jazlyn A. said, "I've wanted new jerseys since Coach Potter took over my sophomore year and it's so great to finally get them. We have worked hard to raise the money, and they were worth it. They look and feel great! We love them! " Most of the teams around here have long sleeve jerseys and we have been wanting them for a while now. The VHSL regulations have also changed and we had to have a solid-colored jersey.

The volleyball team had to do some major fund-raising to afford the jerseys. We also needed new balls, shoes, spandex, and socks.  We still have a lot of fund-raising to do, but we profited a lot from the first regular season football game by selling half-and-half (be sure to buy some half-and-half from us during any home football game) and selling programs, which were usually sold by the cheerleaders in the previous years. We also sold apples for around three weeks and we make around four dollars off of each nine dollar apple.

We unveiled our brand new jerseys at the Virginia Highlands Community College tournament at Patrick Henry this past Saturday, September 5th, Coach Potter jokingly told us there had been an error in the production of our jerseys; she said they were purple. Little did she know that it made us even more sad that the jerseys were actually black.

I spoke with a few teammates about their opinions on our new jerseys.  According to senior, Haley G.:  "I feel like getting new jerseys was an accomplishment for us because after Coach Bright left we struggled with volleyball funding . . . We had to start over again with no money at all."  She continued on to say that it had been their goal to purchase new jerseys since Coach Potter took over.  With this goal accomplished, Haley continued on to say : "It should make us feel proud of ourselves for all the hard work we've put into fundraising."

In conclusion, I personally really like the new jerseys.  Not only are they stylish, but they also keep players cool and comfy while playing. Come out and support your Lady Raiders at the first home game this season on Thursday, September 10th.  Make sure to check out our new all black attire.