After long hours of arduous volleyball trainings, the victory attained by the Volleyball team was certainly a well-deserved achievement. The volleyball A-Division Finals held at Yio Chu Kang Stadium on Monday, 18th May 2009, was an intense match that created a nerve-wrecking atmosphere for both the players and the college who had gone down to render their support. The Girls’ team emerged as the new A Division champions, while the Boys’ team was placed as the 1st runner-up. Both the Volleyball Girls' and Boys' team have done the college proud. The Volleyball team has dominated the top 3 spots since 2005.

With fast-paced and action-packed game play on the court, the match was certainly a treat not to be missed and one that created a memorable experience for all.

The girls showed their tenacity in clawing their way back through VJC’s initial 8-point lead in the 3rd set and defeated Victoria Junior College 3-0 in 3 consecutive sets (25-19, 25-23, 25-21), clinching for themselves the new title of National A-Division champions.

Through sheer determination, the boys’ team put up a strong fight against Hwa Chong Institution, but eventually succumbed to HCI 1-3. (29-27, 12-25, 16-25, 20-25) Nevertheless, the team showed an impressive display of sportsmanship and team spirit, and each player exhibited the qualities of a true sportsman. Supporters from NYJC filled the stadium with resounding cheers and applause for the fantastic game played by the volleyball team.

After the grueling matches, the A-division Volleyball Finals ended on a high note with victorious wins from the NYJC Volleyball team. These stunning achievements attained and great sportsmanship displayed is certainly one that deserves recognition.

NYConneXions congratulates both the Volleyball Girls and Boys teams for their hard-earned and well-deserved victories!

Written by Isabelle and Stephanie