CIS volleyball comes to Strathmore

Justin Seward
Times Reporter

 

Strathmore High School is hosting a CIS Canada West volleyball exhibition match between Mount Royal University and Trinity Western University. Fans can expect a great evening of competitive, high-octane volleyball from experienced players on both sides.
“I thought it would be a good opportunity for the community to watch a high level of volleyball right here in Strathmore,” said Cole Hintz, game organizer. “I thought it would be a great experience for the university teams too. Some of the younger players are just out of high school, so to kind of be back in a high school gym, sometimes is a unique experience for the university athletes as well.”
In discussions with both schools, they thought it was a great opportunity for a tune-up game in preparation for the Dino Cup Oct. 2-3 and for Trinity Western’s coach to revisit his old stomping grounds.
“I talked to Ben Joesphson, the coach for Trinity Western, who is a Strathmore High School Alumni,” said Hintz. “He was here last year for the Pillars of Strathmore and he was inducted in. I talked to him then. He was definitely interested in doing something back in Strathmore, where he used to go to high school. In just talking, and talking to the coaches in Calgary, we were able to work something out.”
The match will take place on Oct. 1 (8 p.m.). Admission will be $2 and that will get you a raffle ticket for a Gavin Schmitt national team jersey.