Celebrating the First Year of Panther Volleyball Training!

As we welcome a new year, we are excited to reflect on an incredible inaugural season at Panther Volleyball Training and celebrate everything that has been accomplished along the way.

What started as a small idea has grown into a community serving more than 200 families across Holly Springs, Fuquay Varina, and Angier, NC.

Launching a new youth volleyball program takes trust, patience, and support. We are deeply thankful to every athlete, parent, and supporter who took a chance on Panther Volleyball and helped shape our first year.

Recognizing Key People Behind the Scenes

Panther Volleyball is built on people who give their time, energy, and encouragement.


An abundance of thanks to:

  • Abbie Tuyo

  • Amy Dragotta

  • Bekah Strange

  • Bella Slobojian

  • Brad Marshall

  • Everette and Eugenia Locklear

  • Jamie Rizza

  • Kat Entwistle

  • Latreash McCurdy

  • Laura Beltran

  • Maddie Converse

  • Megan Wargo-Kearney

  • Molly Warren

  • Moseley Matheson

  • Yalonda White

Your time, energy, and encouragement have made Panther Volleyball Training a trusted youth volleyball program in Holly Springs, Fuquay Varina, and Angier.

Thanking Our Local Community Partners

We couldn’t have done it without the support of our amazing community partners in the Triangle area. A heartfelt thank you goes to:

  • I’m Possible Training for providing a jumping off point for Panther Volleyball Training.

  • Southern Wake Sports Complex in Fuquay Varina and Southern Wake Academy in Holly Springs for hosting our clinics, group sessions, and training programs. Southern Wake Academy has truly become our home.

  • Angier Parks and Recreation, Angier Elementary School, & Cactus Printing for supporting our summer tournament, after-school programs, and helping make youth volleyball accessible for local students.

Summer tournament sponsors:

  • Melisa Smith & Brandon Rae - GCAA Volleyball

  • Jodi Carey, NC Realtor, SRES, ABR - Better Homes and Gardens | Paracle

  • Dr. Courtney Smiach - Rebel Cycle and Physical Therapy

  • Escape Travels with Eugenia

These partnerships have allowed us to provide accessible, high-quality volleyball training while fostering a love for the game in young athletes across our community.

Highlighting Our After-School Volleyball Program

Our after-school program at Angier Elementary has been a standout this year.

Special thanks to Principal Daisy McDonald for welcoming Panther Volleyball Training into the school and supporting opportunities for students to learn volleyball fundamentals and prepare for middle school tryouts. This program is designed to build skills, confidence, and game knowledge in a supportive environment for children in our community.

Thank You to Our Families and Athletes

Whether you’re currently participating or have moved on to bigger and better things, we are cheering you on. Your trust and commitment have been the foundation of our growth. Panther Volleyball has grown from a small idea into a community of over 200 families across our community, and every serve, set, and spike this year has been part of our story.

Looking Ahead to 2026

Exciting updates are coming in 2026, including new volleyball clinics, after-school programs, and leagues. We look forward to continuing to provide accessible, fun, and skill-focused youth volleyball training for local students.

Thank you for being part of our inaugural year. We are deeply grateful for your support. Here’s to another year of growth, community, and love for the game.

Join the Panther Volleyball Training community in 2026! Sign up for volleyball clinics, after-school programs, and events and become part of our growing youth volleyball community.

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