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Set #1 – Ramblers 25, Southern Exposure 23

Ramblers score first point on a OH kill. Three Southern Exposure hitting errors and a Rambler OH kill increase the Rambler lead to 5-0. Southern Exposure scores back-to-back points on two OH kills to 5-2. Ramblers increased lead from Ramblers’ hitting errors and OH Kills to 8-3. Southern Exposure called timeout. After timeout Southern Exposure sided-out and scored son an MB block point to cut the lead to 8-6. Ramblers stretch their lead to 12-7 after a Southern Exposure hitting error and OH Kill. At 14-9 two Ramblers OH kills increase the lead to 16-9. Southern Exposure scores four points in a row from OH kills and a Rambler hitting error to cut the lead to 16-13. Ramblers called a timeout. Southern Exposure service error made it 17-13. At 19-15 Ramblers’ hitting error cuts lead to 19-16. Southern Exposure scores an ace to 20-18. Ramblers stretch their lead again back to three on a Southern Exposure hitting error 22-18. Ramblers’ hitting error cuts the lead to 23-21. Southern Exposure’s service error gave a 24-21 lead. Southern Exposure called timeout and then sided out to 24-22. Southern Exposure’s MB block point saves a set point. At 24-23 Ramblers called a timeout; and close out the set with an OH kill.

Ramblers – 3 Aces, 10 Kills, 12 Opponent Errors; 88% Reception and 42% Hitting.

Southern Exposure – 1 Aces, 10 Kills, 1 Block Point, 11 Opponent Errors; 93% Reception and 53% Hitting.

Set #2 – Ramblers 25, Southern Exposure 15

Southern Exposure scores first point on a Ramblers’ hitting error. After Ramblers’ sided-out Southern Exposure scored on a MB block point and took a 2-1 lead.  Ramblers countered with a MB block point; and a Southern Exposure hitting error increased the Ramblers’ lead to 5-2. Southern Exposure rallied with two OH kills to 5-4. Ramblers increase their lead again to 8-4 after a  OH kill and Southern Exposure hitting error. At 10-6 a Rambler increase their lead again with an MB block point and OH kill to 12-6. Southern Exposure OH block point cut the Ramblers’ lead to 13-8. Ramblers add to their lead with a OH kill to 16-9. Southern Exposure called a timeout. Ramblers’ scored two more points on a OH roll kill and ace to 18-9. Souther Exposure overpass and Ramblers OH kill increased the Rambler lead again to 20-10. Souther Exposure bounced back with three OH kill in a row to 20-13. A Ramblers’ MB Block point and Southern Exposure hitting error increased the lead to 23-13. A Ramblers’ OH roll kill took them to set point 24-14. Rambler service error made it 24-15. And then the Ramblers sided-out with an OH kill to win the set.

Ramblers – 3 Aces, 13 Kills, 3 Block Points, 6 Opponent Errors; 92% Reception and 65% Hitting.

Southern Exposure – 6 Kills, 2 Block Point, 7 Opponent Errors; 76% Reception and 32% Hitting.

Set #3 – Ramblers 25, Southern Exposure 17

Southern Exposure took an early two point lead with a series of OH kills and Rambler hitting errors to 5-3. At 8-6 Ramblers’ back-to-back MB block points tied the score at 8-8. Ramblers took a two point lead with two OH kills to 11-9. Southern Exposure called a timeout and sided-out. At 12-10 Southern Exposure scored on a OH kill and ace and tied to 12-12. Ramblers sided out, then followed with a service ace and OH kill to increase their lead to 15-12. Ramblers killed their run with a service error to 15-13. A Ramblers’ MB block point increased their lead to four at 18-14. At 19-15 Ramblers added to their lead with a OH roll kill to 20-15. After Southern Exposure sided-out, Ramblers scored four points in a row from OH kills and Southern Exposure errors to 24-17. Ramblers closed out the set and match with an OH kill.

Ramblers – 2 Aces, 11 Kills, 3 Block Points, 9 Opponent Errors; 78% Reception and 55% Hitting.

Southern Exposure – 1 Ace, 10 Kills, 1 Block Point, 5 Opponent Errors; 91% Reception and 43% Hitting.

Southern Exposure Owners, OJ Catalan and Tony Glessner are excited about the upcoming NVA Championships in Salt Lake City, November 5-8. They feel confident about their coach and players that they are bringing across the country in a couple of weeks. They remarked about their coach:

“We thought of someone that is a high-level intelligent coach and trainer, someone that represents what we are about, and that is being loyal to our process. We also wanted someone who will do whatever it takes to help evolve the world of men’s volleyball. With that in mind, it was an easy choice to pick Corey Marks as the head coach of Southern Exposure.”

Corey Marks is one of the coaches at FIU for beach and indoor. He is also the owner of the boy’s youth club MVP Academy in FL, where he coaches the 18’s and 17’s age groups. His experience will be a huge factor for success as he leads the charge with a few top players from Southern Exposure.

Catalan and Glessner went on to talk about some of those top players headed to Utah:

“Our confirmed starters for the Utah Showcase have some impressive hitting options with blocking being our most vital assets along with a fast tempo transition offense.

Libero – Eddie Moushikhian will be one of the most athletic players on the court. A high IQ player with lots of range.

Middle Hitter – Kevin Vaz, a multiple purpose player who is a dynamic hitter in every position.

Opposite – Joe Norman, a big and physical player who is a threat on the right pin and back row with an aggressive top-spin serve. 

Outside Hitter – Jakub Ciesla, a great transition hitter on the outside pin who can make any shot when needed.” 

Make sure to tune in on November 5th to watch Southern Exposure in action in real-time on NVA Live TV https://www.nvausa.com/video/live. Also, follow Southern Exposure (@southernexposurenva) and the NVA (@nvausa) on Instagram to get updates leading up to the weekend!

As the country starts to lift restrictions and begin returning daily life to some normalcy, sports fans have seen their favorite teams back on the court again. However, this reopening has only taken place for professional sports leagues, while many collegiate and high school sports are still struggling to get back fully. To provide some insight into the country’s struggle with collegiate sports, OJ Catalan (General Manager of Southern Exposure) spoke about his coaching at the University of Florida and Youth Camps. OJ has developed an impressive coaching resume at the college level with names such as the University of Florida, LIU Brooklyn, University of Oklahoma, Embry Riddle University, and Warner University.

For those who are aware of the timeline of the NCAA women’s volleyball season, it is about this time when training is in full effect after having an intense summer preseason, getting their recruits ready for the season. However, the Florida Gators have only returned to school in the last three weeks, planning to only play in 8 matches this fall with the rest of the season taking place in the spring. Compared to how the women’s season typically goes, OJ shared how much he has enjoyed the change in the format.

“Just like the men’s side, we now have a lot more time before the season starts to get our freshman up to speed where before we had to bring our players in before school starts. It may take some getting used to for some of the returning players” he went on to state, “Still, the longer seasons will be a helpful experience for players who are planning to go on to the national team or play on a professional team over in Europe.”

For the younger age groups, OJ has also had a successful history running the Florida Youth High-Performance teams as well as some top clubs such as Orlando Gold VBC and Aviator Volleyball Club. OJ discussed the current struggle for many high school seniors who have missed out on many recruiting opportunities due to postponed or canceled club tournaments. Also, the dead period for when college coaches are not able to contact players has extended, creating an awkward time for players starting to get attention. To help combat the current issue, OJ has begun to have college showcase camps to help get those players an additional opportunity to get noticed by college recruits.

As for the NVA season, things felt weird not having the chance for his team to compete, waiting for a safe time to start again.  As he explained, “It’s been a long break, but I’m a firm believer in the benefits of rest for players, which means our guys will be fresh for the tourney in November. The process has been a big one getting the season and league going, but the NVA has had some great programming which has helped to keep the dream alive and the wait well worth it.”

As other professional sports leagues such as the NBA and the NFL have started playing again, the NVA now announces the restart of their season next month, November 5th – 8th. The Utah Stingers will host the four day tournament in Salt Lake City, Utah, where all eight teams will compete once again. The event will be the first one held since the Atlantic City tournament back in January with the season having to be suspended due to quarantine restrictions. The news is a good sign for the future of professional sports as officials find safe methods that allow for live competition again.

Southern Exposure is more than ready to hit the courts and play again. The players are already back in the gym, working hard to prepare for their NVA debut. 

“I have been really excited to play in the NVA events we have coming up. I’ve worked hard to play in as many AVP beach qualifiers to make sure my knowledge and skill of the game are still growing.” said Eddie Moushikhian, Southern Exposure Outside Hitter

Make sure to follow Southern Exposure (@southernexposurenva) and the NVA (@nvausa) on Instagram to follow up on all future updates and news. Then mark your calendars for the weekend of November 5th – 8th, so you don’t miss seeing some fantastic volleyball!