The 8th grade football team is off to a tough 0-4 start at the midway point in the season. Despite the record, the team lost their first two games by a combined total of four points and has had to battle injuries to key players over the last two weeks. Some notable performers for the Vikings have been RB Joel C., WR Ansh B., OL/DL Steven D., and RB/QB Tristan A. The Vikings will begin to play their HJPC Division II schedule as they hope to begin a run to the playoffs. Their last four games include Lutheran South, AOS, Presbyterian, and River Oaks Baptist. Come out and support the Vikings as they finish out the season!

The 7th grade football team has had a very successful season thus far. The team is currently 3-0 and has outscored its opponents 84-0. The Vikings’ offense is fortified by a strong offensive line, skilled quarterback and shifty running backs in the backfield. Our receiving core is also comprised of numerous second year players adding to the Vikings’ offensive prowess. The team also has a tenacious defense as the Viking secondary has accounted for five defensive touchdowns. The defense has also forced five fumbles and one safety in three games played. We look forward to the remainder of the season as we will be playing our first home game this evening.

The 8th grade girls volleyball team continues to develop and improve with every practice and every game. Our recent victory against St. John’s School showcased our improving skills and teamwork. We are entering the heart of our schedule and are determined to work hard, develop our culture, and unite as a team. Our team would like to thank all of those who come to support us each and every game. Please come support us for our next home contest on October 4th at 5:30PM. GO VIKINGS

“Wow! The 6th grade volleyball TN Fun Day turned out well, with many HJPC teams competing in this event. Head Coach of the Varsity Lady Vikings, Chandace Tryon , and Assistant Coach, Gina Brancato, were there with members of the JV & Varsity teams to help support the MS and helped make sure the vent ran smoothly through pool play action. The 6th grade team played 10 games in pool play against 4 teams, winning 2 of those 10 games but scoring 15 to 25 points in each game, except one. In the afternoon, teams competed in bracket play, with the absence of 3 athletes, losing 23-25 and 16-25, again right in the match scoring loads of points and improving both offensively and defensively. The best thing about the TN was the team rcvd loads of court action with multiple lineups and will be more ready for the matches ahead. I was very pleased with the girls attitude, energy and focus, along with the parents support and THANK YOU to the high school volleyball athletes in their hard work as refs, scorekeepers, line judges and working the concession stand.” -Coach Garcea

Go Vikings!!!

Lauren Fernandez-Miller (Village c/o 2015), and starter on the women’s Volleyball team at The University of St. Thomas, was named “Setter of the Week” for the Red River Conference.

“Fernandez-Miller set up the Celts’ offense with 59 assists in a 2-1 week. The sophomore setter averaged 6.6 assists per set and posted a high of 25 assists in a sweep of Langston University (Okla.). Fernandez-Miller also chipped in 28 digs and three service aces. The Houston native is currently second in the RRAC in total assists (311) and third in the RRAC in assists per set (4.9). The Celts lead the conference at 3-0 in league play and 9-9 on the season.” (Redriverconference.com)

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