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The Playbook

From Staff Reports

Published: Tuesday, July 3, 2012 10:41 AM CDT

State VB moving to Garland

The UIL Volleyball State Championships are moving to the Curtis Culwell Center in Garland.

The tournament had been at Strahan Coliseum in San Marcos since 2000.

"The Culwell Center is a first-class venue and we believe it will serve as a tremendous host," said Dr. Mark Cousins, UIL athletic director. "We look forward to working closely with Garland ISD in creating a great experience for the schools, fans and students involved."

The state tourney is set for Nov. 15-17.

"UIL championship events make memories that last a lifetime," said Dr. Curtis Culwell, Garland ISD Superintendent. "Garland ISD is privileged to host this premiere championship event."

Lovejoy has won four straight state volleyball titles.

Nightingale, Rehring swim at Trials

Before so much as beginning her college swimming career, Lovejoy alum Emily Nightingale got a taste of the highest level of competition her sport has to offer.

The ex-Lady Leopard competed in the 200-meter backstroke Saturday at the 2012 U.S. Olympic Team Trials in Omaha, Neb.

Slotted among 190 swimmers from across the nation, Nightingale finished 148th overall with a time of 2:21.08 -- 14.96 seconds behind eventual race winner and Olympic qualifier Missy Franklin.

Also making her Trials debut was Allen alum and Texas A&M senior Jaclin Rehring, who placed 102nd in the 200 butterfly.

Seeded in the event's third heat, Rehring raced to a 2:19.26.

AISD Summer Camps continue

The next wave of Allen summer camps is about to begin.

The Allen ISD will be putting on clinics for boys basketball (July 9-12), freshman volleyball (July 30-Aug. 2) and freshman football (Aug. 6-9).

Volleyball runs from 8:30-11:30 a.m. each day in the Allen gym at a cost of $70 per person. Basketball is 8:30-11:30 a.m. each day at the gym for grades 3-6 and 1-4 p.m. for grades 7-9 at a cost of $70 per player. Football will take place from 6-9 p.m. at Eagle Stadium with the cost being $35 per participant.

For more info, go to: allenisd.org.

Michael Johnson track camp

Those interested in improving their speed can do so under the tutelage of one of the world's best.

Four-time Olympic gold medalist and world record holder Michael Johnson will be conducting a summer track camp from July 16-19. The camp will be held at the Michael Johnson Performance Center in McKinney from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. for the price of $349.

Aspiring runners can be learn the techniques behind top-end speed and sprint mechanics from the world-renowned sprinter, as well as improvements in power, stability, stamina and acceleration.

Johnson's camp won't simply be limited to sprinters though, with middle distance and distance runners also addressed during the four days.

Space is limited, and those interested can enroll by calling: 469-424-6572.

Internet exclusive content

For more stories on the sports community, including web exclusives, video previews and wrap-ups, go to: starlocalnews.com. This is the site for in-depth coverage, immediate scores, videos, game stories and a football score ticker for those that can't wait for the print edition.

And check out Kevin Hageland's blog at: scntx.com/sports/sports_blogs/blogosaurus.

Gravley named Coach of Year

Fresh off leading Allen girls golf to a Class 5A State Championship, Lady Eagles head coach Karen Gravley has another accolade to celebrate.

And this one reaches further than just Texas.

A five-time district coach of the year, three-time North Texas High School Golf Coaches Association Coach of the Year and 2007 Southwest Region Coach of the Year, Gravley can add National High School Coaches Association Coach of the Year to her resume.

"I am extremely blessed to be a part of this program," Gravley said, "and humbled by the support that the parents, [athletic director Steve Williams], the Allen ISD administration, our home course pro staffs and the Allen community give the kids every day."

This award is not surprising given her success.

Coming to Allen in 1992, Gravley led the Lady Eagles to state titles in 2005, 2006 and 2012).

The most recent title was a dominating effort as the team of two seniors, four sophomores and a freshman won district by 60 strokes and state by 11.

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