Northampton East Midlands Volleyball Team

The Northampton EM men team has worked diligently and fought for every point, but Nottingham Casualties demonstrated consistence thought the whole match.
Northampton team made an impressive comeback in the third set, recovering from 7-15 to close the set 25-20. In the forth set, the visitors took back the lead, winning the whole match.
Team is now heading to Christmas break, aiming to return stronger for the next game in 2026.
MVP: #51 Koi Yamagata
East Midlands Volleyball Association
Northampton volleyball club

🏐 GAME DAY ALERT! 🏐
The Northampton EM men's team is set to conclude the year with a home game against Nottingham Casualties. They are eager to deliver a strong performance on the court, aiming to turn their team effort into a victory.
Wishing the team the very best of luck!
📅 Sunday, 7 December 2025
📍 Match starts at 14:00 at Moulton College
East Midlands Volleyball Association
Northampton volleyball club

The Northampton EM men's team did not achieve the result they were aiming for in their first away match. Despite playing well and making progress throughout the game, Hermitage 2 secured a 3-1 victory.
The Northampton team will focus on making improvements in order to bounce back and restore their winning spirit.
MVP: #20 Elorm Awadzi
Northampton volleyball club
East Midlands Volleyball Association

🏐 GAME DAY ALERT! 🏐
The season kicks off at full speed as the Northampton EM men team prepares for its second match in just three days. This time, the squad is on the road, traveling to Whitwick to face the local Hermitage 2 volleyball team.
Following a strong performance and victory in their opening match, Northampton is eager to build on that momentum. The team is focused on delivering another outstanding performance and securing a win on the court.
Wishing the team the very best of luck!
📅 Tuesday, 11 November 2025
📍 Match starts at 19:30 at Whitwick and Coalville Leisure Centre
East Midlands Volleyball Association
Northampton volleyball club

Nothing can be more satisfying than having a great season opening game and celebrating a fantastic win. The team demonstrated exceptional effort and a strong will to fight in each rally, which ultimately paid off with an amazing result.
It was an impressive start, setting the stage for many more victories ahead. Let's keep pushing forward team!
MVP: #20 Elorm Awadzi
East Midlands Volleyball Association
Northampton volleyball club

🏐 GAME DAY ALERT! 🏐
The wait is finally over and the Northampton EM men team kicks off the first game of the season by hosting Boston VC team at our own venue. The team set a high standard by winning the last season and now aims to build on that success in the new campaign.
Best of luck to the Northampton team.
📅 Sunday, 9 November 2025
📍 Match starts at 16:00 at Moulton College
East Midlands Volleyball Association
Northampton volleyball club

The EM ladies wrapped up their season in style with a dominant performance in their final game. Right from the first whistle, the team displayed impressive teamwork and determination, securing a comfortable win in the first set.
Despite a slightly shaky start in the second set, the girls regrouped and rallied behind the powerful serving of their team captain, ultimately pulling ahead to claim another solid win. The third set continued the trend, with the team showing no drop in energy or focus. Their skills and cohesion were on full display as they sealed the match with another confident set victory.
After the game, the coach expressed her pride and gratitude: “I’m incredibly proud of the girls. It’s been a privilege to coach this team and witness how much each player has grown. Their dedication, improvement, and unity have truly made this a special season.”
MVP: #25 Wiktoria Jach
East Midlands Volleyball Association
Northampton volleyball club

🏐 GAME DAY ALERT! 🏐
The Northampton EM ladies team is set to host Leicester Athena Galactics in their final match of the season. In their first game Leicester celebrated victory and now Northampton ladies are aiming to conclude the season on a positive note.
Best of luck to the Northampton team.
📅 Wednesday, 30 April 2025
📍 Match start at 20:00 at Quinton House School
East Midlands Volleyball Association
Northampton volleyball club

The Northampton team made their way to Nottingham to compete in the final game of the season. Both teams had performed exceptionally well throughout the season, and the match was set to be a formidable challenge for everyone involved.
In the first set, Northampton completely lost their rhythm, allowing the home team to secure the set with an impressive score of 25-12.
However, Northampton made a strong comeback in the second set, maintaining their lead until the end. The Casualties exhibited a powerful finish, clinching the set with a score of 26-24. This tied the season record, leaving Northampton two sets down.
Nevertheless, this setback inspired NVC, leading them to triumph in the third set with a score of 25-16. Wojciech, who later earned the MVP title, showcased his skills by serving 12 consecutive times, instilling hope in Northampton to turn the match around.
The fourth set began competitively, as both teams displayed impressive volleyball skills. However, the Casualties managed to establish a significant lead, ultimately securing both the set and the match with a final score of 25-19.
The Northampton team played admirably, demonstrating areas where improvement is needed, and now they look forward to a well-deserved summer break.
MVP #54 Wojciech Bulatek
East Midlands Volleyball Association
Northampton volleyball club

🏐 GAME DAY ALERT! 🏐
The Northampton EM Men team is on its way to their last match of the season in Nottingham against the local squad, Casualties.
It has been an extensive season providing the team with an excellent chance to demonstrate their high level of volleyball skills and finish the season on a strong note.
Best of luck to the Northampton team.
📅 Saturday, 26 April 2025
📍 Match start at 17:00 at Lee Westwood Sports Centre
East Midlands Volleyball Association
Northampton volleyball club

What an incredible game it was!
The top two teams on the leaderboard faced off in Northampton, competing fiercely for crucial league points.
The first set showcased the impressive skills of both teams, revealing the intense competition that characterized the match. The visitors managed to gain the upper hand towards the end of the set, winning narrowly with a score of 23-25.
In the second and third sets, the Northampton EM men's team applied significant pressure on their opponents with strong defensive plays, allowing them to secure both sets comfortably with scores of 25-22 and 25-20.
Nonetheless, Hermitage was determined to fight back, battling for every point in the fourth set, which reached a tense 24-24 tie. The away team then won two rallies, forcing the match into a tiebreak.
The fifth set can always swing in different directions. Hermitage started off strong with a score of 5-8. However, Northampton managed to rally and take the lead at 13-12. Unfortunately, a series of mistakes in receiving and attacking cost the home team the points they needed to finish the fifth set and the match. Northampton narrowly lost another set by just two points.
This match undoubtedly showcased two of the best teams in the league, featuring a high level of volleyball with exceptional attacks and remarkable defensive plays. Northampton remains at the top of the table, with the championship set to be decided in the final games of the season.
The MVP award went to #54 Mykhail Solod.
East Midlands Volleyball Association
Northampton volleyball club