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May 9, 2025

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BVA High School Volleyball hosting clinic

The Belle Vernon Area girls volleyball team will host a clinic for girls interested in playing volleyball in grades 5, 6, 7 and 8.

There will be two sessions for those interested to choose from. Session 1 will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. on June 2. Session 2 will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. on June 4. Both will be held in the high school gymnasium.

The cost is $60 per session, which will be led by new volleyball coach Ina Helmick, her staff and high school player...

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