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"Thank you for providing a great experience for my girls. Lucia was pretty much sure she wasn't playing this year. I insisted she go to camp before she made her final decision, and she's now turned around and looking forward to playing. Thanks for your encouragement & taking time to make her feel like a worthwhile part of the team. She has nothing but good things to say about you."

Missy Cadori, mother of two St Marys 2009 campers.

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"I am a big Tom Houser fan and I couldn't think of a better fit for our girls at this stage of their development."

Will Greene, host of the Virginia Episcopal School STAR camp in 2010.

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"Last week was absolutely amazing! I was so nervous about this coming season, because my coach wanted me to play a new position I wasn't used to, but now I feel totally ready for the coming school season! I'm so grateful for you and all the coaches for pushing me to learn and prepare myself. I'll keep you and all the coaches in mind this year every game! Thank you!"

Sandy Serio, camper at the EC Glass High Expectations Camp, June 2009

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"We played in the round robin last Friday.  It was so cool to see how far we've come!  The parents were so impressed with the girls' progress.  The credit goes to you!"

Penni Douglas, host of a 2007 Camp at Oconee Christian
Seneca, SC

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"While watching Coach Houser's practices they reminded me of the purpose and intensity that we saw during the Regional High Performance camps my daughter has attended. Every drill is well planned out and executed. Each has a purpose, and builds on what was learned in earlier sessions. The players are encouraged to play the game with passion along with strategy. "

Dorothy McIntyre, Girls Junior Director, Old Dominion Region.
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I just wanted to thank you for letting me help out with the camp again this year. It was awesome seeing you guys and it was great working with the kids and not only teaching them, but also learning about them too. I plan on coming back again next year and help you guys out! I love being apart of the Coach Houser camp - it makes my whole summer! Thanks again!

Lori Bryant, Red Lion Christian Academy camper in 2006 and 2007, and assistant in 2008 and 2009.

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Thanks for sending such great coaches to help us out.  It is too far out but I think I want to have them back next year.  The money we spent was money well spent.  Thanks again for making it possible.

Edgardo Ullrich, host of an in-season clinic at Shenandoah Valley Academy, August 19, 2009
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"I just looked at our camp web page with all the pictures, and it is great!! Thanks for the great job you and your coaches did, I could not ask for better."

  Sharon Owens, Host of a 2006 Camp at Lebanon High School in Lebanon, Va 

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"Because of your camp my daughter has attended for the past two years, she was named MVP for the middle school team at Timberlake Christian! It is worth the money! I recommend it to many moms."

Sandi Martin, mother of 2009 Timberlake and 2008 Jefferson Forest camper. 

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"We are very excited about you coming to Dan River to help our players and program.  I believe in the future we will look back on this week as a turning point in the turnaround of the program."

Bobby Shields, host of the Dan River STAR camp in 2010.  Then DR hosted camps in 2011 & 2012.

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"One of the main things I am so proud of is the way my girls played as a TEAM, and I want to thank you for starting that with us at camp this summer. That made a huge difference this year."

Whitney Dove, host of the Riverheads STAR camp in 2009.
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"We loved having you all here this week. I know the girls learned tons and are very grateful. I also learned quite a bit and want to thank you all for, not only the skills lessons, but all the talk about TEAM. I know the girls that came to the camp will help me with that. I will definitely keep in touch throughout the season & I know we would love to have you come back next year." 

Whitney Dove, head coach at Riverheads High in Staunton, VA, STAR host in 2009

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"I know you hear this alot, but you are an awesome coach! Your email after the tournament made my daughter's day!  You can use my words because I would tell anyone! I manage a large company and I know great leadership when I see it. Thanks again for staying close to your players."

James Mercadante, father of Kelsey, STAR Camper 2005 through 2008

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Thank you so much for your love for these girls. And for your hard work.

Nikki Parkinson, host of the Red Lion Christian Camp in 2008 and 2009

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Coach Houser has qualified three teams for Jr. Nationals! 

In 2006 he was the head coach of  Roanoke 15 N Team!  Touch here to see pics of their trip to Nationals! 

Then in 2009, his Roanoke 16 N did it!  Pics of '09 Nationals are here! 

 Then in 2012, his NRV  15 N Team qualified.   You can see pictures here!


 

“I was able to sit in and watch some of this camp and it’s was extraordinary. Coach Tom Houser knows how to teach volleyball without taking the enjoyment out of the sport. Best camp we’ve attended."

Doug Biggs, father of Kenston Forest's Carmen & Claire
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“Thank you so much for all you have done for us over the years both in and out of season! We appreciate you more than you will ever know!"

Megan Darby, host of a STAR Volleyball Camp 2017 - 2023

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“I wanted to thank you for a great first day. I saw such an improvement from 9 a.m. till 4 p.m. with all of the girls. One of the drills on the younger court was brilliant."
" I know I've said it before but I cannot thank you enough for coming. This is an amazing week for this program and I'm super excited."

Sharon Blake, host of a STAR Vball Camp 2022and 2023.
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"Thank you for providing such a spectacular, organized and professional camp with amanzing young women as leaders and coaches. I was so impressed by the coaches yesterday as they spoke and gave out awards. Thank you for the opportunities you have given Mylee. I hope to have her work with you more this coming season."

Wendy Pease, mother of Mylee, Patrick Henry c/o '25
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"Speaking from experience- these camps are the best decision you can make as a player. I highly recommend signing your volleyball players up asap - - they fill up quickly!!"

Autumn Vaught, who attended the Fort Chiswell camp 2017 - 2019

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"I would’ve much rather attended one of your STAR camps. Even if the university camp was fun, the relationships formed and volleyball that was learned with you and your staff is much more valuable in my opinion."

Courtnie Caudill, who attended the Fort Chiswell camp each year 2017-2019.

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"Every girl was positive about the camp, everyone said they learned a lot, and every girl said yes they would come back. So that tells you they were all very happy with the camp."

Coach Shirley Brown, host of the 2021 Woodrow WIlson HS STAR camp.

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"Coach Houser: I want to thank you for being a part of our program., you are part of the McMichael family. You and your staff work so hard and we appreciate your input, hard work, enthusiasm and expertise. I learn so much from you every year and so do our players. We also know that you will always be available to help by keeping a watchful eye on us.”

Marty Woods, Hall-Of-Fame head coach at McMichael High School, Mayodan, North Carolina host of 2016, 2017, 2018 & 2019 STAR site camps.
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“We want to raise good people, They’re like our kids. So we have Coach Houser and his staff work on both skills and team. I think his program is great at helping these girls become better athletes and better people.”

Leah Wimmer, head coach William Monroe High, host of 2017 & 2018 STAR site camps.
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"Thanks a lot for your continued support, encouragement & insight. Its invaluable. Your email about tonight's match has enlightened us with a different perspective and challenge. Kudos to you!! We will definitely try the drills you sent us!!!"

Gwyn Stone, head coach George Washington High, host of a 2017 STAR site camp.
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"Thanks for working with Eylse. I think she definitely began to get the mojo back, and can feel a lot better going into the season. You work miracles. We think the world of you!!"

Trista Farrell, mother of Elyse, Episcopal School, c/o '20
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"Coach Houser, just wanted to thank you and the entire staff for such a great camp. Cathryn fell in love with volleyball all over again. All of the girls were so nice and she made lots of new friends on top of the skills that she learned. Already looking forward to next year."

Michael Estes, father of Cathryn who was a 2017 and 2018 College Expectations participant.
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"Helen learned so much at your camp and enjoyed every moment and aspect. She wants to enroll for both camps for next year. Her school coach today from last year complimented her on how well she has progressed. All thanks to you!"

Amoret Jorgensen, mother of Helen who was a 2017 College Expectations participant.
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"The camp experience was a success! Everyone has had nothing but great things to say about the week. Let your staff know that they did a great job inspiring the players and helping to foster love for the sport"

Amber Raynor, host of the 2016 Arundel Aviators Rookie Camp near Annapolis MD.
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"Hey coach! I served 13 floater serves in a row & 8 of them were aces at my game against tonight! I just wanted to thank you for teaching me your amazing floater serve..... They really couldn't pass it. They even pulled 5 players back for serve receive!!! So thank you so much for teaching me how to serve at your camp! Best camp ever!!!"

Hannah Gilley, camper at the 2015 Patrick Henry Community College Camp .
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"It was great to have you here. Your staff was wonderful and it was nice to see my girls learning so much. They really loved the camp and thought that it really brought them together. Thanks again for all of your time and effort to make my camp so special!"

Vickie Reising, host of a 2013 and 2015 STAR camp at South Caldwell High School, Hudson, NC
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"I really admire the kind of coach you are. Not only do your methods make sense but they stick with the young athletes. Your silly comments....I have to admit they work!! I did order your e-books. I am coaching my first travel team and I will do everything I can so that those girls walk away with a love for the sport that will last a life time! Your books will help to prepare me!!"

John Bracken, father of Allie, c/o '18 and USAV coach in Virginia .
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"Brooke loved the camp!! It made her work! Awesome coaching and assistants. And of course thank you Sharon Lockert for finding Tom Houser!"

Phil Essner, father of a camper at Analy High School (CA) in 2014 .
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"I am so convinced of your philosophy of building a team atmosphere for girls. It's awesome. Today at practice everbody was smiling & having a blast. You would have loved it."

Jim Barber, host of 11 STAR camps.
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"Your camp is wonderful, your assistants are wonderful, you are wonderful! I can’t tell you how many girls have come up to me in this first week of school to tell me how much they loved camp. Every one of them wants to know if you’re coming back next summer. Even the graduates want a division opened for them! I guess we need to talk. :)

Sharon Lochert, host of the '13 camp at Hillcrest Middle near Santa Rosa CA .
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"After a disappointing travel season, the camp at Roanoke Catholic was a very rewarding and confidence builder for her."

Laura Smith, mother of Kimmie, a Roanoke Catholic 2013 camper.
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"The girls who came to camp are all at tryouts, and we are using the Drill Collection you gave me for hosting. I cannot tell you how much we have learned!" Nicole Kane, host of the 2013 Appomattox camp.
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"The camp was right on what I had wanted to happen. I especially appreciate your words about the "team".
Sam Farrar, host of the 2012 Paul VI camp.
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"Thanks again for everything.  My team and I loved the camp!!!! :)"
Stephanie Meade, host of the 2012 John Battle camp.
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"Thank you again for such a wonderful camp. You are one in a million."
Amy Amerell, mother of a High Expectations camper, and then host of a High Expectations Camp!
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“Thank you for a great camp week! Our team learned so much from you & I am excited to start the season. Your emphasis on "team" rather than self not only encourages them in volleyball, but keeps the focus where it should be on & off the court. Keep doing what you do! I look forward to the opportunity for our girls to work with you again
in the future."

Angie Mays, mother Maximum Expectations and two-time WCA camper.
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“Tom not only brings his technical knowledge of the game but has a passion for what he is doing”

Jim Barber, host of 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2011 and 2012 STAR Skills Camps
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"I can't even express how much this camp helped me and the team!  Thanks!"

Julianna Garren, head coach, Carlisle School, and host of a 2011 & 2012 STAR camp.
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"Your efforts last summer definitely paid off with the local teams. Thanks for your investment in our program and the program at Roanoke Catholic!  You are awesome!"

Barry Kane, head coach, Timberlake Christian and host of 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012 STAR camps. 
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"I was encouraged how much our girls improved this year. We are getting there piece by piece. I am really excited that our serve receive and defense really improved. That more than anything is what I have gleaned from our friendship. Defense, serve receive, defense, serve receive, defense."

Will Greene, host of the Virginia Episcopal STAR camp in 2010
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"We are from Richmond and I have watched you. It is clear that you love this sport more than anyone I have ever seen before. I have seen you coach your kids and you teach them how to do it right and with high expectations. Kids need you!" 

Becky Heldreth, mother of Carrie, Roan Catholic STAR '10 Camper Of The Week
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"Thank you for taking the time to help us build a team! I always enjoy being around you and watching you coach, but most importantly TEACH!"

Mary Tyree, head coach at Covington High School, host of a 2010 in-season clinic.
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"Coach Houser's camp was a home run for our girls! There is no question that the girls grew an incredible amount both individually and as a team. The amount of individual attention, encouraging but intense instruction, and thoughtful dialogue make this camp hard to beat. I would recommend it to any coach or team as great alternative or complement to going to a college program's volleyball camp."

Will Greene, host of the Virginia Episcopal STAR camp in 2010
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"Danny Miller and his staff were awesome. They really helped the players.  My players were asked by the assistants to give more effort all the time, which is great advice, especially from someone close to their age.   Please tell Danny and his staff thank you for everything they did. The camp was a lot of fun.

Heidi Moore, host of a STAR camp at Patrick Co High 2010 - 2019!

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"I wanted to let you know that I received good news this week! I will be the head coach for Timberlake's varsity volleyball team again this year. I finally got the approval this week. I can't wait to put into practice some of the things I have learned at your camps the last two years."

Barry Kane, head coach, Timberlake Christian and host of 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012 STAR camps.