Athletic Position

03/05/2026

I am so unbelievably proud of these amazing young ladies. Throughout the whole season, we have forced them to step outside of their comfort zones and do the unthinkable. For the past 3 and a half months, these girls have shown IMMENSE improvement. With hard work and discipline, we finished the season undefeated, with a 22-0 record. I was so happy to coach these players, and I am certain that they will go on to do great things.

From left to right:
Kirby Bacon, Kara Lowry, Lucy Waibel, Willow Gomez, Michelle Weeks, Jaylyn Diekhoff, Gracie Irving, Kennedy Mowbray, Lexie Chambers, Mike Swingle
Bottom row: Lila Jarosz, A’lyanna Rouser
Not Pictured: Lilly Orwig

02/24/2026

Here are your 2026 Eastside JVA Tournament Champions.
What an incredible group of girls we have. The season record now stands at 17-0. We played 6 matches in 2 days against some very solid competition and won every game in 2 sets. The championship game was a thriller against the best team we’ve played this season, but hard work and perseverance got us over the finish line and gave us our 3rd consecutive championship. Lex and I continue to be impressed by their commitment to the process and their tremendous drive to succeed. A big shout out to all the parents that continue to support us. We couldn’t do it without you.

L to R:
Mike, Adi, Lex, Gracie, Michelle, Willow, Jaylyn, Kirby, Kara, Lucy, Kennedy, Lily,
Bottom row:
Lila, Alyanna
Not Pictured: Charlie Green

02/05/2026

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These amazing ladies are now 11-0!!!

We had about 2 weeks in between this tournament and our last. We analyzed our players mechanics through game footage, and then got busy on making their biomechanical changes through various drills.

Lex and I are super proud of these girls!! They work so hard and I can’t wait to see how our next tournament goes.

Players Listed from left to right: Kennedy Mowbray, Jaylyn Diekhoff, Michelle Weeks, Willow Gomez, Lila Jarosz, Kara Lowry, Kirby Bacon, Charlie Green, A’lyanna Rouser, Lucy Waibel, Gracie Irving, and Lilly Orwig.

01/23/2026

I am so unbelievably PROUD of these girls.

When Lexie and I began putting this team together in November, we decided that all we needed to ask for was positive attitudes, effort, and determination. If the players could give us that, we could handle the rest, and that is exactly what they did.

We asked these players to fully devote themselves to this team. We wanted 3 practices a week, and up to 3 hours per practice. Not a single player had objections. We could tell how much they wanted to improve and grow.

The beginning was rocky. All players swung their arms to the ball, couldn’t get 5 serves over in a row, and didn’t understand basic hitting fundamentals.

We worked their butts off.

By our first tournament the improvements were unmatched.

We served at a 98% day 1 and 100% day 2

All of our hitters where hitting over a 400%

We ended up wining the first tournament. Lex and I cannot express how proud I am of this group.

10/30/2025

THE CLINIC HAS FILLED UP INCREDIBLY FAST, ONLY 5 SPOTS AVAILABLE

Get your girls signed up today before spots run out!

10/24/2025

ATTENTION ALL JUNIOR HIGH VOLLEYBALL PLAYERS!

Athletic Position is hosting 2 separate clinics to prepare athletes 5-8th grade for tryouts. First contact, then Hitting.

First contact: Players will learn the proper mechanics for serving and serve receive. There will be an intense focus on increasing serving consistency and speed. Additionally, serve receive footwork and proper platform technique will also be provided.

Hitting: Players will be taught an effective approach, arm swing, and downball. The hitting program allows players to learn how to consistently swing at any set, and direct the balls down.

What’s the price?
$100/player (if register for both clinics, then $200)

How can you register?

Text Coach Mike Swingle @ 217-737-6478

Text Coach Lexie Chambers @ 217-737-2015

EACH CLINIC WILL BE CAPPED AT 10 PLAYERS

Come on down to Athletic Position’s 1st Contact and Hitting clinic for 6 hours of amazing training!

10/24/2025

THIS IS IN REGARDS TO THE ORIGINAL FLYER FOR THE JUNIOR HIGH VOLLEYBALL CLINICS :

THE ORIGINAL DATES FOR THE CLINIC WERE INCORRECT.

THE CORRECT DATES ARE AS FOLLOWS:
HITTING FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7TH FROM 330-630
FIRST CONTACT FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7TH FROM 630-930
HITTING SATURDAY,NOVEMBER 8TH FROM 12-3
FIRST CONTACT SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8TH FROM 330-630

WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE INCONVENIENCE !

10/23/2025

ATTENTION BOYS AND GIRLS 7+ INTERESTED IN BOXING!

IF INTERESTED TEXT DAVE ENGLE AT 217-750-3424

05/07/2023

HAPPY FRI-YAY! You made it...attention all weekend warriors...get a lesson! Softball, baseball, volleyball, golf...you pick the sport and we have the training! Call today! 217-737-6478.

04/01/2023

For rent: 930 sf space with concrete floors, well lit, heated, private entrance, and near downtown. Available immediately. Can be split into 2 units. 500 sf for $300/month, 430 sf for $250, or both for $525. Contact Mike at (217) 737-6478 for more details.

08/27/2022

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