On Sat., Sept. 13, North Cross School will host the 13th annual Volleyball Invitational Tournament on campus, in the Carter Athletic Center.

About 100 athletes, from seven other schools across the state will compete in the Tournament. The event will begin at 10 a.m., with a game between North Cross School and Hampton Roads Academy. Others schools participating include Collegiate School in Richmond, The Covenant School in Charlottesville, Flint Hill School in Oakton, Liberty Christian Academy in Lynchburg, Nansemond-Suffolk Academy in Suffolk and Wakefield School in The Plains.

Last year, the School’s varsity volleyball team, coached by Heather Donaho, ended the season with a record of 14-11. They attended the Virginia Independent Schools Athletic Association (VISAA) semi-finals. Kendall Patterson ’08 and Sarah Jessee ’10 were named to all-state teams.

Tickets will be available at the door for $5 (adults)/ $3(children). For more information contact North Cross School Athletic Director Donna Satterwhite at 989-6641.

North Cross School is a college-preparatory, day school grounded in a strong liberal arts and science curriculum combined with exceptional co-curricular programs. The academic program, from junior kindergarten through twelfth grade, prepares students to become responsible, successful citizens by encouraging them to explore their interests and develop their talents. The School is located at 4254 Colonial Avenue, Roanoke, VA, 24018.

This news release was written by Heather Farber, a student at the University of South Carolina, interning in the Development Office.

Do you have news or photos involving teams or players from Southwest Roanoke County? If so, you can share them at news@swo-co.com

OTHER RECENT NORTH CROSS COVERAGE

Sept. 10: North Cross Raiders pull off huge road win in volleyball
* Sept. 8: North Cross volleyball wins against Chatham Hall
* Sept. 8 Art exhibit at North Cross open until October
* Sept. 3: North Cross wins first conference volleyball game.

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