Get the low down on Mintonette Sports

What’s hotter than Santa on a summer day in Mexico? Mintonette Sports VBC and they ignited their flame back in 2005.

Starting out with a whopping 24 teams that flame was much more than a flicker! Max Miller, a volleyball junkie and Mintonette VBC founder, gave notice to the central Ohio area when he realized the need for a higher level of training, competition and exposure. Max was a volleyball superstar at Western Kentucky University and knew just what the athletes in the Ohio Central Region needed to succeed.

In 2009 Rox rep, Jaime Oelke opened Mintonette up to a new level of customzation with our new Roxamation line. On October 12th 2012, Mintonette and Rox made their relationship status official and started their partnership in style with the Roxamation Absolute Jersey. Mintonette since then has been known to tie fashion in with their performance every where they go. Especially at USAV Nationals this past year when they brought home the American Bronze Medal with their 17’s team, and the American National Championship with their 13’s team. We are happy to have Mintonette on our side of the court and hope to provide them with their volleyball gear for years to come!

• Mintonette’s Slogan: “Get Low!"

• Max says : “ Rox has the coolest jerseys on the block! The kids get plenty of attention everywhere they go!”
• Ohio Valley Region
• Team colors: Navy Blue, Orange, Columbia Blue
• Mascot: Weiner Dog

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Posted by Makayla Olson on November 16, 2012
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OK Charge 17 Rox wins with speed and their ability to fight

If you can describe this team in one word it's scrappy. Oklahoma Charge 17 Rox may not be the tallest team in the gym, but they are definitely one of the fastest; priding themselves on never giving up and fighting for every point. The team has excellent chemistry on and off the court and it shows in their play. Their passing and defense is what has carried them to the Gold bracket in all but one tournament this year. Every player has a passion for volleyball and puts 100% into the team. Their team motto is "do work", which is exactly what they do; working on and off the court to win. Team ROX girls not only excel in volleyball, but they are well-rounded students and young women. They are leaders and are active in community service. Some of the standout players include:

#11 Lauren Winslow | Setter and Team Captain: Lauren is the glue that holds this team together. She is a mild mannered leader that keeps the team steady. She runs a quick  5-1 offense and makes big plays in big games.

#13 Bradi Ryan | Outside Hitter: Bradi is what you call a "big banger". She is a quick hitter with a heavy arm. She is also a core part of our defense and passing. Bradi received MVP at the Oklahoma Region Championships.

Great job girls! We are proud to have you as part of the ROX Family!

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Posted by Greg Wineman on May 01, 2012
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Excel NW 18 ROX rocks it with a bid to Nationals

Excel NW Volleyball Club is a ROX sponsored club from the greater Vancouver, WA area and is dedicated to the growth of their athletes in volleyball and overall life. Three of their 13 teams have already qualified for Nationals: 18 ROX, 15 ROX and 14 ROX, with club director, Kelly Adams, saying, “We smell a V.”

18 ROX is coached by Kelly Adams, Jason Hubert and Jeff Nesbitt and the team just placed 5th overall at Regionals. With only 8 players on the team, the coaching staff tributes their success to hard work, and the ability to naturally pull it together when things get chaotic on the court. “They play with heart and believe in one another,” says Coach Hubert. All three seniors have recently signed to play in college:

Keisha Kennedy | MB & OH | 6’3’’ | Team Captain
Lewis & Clark State College

Treneisha Doyle | OH | 5’9’’ | 4 year Varsity Starter
Lewis & Clark State College

Shawntel Kalliainen | LB | 5’3’’ | All League 1st Team
Clark Community College

Congratulations team! We are looking forward to seeing you at the AAU Nationals this year! 

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Posted by Greg Wineman on April 30, 2012
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J-Stroke Team ROX Puts Up Big Wins at Capitol Classic Volleyball Tournament

In a gym with 86 courts, you can't miss this team. Filled with a spirit even officials can't help smiling, J-Stroke Jackals are a force to be reckoned with. We caught up with them at the Capitol Hill Classic Volleyball Tournament in DC and cheered on their undefeated victories in day 2. In their warmup we found them in a tight huddle yelling crazy cheers while showing off their bright pink ROX jerseys.

The J-Stroke Volleyball Club is a non-profit, charitable organization which was established in Berks County, Pennsylvania in 2004. The Club is a member of the Keystone Regional Volleyball Association (KRVA), and is governed by USA Volleyball rules.The Club provides cost-effective and competitive teams for girls who seek to compete in USA Junior tournaments, develop their volleyball skills, enhance their high school volleyball experience and further their love of the sport. 

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Posted by Courtney Davidson on February 28, 2012
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