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Dale Henderson

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Head Coach: Dale Henderson

(3rd season)

Dale Henderson is entering his third season as Porterville College head women's volleyball coach.

In 2008, Henderson guided PC to a 13-9 mark - giving the Pirates the best turn-around record in the state (from 2 wins in 2007). For their achievements, Henderson and assistant Gracie Steidley were honored as the college "Coaching Staff of the Year."

Prior to joining the PC staff, Henderson coached girl's varsity volleyball at Redwood High School in Visalia. He led the Rangers to their first-ever Valley championship title. In five years at Redwood, he compiled an impressive record of 107-42.

Henderson also made a name for himself coaching the club circuit. He coached the Sequoia Crush, and was the founder and coach for the V-Town Volleyball Club.

He played volleyball in the United State Army (1983-85) as an outside hitter. His American Service team won a Post Championship title in 1984 – the same year the club won the European title. Henderson was named Most Valuable Player.

Newspaper Article

Volleyball

PC Finishes No. 21 In State

2009 POST-SEASON AWARDS

ALL-CENTRAL VALLEY CONFERENCE

First Team

Laura Lopez

Olga Velasquez

Second Team

Evan Dillon

Katrina Goulbourne

Sabina Lopez

Honorable Mention

Jennifer Gliddon

Coach of the Year, Runner-Up

Dale Henderson

TEAM HONORS

Most Valuable Player

Laura Lopez & Olga Velasquez

Offensive Player of the Year

Evan Dillon

Defensive Player of the Year

Sabina Lopez

Coaches Award

Jennifer Gliddon

Most Improved Player

Zori Hernandez & Nansi Reyes

Rookie of the Year

Katrina Goulbourne

Most Inspirational

Chyna Smith

Pirates Earn No. 10 Seed In NorCal Playoffs

For the first time since 2005, the PC volleyball team is heading to the California Community College Athletic Association playoffs. The No. 10 Pirates (17-5) will travel to No. 7 Sierra (19-9) in Rocklin on Tuesday for a 7:30 p.m. match.

In the final regular season rankings, PC finished No. 10 in Northern California and No. 25 in the state.

Preview Story

Season Preview: Porterville Recorder (9/1)

To follow the Pirates' 2009 season, click the "Schedule/Results" page on the right menu.

2008 POST-SEASON AWARDS

ALL-CENTRAL VALLEY CONFERENCE

First Team

Olga Velasquez

Jessica Hernandez

Second Team

Laura Lopez

Honorable Mention

Jennifer Gliddon

Gabby Pino

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TEAM HONORS

Most Valuable Player

Olga Velasquez

Offensive Player of the Year

Laura Lopez

Defensive Player of the Year

Gabby Pino

Coaches Award

Jessica Hernandez

Most Improved Player

Jennifer Gliddon

Rookie of the Year

Sylvia Ramirez