Reclaiming Her Strength
Originally Written by Julie Matthews: Victory is not always found in remission. It is in daily strength of spirit, courage to face adversity with grace, and determination to live life no matter what challenges may arise. Gloria was never a competitive athlete, however she always enjoyed exercise, and she was a strong competitor with herself. When […]
Volleyball Cares: Dig Pink!
Originally published in the AVCA’s Phenom Magazine, Summer 2011 The idea of giving back through scholarships and awards seemed the perfect way for The Side-Out Foundation to honor those students who approach Dig Pink® events as more than just fundraisers. The Side-Out Ambassador Program (SOAP) was created to recognize students who organize breast cancer awareness […]
The Strength of Teams
When Matt Mullikin (IMG College) and Robin Bordleon (Sun Belt Conference) asked me to be the keynote speaker at their 2010 Sun Belt Conference banquet I must say I was hesitant. In fact, I was terrified. I thought to myself, “what message can I give them that will have impact and who am I to […]
Gloria Dunetz, 8/14/1936-8/20/2010
Gloria (AKA “Glo”) S. Dunetz, 74, who died Friday, August 20th at her home in Fairfax Station, VA exuded beauty, kindness, strength, and love. She was graceful, an actress and dancer with charm to spare. Her talents and charisma will be passed on to others through her family and friends, of whom there are many. […]
In Loving Memory of Gloria Dunetz
Gloria Dunetz, the mother of founder Rick Dunetz, succumbed to breast cancer Friday August 20th, 2010 in her home in Fairfax, VA. Gloria was the inspiration behind Side-Out, but more than that, she was a wife, mother, grandmother and friend. She will forever be an example of strength and grace for all those who knew […]
A Coach, His Team, and Mom Find Will to Win
By Mike Walter, Channel 9 News Movies like Rudy, or Remember the Titans are the kind of sports movies where teams or players defy the odds, they beat adversity and come out on top. Both of those are based on true stories and if Hollywood is looking for another, their next stop may be […]
