Mokena Velocity All Sports aims high in helping athletes reach goals on court, in academics Jeff Vorva Times correspondent Mar 28, 2021 Mar 28, 2021 Updated Nov 5, 2024 0 1 of 5 Youth basketball is expected to grow when Mokena-based Velocity All Sports adds a new building next door. Jeff Vorva. The Times Ava Arndt of Frankfort works on her serves at Velocity Jeff Vorva, The Times Michael and Cindy See, with a blocking apparatus, have big plans for Velocity, including opening an office in London. Jeff Vorva, The Times Velocity trainer Devante Smith works on his jumping while training for the Olympics as a sprinter. Jeff Vorva, The Times Ali Sorenson of Lincoln-Way East found her love of volleyball at Velocity and is heading to Gannon University on a volleyball scholarship. Jeff Vorva, The Times Gift this article New subscriber benefit! Copied to clipboard Out of gifts for the month Unfortunately you've used all of your gifts this month. 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