How often are practices and how many tournaments will we have?

Practices and travel differ based on the program you are in (Local, Regional, Select, National). Please visit each affiliate's website page for more details.

What is club volleyball?

Club volleyball is a competitive program designed to give volleyball players an additional opportunity to compete in the game of volleyball. It is a program that strives to challenge the athletes to improve and mature as volleyball players and teammates. Whether a player is graduating from high school and preparing themselves for the collegiate level, or a high school or middle school team, the club program helps the athlete become more skillful, coachable, and experienced for their next school.

What are the main reasons people choose a Juniors Volleyball Club?

We have been asked this question many times during the past 20+ years and one of the main reasons players return is the “family spirit”.  We keep things positive, keep the lines of communication open, and work hard at making JVC the best club for you and your family. We have also been commended for our outstanding organization within the club. Our club directors and coaches are involved for one main reason – their love of the game of volleyball and willingness to share their knowledge with the younger generation.

How many players are on a team, and how many teams will be formed?

We like to keep the number between 10 and 12, and the number of teams will depend on how many girls try out.

What is involved with club tryouts?  

Please see each affiliate's tryout page for more details.

The player and parent will check in at our registration desk. The player will then receive a tryout shirt and continue into the gym.  At the tryout, the coaching staff will be looking for coachable athletes who have a great work ethic and want to learn to be better players. Athletes will be tested and evaluated for their overall athletic ability and level of volleyball skill. Teams need to be balanced with all positions. Attitude, leadership, and focus are also considered. In all cases, the coaches will consider you not only as an individual but as part of a team. We will do our best to place players on teams of similar skill and dedication. Emails will go out to all players either saying they have received an offer or that they have not gotten one, but could potentially get one based on declines of other offers.

What if my athlete cannot attend two tryout sessions?
Attending both is helpful, but not ultimately required.  If we have athletes who are "bubble kids" then it is great to get another look.  That's probably 20% of athletes.  The other 80% are usually more straight forward to evaluate.  Difficult to address this question with specificity until we know how many athletes are in our gym.

Can parents watch tryouts?

At Juniors we love our parents, however, sometimes parents are a distraction and your daughter may actually have a better tryout if you are not present. Please check with each club director about their parent policy.

Are commitments binding?

YES! Once you accept the offer you are contractually and legally obligated to complete your team.

Can student-athletes “play up” with an older age group?

Yes, this is possible, however, we encourage players to play within their own age. We treat each situation on a case-by-case basis in order to make the most competitive teams in our program.

Can players be moved or added to a team after initial teams are assigned?

It is unlikely, but it could potentially happen.

Do teams practice together or separately?

Teams will have individual time with their own teams, as well as time with another team for scrimmaging and drill purposes.

Are student-athletes allowed to play other sports?

YES! We encourage our athletes to play other sports and “do other things.” This makes for a well-rounded athlete. Communication about conflicts from the player/parents to the coach ahead of time so everyone can plan accordingly is a crucial piece of making the season a success.

Is there a playing time philosophy?

We do not have a playing time policy at JVC. Our philosophy is to encourage all athletes to earn their time on the court to have a role on their team. We focus on a balance of player development of every athlete on every team and competitive success. At younger ages, playing time is more equal. At the older ages, playing time becomes less equal. On every team we feel that playing time distribution is of great importance, however, playing time does NOT have to be equal. No team will have 100% equal playing time.

What happens in case of injury and/or quitting the team?

Players who resign from a team for any reason other than injury will receive zero refund. Players that are injured, as confirmed in writing by a medical professional, will receive a refund as follows:

Injured on Jan 1st or before – 50% refund of fees. Injured on Feb 1st or before – 30% refund of fees. Injured after March 1st – no refund of fees.

What if we have conflicts?

We believe it is OK for conflicts to arise, however, what we expect is up-front communication with the team coach and respect for the commitment you have made to your team.

What are your parent policies?

• Support the team and club, not just one’s own daughter.

• Attempt to look out for, protect, and seek out the best interest of the team and the club, not just the best interest of one’s daughter—understanding that what is best for one, is not always best for the collective.

• Keep “negative” or “critical” communication private and away from one’s daughter.

• Allow your daughter to develop her own opinions about the team coach, teammates, and club – recognizing that their opinion may be different from your own.

• Actively seek positive ways to help the team.

• Remember the implications of social networking sites…please remain positive and supportive when posting anything online.

• Any spectator that comes to watch your daughter play is bound to the same contract that you are.

Does your club provide retention offers?  

Retention offers are determined on a player by player basis per each Club Director and vary depending upon age group, needs of a particular class, etc.  Check with your club director for details.

When does my financial obligation begin?  

Upon formal acceptance, the Club will collect a deposit of your total club dues for the season.  Accepted Retention Offers will have the deposits they've made credited against future obligations.