Junior beach volleyball is now one step closer to the college game with the start of the BVCA Club Challenge Series powered by JVA. The new format includes 4 weekend events where junior beach volleyball clubs align their ranked teams to...
With new recruiting legislation comes a host of adjustments for both the student-athletes, the clubs and the college coaches; and this isn’t a static thing. The challenge is to figure out how it affects the athletes' recruiting timelines and how coaches can put young athletes in a position to be successful and empowered given the current rules. Here is information on the most recent changes to NCAA Division I recruiting legislation as of August 2018, and the proposed changes that, if approved, could take effect in 2019, and some points of emphasis to communicate with the student-athletes in your club who are pursuing the opportunity to play at the collegiate level.
Tstreet's origin and name come from a popular, family-friendly beach in Southern California where the club's owner and founder, two-time Olympic gold medalist Troy Tanner, calls home. The #1 ranked club in California 3 of the last 4 years finds ways to give back to the local community, and the staff leadership care deeply about the culture they build from within. Learn more about the JVA Club of the Month.
At The Academy Volleyball Club, we have talked a lot about the ideal training versus competition cycle for the younger ages throughout the club season. We find that the most important part of youth training is keeping younger players engaged...
Journals are a terrific way to kick off your season, create a foundation for your athletes and return long term benefits. Athletes will be able to establish goals, monitor their progress real time and eventually enjoy looking back on their...
Two iconic figures in the world of volleyball asked "why isn't there boys volleyball in Minnesota?" A few other passionate people got on board to help make it happen. What started as a VERY low key, casual meeting of like-minds quickly evolved into a mission, 501c3 organization, and a thriving league for boys volleyball. Learn about the rise of the Minnesota High School Boys Volleyball Association and, more importantly, how it can be replicated.
In beach volleyball, it is critical to train defensive responsibilities and court coverage on defense as there are only two players covering one side of the court. 692 Beach Director Scott Stover shares a drill breakdown and strategy behind training a...
Over Thanksgiving of this year, A5 was fortunate to travel to Japan with a select group of 16 athletes from three different age groups. The trip to Japan marked the club's 9th international outing, and from a volleyball perspective, was in many ways the most impactful trip to date. Club Director Bob Westbrook shares the important takeaways from a coach's and club director's perspective.
Girls volleyball has become the #1 female team sport in America for girls, our NCAA National Championship Semis and Finals are on ESPN and we are filling arenas. Boys high school volleyball is growing at a 21% rate over the last five...
The 2018 AVCA Convention broke a record for registrations, and it's no secret why: this event is not only packed with educational opportunities for coaches of all ages and levels, it is the only time you will have so many world famous and passionate volleyball people in one place at the same time, all working to better our sport. Here are key notes from our weekend in Minneapolis, enjoying every minute of the 2018 AVCA Convention.