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3 Benefits of Upper Body Strength Training for Volleyball Athletes
It can be easy to focus on the lower body when training for volleyball. All of the jumping, [...]
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Developing a Beach Program with the Club Dual Format
After focusing on its indoor program for more than 13 years, Grand Strand Juniors is making new investments in a beach program. Club Director Alex Sing notes “It’s funny how things go full circle. GSJ [...]
Alliance Volleyball Wins JVA Club of the Month
Alliance Volleyball was founded in 2010 when two clubs (Impact and Select) merged into one, immediately making 60 girls teams in year one. Today, 28 teams train and The TOA Sports Performance Center, a [...]
Why Ankle Mobility is Critical to Preventing Injuries in Volleyball Athletes
Athletic performance is an impressive combination of muscle contractions guided by the central nervous system that cause joint actions to move in a specific manner, therefore accomplishing specified tasks. These tasks can be as [...]
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New Recruiting Legislation and Practical Application for Junior Volleyball Clubs
The NCAA Division I Council adopted new recruiting legislation on April 18, 2018. There has been a lot of conjecture out there over the past few days but it's best to adhere to the facts and support our athletes with the goal of educating and guiding them within the confines of the new legislation. Let's begin with the proposals that have been passed, the rationale, some side notes and practical applications of the rules.
3 Budget Tricks to Make Your Club Fees Last All Season
It’s a recurring nightmare that plays out with many volleyball club directors. Midway through the season, you realize your organization has overspent and doesn’t have the money to cover the remaining costs. What happened? Chances are, you failed...
From the JVA Office: Boys Volleyball is on the Rise and All Clubs Can Have an Impact
Boys volleyball is becoming increasingly popular, as many decide to leave the field and step onto the hard court. With the transition, male athletes are entering an entirely new competitive environment. In every sport male athletes are naturally driven to...