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Risk Management and Insurance Coverage for Summer Volleyball Camps
Clubs hosting summer camps are responsible for creating a safe, enjoyable environment where athletes can develop their skills and [...]
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Serving Up Opportunity: How Epic Volleyball Club Is Changing Young Lives
The city of Racine, Wisconsin has a strong athletic legacy but faces real socio-economic barriers. Over 20% of the population lives below the poverty line, and many families struggle to afford traditional pay-to-play club [...]
An Athleader’s Journey: Turning Expectation into Joy
Caitlin moved to a new school during the COVID-19 pandemic, and did not have many close friends. Her parents both played volleyball when they were younger, and suggested that she try out for the [...]
10 Tryout Tips for Volleyball Players: The Skill Checklist
Trying out for a volleyball team can be both exciting and nerve-wracking—for players eager to show their skills and for parents hoping to see their child succeed. Whether you're stepping onto the court for [...]
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Risk Management Solutions: Essential Documentation for a Volleyball Club’s Overall Ability to Safeguard
*Information provided in this article is not to be considered a substitute for legal advice. Readers are strongly encouraged to seek the advice of a licensed attorney familiar with youth sport laws and regulations [...]
Risk Management Solutions: 13 Legal Duties and Responsibilities for Volleyball Clubs
Managing risk is an integral part of sports and is accomplished through developing a risk management program. It requires leaders to prioritize the safety and welfare of participants, fulfill ethical and legal obligations, and [...]
Business Solutions: Cost Analysis for Effective HR Strategies in Youth Volleyball
Success in youth volleyball clubs is a multi-faceted endeavor. While athlete performance is paramount, the role of a strong management team cannot be overstated. Effective HR strategies are critical to this equation. In a [...]
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From the JVA Office: Foster an Environment for Continued Learning
Success can be measured in many ways: championships, college scholarships, positive feedback from parents and athletes, greater numbers at tryouts, or for some, simply finishing the fiscal year in the black. Regardless of your [...]
Mental Performance Series Part One: Identifying Shared Values
Mental performance is a key aspect of sport as athletes learn and grow within the volleyball domain. We often hear young athletes describe their struggles as ‘overthinking’ or ‘focus’ but rarely can they define [...]
Recruiting Solutions: 3 Ways to Liven Up the Recruiting Process During the Dead Period
The recruiting process has changed a lot over the last couple of years, but one constant is the importance of being proactive and continuing to build relationships with college coaches. Here are 3 ways to [...]
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Beach Volleyball Recruiting Guidelines
Beach Volleyball is the NCAA's fastest-growing sport, starting with 15 Division I programs in 2012 and exceeding 100 collegiate programs in 2019, which means a huge influx of opportunities and scholarships for female student-athletes. Below is a brief explanation of and game plan to begin the recruiting process for girls interested in playing beach volleyball at the collegiate level. This is by no means comprehensive but should give you a good start to the process as well as some valuable information to guide your journey.
4 Serving Strategies to Score More Points
Serving is a critical part of the game. By using certain techniques, a team can optimize the ability to use the serve to score points. Here are 4 beach serving strategies that will help you score more points from the service...
4 Essential Skills of Mental Toughness Needed for Success
Mental toughness will not necessarily win you a championship, but not having mental toughness will lose it for you. Let's dive into the 4 skills in the hierarchy of mental toughness, and why it's important to develop one skill in order to progress to another.
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