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JVA and Nike Volleyball Announce a Partnership Extension with Enhanced Benefits for JVA Members and Event Participants
Naperville, IL (August 13, 2025) — Junior Volleyball Association (JVA) is proud to announce an extension of its successful [...]
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Technology Solutions: 5 Things to Look for with Cyber Insurance Coverage to Protect Your Volleyball Club
Digital technology streamlines the operations of your volleyball club, but it also means that everyday activities ranging from the collection of information and website usage to promotions on social media can leave you open [...]
An Athleader’s Journey: Dedication to Learning and Leading Others
Daniela Staton was introduced to volleyball in the spring of my 5th grade, and like most beginners, she struggled to serve the ball over the net. In 6th grade she made the “C” team, [...]
JVA Announces Addition of Nick Maruyama to the JVA Board of Directors
The JVA is pleased to announce that Nick Maruyama has been appointed to the JVA Board of Directors as the JVA Boys Representative. Maruyama is Executive Director of 630 Volleyball in Lisle, Illinois. Under [...]
News
JVA Announces 2018 Ultra Ankle JVA Watch List
The 2018 Ultra Ankle® JVA Watch List features 1,150 girls indoor junior volleyball players from 123 JVA member clubs across 30 states plus Canada. The players nominated are among the best in the nation in their age division this season.
JVA Teams Up with Augusta Sportswear, Inc.
JVA is proud to announce a new multi-year partnership with Augusta Sportswear, Inc. a leading designer, manufacturer, and marketer of innovative high-performance activewear and spirit wear for teams, coaches, athletes, and fans. Together the three brands combine—Augusta Sportswear, Holloway...
The Volleyball Practice Wins JVA Club of the Month
The Volleyball Practice formally began in 2014 with a simple objective: Encourage more youth to play volleyball by offering opportunities to practice every week and by nurturing a culture of learning among participants, coaches, and parents. Now in its' fourth year, The TVP Team program trains boys teams at the U14/16/17 and 18 age divisions, each team playing a full schedule, and practicing 2-3 times each week. Learn more about our newest JVA Club of the Month.
Club Directors
SynergyForce Wins JVA Club of the Month
SynergyForce was founded as “CalSynergy” in 2009. The club had 7 teams and struggled to obtain enough practice space. In 2012, CalSynergy merged with “Force” and became “SynergyForce,” securing its own training facility and [...]
From the JVA Office: Growth of Volleyball Events Escalates the Demand for Officials
It is a known fact that quality events increase participation in the sport of volleyball. One aspect of an event experience that teams and spectators will be quick to note and comment on is the [...]
Lexington United Wins JVA Club of the Month
Lexington United was founded in 2011 by Chris Beerman as a Munciana satellite club, fielding 20 teams in the first season. Beerman had just completed his 3rd year at Kentucky as an assistant coach [...]
Coaches
4 Tips to Help Manage the Stress of Tryout Season
As summer comes to an end, school volleyball is on the front burner of many minds. But for club directors, administrators and staff, club season is just around the corner. If you’re like me, you’re already devising practice...
Are volleyball scholarships guaranteed for four years?
It’s no secret that the volleyball recruiting process can get complicated, especially when it comes to athletic scholarships. One question many athletes wonder is whether volleyball scholarships are even guaranteed for four years. Find out the answer to this...
3 Fun Ways to Improve Your Beach Game
Technique and skill in any sport will only get you so far. To be the best beach volleyball athlete or coach you can be, it is essential to also enjoy your experience and have fun. Founding coaches at Beach Nation...
Boys
Girls
Don’t Push the Recruiting Panic Button
This time of the year can be emotionally challenging for seniors who are still engaged in the recruiting process. Here is some reassurance that there is still a lot of time on the recruiting clock.
Beyond Athletic Abilities
There are volumes of information on the How To’s for everything…especially in the recruiting realm for collegiate sports. I have even written some over the past few years with the goal of aiding athletes and parents on the...
Fashion Tips For The Slim & Tall, Not The Big & Tall
If you’re tall then you are already painfully aware that the world wasn’t made for someone your size. Whether you’re shopping for a new car, taking a shower at a hotel or just looking in most any...


















