Naperville, IL (September 15, 2025) — Junior Volleyball Association (JVA) is proud to announce a new partnership with Neurofuel, naming it the Preferred High Performance Mental Training Platform of JVA. This exciting collaboration will provide Club Directors, Coaches, and Athletes across the JVA community with exclusive access to cutting-edge mental performance tools designed to enhance focus, resilience, and overall athletic performance. By aligning with Neurofuel, JVA reaffirms its commitment to supporting the holistic development of youth volleyball athletes—on and off the court.

As part of this partnership, JVA member clubs will benefit from tailored resources including guided mental training programs, coach education modules, and athlete-specific exercises that build mental toughness, improve recovery, and foster a competitive mindset. Neurofuel’s platform integrates seamlessly into existing training routines, making elite mental performance accessible to teams at all levels.

“Mental training is just as vital as physical training and an essential part of performance and personal development,” said Lisa Wielebnicki, Executive Director of JVA. “Our partnership with Neurofuel gives our athletes and coaches a powerful tool to develop mental skills they need to strengthen their mindset, manage challenges, and continue growing both within competition and in life.”

Neurofuel, a leader in high-performance mindset development, brings neuroscience-backed strategies to the sports world through a user-friendly digital platform. With content created by performance psychologists, elite coaches, and former athletes, Neurofuel empowers individuals to train their brains the same way they train their bodies.

“We are thrilled to join forces with JVA and bring Neurofuel to thousands of young athletes across the country,” said Scott Smith, CEO of Neurofuel. “This partnership is about more than just performance—it’s about equipping coaches with the tools to help athletes build confidence, resilience, and self-awareness that lasts a lifetime.”

The collaboration will launch with special onboarding opportunities for JVA clubs and their coaches, including discounted access to Neurofuel’s platform. Together, JVA and Neurofuel aim to foster a generation of mentally strong, self-driven athletes who are prepared to meet the demands of today’s competitive volleyball landscape and off-court challenges.

About JVA

Junior Volleyball Association (JVA) is the only national association that’s 100% focused on junior volleyball and the needs of the club community. Our mission is simple: improve the junior volleyball experience. Founded in 2006 by club directors and for club directors, JVA supports nearly 1,700 member clubs with resources, events, education, and advocacy that help the sport grow in the right direction. With a focus on innovation and inclusivity, JVA empowers clubs to lead with purpose on and off the court, while also providing an unmatched event experience at JVA hosted tournaments. Learn more at www.jvavolleyball.org and follow @jvavolleyball on Instagram.

About Neurofuel

Neurofuel is a mental training platform designed to help athletes learn about and train the mental techniques proven to help individuals perform to their potential more often in the moments that matter most. Used by more than 1,200 teams and over 23,000 athletes, Neurofuel supports athletes, coaches, and teams in achieving peak performance mindset and long-term personal growth. Learn more at www.neurofuelapp.com/