Milwaukee, WI – [September 24, 2025] — Junior Volleyball Association (JVA) is proud to announce its continued sponsorship and leadership in delivering premier educational programming at the annual AVCA Convention. As a long-standing advocate for junior volleyball, the JVA will once again host a dynamic lineup of sessions tailored specifically for Club Directors, Coaches, and Administrators. This year’s offerings include the highly regarded Club Management Track, as well as dedicated sessions for both indoor and sand volleyball—providing valuable insight, strategies, and networking opportunities designed to elevate club operations and athlete development across the country.
Here’s a look at the daily schedule of JVA-sponsored education and events at this year’s AVCA Convention.
9:00 A.M.:
INDOOR – Indoor Leadership and Mentoring Huddles in KCCC 2215A. Open small group discussion to better your club.
BEACH – JVA Beach Meeting in KCCC 2202. Led by JVA Beach Leadership.
10:00 A.M.:
INDOOR – Making Parents Your Ally presented by Nick Maruyama, 630 Volleyball. KCCC 2215A
BEACH – Coach Hiring, Development, Practice and Travel Structure, Retention presented by Bryan Jones, S3 Volleyball. KCCC 2202
10:40 A.M.:
INDOOR- Investing in Coaches for Long-Term Club Success through the Onboarding, Development and Retention Process presented by Kyle Milborn and Karen Sonders, Piedmont Volleyball Club. KCCC 2215A
BEACH – Beach Business Models to Generate Revenue presented by a panel of Beach Directors: Jeff Smith (BVCA and 692 West), Ashley Ivey Swift (AJV Sand), and TJ Staples (Dakine Beach). KCCC 2202
11:20 A.M.
INDOOR – Building Trust Through Communication: A Director’s Playbook presented by Stephanie Grieshop, Coast VBA. KCCC 2215A
BEACH – Growth without relying on an indoor program presented by Jamie Walsh, Grayhawk Beach. KCCC 2202
12:00 P.M. Lunch and Mentoring Huddles in KCCC 2215A sponsored by Nike Volleyball, 431 Sports, Vertical Insure and LeagueApps
1:00 P.M. JVA Annual Meeting and Award Ceremony in KCCC 2215A
1:20 P.M. Organizational Development for Sustainability and Longevity presented by Sherry Fadool, Triangle Volleyball Club
2:00 P.M. Evolving Your Club for Growth and Efficiency: Aligning with the Market for Maximum Impact presented by Melissa Cox, 1st Alliance
2:40 P.M. Accounting Infrastructure to Effectively Manage Your Business presented by Steve Sack, Michigan Elite
3:20 P.M. Training the Mind for Game Time: Building Mental Consistency. Lessons from Club Leaders, a panel moderated by Max Miller, Mintonette Sports
A 10 min Q&A will follow each presentation
Saturday, December 20
1:00 P.M. Beach Court session presented by TBD
1:00 P.M. Hard Court session (Court 2) presented by MAVS Volleyball
Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to learn, connect, and grow with the JVA at the AVCA Convention. Whether you’re a Club Director, Coach, or Administrator, our tailored sessions and networking events are designed to help you elevate your club and stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of junior volleyball. Plus, stop by our booth 1022 in the Marketplace for some fun activities and giveaways!
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.
