Snowball Slam is a two-day boys tournament hosted by JVA at Spooky Nook Sports Complex in Manheim, Pennsylvania.
WHO: 14U – 18U Boys
WHAT: #snowballslamvb
WHEN: December 5-6, 2026
WHERE: Manheim, Pennsylvania
Presented by Nike Volleyball
TOURNAMENT INFO
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We have partnered with Team Travel Source (TTS) to handle our housing needs. JVA does not have a stay to play policy; however, teams and families are encouraged to book their hotel accommodations through TTS. Booking through TTS allows us to get the best hotels at the best rates.
Contact TTS with any housing questions:
volleyball@teamtravelsource.com
502-354-9103
It is required that a JVA Insurance Waiver be completed every season by every player and staff member attending a JVA tournament.
Insurance waivers cannot be edited once submitted. Completed waivers are sent directly to your volleyball club.
Male athletes competing in JVA tournaments must complete the JVA Player Commitment Form on OTTO EVENT. This is mandatory, free, and takes a few minutes to complete.
All adults (18 years and old) on a roster for JVA-insured tournaments must complete the JVA Background Screen and Trusted Coach training. Clubs cannot submit rosters until every adult listed has a cleared background screen and completed coaches training. For more information about JVA’s background screening requirements, click here.
HOW TO Add Staff to JVA Rosters in OTTO EVENT
Adults with a verified AAU background screen may be added to a JVA roster and are not required to complete a JVA Background Screen and Trusted Coaches training course. JVA does NOT accept USAV background screens.
This tournament will take place at the Spooky Nook Sports Complex in Manheim, PA.
Sunday bracket play is determined by your team’s finish in Saturday’s pool play.
More information coming soon!
Pre-Event Online Price
$30 Event Pass: Allows you access into the event both days.
$18 One Day Pass: Ticket is valid for ONE day only.
On-site Price
$32 Event Pass: Allows you access into the event both days.
$19 One Day Pass: Ticket is valid for ONE day only.
Spectators ages 10 & under receive free admission. Admissions can be purchased online or on-site for an additional fee. We highly encourage pre-purchasing tickets for an efficient arrival experience.
Questions, contact admissions@nooksports.com
ADMISSIONS LINK COMING SOON!
Teams must submit and finalize their rosters by Friday, November 20. Failure to add a roster to OTTO EVENT (formerly SportWrench) by this date may result in a $25 late fee per team. Any roster changes after the roster due date must be emailed to tournaments@jvavolleyball.org
Players and coaches will not be allowed inside the playing hall without their credentials. No roster changes can be made for coaches without a valid JVA or AAU background screen at team check-in. Adults without proper screening and training will not receive credentials or access to the team bench.
More info coming soon!
Refer to the Boys Policies & Procedures for information regarding age definitions, age waivers, boys commitment & transfer policies, safety policy and participation of play.
Parking information for Snowball Slam can be found on the Spooky Nook Sports Complex website.
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College coaches should register through University Athlete.
Volleyball Rental: JVA does not have volleyball rental available. All teams are responsible for bringing their own volleyballs for warmups. Game balls will be provided.
Athletic Trainers: Athletic Trainers will be available inside the playing hall by the main tournament desk.
Facility Rules: No outside food, beverage, or tailgating allowed. No coolers will be allowed. There will be chairs provided along each court for spectators. Camping chairs will NOT be allowed in the convention center due to a potential fire hazard.
