The Reckoning is a three-day boys’ tournament hosted by JVA at the Georgia World Congress Center. This is an Open Consideration event for the JVA Boys National Championship.
WHO: 12U – 18U Boys
WHAT: #thereckoning
WHEN: November 21-23, 2026
WHERE: Atlanta, Georgia
Presented by Nike Volleyball
TOURNAMENT INFO
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Male athletes participating in JVA tournaments must complete the JVA Player Commitment Form on OTTO EVENT. This is mandatory, free, and takes a few minutes to complete.
Club not listed in the drop down? Your Club needs to complete the Club Registration Form, in order for your club to be listed in the dropdown. Reach out to your club director to be sure they have completed this step!
All adults (18 years and old) on a roster for JVA-insured tournaments must complete the JVA Background Screen and Trusted Coach training course. 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.
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.
This tournament will take place in Halls A & B at the Georgia World Congress Center.
COURT MAP
SATURDAY & SUNDAY WAVE TIMES
AM Wave (8 A.M. Start):
HALL A: 18 Elite & Classic, 16 Elite & Classic
HALL B: 18 Open & Premier, 16 Open & Premier, 12’s
PM Wave (2:30 P.M. Start):
HALL A: 17 Classic, 15 Classic, 14 Open Premier, & Classic, 13’s
HALL B: 17 Open, Premier & Elite, 15 Open & Premier
*Monday’s playing times will be determined by Sunday’s finishes.
**Times are tentative and subject to change
$45 Weekend Pass: Allows you access into the tournament all three days.
$20 One Day Pass: Ticket is valid for one day only.
Refund Policy: Refunds must be requested within 30 days of the date the ticket was purchased. Once a ticket is scanned, it is NOT assignable to any other individual or eligible for a refund.
Spectators ages 10 & under receive free admission. Admissions must be purchased online – NO cash sales at the door.
Teams must submit and finalize their rosters by Friday, November 6. 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.
CREDENTIAL PICK-UP
Friday, November 20
Coaches Social from 6 P.M. – 9 P.M.
SKOL Brewing
155 Carnegie Way NW
Atlanta, GA 30303
Saturday, November 21
GWCC – Building B Entrance
285 Andrew Young International Blvd
NE Atlanta, GA 30303
7 A.M. – 9 A.M.
1 P.M. – 3 P.M.
Located in the heart of downtown Atlanta, Georgia World Congress Center offers convenient on-campus parking for visitors, attendees, and staff of on-site events. Parking rate and availability is subject to change based on event times and the number of events in the building. You may also pre-purchase parking for upcoming events HERE. Matches will be played in Buildings A & B.
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
Refer to the Boys Policies & Procedures for information regarding age definitions, age waivers, boys commitment & transfer policies, safety policy, and participation of play.
Delta Air Lines is pleased to offer special discounts for Junior Volleyball Association attendees. Please click here to book your flights. You may also call Conferences and Events® at 800-328-1111* Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. (EST) and refer to Meeting Event Code NY53M *Please note there is not a service fee for reservations booked and ticketed via our reservation 800 number.
Southwest Airlines is pleased to offer JVA The Reckoning attendees discounted fares. To utilize the discount, book via SWABIZ® using this link. Discount valid for travel 11/19/2026 to 11/24/2026
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College coaches should register through OTTO PREP (formerly 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.
