Anonymous
10/25/2024 16:35
Subject: Re:Any helpful volleyball intel on 15s thru 18s team in run up to try outs?
Anonymous wrote:Any info on openings (or not) for the following club teams for the 16s to 18s age group:
Vienna Elite (and the related offshoot -- DMV Elite)
Loudon Elite
VAVA (Virginia Volleyball Academy)
MD Juniors
VA Juniors
Blue Ridge
St James
Don’t sleep on Go Volley. His teams will be in open this year. Also best training hands down. Where do u think all the top players go for privates. He coaches all his National teams and here at fees.
Anonymous
10/25/2024 09:21
Subject: Any helpful volleyball intel on 15s thru 18s team in run up to try outs?
Does anyone know how much movement there is in the 14s, 15s, and 16s for MEVC? We are new to club too and this is one we are adding to the tryout list based on the advice of this forum calling it a mid-level club.
Anonymous
10/24/2024 14:48
Subject: Re:Any helpful volleyball intel on 15s thru 18s team in run up to try outs?
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Any info on openings (or not) for the following club teams for the 16s to 18s age group:
Vienna Elite (and the related offshoot -- DMV Elite)
Loudon Elite
VAVA (Virginia Volleyball Academy)
MD Juniors
VA Juniors
Blue Ridge
St James
What about mojo? Are they back in business after the ECP merge?
I'm equally puzzled. We're new to club volleyball and competing with returning rosters. Have no clue if going to tryouts is even worth it (just me thinking out loud, not my daughter, she is game and reasonably optimistic). I only know of one club with an open position (based on what the coach told me, off record, not one of the above), but even that isn't guaranteed of course.
You should try out for mid- and low-tier clubs. They claim that their rosters are coming back, but that is unlikely in many cases. Their good players tend to try out for better clubs and they may return if they have no other option. Trying out for a top club is a waste of time and money for a beginner player. That's where they have returning rosters, plus the better players who played for mid- and low-tier clubs during the previous season.
Anonymous
10/24/2024 13:47
Subject: Re:Any helpful volleyball intel on 15s thru 18s team in run up to try outs?
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Any info on openings (or not) for the following club teams for the 16s to 18s age group:
Vienna Elite (and the related offshoot -- DMV Elite)
Loudon Elite
VAVA (Virginia Volleyball Academy)
MD Juniors
VA Juniors
Blue Ridge
St James
What about mojo? Are they back in business after the ECP merge?
I'm equally puzzled. We're new to club volleyball and competing with returning rosters. Have no clue if going to tryouts is even worth it (just me thinking out loud, not my daughter, she is game and reasonably optimistic). I only know of one club with an open position (based on what the coach told me, off record, not one of the above), but even that isn't guaranteed of course.
Anonymous
10/24/2024 13:09
Subject: Re:Any helpful volleyball intel on 15s thru 18s team in run up to try outs?
Anonymous wrote:FPYCparent wrote:False alarm on VAJRS ... maybe. (Or someone quickly updated their website)
Per https://www.vajuniors.com/page/show/1453430-club-information:
There's now another Black and Blue scrimmage for the 15s - 17s on March 16, with all teams slated for Bid Regionals the following weekend. It also appears that the 16s and 17s are going to Show Me instead of MEQ.
I'm pretty certain that wasn't what was posted earlier in October. Oh well. I updated the spreadsheet.
...
Are National Harbor and Capital Hill "enough" to satisfy the regional tournament requirement for Bid Regionals. I only see one other local event for the 15s (in March, no less) and one for the 18s. My kid has been on the other end of not having enough local events played to enter Bid Regionals.
RE -- National Harbor and Cap Classic satisfying the regional requirement to be eligible for CHRVA regionals -- Cap Classic definitely does; but not sure about National Harbor.
RE -- this question of what's happening with VA Juniors -- intriguing!! Very curious to hear from anyone who has been going to their clinics this Fall. Anyone hearing or seeing anything that gives the sense that something is awry?
oh good heavens let's not create drama where there most likely is none. If you genuinely are curious, then reach out to the club and ask or go to a clinic and find out for yourself.
While regionals is an easier path to a bid, it's not the only path. And, depending on dates and other tournaments can be just a bad date for the club. Also, it's important to note that while USAV is more "presitgious" b/c you have to qualify (but with trickle downs its kind of a joke), AAU Nationals are very strong as well. More college coaches go to AAU (418) vs USAV (388).
Anonymous
10/24/2024 01:59
Subject: Re:Any helpful volleyball intel on 15s thru 18s team in run up to try outs?
Anonymous wrote:Any info on openings (or not) for the following club teams for the 16s to 18s age group:
Vienna Elite (and the related offshoot -- DMV Elite)
Loudon Elite
VAVA (Virginia Volleyball Academy)
MD Juniors
VA Juniors
Blue Ridge
St James
What about mojo? Are they back in business after the ECP merge?
Anonymous
10/23/2024 22:39
Subject: Re:Any helpful volleyball intel on 15s thru 18s team in run up to try outs?
FPYCparent wrote:False alarm on VAJRS ... maybe. (Or someone quickly updated their website)
Per https://www.vajuniors.com/page/show/1453430-club-information:
There's now another Black and Blue scrimmage for the 15s - 17s on March 16, with all teams slated for Bid Regionals the following weekend. It also appears that the 16s and 17s are going to Show Me instead of MEQ.
I'm pretty certain that wasn't what was posted earlier in October. Oh well. I updated the spreadsheet.
...
Are National Harbor and Capital Hill "enough" to satisfy the regional tournament requirement for Bid Regionals. I only see one other local event for the 15s (in March, no less) and one for the 18s. My kid has been on the other end of not having enough local events played to enter Bid Regionals.
RE -- National Harbor and Cap Classic satisfying the regional requirement to be eligible for CHRVA regionals -- Cap Classic definitely does; but not sure about National Harbor.
RE -- this question of what's happening with VA Juniors -- intriguing!! Very curious to hear from anyone who has been going to their clinics this Fall. Anyone hearing or seeing anything that gives the sense that something is awry?
FPYCparent
10/23/2024 17:38
Subject: Re:Any helpful volleyball intel on 15s thru 18s team in run up to try outs?
False alarm on VAJRS ... maybe. (Or someone quickly updated their website)
Per https://www.vajuniors.com/page/show/1453430-club-information:
There's now another Black and Blue scrimmage for the 15s - 17s on March 16, with all teams slated for Bid Regionals the following weekend. It also appears that the 16s and 17s are going to Show Me instead of MEQ.
I'm pretty certain that wasn't what was posted earlier in October. Oh well. I updated the spreadsheet.
...
Are National Harbor and Capital Hill "enough" to satisfy the regional tournament requirement for Bid Regionals. I only see one other local event for the 15s (in March, no less) and one for the 18s. My kid has been on the other end of not having enough local events played to enter Bid Regionals.
Per https://www.vajuniors.com/page/show/1453430-club-information:
There's now another Black and Blue scrimmage for the 15s - 17s on March 16, with all teams slated for Bid Regionals the following weekend. It also appears that the 16s and 17s are going to Show Me instead of MEQ.
I'm pretty certain that wasn't what was posted earlier in October. Oh well. I updated the spreadsheet.
...
Are National Harbor and Capital Hill "enough" to satisfy the regional tournament requirement for Bid Regionals. I only see one other local event for the 15s (in March, no less) and one for the 18s. My kid has been on the other end of not having enough local events played to enter Bid Regionals.
Anonymous
10/23/2024 15:58
Subject: Re:Any helpful volleyball intel on 15s thru 18s team in run up to try outs?
FPYCparent wrote:Unless some updates have been posted since I started that spreadsheet, it seems that VAJRS is not planning on having any teams in the 15s-to-18s range attend CHRVA Bid Regionals. The 16s and 17s might be going to Indianapolis instead. It seems like it would be easier to complete for a bid (even if we're "only" talking National/American/Freedom divisions) within the region than trying to get something at a qualifier. What's the reasoning here?
Speaking of qualifiers, the posted schedules had two Paramount teams going to five qualifiers. Seems like a lot ... especially if one of those weekends is in Reno. Metro18s are also going to 5 qualifiers.
Interesting. I hadn't noticed VAJRs wasn't among the registered teams for bid regionals. I agree getting a bid at CHRVA regionals is way easer that expecting to get one at a qualifier, even in lower divisions. I don't see them as registered for 16s-18s Mideast Qualifier either.
FPYCparent
10/23/2024 14:45
Subject: Re:Any helpful volleyball intel on 15s thru 18s team in run up to try outs?
Ha! Thanks. I had started a thread about the spreadsheet (https://www.dcurbanmom.com/jforum/posts/list/1230731.page ... now on Page 2), but I figured it must not have garnered much interest.
Anyway, good luck to everyone trying out this weekend and next. And my apologies to all the bank accounts that are about to take a hit! LOL!
Anyway, good luck to everyone trying out this weekend and next. And my apologies to all the bank accounts that are about to take a hit! LOL!
Anonymous
10/23/2024 14:08
Subject: Re:Any helpful volleyball intel on 15s thru 18s team in run up to try outs?
FPYCparent wrote:Unless some updates have been posted since I started that spreadsheet, it seems that VAJRS is not planning on having any teams in the 15s-to-18s range attend CHRVA Bid Regionals. The 16s and 17s might be going to Indianapolis instead. It seems like it would be easier to complete for a bid (even if we're "only" talking National/American/Freedom divisions) within the region than trying to get something at a qualifier. What's the reasoning here?
Speaking of qualifiers, the posted schedules had two Paramount teams going to five qualifiers. Seems like a lot ... especially if one of those weekends is in Reno. Metro18s are also going to 5 qualifiers.
ok went to find your spreadsheet and it is awesome! Linking here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1F8tT6inFdH21GZpUQ0uiRNTu6e8zfFmDoc6ep-Dj9hk/edit?usp=sharing
You are now among the canon saints of CHRVA volleyball parents for putting that delish product together -- thank you!!
FPYCparent
10/23/2024 13:52
Subject: Re:Any helpful volleyball intel on 15s thru 18s team in run up to try outs?
Unless some updates have been posted since I started that spreadsheet, it seems that VAJRS is not planning on having any teams in the 15s-to-18s range attend CHRVA Bid Regionals. The 16s and 17s might be going to Indianapolis instead. It seems like it would be easier to complete for a bid (even if we're "only" talking National/American/Freedom divisions) within the region than trying to get something at a qualifier. What's the reasoning here?
Speaking of qualifiers, the posted schedules had two Paramount teams going to five qualifiers. Seems like a lot ... especially if one of those weekends is in Reno. Metro18s are also going to 5 qualifiers.
Speaking of qualifiers, the posted schedules had two Paramount teams going to five qualifiers. Seems like a lot ... especially if one of those weekends is in Reno. Metro18s are also going to 5 qualifiers.
Anonymous
10/23/2024 13:45
Subject: Re:Any helpful volleyball intel on 15s thru 18s team in run up to try outs?
Any info on openings (or not) for the following club teams for the 16s to 18s age group:
Vienna Elite (and the related offshoot -- DMV Elite)
Loudon Elite
VAVA (Virginia Volleyball Academy)
MD Juniors
VA Juniors
Blue Ridge
St James
Vienna Elite (and the related offshoot -- DMV Elite)
Loudon Elite
VAVA (Virginia Volleyball Academy)
MD Juniors
VA Juniors
Blue Ridge
St James
Anonymous
10/23/2024 13:22
Subject: Any helpful volleyball intel on 15s thru 18s team in run up to try outs?
Anonymous wrote:Not really juicy intel, but East Coast Elite's Tryout Online registration closes tomorrow at 11:59 pm EST. Do clubs usually have a closing date for registrations? Maybe I haven't been reading the club tryout info pages, but I didn't realize some might have a closing date.
MVSA announced their registration closing date on Facebook saying that they need to prepare their tryouts based on how many players register. If you miss the registration window, you can't make it.
Anonymous
10/23/2024 12:56
Subject: Re:Any helpful volleyball intel on 15s thru 18s team in run up to try outs?
Anonymous wrote:
Is ECP DC coming back this season?
Because their webpage says "teams coming soon" https://ecpowerchesapeake.com/dc-teams/
SportsEngine shows ECP DC Teams 13-18 registered in 2025 MLK Kickoff, Charm City, JVA Summerfest
But I can't find any DC area tryout dates/times/locations? Maybe you have to tryout in Deleware?
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1L3VrwD9tA4Xhf0I5oReX4YHDf7Tuu1CkU0cMAWiZfgI/edit?gid=0#gid=0
We are on their mailing list but I haven't gotten anything. Admittedly I'm trying to play catch up last minute here and have some sort of tryout plan for my kid.
Pretty sure there will be no ECP DC. They were probably hoping to revive it but couldn’t find coaches is my guess. The ECP DE is definitely a go as they have teams listed with practices etc.