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 What is “Club Volleyball”?

"Club volleyball" refers to USA Junior Olympic (JO) Volleyball, which is a national competitive volleyball network designed to provide training and playing opportunities for young pre-college athletes. Club volleyball is an avenue for players age 10 (and even younger) to 18 to receive advanced training and competition on local, regional and national stages. Volleyball clubs compete under the same rules laid out by our national governing body: USA Volleyball. Club Volleyball typically runs from January 1st to Mid-March. Players are primarily placed on teams based on age: 10U, 11U, 12U, 14U, 16U, etc. Players are also placed based on their skill levels within each age group although some more experienced players may be allowed to play in an older age divisions. Club volleyball is an excellent way to improve a player's skill level and give them an opportunity to play competitively

PCVC plays predominately in AAU/JVA events throughout the Southeast. The club volleyball season starts with tryouts in late October or early November.  Teams usually begin practices in December. PCVC teams play in tournaments on weekends starting in January each year. Teams practice during the week and often one day on weekends. The season ending date is determined by the level of the team; ranging from April to June.

What is the Mission of PCVC?

Peach City Volleyball Club's mission is to promote volleyball in central Alabama, to prepare players for the next level of competition, and eventually to attract college recruiters. 

Through intense training PCVC will strive to develop the both physical and mental skills, to compete in volleyball at all levels.  The Club will provide a positive, well-balanced competitive environment in which young women develop skills to be successful in volleyball as well as life endeavors. 

Additionally, through wholesome, competitive volleyball experiences, the club will develop young women emotionally, physically and spiritually to meet the challenges of life.  It is of the utmost importance to provide personalized training to each athlete so that they have the opportunities for more playing time among their respective school teams. 

The primary mission of PCVC is to have a positive influence in the life of all of our players.

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What are the age groups for PCVC Volleyball?

The definite age groups for our travel teams are 10U through 18U. 

Our PCVC clinics work with beginner volleyball players ages of 8-11 years old. It teaches the skills of volleyball, some rules, and advances overall coordination.

When is the season?

Tryouts usually begin in late Oct or early Nov each year for the upcoming season. The actual practice season will run from Dec-April/May with some older teams continuing into June. 

PCVC clinics take place in Aug-Sept. There may be Spring Seasons depending on interest.

Does everyone who tries out make a team?

PCVC offers a variety of team levels and multiple teams for any specific age such as 15-1 and 15-2.  However, not everyone is placed on a team for two reasons.  First, not everyone is ready for the competition level that club volleyball provides.  Secondly, the Alabama High School Athletic Association limits the number of players from a specific high school team from playing together.  In those cases, we try to offer those players a position on the other PCVC team in that age group.

What should I expect at tryouts?

Tryouts consist of testing skills and game play situations. Coaches will evaluate each athlete on her ability to complete individual and team skills, coachability, effort and attitude.  Each age group tryout will be different based on abilities of that age group.  Tryouts are fast paced, so players should bring water or a sports drink with them.  Players should also eat a light snack or meal prior to tryouts with enough time to digest and give the required energy needed.  Parents are welcomed to watch tryouts.

Where are practice locations?
Practice locations are to be determined. As of right now our hope is to have three practice facilities. In the process of securing two and working on a third.  

What should I expect at practices?

PCVC's coaching staff is well trained to coach each level of volleyball. Practices will be organized, well-planned and fast-paced practices. Feedback is given—both positive and constructive criticism.  Constructive criticism may be a new thing to either the player or parent—but it is only through this feedback that players learn what they need to change.

What are the AHSAA rules regarding club volleyball?

These rules can be found in the AHSAA 2021 handbook. 

Clarification on AHSAA 50% rules:
Rule that pertains to coaches coaching their own HS athletes AT their HS during the off-season, this is the Note that removes the 50% limit from last year and removes 2 hours per individual and states it is now 2 hours per sport: 
Article XII, Rule 3-Contests Section 15-Coaching outside the school year.
Note: AHSAA coaches from the school’s staff may hold organized instructions outside of the sports season during the school year a maximum of 10 weeks of the off-season with a maximum of 2 hours per week per sport. Anytime a coach works sports specific skills with an athlete, that time counts toward the 2-hour team total for that sport that week.

What PCVC and other sports clubs have to follow:
Article XII, Rule 1-Eligibility, Section 6, (B)  FIFTY PERCENT RULE: Participation (includes practice) during the school year on a non-school team outside the school season by students that will play the following season on the same high school varsity or junior varsity/B-team (grades 7-12) is limited to 50 percent of the number of players required to play the game (i.e., three in basketball, six in soccer, five in baseball, etc.).

I think club volleyball is for us, what do I do now?
Check the website for upcoming clinics and for the annual Parent Information Meeting and Tryout registration.