This weekend USYVL’s Advanced Juniors programs will have a fall tournament (November 11) at the VELO Sports Center in Carson, California. Teams from Fountain Valley, Irvine, Long Beach, Torrance, Camarillo, Moorpark and Thousand Oaks will participate in the tournament.
During the fall season, our Advanced Juniors program hosts three weekend tournaments as part of the volleyball schedule. This is a great opportunity for several of our intermediate volleyball programs to meet at the same venue and enjoy fun and volleyball together. The tournament will feature games with a six-player format.
The VELO Sports Center is a fantastic venue that hosts many training programs for several sports disciplines. In addition, the center hosts annual international sports competitions. It is an excellent facility and presents a terrific opportunity for our young players to experience a unique environment to play volleyball.
USYVL’s Advanced Juniors program is for intermediate and advanced players to prepare and assist their transition from four person instructional leagues to competitive indoor competition with a six-player format. The goal of the Advanced Juniors program is to create a pathway for players to advance to a higher level of competition such as High School or Club volleyball.
The Advanced Juniors is a co-ed program and is open to boys and girls ages 12-16 with two age divisions, 14-Under and 16-Under.
To learn more about our Advanced Juniors program visit us online. For boys and girls looking for an advanced volleyball program, Advanced Juniors offers a more competitive environment in contrast to our instructional leagues.
Come join us next spring for volleyball. Our spring registration for both instructional leagues and our intermediate/advanced programs is now open. Click here to find a program in your area and register today!
Advanced Juniors Highlights:
• Designed for players that have mastered fundamentals of volleyball.
• Co-ed, boys and girls ages 12-16.
• Instructor with experience coaching at the club, high school or higher level
• Indoor 6-on-6 format.
• 10-week program.
• Two 90-minute practices per week.
• Three Saturday tournaments.
• Uniform t-shirt provided.
• Skills assessment prior to the season or on the first meeting date.
USYVL’s fall season will conclude this week. However, there is still plenty going on prior to the conclusion of our league programs.
Please take note of the following items and plan for next season.
USYVL is now accepting early registrations for the Spring 2018 season. Sign up early and save! The early registration deadline is December 1.
Special Promotion for Current Fall 2017 participants, register on the last day of the season and get an ASICS bag!
You can register two ways, online at www.usyvl.org or with a check.
When registering online, please do so prior to the final scheduled day and remember to print out a confirmation receipt to submit to your Site Director on the final day of the season to receive an ASICS bag.
When registering with check, please complete a registration form and submit to your Site Director with payment on the final day of the season to receive and ASICS bag.
Find a USYVL spring program here!
Our leagues allow everyone to learn and play, balanced teams, and positive coaching. To learn more about what our league offers, visit our league page.
We hope that during the fall season you have noticed our fantastic Park & Sun net system. All nets used at USYVL sites are available for purchase at season’s end for $175 each. Contact your Site Director if you are interested in purchasing one of the nets used at your site. This is a great and easy way to continue playing volleyball with your family and friends just about anywhere.
Finally, at the conclusion of each season all USYVL participants will receive their participation award. Medals are handed out on the final day at each program location. Additionally, on the final day we like to recognize our fantastic volunteer coaches with a gift. Do not miss the fun.
We hope that you have had a fantastic fall season and we look forward to seeing you during the spring for more volleyball. Sign your child up today and do not forget to volunteer for next season as well!
Did you miss out on playing volleyball this fall season? Did you miss or forget a deadline? Were you on the waiting list for the league in your city or community? Those registration deadlines come and go very fast!
Do not worry our spring league season is just a few short months away. We encourage you to plan now and get ready to sign up for volleyball in the spring.
Registration for spring 2018 leagues will open on October 16. Mark your calendars and get ready so sign up for spring volleyball.
To locate a program in your area visit our registration page and find a city or program in your community!
Our leagues are based on allowing everyone to learn and play, balanced teams, and positive coaching. To learn more about what our league offers, visit our league page.
As always, USYVL’s volleyball programs are open to all boys and girls ages 7-15. Whether you are a new player or returning player all are welcome to join our programs. We encourage families to get involved with our programs as well. There are many volunteer opportunities at our league sites. You can help with administrative duties, coaching, set up, first aid and many, many more roles.
You can sign up to volunteer when you register your child for the spring season. For more information on volunteer opportunities, visit our “Get Involved” page.
What will your child get out of joining a USYVL league?
Fun
While the program teaches children the skills necessary to excel in the sport of volleyball, the focus remains on participation, cooperation, sportsmanship, responsibility and, of course, fun!
Action
Strength, endurance and improved coordination result from the weekly activity of the program. Furthermore, a season of league games is sure to provide plenty of exciting volleyball action.
Skills
Skills are taught using technically correct methods for peak performance and safety.
Teamwork
The USYVL is a family-oriented program where parents, siblings, grandparents, and friends are strongly encouraged to become involved. Parents and volunteers assist with coaching, registration, check-in and equipment set-up.
Don’t wait to sign up for spring volleyball. Registration opens October 16. Volleyball Starts Here!
This week USYVL’s fall leagues will host game days on Saturday. This is a great opportunity for young players to showcase some of the skills that they have learned in the first few weeks of the fall league season.
It is an exciting time for your players on all age divisions (7-8 years old, 9-10 years old, 11-12 years old, and 13-15 years old) to enjoy volleyball in a no pressure game format.
The game format for the 7-8 age division is Hot Potato in a four person format, while our 9-10 age division, 11-12 age division, and 13-15 age divisions game format is Double Max game in a four person format.
For the younger 7-8 age division the Hot Potato game is a great learning experience for the group. The volleyball is served over the net and a player catches the ball in the traditional passing stance. The player then tosses the ball to the setter. The setter then sets the volleyball to the spiker and that player then spikes the ball over the net. The opposing team will then follow the same game format, a player catches the ball in the traditional passing stance. The player then tosses the ball to the setter. The setter then sets the volleyball to the spiker and that player then spikes the ball over the net.
The older age division groups will play a Double Max game. A player serves the volleyball over the net and his/her team wins the rally. The serving player’s team earns a point and a second serve. The player serves the volleyball over the net again and his/her team wins the rally. The serving player’s team earns a point, but the serve automatically turns over to the opposing team’s next server and the process repeats for the duration of the game period.
Games are a great way to measure the learning process and identify areas for improvement. Most of all, games are designed to be fun for all participants. The focus is placed on teamwork and enjoying a positive environment for learning.
USYVL’s fall league season for boys and girls ages 7-15 begins in a few weeks. Our best programs are those where parents and family members volunteer and get involved with the program. One of USYVL’s key beliefs is that everyone contributes to make each site a fun, exciting, and safe environment.
Click here to volunteer with USYVL.
USYVL is a volunteer organization with more than 5,000 parents working as volunteer administrators, coaches, and assistant coaches. Even if you have never touched a volleyball in your life, you can help in multiple ways.
Volunteers are an important part of USYVL’s success. For 20 years, volunteers have given their time and talents to build a rich and meaningful environment to enable boys and girls learn and play volleyball.
Click here to find a program or register.
The growth in our programs reflects USYVL’s commitment to creating a healthy sports environment and the development of athletic skill and responsible individuals.
The time commitment to volunteer is generally 2-4 hours per week. The benefit of volunteering is that your time commitment is equal to the amount of time your child will spend at practices and games. When your child is playing volleyball you can be right there to help assist with all of the many volunteer opportunities at USYVL sites.
We want you to get involved this fall!
Volunteer positions include, Site Directors, Coaches, Assistant Coaches, First-Aid Administrators, Registration Administrators, and much, much more. High school volunteers are also welcome to fulfill community service hours. For more information on volunteer opportunities with USYVL visit or “Get Involved” page to sign up or read more.
Sign up to be a volunteer with USYVL or speak to your local Site Director. Anyone can volunteer. Come make a difference in the lives of young volleyball players by sharing your time, talents, energy, and enthusiasm with USYVL.
Volunteer FAQs
What do USYVL volunteers do?
USYVL volunteers coach, help with registration, and assist with equipment set up, first aid, and administrative duties. Anyone can contribute at a USYVL site.
Why does USYVL need volunteers?
USYVL is a volunteer organization. We are powered by the help and enthusiasm provided by our volunteers. The best programs are those where everyone is involved in the success of the league.
Who can be a USYVL volunteer?
Almost anyone can volunteer with USYVL. Parents, dads, moms, sisters, brothers, grandparents, and friends. Anyone that wants to help make this a memorable experience for the kids.
How do I become a USYVL volunteer?
Talk to your Site Director or any USYVL staff member. You can also review the volunteer opportunities online and sign up today.
What are the time requirements to volunteer?
Generally 2-4 hours per week. Your schedule is equal to your child’s schedule. Practices and games are a couple of hours per week.
