Fall Ball / Mini Club

August - October 2023
Girls  7u - 16u  /  Boys 7u - 14u

EVALUATIONS / TRYOUTS
Saturday, August 5th

9:00am - 11:00am    7u - 12u age groups

12:30pm -  2:30pm   13u - 16u age groups.

Practices Begin the week of 8/7

 

'22 - '23 Age Divisions

Click on the link below to check your child's birth date on the chart to determine their correct age division and attend that evaluation above.

** '22 - '23 AGE DIVISION CHART **

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FALL BALL (MINI CLUB)

2022 Girls & Boys  Fall Ball  ( Mini Club )
Practices Begin Aug. 15th - Oct. 22nd        
Girls & Boys  7u – 16u

Mini Club (PVA Fall Instructional League)  is a quality program for all levels,  Elite, Intermediate and Beginner.

Athletes will ...

  • Develop and strengthen all volleyball skills
  • Learn in a fun and focused environment
  • Gain competitive experience competing in local and regional tournaments against other club programs

The program goal is to get athletes ready to take their volleyball abilities to the next level and ready to:

  • Compete in PVA's Spring Season program
  • Tryout and make school programs

Athletes are assigned to teams by age groups and ability of  9-10 players. Teams train twice per week with five half day tournaments.

FALL BALL PRICING

(Aug 15th - October 22nd)

GIRLS & BOYS  7u - 16u

TOTAL COST  $625

$ 75  Evaluation Fee
(Non Refundable - Applies to total costs)
$275  Due September 1st
$275  Due October 1st

*Practices  begin week of Aug. 15th*

FALL BALL COST INCLUDES:  

  • 11 weeks of  training sessions
  • 5-Tournament fees
  • 2 Practice shirts
  • 1 Game shirt
  • Facility costs
  • Equipment usage
  • Coach's stipend

2022 FALL BALL TOURNAMENT

09/10 - United League - Location TBD

          09/17 - PVA Fall Rally Tourn.-Lake Helen

 09/24 - United League - Location TBD

 10/08 - United League - Location TBD

  10/22 - United League Championships 

EVALUATION CHECKLIST

The following must be brought to the August 6th Evaluations!  All players will be placed by age and ability.

  • Athletes please wear t-shirt, athletic shorts and athletic shoes.
  • Register on PVA Website  (Required)

PLEASE BRING THE FOLLOWING TO EVALUATIONS!

  • $75 Evaluation/Tryout Fee (Non-Refundable)
  • PVA  Liability Waiver   
  • Copy of Birth Certificate

 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

 

How many athletes to a team?   9-10 athletes per team

How are teams selected?  By age  and their ability.  They may be moved at the discretion of the Club Director depending on their experience and ability. We will have advanced, intermediate and beginning teams.

What are practice dates?  M-F 5:30-7:30 or 7:30-9:30 (2 days)

When is team placement?     Saturday, August 6th, 2022

9:00 - 11:00am  7u - 12u
12:00 - 2:00pm 13u - 16u

What if I can't make the team placement?    You need to register to save your spot on a team.  Once teams are formed we can not guarantee a spot on a team. You must pre-register on our website.
Call the PVA office 386-228-2PVA to set up a time for an evaluation.

Are there any additional cost?   Athletes will need to purchase a AAU Membership $14 after  August 20th.  Parents will need to pay for their entry fees to tournament venues usually under $10  and provide transportation to and from the venues.   Athletes will also need to  wear  SOLID BLACK spandex and BLACK Kneepads to practice and for games.  We have those items for sale in our facility, if you need them.

Do you have to pay all at once?    No, $75, which is non-refundable  is due at evaluations and then  two payments for the remainder of the season will be due at the 1st of September and October .

What days are tournaments?  Saturdays.  We will attend four United League 1/2 day tournaments (appx. 10am - 4pm), in addition, PVA players will receive and additional home tournament included in their cost.   Location will vary by age for each tournament

How do I register?  Click on the registration link on this page.

What do I need to bring to team evaluations?   You need to bring a copy of birth certificate, confirmation of registration, water, and wear appropriate volleyball gear (knee pads, spandex, t-shirt, and athletic shoes).

Do we offer scholarships or payment plans?   At this time we do not offer scholarships for mini club but we do offer payment plans.  Please call the office (386-228-2PVA) for more information.

What is the youngest age we accept?   We usually start at the age of 8 years of age but we are aware that there are some youngsters that are very attentive, skilled and ready to participate at a younger age. There is no hard rule its more about the child readiness than the actual age.

What is the oldest age we accept?   The athlete must be a maximum of 16 years of age up to 10th grade.  The athlete can not turn 17 years old before September 1st of the following year.