There are many options and organizations for your child to play club volleyball, and the challenge can be sorting through all those options. Playing club volleyball in the VVB offers many advantages that other organizations cannot. Below is a list of some of the top reasons for playing club volleyball in the VVB.
- Highest Level of Safety Measures: VVB, being a part of USA Volleyball, mandates rigorous background screenings for all personnel involved, ensuring the safety of players.
- Secondary Accident Insurance: Players are covered by secondary accident insurance during VVB/USAV practices or events, offering additional protection in case of injuries.
- Diverse Competition Levels: VVB offers three levels of play catering to beginners and seasoned players, ensuring that the competition matches the player’s skill level.
- National teams represent the highest level of play in the VVB and USAV, and these teams typically travel around the country playing in the highest level of tournaments offered. American teams represent a high level of play but do not usually travel around the country. Instead, they compete mainly in the VVB. Regional teams are more developmental and represent the largest number of VVB teams, which tend to compete locally.
- Convenient Tournament Formats and Locations: Tournaments organized by VVB span from 1 to 3 days and are held across various locations within the region, allowing clubs to choose between local or larger VVB-sponsored events.
- Affordable Admission Fees: VVB tournaments maintain a maximum admission fee of $ for adults, with free entry for individuals aged 18 or under, offering affordable access to competitions. Competitor organizations charge admission fees up to $/day and usually charge for children six and older.
- Financial Support and Scholarships: VVB provides financial support with college scholarships, gifts, and other services, giving back to its members $ annually.
- Nation’s Largest Regional Championships: VVB hosts the nation’s largest regional championships each season in USA Volleyball.
- National Qualifying Tournaments: VVB conducts national qualifying tournaments, offering top teams a chance to compete at the USAV National Championships.
- High Standards of Professionalism: VVB upholds high standards of professionalism, ensuring that coaches, clubs, referees, and staff adhere to a strict code of conduct, particularly in their interactions with young athletes.
It’s important to understand the implications of signing a contract with a club in the VVB. Here are some key points to consider:
- Binding Agreement: Signing a contract with a club creates a binding agreement between the family and the club. This agreement is not with the VVB but specifically with the club itself.
- Non-Transferable: The contract is typically not specific to a particular team or coach within the club but rather for participation within that club as a whole.
- Commitment: Once signed, the family is committed to the club for the duration of the season, and players cannot try out for or play for another club during that time.
- Release from Contract: If a family wishes to leave the club before the end of the season, they must obtain a release from the club. This release is at the discretion of the club and is not guaranteed.
- Seasonal Limitations: Even if a player is released from a club, if they have already participated in an VVB/USAV event with the original club, they cannot play for a new club during the current season.
- Signing Deadlines: Families should familiarize themselves with the signing and tryout policy outlined by the VVB for the current season to ensure they understand their rights and responsibilities regarding contract signing.
- No Immediate Obligation: Clubs cannot force families to sign a contract immediately, but be sure you understand VVB deadlines for accepting a contract, as contract offers can be pulled after the signing deadline. It’s essential for families to take the time to review the terms of the contract and ensure they are comfortable with the decision before signing.
- Please see the VVB Girl’s Signing & Tryout Policy for deadlines and your contract signing rights.
- Please see the VVB Boy’s Signing & Tryout Policy for deadlines and your contract signing rights.
Understanding these points can help families make informed decisions when considering signing a contract with a club in the OVR.
