Badger Region Volleyball Association THE BADGER BEACON Volume 6, Issue 19 | May 21, 2020 WWW.BADGERVOLLEYBALL.ORG | [email protected]USAV cancels GJNCs, BJNCs, HP tournaments AND THE WINNERS ARE ... USAV lays out Return to Play Guidelines On May 21, USA Volleyball announced the cancelation of the Indoor National Cham- pionships for the 2020 season. is includes the 18s Girls Junior National Championships, the Girls Junior National Championships, the Boys Junior National Championships and the High Performance Championships. According to the release, "With safety as our top priority, and upon further evaluation of the current and projected status of the COVID-19 virus in each of our respective cities, we cannot be assured of each venue’s ability to host safe and restriction-free envi- ronments for our events in June & July." USAV will issue refunds to all teams that have submitted payment. If you have questions or concerns, reach out to [email protected]. Team Travel Source will make sure there are no cancellation fees for participants as long as the communication is through that organization. For a full release, click here: https://www. teamusa.org/USA-Volleyball/Features/2020/ May/20/USAV-Cancels-Remaining-2020-In- door-National-Events e Badger Region participates in the AVCA Region Affiliate Partner Program (RAPP) to provide resources and recognition for our members, and with that comes the perks of sharing in the AVCA awards program. is is the second year of the Badger Region awards program, which highlights Badger Region Coaches and a Club Director of the Year for their accomplishments and impact made on their teams, within their clubs, and the greater volleyball community. Despite much of the 2020 season being lost, two new awards were created: the Net Works award and the Innovation Award. e Net Works Award is being given to coaches/club directors who have demonstrated selfless acts this year and shown leader- ship at their club, community, and beyond. e Innovation Award recognizes coaches/ club directors who have found creative ways to connect with their teams/clubs during the shutdown of activity. Nominations were received throughout the month of April and then reviewed by an awards selection committee consisting of one staff member and four Badger Region board members. Winners names have been shared with the AVCA for consideration for National Level awards and publication. We are proud of not only all the winners mentioned below, but everyone who was nominated this season! Con- gratulations! See the winners on Page 2 USA Volleyball has announced the release of USA Volleyball’s Return to Play Guidelines. ese guidelines went into effect May 15 and will superseded the pre- viously announced ban on sanctions that was scheduled to expire on May 23. USAV and the USAV Board of Directors created a joint task force to create a Return to Play Action Plan for USA Volleyball in the United States. e group spent several weeks gaining information from the USOPC, CDC, tournament directors, other NGBs and medical professionals to develop a comprehensive strategy with the safety of our members as a top priority. e process was comprehen- sive, inclusive and thorough. Highlights of the document include: * All USAV sanctioned activities will be required to adhere to the most stringent federal, state or local guideline for their respective areas. USAV insurance coverage will only be provided for activities that are allowed under such government directives. * A list of Return to Play Guidelines for individuals before, during and aſter activities * A list of Return to Play Guidelines for clubs and club facilities before, during and aſter activities * A list of Return to Play Guidelines for competition venues and events before, during and aſter activities * Club directors and venue owners/ operators are required post notifications, guidelines and other information to partici- pants * A list of additional resources for ath- letes, coaches, club directors and partici- pants For a link to the Return to Play Guide- lines, click here: http://badgervolleyball. org/2020/05/14/19120/ Club Director, Coaches of the Year announced Region names service award winners e Badger Region has named its recipients of the Robert L. Lindsay Meritorious Service Awards. ose honored with this year’s award include Dave Bayer (Milwaukee Sting), Teague Prichard (USAV official), Shane Reid (MSOE men’s volleyball) and Eddie Zelhofer (WVC, adult player) e award recognizes those individuals who have con- tributed greatly to the sport of volleyball on a regional level. e USAV Meritorious Service Award is in recognition for “contributing outstanding participation, motivation and other services in the promotion of volleyball.” Individuals who are given the Meritorious Service Award are eligible for other awards from USA Volleyball, including the prestigious “Friar Award.” e award is named aſter Robert L. Lindsay, the eighth president of USA Volleyball (1980-1984) and a former regional commissioner. See the winners on Page 3
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Badger Region Volleyball Association
THE BADGER BEACONVolume 6, Issue 19 | May 21, 2020
AND THE WINNERS ARE ... USAV lays out Return to Play Guidelines
On May 21, USA Volleyball announced the cancelation of the Indoor National Cham-pionships for the 2020 season. This includes the 18s Girls Junior National Championships, the Girls Junior National Championships, the Boys Junior National Championships and the High Performance Championships.
According to the release, "With safety as our top priority, and upon further evaluation of the current and projected status of the COVID-19 virus in each of our respective cities, we cannot be assured of each venue’s
ability to host safe and restriction-free envi-ronments for our events in June & July."
USAV will issue refunds to all teams that have submitted payment. If you have questions or concerns, reach out to [email protected]. Team Travel Source will make sure there are no cancellation fees for participants as long as the communication is through that organization.
For a full release, click here: https://www.teamusa.org/USA-Volleyball/Features/2020/May/20/USAV-Cancels-Remaining-2020-In-door-National-Events
The Badger Region participates in the AVCA Region Affiliate Partner Program (RAPP) to provide resources and recognition for our members, and with
that comes the perks of sharing in the AVCA awards program. This is the
second year of the Badger Region awards program, which highlights Badger Region Coaches and a Club Director of the Year for their accomplishments and impact made on their teams, within their clubs, and the greater volleyball community.
Despite much of the 2020 season being lost, two new awards were created: the Net Works award and the Innovation Award. The Net Works Award is being given to coaches/club directors who
have demonstrated selfless acts this year and shown leader-ship at their club, community, and beyond. The Innovation Award recognizes coaches/club directors who have found creative ways to connect with their teams/clubs during the shutdown of activity.
Nominations were received throughout the month of April and then reviewed by an awards selection committee
consisting of one staff member and four Badger Region board members. Winners names have been shared with the AVCA for consideration for National Level awards and publication.
We are proud of not only all the winners mentioned below, but everyone who was nominated this season! Con-gratulations!
See the winners on Page 2
USA Volleyball has announced the release of USA Volleyball’s Return to Play Guidelines. These guidelines went into effect May 15 and will superseded the pre-viously announced ban on sanctions that was scheduled to expire on May 23.
USAV and the USAV Board of Directors created a joint task force to create a Return to Play Action Plan for USA Volleyball in
the United States. The group spent several weeks gaining information from the USOPC, CDC, tournament directors, other NGBs and medical
professionals to develop a comprehensive strategy with the safety of our members as a top priority. The process was comprehen-sive, inclusive and thorough.
Highlights of the document include:* All USAV sanctioned activities will be
required to adhere to the most stringent federal, state or local guideline for their respective areas. USAV insurance coverage will only be provided for activities that are allowed under such government directives.
* A list of Return to Play Guidelines for individuals before, during and after activities
* A list of Return to Play Guidelines for clubs and club facilities before, during and after activities
* A list of Return to Play Guidelines for competition venues and events before, during and after activities
* Club directors and venue owners/operators are required post notifications, guidelines and other information to partici-pants
* A list of additional resources for ath-letes, coaches, club directors and partici-pants
For a link to the Return to Play Guide-lines, click here: http://badgervolleyball.org/2020/05/14/19120/
Club Director, Coaches of the Year announced
Region names service award winnersThe Badger Region has named its recipients of the
Robert L. Lindsay Meritorious Service Awards. Those honored with this year’s award include Dave Bayer (Milwaukee Sting), Teague Prichard (USAV official), Shane Reid (MSOE men’s volleyball) and Eddie Zelhofer (WVC, adult player)
The award recognizes those individuals who have con-tributed greatly to the sport of volleyball on a regional level. The USAV Meritorious Service Award is in recognition for “contributing outstanding participation, motivation and other services in the promotion of volleyball.”
Individuals who are given the Meritorious Service Award are eligible for other awards from USA Volleyball, including the prestigious “Friar Award.” The award is named after Robert L. Lindsay, the eighth president of USA Volleyball (1980-1984) and a former regional commissioner.
Unless you have been really social distancing lately, I’m sure you are aware of the numerous tournament cancellations due to COVID-19.
This has been done for the safety of all participants, play-ers, coaches, spectators and, yes, officials. Recently USAV sent guidelines for participants in order for them to participate safely. These guidelines (see Page 1) are directed for teams that were scheduled to attend one of the remaining USAV National Championships, but those were canceled on May 20.
Probably the most noticeable changes would have been in the protocol before and after the
match. The standard greetings would have been altered in order to promote a more safe environment.
Another major change would have been for the officiating team working the match. In a standard match there is a R1 official, a R2 official, two line judges, a scorekeeper, a libero tracker, and a visual scorekeep-er. This has been the “norm” for as long as I can remember. The new officiating team would have been shrunk by quite a bit. There will be only a R1 official.
The R1 would have wore a
mask at all times. Gone would have been the standard whistle that the R1 normally uses. The R1 would have used an electronic whistle only. All these changes are for the safety of all the people that attend the tournament. Yes, these are pretty drastic changes but safety is paramount just like it has been for a long time. We just need to adjust.
The role and judgment of the R1 during these kinds of matches obviously will increase. It will be a huge challenge for everyone. Matches may get a bit “clunky” at times as the ref-erees do their best to facilitate the match in a sportsmanlike manner, especially during early tournament matches. We all have to be patient with these new procedures during these
trying times. But the actual volleyball match will basically be the same. Six players on each side, serving, passing, attacks, blocks, digs and some fantastic play will still be happening.
There is no timetable for how long these new protocols and procedures could be in effect. This may be short lived or this may become the new “norm”. We just don’t know. But the emphasis on safety isn’t chang-ing; safety has always been factor when an official works a match. It just has to be adjusted from time to time based on the situation at hand. And I think we can all agree that the current situation is one that we have never seen before. But we will get through it — as safely as we can.
FROM THE REF STAND
The game is changing — for officials, too
By Anglea LubachBadger Region Board Member
As the state begins to reopen for various activities, coach-es and players are looking to return to playing volleyball as a group. We don’t know what the future will hold for larger gatherings and tournaments, but certainly remaining active and getting your teams together will be a welcome change to our current environment once that’s allowed. But what should coaches focus on?
If you’re coaching, hopefully you’ve been able to provide some level of direction to your teams. However, each coach and athlete has had a different experience during this pandemic. Some coaches have likely been more “hands on” (virtually, of course) and provided regular instruc-tion. Drills sent by email or via video training sessions are two common methods. Meanwhile, others may have let their players freestyle their activity a bit more, with less direction provided.
Regardless of the approach, here are a few important things to focus on, in order to effectively ramp up activity to prepare for the season and limit injuries.
Conditioning1. Conditioning. The great
part about conditioning is that it takes zero equipment and can be tailored to each athlete’s preferences. Because we know that we should “practice how
we play," you’ll want to assure your conditioning includes not only conditioning for endur-ance but also shorter duration, high intensity conditioning, like sprinting or jumping.
Because the game contains a significant portion of short-er bursts of activity with the occasional longer rallies, you’ll
want to put your focus on the higher intensity, short duration types of condi-tioning to better match the game of volleyball.
There are a plethora of plac-
es to find new, fun workouts. You can find them on social media, YouTube or use prior workouts and add a couple of new activities to freshen them up!
Stretching2. Stretching. Maintaining
flexibility is critical to remain-ing injury-free. While everyone is familiar with a wide variety of stretches, here are just a few quick reminders:
a. Make sure you’re doing a proper warm-up prior to stretch-ing. You never want to stretch be-fore getting your muscles warm. A dynamic warmup (a light jog, walking lunges, high knee repe-titions, etc.) really allows you to easily flow into the stretches.
b. Assure you are using proper technique for stretching. If you take the time to assure
you’re doing it correctly, you’ll be able to feel the stretch right away. If its helpful, look up various stretches online and follow the instructions precisely to make sure you are stretching the muscle as it is intended to be stretched for the best results.
c. Stretch only the point that you feel a gentle stretch, not to the point of pain. If you are already sore (from an awesome conditioning workout maybe!) this is critical. Find that spot where you feel the stretch and hold steady, avoiding “bouncing”.
d. Finally, hold your stretch for 30-45 seconds. We have been trained to think there is something magical about the number 10 for either reps or length of time. I cannot tell you how many teams stretch for ten second holds or do something ten times (again…magic?). Maybe it’s because of time constraints or simply old habits, but 10 seconds is just not long enough of a timeframe to see meaningful gains in flexibility. Holding the stretch at least 30-45 seconds (you can go longer if you wish) and repeating 2-3 times will get you better results than doing a stretch for 10 sec-onds for 5 repetitions. Longer holds are the key here.
Fundamentals reinforced3. Fundamentals reinforce-
ment. Here is where you can make sure that while your athletes are out of the gym, they are maintaining their focus on
the fundamentals. Proper foot placement and body positioning is more important in volleyball than in many other sports, so your athletes need the repe-tition that you’d normally be giving them in practice.
Providing that direction on the drills you find most benefi-cial for your athletes can keep their skills sharp and move you closer to the level of preparation you desire once you can hold practices again.
As with all activity, you will need to consider the age of the athletes as well as the physical development and skill set. Your 18s team can do a much higher level of conditioning than the younger, less developed 12s team that may just be starting out playing volleyball. Likewise, the fundamentals (while always rele-vant and good to reinforce) may be a higher focus for the younger athletes than the older ones to get them into good habits.
Above all, assure that the activities are safe and fun. Proper footwear and any additional equipment (ankle braces, knee pads, etc.) should be worn, just as the athlete would when attending practice. That, combined with a great attitude and a willingness to work hard will allow for a fun activity until everyone can get back together as a team.
Angela Lubach is the Indepen-dent Rep on the Badger Region Board of Directors and is also an athletic trainer.
Returning to the new 'normal' for sport?
USA Volleyball has announced that Louisville, Kentucky, will host the 2021 USA Volleyball Open National Championship.The 2021 USA Volleyball Open
National Championship will be held May 28 to June 2 at the Kentucky Exposition Center. Louisville last hosted the USA Volleyball Open National Championship in 2013.“We are excited to bring back
the Open National Champion-
ship to Louisville in 2021,” USA Volleyball Director of Events Kristy Cox said. “Louisville was an excellent host city for the 2013 Open Nationals. Louisville has an oasis of activities and sites to visit, and the Kentucky Exposition Cen-ter will help provide many lasting memories on the courts.”The Open Nationals, formed
in 1928, will be in its 91st edition in Louisville. The event has
been held annually except for two years during World War II and this year’s event due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Open Nationals typically draws in ex-cess of 500 teams with 6,000-plus players converging on the host city. Players range in age from 18 to 80-plus with the oldest age division being the Men’s 78-and-Over bracket.“In these uncertain times, it’s
an honor for Louisville to be awarded the 2021 USA Volleyball Open National Championship,” Louisville Sports Commission (LSC) President and CEO Karl F. Schmitt Jr. said. “Louisville has a large volleyball fan base and an affinity for championship-level volleyball. And our local hospital-ity industry is ready to roll out the red carpet for all the adult athletes, family members and fans.”
Louisville to host 2021 adult nationals May 28-June 2
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By Rachel KassBadger Region Correspondent
With the end of most club seasons being abruptly cut short and the high schools saying there is no on-court play until at least July 1, being a volleyball player right now is tough.
Some of you likely have coaches sending workouts or ways to stay in shape but many don’t. And, even if your coaches or club directors are staying in good contact, this period of time off the court has been long, and still has some time to go.
Some of you might be working out daily. Others are recovering from injuries and taking some much needed time off, either physically or mentally from the rigors of being an ath-lete. No matter what, now is the time to jumpstart the summer with some renewed motivation and determination.
High school season might seem far away but this summer will likely fly, and you will want to be your best, physically and mentally, for the upcoming season. Here are some ideas to improve your skills over the summer!
1. Touch a volleyball every-
day — This one might seem obvious but also is probably overlooked a lot. Getting your hands on a volleyball, wheth-er you are setting to yourself for ten minutes or are going through a full ball control drill, is imperative to be ready to get back on the court
2. Try something new! Working out doesn’t have to be 100% volley-ball related. In fact, it is good for your muscles and your body to
work out in different ways. Play a game of pick up basketball or soccer with your family, try a virtual zumba class, unpack
those old rollerblades or your bike and hit the trails, go for a swim, the options are endless.
3. Work on your mental game — The mental game in volleyball is actually more challenging than the physical game, but it is rarely worked on during the season. There are a ton of books, articles, videos, and other resources out there on mental toughness for ath-letes. This time off is the perfect time to develop your mental game for your future seasons.
4. Stay on top of your nutri-tion — Summer is filled with so much fun, most of which includes copious amounts of food. Just remember to fit some fruits and vegetables into your diet and drink plenty of water!
5. Rest! If your body is telling you to rest, do it! Now is the
time to take a breather, espe-cially if you push your body to its limits throughout the year. Do some yoga, work on your strength and mobility, and always listen to your body.
6. Connect with Teammates — If you haven’t been in contact with your teammates from either high school or club, reach out. Maybe set up a virtual game night, work out together, or just relax and chat. Staying connect-ed with teammates will make the transition back to the court seamless and hopefully it will be like you were never on a break.
Despite the state of the world right now, and the time off of the court, there is still an opportunity to improve. Doing what you can to work on both your physical and mental game will make you that much stron-ger of a player. Use this time as a chance to get your body and mind healthy and ready for the upcoming seasons.
The day we all get to be back on the court will be a sweet one, but for now it is important to do what you can for yourself and your teammates.
Rachel Kass is a coach for Midwest Penguins Volleyball Club.
Improve your skills, stay healthy over the summer
Region still planning summer events Badger High Performance summer clinics in the worksSomeone please tell us beach
volleyball is right around the corner, right? We sure hope so.
To help get ready for some fun in the sun, we just want to take a second to remind everyone about the opportunities being offered by the Badger Region to participate in some great outdoor volleyball events.
Region-hosted events include:
• June 18: Free boys beach volleyball clinic at Bradford Beach in Milwaukee
• July 28: Free girls 14-and-under beach volleyball clinic at Bradford Beach in Milwaukee
• July 30: Free girls 15-and-older beach volleyball clinic at Bradford Beach in Milwaukee
• Aug. 8-9: Badger Region Beach Volleyball Championships at North
Beach in RacineThere will be other
outdoor events through-out the state, and as we are made aware of these opportunities, we will post them to our outdoor calendar on our website. In addition, check out a handful of clubs in the
Badger Region who are offering beach volleyball training and programming this spring/summer on our “Outdoor” page.
At the May 3 board of directors meeting, Badger Region board members vot-ed to not send teams to the High Performance Champi-onships scheduled for mid- to late-July in Pittsburgh, Pa., which were canceled on May 20.
While the tournament will no longer take place, there is hope that Badger Region will attempt to host High Performance clinics this summer that will require an "application" process to participate in the events.
Athletes must submit a video or a letter of recom-mendation from a club director or current coach to be considered for the Badger Region High Performance clinics.
Only athletes who would have been eligible for a 2020 Badger Region High Perfor-mance team will be eligible to participate in the clinics. More information will coming out soon on these initiatives. Have questions, email [email protected].
Rachel Kass
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Keep up to date on all things volleyball via the many channels of the Badger Region
Facebook: /BadgerRegionVolleyball
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YouTube: /Badger RegionVolleyball
Sand Volleyball Camp
Up to 9 weeks of skills training and fun competition starting the week of June 8th and finishing the week of August 3rd. Attend as many days as you want during that time period, according to your schedule!
Sessions structured by Varsity Head Coaches Brian Rushmer and Kendall Wienkes and their college assistants!
Brian RushmerHead Coach Germantown Boys
and Lakeland Men's Volleyball
Kendall WienkesHead Coach
Cedarburg Girls Volleyball
Where: The 5 sand volleyball courts located behind Galioto’s Twelve21 in Cedarburg
High School sessions cost $245 and run Mon/Tues/Wed/Thurs from June 8 through the week of Aug 3rd. Sign up for either the 1-3pm or 3-5pm sessions
Middle School session costs $185 and runs Tues & Thurs from June 9 through the week of Aug 3rd from 12-1:30pm
for both BOYS & GIRLS
More information and online registration at: https://www.ozaukeevolleyballclub.com/summersandcamp
May 13 featured official: Rebecca WardenHow long have you been reffing: "I am a first-year official in the
Badger Region." (Welcome aboard, Rebecca!) Quotes: “I live in Jackson, Wis., and am a graduate of German-
town High School and Iowa State University. I have two cats: Andy and Toast."
"I have been a coach for 10 years and decided this year to take a year off and try something new and different and that would be officiating."
"Becoming an official was one of the best things I could have done this year. It is so much fun. It is a new challenge. Every game is so different." Fun facts: Rebecca is an interior designer
for a new-home construction company. She has played volleyball since she was in sixth
grade, including five years of club volleyball. She also dabbled in intramural volleyball for fun in college and still plays competitively in adult leagues back home in Wisconsin.
Check out the full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i-vDNECIvyiY&feature=youtu.be
May 20 featured official: Heather Couey
How long have you been reffing: "I originally got into officiat-ing about 10 years ago because my dad needed a partner for a high school tournament. This was my first year doing USA Volleyball, and
I got into that too because of my dad. And any time I can spend with him is great."
"They are long days, but they are fun days. There is nothing that is the same from one tour-nament to the next. There is a variety of different girls, different personalities. I love joking around with them and seeing the happiness with the girls."Quotes: "I played in middle school and I
managed my high school team, so I knew all of the rules and all of that stuff, and I loved watch-ing it so it was a pretty easy transition.""I love being an official, and I can't wait for
next year when all of this craziness is over."Fun facts: Heather is a fifth grade teacher in Janesville.
Check out the full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NyrUJYou4FU&feature=youtu.be
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Now introducing.... New feature allows readers to meet refs here and online
REGION ELECTIONThe Badger Region election committee
has certified the results from the recent Board of Directors election, and all three incumbents have come away with victories and will retain their seats for their upcom-ing terms.
The election was held May 1-10 via online balloting. Nominations were accepted throughout the month of April.
Seats that were up for election included:* President (four-year term)* Metro Milwaukee Rep (three-year term)* At-Large Rep (three-year term)Jim Momsen will remain the president of the board
of directors. Curtis Madson will hold on to the position of Metro Milwaukee Representative. Susan Peterson will stay in the position of At-Large Representative.
Have questions about the recent election? Email Jennifer Arm-son-Dyer at [email protected].
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FROM USA VOLLEYBALL
SAFESPORT
FROM THE AVCAUpdate from USAV CEO, Jamie Davis (May 13):USA Volleyball has prepared Return to Play Guidelines for region
leaders, club directors, event promoters, venue operators, members and families to provide guidance as volleyball activities begin to re-commence across the United States. (See the story on Page 1).
Many of these recommendations are based upon current guide-lines set forth by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and other federal government agencies. The knowledge surround-
ing COVID-19 is constantly changing and circumstances are different based on geographic region. Therefore, region leaders, club directors, event promoters and venue operators should adhere to their state and local guidelines when determining their own re-opening policies and procedures.
USAV resumed sanctioning of activities on May 15. All US-AV-sanctioned activities are required to adhere to the most stringent federal, state or local guideline for their respective areas. USAV insurance coverage will only be provided for activities that are allowed under such government directives.
Until COVID-19 is either eradicated, a vaccine is developed, or a cure is found, there is no way to completely eliminate the risk of infection and as a result USAV strongly encourages all participants to follow these recommendations as safety precautions.
The U.S. Center for SafeSport has made revisions to the SafeSport Code. Over the course of the next few Badger Beacons, we will highlight some of the changes and the reasons behind them.
The 2020 SafeSport Code went into effect on April 1, 2020.Topic: The Code needs to say expressly that the Center may also
share information and evidence with law enforcement as part of its Response & Resolution process.
Change: On Page23, added new language: “The Center may also provide some or all of its case information, doc-umentation, or evidence to law enforce-ment.”
Rationale: This change not only clarifies the Center’s relationship with law enforcement agencies, but also makes clear to Claimants and Respondents that the Center may share information and evi-dence as part of the Response & Resolution process.
Have questions about SafeSport in the Badger Region, contact Executive Director Jennifer Armson-Dyer at [email protected].
AVCA Executive Director Kathy DeBoer writes:Part of reopening our economy, our clubs, and our campuses
involves a new set of protocols around safety. We know more about COVID-19 than we did a month ago. What we don’t know is exactly how to restart engagement with each other in a safe way.
There has been lots of conversation about face masks: who should wear them, where we should wear them, whether they work or not. I will admit that early in the quarantine I was not wearing a face mask and was resistant to it. My reasons were both pride and vanity. Even though I’m over 60, I considered myself healthy and fit and I didn’t think the virus would kill me even if I got it.
After seeing a DIY video, I did make myself and my husband homemade masks from old cloth nap-kins. As the COVID-19 briefings stretched from days to weeks to months, I started to change my mind about a face mask. I realized wearing a face mask was not an act of surrender, but an act of empathy; it was not about me catching the virus as much as
me passing it to others; wearing a face mask was not about me but about we.
As we reopen, return, and reconnect, our ability to get outside of ourselves will drive how we engage with our athletes, administrators, and each other. Hopefully, others who are practicing my version of mask-less machismo will also trade the community of ‘me’ for the community of ‘we.’ It is our way back.
A PAGE IN THE BADGER BEACON DEDICATED TO A MIX OF PROGRAMS, INITIATIVES AND THINGS MEMBERS, PARENTS AND FANS MUST KNOW.
Here’s a rundown from our site: http://bad-gervolleyball.org/downtime-blog.
May 21: Make sure to check out the videos (https://www.teamusa.org/USA-Volleyball/About-Us/Hall-of-Fame/HOF-2020) put out by USA Volleyball yesterday celebrating the USAV Hall of Fame Class of 2020. May 20 should have been the day these fine individu-als were inducted (in-person), but due to the circumstances, it became a digital event. That includes the Badger Region's own John Nel-son who received the Outstanding Clinician award. Congrats, John!
May 20: Ruth Nelson (Founder of Bring Your Own Parent and GoKids Youth Sports) offers a prescription for training young kids at home during the COVID-19 timeout. It’s also great for parents to join in the activity and have FUN learning while engaging in a little one-on-one time with their kids!
May 19: Young athletes don’t always understand nutrition basics, and the Amer-ican food landscape has been set up for easy overeating – especially when it comes to less healthy options. As a parent, this environ-ment makes it tricky to teach portion and serving sizes to children. Help educate your child about nutritional serving sizes with these five facts in mind.
* Understanding portion size* Knowing what it means to be “full”* Teaching a few portion control options* Controlling habits* Helping kids know what to pick and how
much to pick
May 18: Join a beach webinar with April Ross and Alix Klineman. Listen in as two-time Olympian April Ross and her partner Alix Klineman discuss their transition from indoor to beach, what they’ve done to im-prove their skills individually and as a team, and what they’re doing to reach their goal of taking home gold in Tokyo next summer.
May 17: Have you checked out USAVed since we last introduced you to this site a few weeks ago? Since we spoke, USA Volleyball has added a number of videos to help athletes and coaches. They include presentations from Kara Kessans, Erin Virtue, John Crawley, Tama Miyashiro and Jimmy Stitz.
May 16: Heading off to college in the near
future but can’t get to campus right now due to COVID-19? Take a virtual college tour. Virtual tours will come in very handy if you can’t make to campus for a camp or a match of the potential college that you hope to one day be a part of.
Here are a few links to get you started:* YouVisit: https://www.youvisit.com/col-
tours.com/* Visit the college website itself or see what
Google Maps has to offer
May 15: Many clubs do a good job foster-ing positive relationships between their older and younger players, and with more free time available, now is a better time than ever.
As part of today’s Downtime Blog, we encourage directors to give their teams sets of questions and activities (like cooking or painting) that they can do over FaceTime together. Or maybe have them write letters to each other and send them small gifts or candy. Everyone loves to get real mail.
It’s easy, it’s a fun way to bond and it adds to the family atmosphere that a club can offer.
May 14: If you’re a volleyball coach, you undoubtedly have a solid understanding of how rotations work. But the less experienced players on your team or in your club may not. Art of Coaching Volleyball’s Mark Barnard, the head coach of the Oregon State Univer-sity women’s team, offers a tutorial for young players (and parents):
May 13: Our partners at the Junior Volley-ball Recruiting Association (JVRA) are at it again with another webinar featuring the U.S. Women’s National Team. The meeting is open to anyone — youth athlete, coach, director, official, you
name it. The event is hosted by former Penn State Associate Head Coach Salima Rockwell
and former national team setter Lindsey Berg and will feature Karsta Lowe, Hannah Tapp, Lora Webster and Justine Wong-Orantes. The event is put on by the JVRA, The Cuore Project and VolleyOn.
May 12: Whether you need to get ready for your high school season, your college season or your summer season, staying in shape during these crazy times is crucial. Our partners at Art of Coaching Volleyball have five great at-home workouts from DePaul University women’s coach Marie Zidek, who is also a certified strength and conditioning coach.
May 11: Alrighty folks. The Badger Region prize closet is open again, and we’re giving away swag to random winners if you con-tribute. As part of today’s Downtime Blog, we want you to share on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram who was your most influential coach or mentor in the volleyball world? And tell us why. What has made them special? What makes them a hero in the volleyball community?
May 10: Enjoy Mother's DayMay 9: Blueprint Volleyball hosted a
roundtable featuring Samila Rockwell (For-mer Penn State Association Head Coach), Kevin Hambly (Standford University), and Hugh McCutcheon (University of Minnesota) will be analyzing the game of volleyball and will have an open discussion with a Q&A ses-sion. The event is open to college, high school and club volleyball coaches, and attendees will be able to submit questions to the hosts. The roundtable is free to registrants, however, spots are limited and will fill up quickly.
Blueprint held its first live coaching clinic in May of 2019 in Dallas, TX. Attending coaches received on-court and classroom ed-ucation, as well as social and one on one time with Rockwell, Hambly, and McCutcheon. They planned to host another clinic, but due to the unpredictable effects of COVID-19, the May 2020 clinic was canceled. Because of the live clinic cancellation, the Blueprint team felt a webinar will allow them to still connect with coaches who want to take a deep dive into the analytics of the game and learn why Blueprint is so unique.
May 7: Need help with your recruiting profile? Can you use some help knowing what to include in your video highlights? The Next College Student Athlete (NCSA) and USA Volleyball have partnered for a educational webinar. The event, which we are highlighting in today’s Downtime Blog, is titled “Volleyball Recruiting: How to Gain Exposure with Vid-eo.” A special guest speaker who has extensive experience in editing and producing videos will also present.
Latest activities that appeared in the ‘Downtime Blog’From webinars to workouts, what have you missed since the last Badger Beacon?
Nutrition was the focus of the May 19 Down-time Blog.
The Badger Region Volleyball Association wants to make sure that your jerseys are compliant with all rule sets and changes that have gone into effect that last few years.
To do so, the Region’s Ref Chair (Jim Arts) is encourage club directors to upload images to this link (below) if there is any concern that numbers are not contrasting enough with the dominant color of the jersey or if a jersey is not contrasting for libero purposes.
UPLOAD HERE: http://badgervolleyball.org/jerseys/
The goal of this initiative is to help our Ref Chair not have to write any waivers for jerseys, especially for teams who are competing at national qualifier and national champi-onship events.
When photographing jerseys, do not have junior athletes in the photo.
Have questions about jerseys? Upload photos to our website
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The Badger Region has made coaching education a priority.
In 2018, the Badger Region Board of Directors appointed an Education Chair, BJ Le Roy and formed an Education committee. The goal is to create and promote opportunities for Badger Region coaches to become certified, re-certify, and stay current with best practices in the sport of vol-leyball and the field of coaching.
Beginning with the 2018-2019 membership season, Bad-ger Region Coaches will need to complete two hours of Badger Region-approved Coaching Continuing Education during the current quad (four-year Olympic cycle) to be eligible to coach in the following quad. Think of a quad as the four years leading up to and culminating with the Summer Olympics.
Annually the Badger Region has approximately 1100 Coaches!
Since Sept 1, 2016 (current quad 2016-2020) approximately 300 coaches have been IMPACT certified.
Approximately 100 coaches achieved CAP I or II certification at the CAP Clinic hosted by Bad-ger Region in December 2017 or December of 2019.
About 100 coaches from var-
ious clubs have participated in a Badger Region run 3C- Coaches Coaching Coaches program.
An additional 40 coaches attend or participate in Badger Region Education Clinics or programs annually.
This leaves around 600 coaches that we believe are in need of con-tinuing education to stay current on best practices, philosophy, and changes to the game and/or rules.
New coaches will become certified by completing IMPACT
(Increased Mastery and Profes-sional Application of Coaching Theory)
There are a number of FREE options for experienced coaches including:
* The Art of Coaching Vol-leyball “Badger Region Coaches Certification”
* Re-take IMPACT or attend at least two hours of a live IM-PACT session
* Attend a Badger Region 3C clinic (requested by club director)
Other options for re-certifica-tion at the coaches cost include:
* Attending a CAP/BCAP clinic
* Completing two CAP modules
* Complete your CAP certi-fication
* Attend the National HP Clinic
* Attend an Art of Coaching Clinic
* Attend an AVCA convention* Attend a University/College
sponsored coaching clinic (ex: UW-Madison)
* Attend the WVCA spring clinic
Contact the Region office for approval of other education obtained not listed here.
Continuing education a must for all
For more information, contact: Leanne UlmerPhone: 262-551-6681 | Email: [email protected]
The camp is open to:High School Girls (Grades 9-12, plus graduating seniors)
Middle School Girls (Grades 6-8 in fall 2020)
To register: www.ladyredsvbcamp.com
Overnight campers$310 $275
CommutersTwo campers per residence hall room
Dates: July 22-24, 2020
Location: Carthage College, 2001 Alford Park Dr., Kenosha, WI, 53140
VOLLEYBALL2020 GIRLS’ VOLLEYBALL CAMP
The Badger Region and the AVCA are again partnering to offer coaching education tips to directors, coaches and any volleyball enthusiasts who want to improve their knowledge of the game and continue to learn.
Full list: http://badgervol-leyball.org/avca-coaching-ed-ucation-tips/
iSpring Pointer Pups | Apr. 1, 15 &/or 19 Pointers ID Clinic | May 8
Hitter-Setter-Libero Camp | July 12-14 Pointers All-Skills Academy | July 14-16
Serve and Pass Camp | July 15, 16 or 17 Summer Boys & Girls Pointer Pups | July 20-21
Pointers Position Clinic | July 22 Pointers Team Camp | July 24-26
Pointers Elite/Prospect Camp | July 31-Aug. 2
/UWSPVOLLEYBALL
@UWSPvolleyballAthletics.uwsp.edu
www.pointersvolleyballcamps.com
We service campers of all ages who love to learn and grow as a volleyball player and
teammate. We provide campers with a personalized experience so that our campers can feel
comfortable learning. We welcome you to train and learn like a Pointers Volleyball Player!
Columbus will host the 2021 USA Volleyball Girls 18s Junior National Championship (GJNC18) from April 23-25 at the Greater Columbus Conven-tion Center. Kansas City will host the 2021 USA Volleyball Boys Junior National Championship (BJNC) from June 30 to July 7 at the Kansas City Convention Center.
Columbus: GJNC 18sThe GJNC18 is expected to
draw approximately 300 teams, nearly 3,000 players and over 5,000 family and friends of the players from across the country. The event will crown champi-ons in five age divisions: Open, National, USA, American and Patriot Divisions.
“Columbus has proven to be a great destination for USA Vol-leyball National Championship events,” USA Volleyball Director of Events Kristy Cox said. “The
Columbus community has always welcomed our players and specta-tors with open arms, going out of their way to make their experi-ences a lasting, positive memory.”
Columbus has hosted four USA Volleyball National Cham-pionship events since 2012. The city was the host site for the 2015 and 2017 BJNC as well as the 2012 USA Volleyball Girls Junior National Championship. Colum-bus hosted the Opens on four previous occasions (1930, 1952, 2000 and 2019).
“The Greater Columbus Con-vention Center was a proud host to 5,500 athletes that competed in the Ohio Valley Region of USA Volleyball’s 2020 American Challenge Tournament in late February before limits on mass gatherings were imposed,” said Linda Logan, Greater Columbus Sports Commission executive director. “Columbus has a storied history of passionate and knowl-edgeable volleyball fans that
love hosting national volleyball events, and now more than ever we are so excited to announce the USA Volleyball Girls 18s Junior National Championship next year and celebrate the athletes, coaches and fans when they come to our city.”
Kansas City: BJNCsThe 42nd annual BJNC is
likely to have nearly 550 teams and 6,000 athletes playing in Kansas City in 2021. A total of 16 championships will be decided in age groups from 12-and-under to 18-and-under.
“Kansas City has become a premier host city for junior volleyball events over the last decade,” USA Volleyball Direc-tor of Events Kristy Cox said. “The city has a strong volleyball community, and that includes a growing boys volleyball base. USA Volleyball is proud to have Kansas City host our 2021 Boys
Junior Nationals.”Kansas City has hosted three
previous USA Volleyball National Championship events. Kansas City was the site for the 1991 USA Volleyball Open Nation-al Championship, along with hosting both the Girls and Boys Junior National Championships in 1993. Further, Kansas City has hosted three National Collegiate Volleyball Federation National Championships in conjunction with USA Volleyball in 2012, 2015 and 2017.
“Kansas City is proud to host a consistent roster of events in partnership with USA Volley-ball. The Boys Junior National Championship is an exciting addition,” Visit KC President and CEO Jason Fulvi said. “We look forward to welcoming athletes and attendees as they take part in high-caliber competition and experience everything that makes KC an incredibly convenient, accommodating destination.”
Columbus, Kansas City to host pair of national events
The Badger Region is once again rewarding the individuals who showcase amazing sports-manship via our Enthusiastic. Supportive. Positive. program.
At tournaments, staff will be handing out wristbands that have the ESP slogan on them to people who go above and beyond to show fellow fans, teammates and coaches how we expect people to behave.
These wristbands are for fans, not players. Let’s take our cheering and our region up a few notches:
* Get a little crazy.* Go the extra mile.* Support your team with posi-
tive cheering.* Recognize the good in your
teams and others.* Applaud when the other team
makes a great play.* We need good opponents to
get better. Be that good opponent.At the Badger Region Cham-
pionships in March, recipients of the wristbands can redeem them for Badger Region swag at the Tournament desk.
For more about the ESP pro-gram, click here.
ESP program recognizes positive fans
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Badger Region, Frisco Mo partner for unique Wisconsin-themed volleyball shop
How do I get fun, Badger Region apparel all year round? Now you can thanks to a recent partnership between the Badger Region
and Frisco Mo.The online-only shop offers everything from pillows and posters to stickers
and mugs to the more traditional hoodies and t-shirts.A permanent link to the store now sits on www.badgervolleyball.org.A portion of the proceeds benefits future Badger Region programming in
the state of Wisconsin. For a link to the shop, click here.
Buy through Amazon Smile and support Badger Region
Do you shop on Amazon? Do you want to support the growth of volleyball in the state of Wisconsin?
Then you need to make your purchases on the popular online shopping website via the Badger Region Charity Link: https://smile.amazon.com/ch/39-1802573
When you purchase through the link listed above, a percent of your purchase comes back to the Badger Region Volleyball Association each month.
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TOTALS* 141 CLUBS (15 OF WHICH ARE SATELLITE CLUBS OF A BIGGER ORGANIZATION)* TOTAL MEMBERSHIP:2018-19: 20,747 (+2.6%)2017-18: 20,202* JUNIOR FEMALE:2018-19: 16,163 (+1.6%)2017-18: 15,730* JUNIOR MALE:2018-19: 1,673 (+2.5%)2017-18: 1,632* ADULT FEMALE:2018-19: 1,869 (+2.6%)2017-18: 1,815 * ADULT MALE:2018-19: 1,042 (+2.6%)2017-18: 1,025
DID YOU KNOW: THE BADGER REGION IS THE NINTH BIGGEST REGION OF THE
40 REGIONS OF USA VOLLEYBALLAS OF DEC. 4, 2019
FOR LINKS TO ALL CLUBS, VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT WWW.BADGERVOLLEYBALL.ORG
The Badger Region Volleyball Association promotes initiatives for safe, structured and fun life-long volleyball experiences!
If you (or you or your organization) would like to advertise in a future Badger Beacon, contact Brian Sharkey at the phone number or email address above.
Badger Region Volleyball Association
Calendar of events
Have a great story idea or person you want featured in the Badger Beacon? Email Brian Sharkey at [email protected].
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How is the Badger Region Board structured?The Badger Region Volleyball Association
is governed by a Board of Directors that must be elected by members on a regular basis. Area reps serve three-year terms, while members of the executive board serve four-year terms.
Members, whether they are players, coaches, parents, directors, athletic trainers or officials, are encouraged to communicate with their respective representative if they
think policies or financial decision in the Region need to be changed.
Some policies enforced by Badger Region come from USA Volleyball, our sport’s national governing body, so those can’t be changed. But many others can.
The Board is advised by a 11 chairpersons (or experts) in various parts of the game, and five staff members (some of which have multiple responsibilities).
The state is divided into five parts geo-graphically for representation. Plus, there are two at-large board members who you can approach if you don’t feel comfortable with your current rep. And there is a rep dedi-cated just to issues that surround our Junior volleyball clubs and athletes.
You’ll be hearing from each Board mem-ber twice a year in the form of a column in the Badger Beacon. Now, let’s meet them:
REGION STAFFExecutive Director/Commissioner: Jennifer Armson-DyerProgram Director: Brian SharkeyOperations Manager: Scott Spiess Tournament Director: Kelly LehmanProgram Specialist: Sara Voigt
Individual chairs and advisors who offer input to the Board of Directors but don’t have authority to vote at meetings:
Susan Peterson (At-Large Rep)Elected in 2020Email: [email protected]
EPIC PERFORMANCE BEACH TRAININGand EPIC PREMIER BEACH TEAM
GIRLS AND BOYS 12-18 YEARS OLD
REGISTER TODAY! EPICVBALL.COM
EEPPIICC''SS BBEEAACCHH MMIISSSSIIOONNThe Epic Beach mission is to create a lifelong passion for the sport of volleyball and the art of competition. This will be our 4th season and we are looking forward to providing the very best beach experience possible at North Beach, Racine’s premier beach volleyball location.
PPEERRFFOORRMMAANNCCEE BBEEAACCHH TTRRAAIINNIINNGGEpic Performance Beach training program is designed for players looking to learn the game of beach doubles. A partner is NOT required to join this program and will focus on training the game of beach doubles with lots of high rep skill work. Players will have the opportunity to play with other players in the program as they will intermix during any gameplay or competition.
Training will be available for all levels of players—beginners, intermediate to more experienced players. Boys and girls ages 12-18. Training will begin on Thursday, July 2nd and end on Thursday, July 30th. Practices will be every Tues and Thurs from 9-10:30am. Cost of the program includes every practice plus free entry into one of Epic's hosted beach tournaments. Cost for the program is $250
BEACHPROGRAMS
22002200 PPRREEMMIIEERR BBEEAACCHH TTEEAAMMNew last year was our first ever Epic Beach Team. We had an awesome group of both boys and girls, so we will be offering it again this year. The training will be more focused on specific and individual team strategies in order to be successful in the game of beach doubles.High level training for the more serious beach player.Open to girls and boys ages 12-18 years old.Designed for the national level indoor player or players with previous beach experience.Beach uniform options available.Cost includes entry into three beach tournaments Coaching at beach tournaments will be included for selected dates.
The season will start Saturday, June 6th from 10-11:30am and end with the JVA Beach Championships on Aug 1st and 2nd. After June 6th, practice will be every Tues and Thurs from 10-11:30am in June, moving to 10:45-12:15pm in July. ***Space is limited.. Our goal is 12 teams for this program. We want to keep the group size smaller and keep a good coach/player ratio for more specific team feedback.Cost of the program is $625 for the season
All beach practices will be held at North Beach in Racine. 2911 Michigan BlvdRacine, WI 53402
BERGS ALL-SKILLS CAMP SESSION I COST: $95 AT THE REALSCHOOL
DATE TIME GRADE/GENDER July 6-9 , M-Th 2:00-3:30pm 5th-8th Coed 4:00-5:30pm 9th-12th Girls
EPIC SERVE AND PASS CAMP COST: $69 AT THE REAL SCHOOL DATE TIME GRADE/GENDER July 13, 15, 17- M,W,F 9:00-10:30am 5th-8th Coed
BERGS ALL-SKILLS CAMP SESSION II COST: $95 AT THE REAL SCHOOL
EPIC SETTERS AND HITTERS CAMP COST: $69 AT THE REAL SCHOOL
DATE TIME GRADE/GENDER DATE TIME GRADE/GENDER July 20-23, M-Th 2:00-3:30pm
4:00-5:30pm 5th-8th Coed 9th-12th Girls
July 13, 15, 17- M,W,F 11:00-12:30pm 1:00-2:30pm
7th-8th Coed 9th-12th Girls
The Bergs All-Skills Camps will be will lead by the coaching duo
EPIC HIGH SCHOOL TUNE-UP CAMP COST: $95 AT THE REAL SCHOOL
of 5 Time State Champion Charlie Berg and Epic Director Evan DATE TIME GRADE/GENDER Berg along with other members of the Epic Coaching Staff. Session I July 27, 29, 31st
Session II Aug. 3, 5, 7 Boys HS Tune Up Aug 3,5,7
10:00-12:00pm 10:00-12:00pm 12:30-2:30pm
9th-12th Girls 9th-12th Girls 9th-12th Boys
Positional and High School Tune up camps will be lead by Epic directors and coaching staff.
REGISTER TODAY! EPICVBALL.COM
SUMMER INDOOR CAMPS
414 Milwaukee Elite 2020 Summer Camps
REGISTER AT: https://414me.com/summer-camps
GREENFIELD HIGH SCHOOL July 13-17, 2020
ST. ANTHONY’S HIGH SCHOOL July 20-24, 2020
Sessions Time Grade Level Cost Before
6/1 Cost
On/After 6/1
Max
A Liberos 12:30pm - 2:30pm 8-12 Advanced $130 $140 15 B Outside Hitters 12:30pm - 2:30pm 8-12 Advanced $130 $140 15 C Setters 12:30pm - 2:30pm 8-12 Advanced $130 $140 12 D Middles 12:30pm - 2:30pm 8-12 Advanced $130 $140 12 E All Skills 2:45pm - 4:45pm 6-8 Experienced $120 $130 24 F All Skills 2:45pm - 4:45pm 9-12 Experienced $120 $130 24
Sessions Time Grade Level Cost Before
6/1 Cost
On/After 6/1
Max
G Youth - All Skills CO-ED 12:00pm - 1:30pm 3-6 Beginners $95 $105 40
H Liberos 1:45pm - 3:45pm 8-12 Advanced $130 $140 15 I Outside Hitters 1:45pm - 3:45pm 8-12 Advanced $130 $140 15 J Setters 1:45pm - 3:45pm 8-12 Advanced $130 $140 12 K Middles 1:45pm - 3:45pm 8-12 Advanced $130 $140 12 L All Skills 4:00pm - 6:00pm 6-8 Experienced $120 $130 24 M All Skills 4:00pm - 6:00pm 9-12 Experienced $120 $130 24
CAMP 4 – JULY 13-16, 2020 GIRLS ALL SKILLS CAMP #2 (GRADES 4-12)
CAMP SCHEDULES
OPENING DAY 4:00 – 6:00 pm Check-in 6:15 – 8:45 pm Evening Session FULL CAMP DAY(S) 9:00 – 11:45 am Morning Session 2:00 – 4:30 pm Afternoon Session 6:30 – 8:30 pm Evening Session CLOSING DAY 9:00 – 11:30 am Morning Session 1:30 – 4:00 pm Final Session 4:00 pm Awards Ceremony 4:30 – 5:30 pm Check-Out
CAMP 5 – JULY 30-AUG 2, 2020* BOYS INDIVIDUAL/TEAM CAMP (GRADES 6-12) CAMP 6 – AUGUST 5-8, 2020* GIRLS INDIVIDUAL/TEAM CAMP (GRADES 6-12)
*MAIL IN ONE PACKET THAT INCLUDES A REGISTRATION FORM AND PAYMENT/DEPOSIT FOR EACH CAMPER.
“At Oshkosh, we dedicate our summer to running what we feel is an extension of our program. We want our campers to work hard, be disciplined, learn, connect with others, and have fun! It would be an honor to show you what Oshkosh Volleyball is all about. I hope to see you this summer!” Jon Ellmann Head Women’s Volleyball Coach
2020 OSHKOSH
VOLLEYBALL CAMPS
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2020 MARQUETTE VOLLEYBALL CAMPS
All Skills CampJune 26-28 Boys & Girls Grades 6-10Attacker/blocker CampJuly 6 girls grades 6-12SETTERS CampJuly 6 girls grades 6-12defender/passer CampJuly 7 girls grades 6-12volley school CampJuly 8-9 BOYS & Girls grades K-3YOUTH DAY CampJuly 8-10 BOYS & Girls grades 3-7TEAM CampJuly 18-19 girls grades 9-12SERVING Camp IJuly 20-21 BOYS & Girls grades 7-8COLLEGE PREP CampJuly 25-26 girls grades 8-12SERVING Camp IIJuly 26 BOYS & Girls grades 4-6boys team Campaugust 1-2 boys grades 9-12
Open to any and all entrants (limited only by total number, age, grade level and/or gender)
More information / register online atmarquettevolleyballcamps.com
The passionate and knowledgeable coaches and Blugold players teach fundamentals and advanced skills through fun and organized drills, team play, and effective demonstration.
Middle School Skills CampENTERING GRADES 6-8 | July 5-7, 2020$250* | overnight, meals included
$185* | commuter, lunch and dinner included
Setter-Hitter ClinicENTERING GRADES 7-10 | July 8, 2020$90* | commuter, meals not included
Defensive Specialist/Libero ClinicENTERING GRADES 8-12 | July 9, 2020$90* | commuter, meals not included
College Prospect Camp*ENTERING GRADES 10-12 | July 10-11, 2020$150* | overnight, meals included, limited to 30
campers
High School Skills CampENTERING GRADES 9-12 | July 12-14, 2020$250* | overnight, meals included
$185* | commuter, lunch and dinner included
Advanced Setter-Hitter ClinicENTERING GRADES 10-12 | July 15, 2020$90* | commuter, meals not included
Youth Skills ClinicENTERING GRADES K-3 | July 16-17, 2020ENTERING GRADES 4-6 | July 16-17, 2020$60* | commuter, meals not included
* fees listed are for registration by June 15
volleyball campsgirls | grades K-12 | Camp Director: Kim Wudi
uwec.ly/vballcamp
2020 CARROLL PIONEER VOLLEYBALL CAMPSCarroll Pioneer Volleyball is proud to continue our tradition of several camp opportunities for local athletes. Our summer camps offer opportunities for athletes of all ages and skill levels to focus on fundamental and skill development. Whether you are just beginning in the sport or at an advanced level, we have a camp for you to improve your volleyball and athletic skill.
• Little Pioneers All Skills Volleyball Camp for 5K-5th Grade Boys and Girls - Free T-shirt! JULY 20-23, 2020: 9-11:30 a.m., $80 For boys and girls looking to learn basic volleyball and sport related movements and techniques. Play fun games that teach volleyball mechanics and fundamentals. Beginner Level
• Pioneers 1st Contact Volleyball Camp for 5-9th Grade Girls - Free T-shirt! AUG. 3-6, 2020: 9-NOON, $90 For any player looking to improve their passing, serving and defensive techniques. Learn about specific skills needed to become a stronger passer or learn how to play the libero position. All positions welcome. A great camp to get ready for fall school tryouts. Beginner and Intermediate Level
• Pioneers Attacker Volleyball Camp for 5-9th Grade Girls - Free T-shirt! AUG. 3-6, 2020: 1-4 p.m., $90 For players looking to improve their attacking and blocking skills. Work on blocking, approach and transition footwork, as well as armswing and blocking mechanics. Get an abundant amount of reps and learn the specific skills needed to become a more consistent attacker and blocker. Beginner and Intermediate Level
• Pioneers Setter Volleyball Camp for 5-9th Grade Girls - Free T-shirt! AUG. 3-6, 2020: 1-4 p.m, $90 For players looking to improve their fundamental setting skills. Get plenty of setting reps along with the knowledge needed to move to the next level. Beginner and Intermediate Level.
• Pioneers Prospect Volleyball Camp for 10-12th Grade Girls - Free T-shirt! AUG. 8, 2020: 9 a.m.- 4:30 p.m., $65 A unique camp experience for players interested in playing at Carroll University or at the collegiate level
specializing in position specific skills and drills.
Add $10 to each registration after June 1. Multiple Camper Discount: $10 off. Registration and More information at www.piocamps.com
college id CAMPJuly 24 |9 am - 3 pm
Grades 9-12 | klotsche center$95
POSITION CAMPattacker, setter, passer & defender
July 31|9 am - 3 pmGrades 5-12 | klotsche center
$95
SERVING CAMPjuly 31|6 - 7:30 pm
All ages | boys & Girls | klotsche center$45
CAMP OFFERINGSREGISTER AT
WWW.SUSIEJOHNSONVOLLEYBALL.COM
youth campjuly 21-23|9 am - 12 pm
Grades K-3 | klotsche center$115
day campjuly 21-23|9 am - 3 pm
Grades 4-10 | klotsche center$230
high school tournamentJuly 27-28 | 9 am - 5 pm
klotsche centerCommuter $130 | resident $230
NEW in 2020: We are building all 7 week summer programs around AAU Nationals & WIAA Tryouts. This will allow area club players a chance to train after nationals are over and to develop skills and confidence leading up to high school tryouts on Monday August 17th. All summer camp coaches are IMPACT or SAFESPORT certified.
Summer Series Days June 29 – August 13 $375 This 7 week instructional program offers an approach to all skills within a competitive environment.
Summer Series Nights June 29 – August 13 $375 This 7 week instructional program offers an approach to all skills within a competitive environment.
SESSION LOCATION GENDER GRADE IN FALL DAYS TIME 9 ATC COED Grades 4-7 Monday & Wednesday 7:00 – 9:00pm 10 ATC GIRLS Grades 8-11 Tuesday & Thursday 7:00 – 9:00pm
Position Specific Fridays June 26 – August 14 $225 This 7 week session is for serious athlete’s that want to focus on their position of choice & strength.
***No training on July 3rd in Honor of our Nation’s Independence***
Locations: Adversity Training Center N113 W18750 Carnegie Drive Germantown, WI 53022
Germantown Sand Program
W160 N9998 Colonial Drive Germantown, WI 53022
To Be Announced Contact us & have our positional training delivered to a site near you!
Fees are Non-Refundable: Spots filled by grade on a 1st come, 1st serve basis. Visit: AdversityWisconsin.org email [email protected] for all required forms.
July 6–8 Middle School Skills Camp (Grades 5–8) New All Day CampJuly 8–9 Advanced Hitter/Setter Camp (Grades 8–12)July 9–10 Middle School Specialty Camp—Hitter/Setter Camp (Grades 5–8)July 13–15 Little Spikers Camp (Grades K–2 and 3–5)July 13–15 Middle School Camp Session 2 (Grades 5–8)July 15–16 College Prospect Camp (Grades 9–12)July 16–17 First Contact Camp-Passing and Serving (Grades 6–8 and 9–12)July 19–21 V-Hawk Overnight Camp- All Skills, Team Building, Mental Toughness (Grades 6–8 and 9–12)
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2020 V-HAWK VOLLEYBALL2020 V-HAWK VOLLEYBALLCAMPS AND CLINICSCAMPS AND CLINICS
Sign up today for our 2020 Camps!-Wildcat Elite Camp - July 10-12 | Girls entering grades 7-12-Middle School Camps | Open to Girls and Boys-Little Cats Youth Camps | Open to kids as young as 4!-Team Camp - July 17-19 | Come with your whole HS team!-Positional Camps
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LED BY 2X NATIONAL CHAMPION HEAD COACH SHANE DAVISNORTHWESTERN VOLLEYBALL SUMMER CAMPS
Explore our beautiful lakefront campus.Experience B1G Ten Volleyball training in our brandnew, state-of-the-art facilities. Have fun andcreate lifelong memories with the Wildcats!
(CAMPS OPEN TO ANY AND ALL PARTICIPANTS, LIMITED ONLYBY ENROLLMENT NUMBERS/AGE/GRADE/GENDER).
