Is your team ready for AVCA Spring Volleyball Officials Appreciation Week March 20-28? Spring #OFFICIATIONWEEK2026 is especially for boys, men’s, beach, club and pro volleyball teams. Participate in 5-easy-steps:
Choose a match during March 20-28
Plan a small token of appreciation for officials pre-match – include both teams
Snap a group photo with officials, both teams and coaches
Post & tag #OFFICIATIONWEEK2026 + @AVCAVolleyball on social media
Dorman HS and Lexington HS (SC) made headlines in a rare school‑day rematch of the 2024 SC state final, played at 2 p.m. before a crowd of over 3,000 students, many of whom were experiencing their first-ever live volleyball match.
The event highlighted the rich culture and welcoming environment embedded in Dorman’s volleyball program under NFHS Hall of Fame Coach Paula Kirkland, now in her 45th year coaching and fresh off her 17th state championship. Lexington’s Head Coach Erica Hardin identified student-involvement from both schools as the critical role in making this matchup possible, filling the day with positive interactions and a sense of community.
Wondering how to pull off a similar event at your school?
Read more about how Dorman coordinated scheduling logistics and even integrated volleyball‑themed classroom lessons on the NFHS website. #InspireSportsmanship
Big postseason changes are coming to AHSAA volleyball. The AHSAA Central Board approved a new sub‑regional round added between area and regional tourneys, aiming to cut down matches played at regionals.
The change follows the AHSAA’s reclassification that separates public and private schools for championship playoffs, with the new structure featuring six public school and two private school classes for a total of eight state championships.
Join us for a Coaches Social on Friday, April 10, in downtown Chattanooga, followed by clinic sessions on Saturday, April 11, at Gordon Lee High School (105 Lee Circle, Chickamauga, GA 30707).
The 2026 GHVCA Coaches Clinic takes place Saturday, May 30, at Deer Park High School – North Campus. The clinic will offer a full slate of skill‑building drills, live on‑court demos, practice drills, and networking, all crafted to support and elevate high school volleyball coaches across the Greater Houston area. Register today!
630 Volleyball, an 18U boys team, made history as the first Midwest boys team to win a West Coast national qualifier, claiming the 18 Open title in Phoenix and showcasing the rapid rise of boys volleyball nationwide.
Curious how they pulled it off—and what’s next for the team?Read more.
The 2024 IVCA Coaches Clinic session recordings will be available on the IVCA website for the IVCA community to access between October 1 – October 31. Coaches will need to login to view the recordings, and recordings will only be available to IVCA active member coaches and coaches who registered for the 2024 IVCA Coaches Clinic. The 2024 IVCA Coaches Clinic session recordings will be available on the IVCA website for the IVCA community to access between October 1 – October 31. Coaches will need to login to view the recordings, and recordings will only be available to IVCA active member coaches and coaches who registered for the 2024 IVCA Coaches Clinic. The 2024 IVCA Coaches Clinic session recordings will be available on the IVCA website for the IVCA community to access between October 1 – October 31. Coaches will need to login to view the recordings, and recordings will only be available to IVCA active member coaches and coaches who registered for the 2024 IVCA Coaches Clinic. The 2024 IVCA Coaches Clinic session recordings will be available on the IVCA website for the IVCA community to access between October 1 – October 31. Coaches will need to login to view the recordings, and recordings will only be available to IVCA active member coaches and coaches who registered for the 2024 IVCA Coaches Clinic.The 2024 IVCA Coaches Clinic session recordings will be available on the IVCA website for the IVCA community to access between October 1 – October 31. Coaches will need to login to view the recordings, and recordings will only be available to IVCA active member coaches and coaches who registered for the 2024 IVCA Coaches Clinic.
Campbell County High School welcomes new volleyball head coach Alicia Rice. Rice said. “Volleyball is a true passion of mine as I have played it all my life and my two daughters are playing as well.”
Lincoln East High School hires alumna Katie Wenzto return to her alma mater to serve as the next head volleyball coach. Wenz calls this a “special homecoming” and says she is “beyond excited to head back to Lincoln East as the new head volleyball coach!”
Plan to attend the 2026 NYVCA Coaches Clinic in Lake George May 15-16, featuring coach presenters Renee Saunders (Skutt Catholic HS – NE), Christi Kelsey (Williams College),and Matt Guifre (SUNY-New Paltz).
The North Carolina Boys Volleyball Association (NCBVA)’s reports positive growth in boys volleyball as the group hopes the sport is sanctioned soon. The NCBVA recently reported boys volleyball which started with just 7 NCHSAA schools in 2022, hasgrown to 131 SCHOOLS, thanks to the support from coaches, ADs, parents and athletes.
Holmen High School Girls Volleyball led by head coach Nichole Rose and West Allis Central Girls Volleyball led by head coach Amanda Schwichtenberg chosen as the recipients of the 2025 WHSVOA Girls Volleyball Sportsmanship Award
Check out coaches clinics around the country hosted by AVCA Signature Affiliate and Affiliate Partners, and Membership Organizations. These local clinics offer high school coaches the opportunity to receive quality volleyball coaching education close to home.
The AHSADCA/AHSAA Lunch & Learn: Volleyball Coaches Clinic on February 3, in Montgomery, AL, featured education and on-court demonstrations from University of Alabama at Birmingham Head Coach Betsy Freeburg, Association Head Coach Ryan Freeburg, and Assistant Coach Ashley Veach.
AHSVCA Executive Director Amy Patterson, President Perry Robinson and Board Member Holly Richards were on-site to provide coaches with information about AHSVCA member benefits and awards.
Congratulations to the winners of the door prizes, courtesy of the AVCA, Dadeville HS Coach Beverly Barron and Saks HS Coach Michelle Martin.
AVCA Affiliate Partner, Michigan Interscholastic Volleyball Coaches Association (MIVCA), held there 2026 coaches clinic at Loy Norrix High School in Kalamazoo on February 6-7. Coach presenters included Coleen Munson, the Western Michigan Women’s VB staff, Oakland Univ.’s Krista Rice, & Davenport Univ.’s Charley Andrews.
The event also celebrated 2026 MIVCA Hall of Famers Michelle Brines, Robin Kozuch, and Elizabeth “Lisa” Twardzik with a panel led by Dr. Ramona Cox. Kudos to Coaches Terra King and Bre Johnson for an energizing clinic with great vendors and giveaways, including Nike gift cards courtesy of the AVCA, won by Coach Jenny Maloneen and Coach Erin Sahr.
MHSVCA Coaches Clinic
The Missouri Volleyball Coaches Association (MHSVCA) Coaches Clinic was February 17-18, in Columbia, MO. A record-breaking 233 high school coaches were onsite, joined by the AVCA’s Alex Fitzmorris-Sorn. Speakers included Dawn Sullivan (Mizzou), Darin McBroom (Drake), Paula Weiddemann (Former MSU-WP), and Marci Adams (Kickapoo High School).
Attendees took part in classroom sessions, an awards banquet, and coaches social on Tuesday followed by on-court sessions at the University of Missouri’s Hearnes Center on Wednesday. Tamara Sells from Mexico High School won a $100 Nike gift card, courtesy of the AVCA!
SDVBCA Coaches Clinic
The South Dakota Volleyball Coaches Association (SDVBCA) Coaches Clinic welcomed nearly 60 coaches to Aberdeen Central HS and Simmons MS (Aberdeen, SD) on February 20-21.
The AVCA’s Alice Rogers engaged with coach attendees along with presenters Becky Kuch and Northwestern College’s Kyle Van Den Bosch. Counselor Becky Kuch shared a Coaches Mental Health session, and Coach Bosch provided on-court education. Coaches also took part in a coaches social on Friday night at Buffalo Wild Wings.
Nominate for the 2026 AVCA Boys Watch Lists! Senior athletes will be added to AVCA Boys High School All-America Watch List. Non-senior high school athletes will be featured on the AVCA High Risers List. Please nominate all of your deserving athletes to ensure they are recognized!
Tickets for 2026 AVCA First Serveare on sale! Three-day ticket packages are now available for the event, which brings together eight marquee women’s volleyball teams at Milwaukee’s Fiserv Forum Aug. 21–23, with doubleheaders each of the 3 days.
The Gatorade Player of the Year program also recognized one volleyball top student-athlete from each of the 50 states and Washington D.C. View state winners.
