Watch as Fort Bend Elkins High School (TX) Head Volleyball Coach Jamie Gill, who previously coached at Pearland High School (TX), explains the “Blocking Coverage Boards Drill.” This drill is designed to focus on hitter coverage, communication, discipline, and even out-of-system play. Each rep provides a slightly different perspective on a skill where hitters learn to trust their teammates behind them.
The ability to successfully execute a coverage ball and earn a point always builds positive momentum.
Thank you to Coach Gill and the Greater Houston Volleyball Coaches Association (GHVCA), an AVCA Signature Affiliate Partner, for sharing this drill video.
Nominations for the 2026 AVCA Girls High School Awards
are open through Mon., Oct. 19. AVCA member high school head coaches may nominate for the following awards:
AVCA High School All-America Awards: Freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors are eligible for nomination, with 240 athletes ultimately earning All-America recognition across First Team, Second Team, Third Team, and Honorable Mention.
AVCA Best and Brightest Award: This award recognizes senior student-athletes who excel both academically and athletically, requiring a minimum 3.5 unweighted GPA during their junior year and participation in at least 50% of varsity sets during their senior season.
AVCA Girls High School Coach of the Year Award: AVCA member coaches may nominate deserving colleagues for this national honor recognizing long-term excellence, leadership, and impact on the profession.
Athletes nominated for All-America are automatically considered for AVCA High School All-Region, Region Player of the Year, and Player of the Year.
The AVCA is pleased to announce its 2026 Hall of Fame class of Jenny McDowell, Candace Moats, Mark Pavlik, and Mary Wise. All four of these legendary collegiate coaches have made significant contributions to the sport across their careers.
The induction ceremony will take place Dec.
17, during the 2026 AVCA Convention in San Antonio.
AVCA Phenom College Prep Program – Registration is first-come, first-served for uncommitted seniors on the AVCA All-American Watch List and uncommitted underclassmen on the AVCA Phenom Watch List.
The invitation-only program is held Dec.
17-19, at AVCA Convention in San Antonio.
AVCA Boys Talent Showcase – Athletes can register online for the Talent Showcase on Saturday, Dec.
19, and the AVCA Boys Showcase Clinic on Friday, Dec.
18.
#OFFICIATIONWEEK2026: 930 Participants in 50 States
❤️ Thank You for Making #OFFICIATIONWEEK2026 the Biggest Ever! ❤️
The 2026 AVCA Fall Volleyball Officials Appreciation Week made history with 930 participants representing all 50 states, Washington, D.C., and Canada, setting a new event record and surpassing the previous mark of 852 participants set in 2025!
This also marks the first-ever nationwide sweep of all 50 states, showcasing the volleyball community’s commitment to recognizing the officials who make our sport possible.
Thank you to every team, coach, official, school, conference, and organization that took part. Your support helped shine a well-deserved spotlight on the individuals who serve our game every day.
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