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SUMMARY:2026 AVCA Fall Volleyball Officials Appreciation Week
DESCRIPTION:Participants  |  Instructions  |   Toolkit  |  Resources  |  History \nAVCA Fall Volleyball Officials Appreciation Week\nGirls and Women’s Volleyball\nSeptember 25 – October 10\, 2026\nAVCA Fall Volleyball Officials Appreciation Week began on September 25\, and you now have until October 10 to submit your event(opens in new tab)!  This period is especially for girls and women’s volleyball teams\, but all volleyball teams and organizations are invited to participate and help ensure officials know they are valued members of our sport. As coaches\, you are the leaders. Student-athletes\, parents\, and fans will follow your example of treating our officials with respect. By supporting a positive culture on your court and in the sand\, we can attract and maintain quality volleyball officials. \n\n📲 Get Involved: Use #OFFICIATIONWEEK2026 and tag @AVCAVolleyball on social media to share your celebration.\n✅ Don’t forget to submit your event(opens in new tab) to be added to the AVCA National Participants List(opens in new tab)!\n\n \n\nParticipants\nThe #OFFICIATIONWEEK2026 50-State Challenge has reached all 50 states! \nThank you to every team\, coach\, official\, school\, conference\, and organization that helped make this incredible milestone possible. Your efforts have shined a spotlight on the officials who make our sport possible every day. ❤️🏐 \nBut we’re not finished yet! With 828 participants and counting as of October 7\, we’re now just 25 teams away from setting a new all-time participation record! \nWant to see your team added to the participants list? Submit your event(opens in new tab) to be added to the AVCA National Participants List(opens in new tab) by October 10! \n\nView the 2026 Fall Participation List(opens in new tab) (Girls and Women’s)\n\n \n\nHow Can You Engage?\nInstructions to Participate: 5 Steps\n\nCHOOSE A MATCH during the week of September 25 – October  3\, 2026. NOTE: Coaches/teams can participate in more than one match during the week. For example\, you might choose to recognize officials at a match as the Home team and work with another school to recognize officials at another match as the Visiting team.\n\n*The official #OFFICIATIONWEEK2026 dates are September 25 through October 3; however\, teams may submit events held up to one week before or one week after the official dates to be included on the national participants list. Events held outside the official dates must be submitted through the online event form.\n\n\nPLAN A SMALL TOKEN OF APPRECIATION FOR OFFICIALS PRE-MATCH – INCLUDE BOTH TEAMS – Goodie bag(s) or certificate of appreciation or something agreed upon – prior to the match before the coin toss. You can also post signs or banners; for example\, “Thank you to tonight’s officials! We appreciate all you do for volleyball!” To make this a positive experience for all\, please do NOT publish names of officials on programs\, flyers\, banners or social media.\nSNAP A GROUP PHOTO WITH OFFICIALS\, BOTH TEAMS AND COACHES. The home team is responsible for pictures\, though both teams may want to take photos to each share to social media.\nPOST & TAG #OFFICIATIONWEEK2026 + @AVCAVOLLEYBALL ON SOCIAL MEDIA. NOTE: You may also want to tag your state volleyball coaches and/or officials association\, and/or state athletic association.\nWANT TO SEE YOUR EVENT ADDED THE NATIONAL PARTICIPANT’S LIST? Submit your #OFFICIATIONWEEK2026 event(opens in new tab) to be added to the AVCA’s National’s Participant’s List.\n\n\nAVCA Volleyball Officials Appreciation Week Toolkit\nLooking for even more ways to get involved?  Choose an IDEA to put into action from the AVCA #OFFICIATIONWEEK Toolkit. \n\n2026 AVCA Fall Volleyball Officials Appreciation Week Toolkit (PDF)\n#OFFICIATIONWEEK2026 FAQs\n\n\nAdditional Resources\nCheck out these additional resources on becoming an official\, sportsmanship\, and officials appreciation. \n\nAdditional Resources: High School & Club Volleyball Officiating\nAdditional Resources: College & Pro Volleyball Officiating\n#OFFICIATIONWEEK2026 FAQs\n\n  \n\n2021-2026 #OFFICIATIONWEEK History\nSince 2021\, AVCA #OFFICIATIONWEEK has become a proud annual tradition among nearly 4\,000 elementary school\, middle school\, high school (boys and girls)\, club\, beach\, college men’s and women’s\, and pro volleyball teams from 50 U.S. states\, D.C. and other nations. The event is hosted twice each year\, in the spring and fall; and all teams are encouraged to participate.  The AVCA’s Annual Spring #OFFICIATIONWEEK is especially for boys\, men’s\, beach\, club and pro teams\, and AVCA Fall #OFFICIATIONWEEK is primarily for girls and women’s teams. \nInstructions to Participate: 5 Steps \n\n Choose a match during #OFFICIATIONWEEK2026\n Plan a small token of appreciation for officials pre-match – include both teams\n Snap a group photo with officials\, both teams and coaches\n Post to social media tagging #OFFICIATIONWEEK2026 and @avcavolleyball\n Submit your event(opens in new tab) to the AVCA to be added to our National Participants List\n\nThe events are hosted by the AVCA High School Leadership Council. While the athletes\, coaches and teams plan and lead the individual official’s appreciation events\, the national campaign’s success is also credited to AVCA’s Affiliate Program Partners; high school athletic associations; intercollegiate athletic conferences; public and private high schools and universities; and USA Volleyball Regions who encouraged their teams to participate. \nCheck out the #OFFICIATIONWEEK Toolkit with more ideas on how to show appreciation for volleyball officials as well as recruit new officials for the sport like banners/posters\, customizable certificates for officials\, goodie bags\, PA announcements\, national and state officials appreciation week campaigns and strategies\, and more. The below websites are also available courtesy of the AVCA with resources on becoming an official\, sportsmanship\, and officials appreciation for high school and college. \n\n\n\n2021-2025 AVCA #OFFICIATIONWEEK Report(PDF)\nAdditional Resources: High School & Club\nAdditional Resources: College & Pro\n\n\n\n \n  \n2021 AVCA Volleyball Officials Appreciation Week\n#OFFICIATIONWEEK was started by the AVCA in the fall of 2021\, in response to the national shortage of high school volleyball officials. This 1st event was promoted to girls high school teams. \n  \n2022 AVCA Volleyball Officials Appreciation Week: 241 Participants | 26 States\nThe 2nd Annual AVCA #OFFICIATIONWEEK held September 30\, to October 8\, grew vastly from its first year to include 241 participants in 26 states. While the week was primarily marketed to girls volleyball teams\, participants included girls\, boys\, beach and women’s volleyball.  \n\n2022 AVCA Highlights Video\n2022 AVCA Participants List\n\n \n  \n2023 AVCA Men’s & Boys Volleyball Officials Appreciation Week: 122 Participants | 23 States\nThe 1st annual AVCA Men’s and Boys #OFFICIATIONWEEK kicked off as a tremendous success with 122 participants from 23 states. Participants included: Middle School (3); High School (88); Club (4); Beach (2); NCAA DIII (12); NCAA DII (2); and NCAA DI (11). \n\n2023 AVCA Men’s and Boys Highlights Video\n2023 AVCA Men’s and Boys Participants List\n\n \n  \n2023 AVCA Girls & Women’s Volleyball Officials Appreciation Week: 600 Participants | 44 States \nA RECORD-BREAKING 600 teams and organizations in 44 states participated in #OFFICIATIONWEEK from September 29 to October 7\, 2023! This marked the first #OFFICIATIONWEEK with participants from nearly every division involved\, including: Middle School (4); High School Girls (451); High School Boys (1); Club (11); Beach (1); NJCAA (18); NAIA (5); NCAA DIII (27); NCAA DII (43); and NCAA DI (29). \n\n 2023 AVCA Girls & Women’s Highlights Video\n 2023 AVCA Girls & Women’s Participants List\n 2023 AVCA Girls & Women’s Toolkit\n\n \n  \n2024 AVCA Boys\, Men’s & Beach Volleyball Officials Appreciation Week: 98 Participants | 34 States \nIn spring 2024\, 98 participants from 34 states took part in the AVCA Boys\, Men’s & Beach #OFFICIATIONWEEK.   2024 marked the first official beach volleyball #OFFICIATIONWEEK\, and the 2nd Annual Boys and Men’s.  Spring 2024 #OFFICIATIONWEEK included participants from the following divisions: Middle School (4); High School (43); Club (18); Beach (9); NJCAA (2); NAIA (4); NCAA DIII (5); NCAA DII (6); NCAA DI (12); in addition to international volleyball programs. \n\n2024 AVCA Boys\, Men’s & Beach Highlights Video\n2024 AVCA Boys\, Men’s & Beach Participants List\n2024 AVCA Boys\, Men’s & Beach Toolkit\n\n \n  \n2024 AVCA Girls & Women’s Volleyball Officials Appreciation Week: 754 Participants | 47 States \nOver 754 participants in 47 states took part in a record-setting 2024 AVCA Girls and Women’s Volleyball #OFFICIATIONWEEK! This year’s participation tops the previous record of 600 participants in 44 states set in 2023. \n\n2024 AVCA Girls & Women’s Highlights Video\n2024 AVCA Girls & Women’s Participation List\n2024 AVCA Girls & Women’s Toolkit\n\n \n  \n2025 AVCA Spring Volleyball Officials Appreciation Week: 186 Participants | 38 States plus D.C. \nThe AVCA’s 3rd Annual Spring Volleyball Officials Appreciation Week on March 21-29\, 2025\, saw enthusiastic participation from across the country. 186 teams and programs from 38 states and D.C. took part in this nationwide initiative to honor volleyball officials. This year marked the first official Pro Volleyball #OFFICIATIONWEEK\, expanding the celebration to include boys’\, men’s\, beach\, club\, and professional volleyball. \nThe effort was strengthened by the involvement of leading volleyball organizations such as the Junior Volleyball Association (JVA)\, USA Volleyball\, the Pro Volleyball Federation\, and numerous state and local volleyball coaches associations. Over the nine-day period\, coaches led the charge in promoting respect and gratitude toward officials\, setting a positive example for athletes\, parents\, and fans\, and reinforcing the essential role officials play in the sport’s growth and integrity. \n\n2025 AVCA Spring #OFFICIATIONWEEK Highlights Video\n2025 AVCA Spring #OFFICIATIONWEEK Participation List\n2025 AVCA Spring #OFFICIATIONWEEK Toolkit    \n\n \n  \n2025 AVCA Fall Volleyball Officials Appreciation Week: 815 Participants | 46 States\, D.C.\, Canada & Puerto Rico \nThe 5th Annual AVCA Fall Volleyball Officials Appreciation Week\, held September 26 – October 4\, 2025\, brought together over 815 teams from 46 states\, D.C.\, Canada\, and Puerto Rico to celebrate the vital role officials play in the sport. This nine-day initiative showcased the volleyball community’s commitment to promoting respect and gratitude for officials at all levels. \nCoaches and teams led the way with creative gestures of appreciation\, reinforcing a culture that values the integrity\, leadership\, and dedication officials bring to the game. \n\nAVCA Fall #OFFICIATIONWEEK2025 Highlights Video\nAVCA Fall #OFFICIATIONWEEK2025 Participants List\nAVCA Fall #OFFICIATIONWEEK2025 Toolkit\n\n \n  \n2026 AVCA Spring Volleyball Officials Appreciation Week: 206 Participants in 39 States \nThis spring\, our focus expanded beyond teams\, players\, and coaches to include a new and essential group of supporters—the fans. Building on the momentum of previous years\, the 2026 initiative underscores the AVCA’s ongoing commitment to recognizing officials during both the spring and fall seasons. This year introduces enhanced opportunities for fan engagement in the spring\, laying the groundwork for a broader\, community-wide strategy in future years. \n2026 AVCA Spring Highlights Video \n2026 AVCA Spring Participation List\n2026 AVCA Spring Toolkit \n \n  \n2026 AVCA Fall Volleyball Officials Appreciation Week(opens in new tab): September 25 – October 3\, 2026 \nThe 6th Annual AVCA Fall Volleyball Officials Appreciation Week\, is September 25\, to October 3\, 2026. \n\nSubmit your event(opens in new tab) to be added to the AVCA National Participants List(opens in new tab)\n2026 AVCA Fall Participants List(opens in new tab)\n2026 AVCA Fall Toolkit(opens in new tab)\n\n  \nGood Sportsmanship has the Power to Inspire\n#InspireSportsmanship is a new campaign launched March 2024\, through the AVCA High School Leadership Council that spotlights stories of girls and boys volleyball players\, coaches and teams displaying exceptional sportsmanship. The campaign is an extension of #OFFICIATIONWEEK’s efforts to promote sportsmanship through respect and appreciation of officials. \nUnsportsmanlike acts spread further and faster than acts of kindness\, humility\, and corporation.  That is why it is more important than ever to teach and spotlight good sportsmanship to inspire others. \nAs of April 2024\, the AVCA is proud to have received 30 stories of inspirational sportsmanship in volleyball from throughout the nation. These stories along with others submitted in the future will be showcased in the Affiliations eNewsletter\, AVCA website\, and social media in partnership with the AVCA’s Signature Affiliate\, Affiliate and Membership Organization high school partner associations. \nSUBMIT YOUR STORY
URL:https://www.avca.org/event/2026officiationweek/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:2026 AVCA Beach National Championships
DESCRIPTION:FREE ADMISSION\nAll matches at the 2026 AVCA Collegiate Beach National Championships are free and open to the public. \n\nThe American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) is excited to return to Huntsville\, Alabama\, for the 2026 AVCA Collegiate Beach National Championships. The event will feature the nation’s top collegiate beach volleyball athletes competing in both the Women’s Pairs National Championship and the Men’s Team National Championship. \nEvent Information\nWomen’s Pairs National Championship: November 6-8\, 2026\nMen’s Team National Championship: November 7-8\, 2026\nAdmission: Free for all spectators \nHost City & Venue\nCity: Huntsville\, Alabama(opens in new tab)\nVenue: John Hunt Park Sand Volleyball Complex(opens in new tab)\nAddress: 2305 Airport Rd SW\, Huntsville\, AL 35801\nAirport: Huntsville International Airport(opens in new tab)\nHotels: Huntsville Sports Commission Preferred Hotels(opens in new tab) \nThe Facility\nThe John Hunt Park Sand Volleyball Complex is one of the premier beach volleyball facilities in the country. The 15-court venue features championship-quality courts\, spectator viewing areas\, athlete amenities\, and LED lighting that allows for scheduling flexibility if weather impacts play. \nTravel & Weather\nNovember weather in Huntsville typically features temperatures ranging from the mid-40s to low-60s\, creating excellent conditions for competition. Huntsville is easily accessible by air through Huntsville International Airport and is within driving distance of Nashville\, Birmingham\, Atlanta\, and Memphis. \nWomen’s Pairs National Championship | November 6-8\, 2026\nThe AVCA Collegiate Beach Pairs National Championship brings together 64 of the nation’s top collegiate pairs from NCAA Division I and II programs. Teams earn bids through their performances during the 2026 season and qualifying events held throughout the country. \nHosted in partnership with Rally Volleyball\, the Huntsville Sports Commission\, and the City of Huntsville\, the championship continues to showcase the growth and excitement of collegiate beach volleyball. \nAutomatic Bids\nThe following programs earned automatic bids to the 2026 AVCA Collegiate Beach Pairs National Championship through NCAA Championship performance\, conference championships\, and the AVCA Small College Beach Championship. \n\n\n\nSchool\nBids\nBid Source\n\n\n\n\nUCLA\n2\nNational Championship & Final Four\n\n\nStanford\n2\nNational Championship & Final Four\n\n\nTexas\n2\nNational Championship & Final Four\n\n\nFlorida State\n2\nNational Championship & Final Four\n\n\nSouthern California\n1\nNational Championship\n\n\nCal Poly\n1\nNational Championship\n\n\nLMU\n1\nNational Championship\n\n\nCalifornia\n1\nNational Championship\n\n\nLong Beach State\n1\nNational Championship\n\n\nTCU\n1\nNational Championship\n\n\nGrand Canyon\n1\nNational Championship\n\n\nStetson\n1\nNational Championship\n\n\nTexas A&M-Corpus Christi\n1\nNational Championship\n\n\nTulane\n1\nNational Championship\n\n\nGeorgia State\n1\nNational Championship\n\n\nUT Chattanooga\n1\nNational Championship\n\n\nTexas A&M-Kingsville\n1\nSmall College Beach Championship\n\n\nNorth Florida\n1\nASUN Conference\n\n\nBoise State\n1\nBig 12 Conference\n\n\nHawai’i\n1\nBig West Conference\n\n\nFlorida Atlantic\n1\nConference USA Conference\n\n\nLindenwood\n1\nOVC Conference\n\n\nLSU\n1\nMPSF Conference\n\n\nSoutheastern Louisiana\n1\nSouthland Conference\n\n\nCoastal Carolina\n1\nSun Belt Conference\n\n\n\n*Remaining championship field positions will be filled through AVCA qualifying events. \nQualifiers\nThe road to Huntsville runs through qualifying events across the country. These tournaments provide athletes an opportunity to earn bids and compete for a national championship berth. \n2026 Qualifiers\nMen’s Team National Championship | November 7-8\, 2026\nThe AVCA Men’s Collegiate Beach Team National Championship will feature eight collegiate programs competing in dual-match team competition to determine the national champion. \nHeld alongside the Women’s Pairs Championship\, the event highlights the continued growth of men’s collegiate beach volleyball while providing student-athletes with a true national championship experience. \nMen's Interest Form\nEvent Partners\nThank you to Baden for supporting the AVCA Collegiate Beach National Championships. \n \nSpecial thanks to the Huntsville Sports Commission\, the City of Huntsville\, and Rally Volleyball for their partnership. \n  
URL:https://www.avca.org/event/2026-avca-beach-national-championships/
LOCATION:The John Hunt Park Sand Volleyball Complex\, 2295 Airport Road\, Huntsville\, AL\, 35801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Championships
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SUMMARY:2026 NAIA Women’s Volleyball Championship
DESCRIPTION:47th Annual NAIA Women’s Volleyball National Championship\nDecember 2-8\, 2026\nTyson Events Center\nSioux City\, Iowa \nOpening Round: November 21\, 2026 (Campus Sites) \nThe Tyson Events Center and Sioux City will host the upcoming women’s volleyball national championship set to take place December 2–8\, 2026. Please visit the NAIA Volleyball site for more information on tickets\, bracket\, and a visitors guide. \nFuture Dates:\n\n2027: November 20\, December 1-7 – Sioux City\, Iowa\n2028: November 18\, November 29 – December 5 – Sioux\nCity\, Iowa\n2029: November 17\, November 28 – December 4 – Sioux City\,\nIowa
URL:https://www.avca.org/event/2026-naia-womens-volleyball-championship/
LOCATION:Tyson Events Center\, 401 Gordon Dr.\, Sioux City\, IA\, 51101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Championships
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SUMMARY:2026 NCAA Division III Women’s Volleyball Championship
DESCRIPTION:See who is crowned the 2026 NCAA Division III Women’s National Champion. Please visit the NCAA DIII Championship site for more information on tickets\, bracket\, and rankings.
URL:https://www.avca.org/event/2026-ncaa-division-iii-womens-volleyball-championship/
LOCATION:Pittsburgh\, PA
CATEGORIES:Championships
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SUMMARY:2026 NCAA Division II Women’s Volleyball Championship
DESCRIPTION:See who is crowned the 2026 NCAA Division II Women’s National Champion. Please visit the NCAA DII Championship site for more information on tickets\, bracket\, and rankings.
URL:https://www.avca.org/event/2026-ncaa-division-ii-womens-volleyball-championship/
LOCATION:Municipal Auditorium\, 301 West 13th Street\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Championships
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SUMMARY:2026 AVCA Convention
DESCRIPTION:Registration opens on August 12 for the AVCA Convention in San Antonio. \nThe AVCA Annual Convention is the one event each year that brings the entire volleyball community together. The convention is the place to learn from each other\, talk shop\, build relationships\, and celebrate the best coaches and athletes in our sport. \nWhether you are searching for a new job\, want to continue your professional development\, network with your friends\, or go to the NCAA championship matches\, there are many reasons to attend the AVCA Convention including: \n\nOver 120 court and classroom education sessions\nDivision specific business meetings to keep you updated on the latest issues and hot topics\nNumerous networking opportunities\, social events\, and awards celebrations\nWorld’s largest volleyball specific exhibit show\nCareer Center with job postings\, salary survey information\, and career counseling services\nRecruiting events including the Girls Talent Showcase and Boys Talent Showcase\nWatch the NCAA Women’s Division I Championship to see which team is crowned national champions\n\nMark your calendar for December 16–20\, 2026 and join us in San Antonio\, Texas for a great week of volleyball\, education\, networking\, and fun. Registration & hotel room blocks open on August 12. \n \nUpcoming AVCA Conventions: \nSan Antonio\, TX: Dec. 16–20\, 2026\nColumbus\, OH: Dec. 15–19\, 2027 \n 
URL:https://www.avca.org/event/2024-avca-convention/
LOCATION:Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center\, 900 E. Market St.\, San Antonio\, TX\, 78205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Convention
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261217
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261221
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SUMMARY:2026 NCAA Division I Women’s Volleyball Championship
DESCRIPTION:See who is crowned the NCAA Division I Women’s National Champion. Please visit the NCAA DI Championship site for more information on tickets\, bracket\, and rankings.
URL:https://www.avca.org/event/ncaa-division-i-womens-volleyball-championship-2/
LOCATION:Alamodome\, 100 Montana St.\, San Antonio\, TX\, 78203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Championships
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SUMMARY:2026 AVCA Phenom College Prep Program
DESCRIPTION:For the fifteenth year\, the AVCA will host the invitation only Phenom College Preparatory Program. The 2026 AVCA Phenom College Prep Program will be held on December 17-19\, 2026\, in San Antonio\, Texas. Since the start of the program\, 80% of participating athletes end up on college rosters! Check out the latest data. The Phenom Program is also the only showcase that consistently has 200+ college coaches in attendance.
URL:https://www.avca.org/event/2026-avca-phenom-college-prep-program/
LOCATION:Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center\, 900 E. Market St.\, San Antonio\, TX\, 78205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Talent Showcase
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SUMMARY:AVCA Boys Showcase and Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Connecting top junior boys athletes with collegiate volleyball programs\nCoaches \nThe AVCA Boys’ Talent Showcase is a recruiting event developed for men’s team college coaches attending the AVCA Convention. The event is open to uncommitted and unsigned high school and two-year college boys volleyball players. The talent showcase will be held from 9:00 – 11:00am on Saturday\, December 19 at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio\, TX. Please note there will be one waive of players and the AVCA expects approximately 70 – 80 kids to participate. \nBoys Showcase Participants\nThe 2026 AVCA Boys Showcase will take place at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio\, TX on Saturday\, December 19.  The cost $99 per athlete prior to Friday\, November 20. Athletes that choose to register will: \n\nparticipate in the talent showcase\nreceive some insight into the collegiate recruiting process and tips to improve their visibility\n\nFor an additional $25\, athletes can take part in the AVCA Boys Showcase Clinic in the evening on Friday\, December 18 at the convention center. Registered athletes will have a chance to learn and develop their skills with the guidance of elite men’s college coaches from across the country. This a terrific opportunity to get better and prepare for the main event on Sunday. The clinic will begin at 8:30pm and conclude at 10:30pm CT. \nPricing\nBefore November 20: \n\nEarly Bird Boys Talent Showcase – $99\nEarly Bird Boys Talent Showcase + Boys Clinic – $125\n\nAfter November 20: \n\nLate Reg Boys Talent Showcase – $125\nLate Reg Boys Talent Showcase + Boys Clinic – $149\n\nRegistration Link\nRegistration link to be shared in the future.\nShowcase Schedule on Saturday\, December 19 (all times CT):\nFriday\, December 20\n\n7:30 – 8:30pm – Boys Clinic Registration and Check-In\n8:30 – 10:30pm – AVCA Boys Clinic – Skill Development Training\n\nSaturday\, December 21 \n\n7:30 – 8:30am – Talent Showcase Registration and Check-In\n8:30 – 9am – Warmup & Stretching\n8:50 – 9am – Introduction and Recruiting Talk\n9 – 11am – AVCA Boys Talent Showcase\n9:30 – 10:30am – Parents Session\n11:15am – Noon – Coach – Athlete Meetings\n\n  \nAVCA Contact: All general questions regarding the showcase should be directed to Brad Wilson at bradley.wilson@avca.org or calling 859-219-3520.
URL:https://www.avca.org/event/avca-boys-showcase/
LOCATION:Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center\, 900 E. Market St.\, San Antonio\, TX\, 78205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Talent Showcase
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270207
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SUMMARY:2027 MIVCA Coaches Clinic
DESCRIPTION:2027 MIVCA Coaches Clinic: February 5-6\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for the 2027 Michigan Volleyball Coaches Association (MIVCA) Coaches Clinic on February 5-6\, in East Lansing\, Michigan. Learn more. \n\n\nLearn from some of the great practitioners in our sport\, attend this upcoming high school volleyball coaches clinic hosted by AVCA Affiliate Partner Michigan Interscholastic Volleyball Coaches Association (MIVCA)! DON’T MISS OUT ON THE OPPORTUNITY TO LEARN\, GROW\, and CONNECT AT THE MICHIGAN COACHES CLINIC! \n  \n\n\n2026 MIVCA Coaches Clinic videos!\n\n\n\n\nIf you attended the 2026 MIVCA Coaches Clinic\, you receive free access to the full video library. Simply visit the link below and click the login link in the informational announcement banner at the top of the video access page. \n Watch Clinic Videoshttps://mivca.net/watch-clinic-videos/(opens in new tab)
URL:https://www.avca.org/event/2027-mivca-coaches-clinic/
CATEGORIES:High School Clinic
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270410
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270412
DTSTAMP:20261005T140918Z
CREATED:20260410T164556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T140918Z
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SUMMARY:2027 AVCA Match Point
DESCRIPTION:About/Schedule |  Tickets  |  Teams  |  Broadcast \nLouisville\, KY  |   Media Credentials \n\nAbout:\nAVCA Match Point will bring together many of the sport’s premier programs for a weekend of high-level spring competition\, creating another national platform during a traditionally open window in the college sports calendar.  \nThe event will add to an already loaded volleyball weekend in Louisville\, as it will coincide with the JVA World Challenge and the JVA 18U National Championships—two of the largest grassroots volleyball tournaments of the year. Hundreds of youth volleyball programs\, coaches and families from across the country will converge in Louisville April 9-11\, and pairing the prestige of elite collegiate programs with the passion and rising star power of youth volleyball will create a rare opportunity to connect current and future generations to the sport. \nAVCA Match Point is the first event in a formal partnership with Intersport(opens in new tab) that will continue to elevate the game of volleyball by creating new events and opportunities that amplify the sport throughout the year. \n  \nSchedule:\n\nAVCA Match Point will feature a bracketed format\, with each team playing three matches over the two-day event. Each program will compete twice on April 10 before returning for its third match on April 11. \nFull schedule will be announced at a later date.\n\n\nTickets:\n\nTicket details will be announced at a later date.\n\n  \nBecome an AVCA Insider:\n\n\n                \n                        \n                            AVCA Insider\n                            Fill out our form to receive updates about AVCA Events\, including AVCA First Serve & AVCA Match Point. Updates include ticket releases\, fan events\, event announcements and so much more! \n                        \n                        Name(Required)\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last\n                                                \n                            \n                        Email(Required)\n                            \n                        Phone(Required)Address    \n                    \n                        \n                                        \n                                        State / Province / Region\n                                      \n                                    \n                                    ZIP / Postal Code\n                                \n                    \n                Favorite Volleyball Program(s)\n         Submit \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n                        Δ\n \n                        \n\nTeams:\nKentucky(opens in new tab) | Louisville(opens in new tab) | Nebraska(opens in new tab) | Pittsburgh(opens in new tab) | Stanford(opens in new tab) | Wisconsin(opens in new tab) \nThe final two participating teams will be announced at a later date.   \nBroadcast:\n\nBroadcast information to be announced at a later date.\n\n\nHost City:\n\nLouisville\, KY: Go To Louisville(opens in new tab)\n\n\nMedia Credentials:\n\nLink to apply for media credentials will be released at a later date.\nAVCA Media Contact: Pat Henderson\nIntersport Media Contact: Scott Kemps\n\n\nEvent Releases:\n\nIntersport\, AVCA Announce Formal Partnership to Elevate Volleyball and Expand Year-Round Opportunities(opens in new tab) (10/1/2026)\n\n 
URL:https://www.avca.org/event/2027-avca-match-point/
LOCATION:Freedom Hall\, 937 Phillips Ln Freedom Hall\, Louisville\, KY\, 40209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270416
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270419
DTSTAMP:20261005T155741Z
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SUMMARY:AVCA Small College Beach Volleyball Championships Presented by Capelli Sport
DESCRIPTION:The AVCA Small College Beach Volleyball Championships Presented by Capelli Sport is the largest collegiate beach volleyball event in the country with 37 teams competing in over 500 total matches during the championship weekend. The event brings together the top beach teams in the country from NCAA Division II\, NCAA Division III\, and the NAIA. A champion is crowned in each division along with recognition of All-America/All-Tournament teams. The championships also include a Pairs Challenge event for participating teams. \nWhen: April 16-18\, 2027\nWhere: Gulf Shores Public Beach(opens in new tab) – Gulf Shores\, AL\nLocation: Public beach area in front of The Hangout Restaurant\, 101 E. Beach Blvd.\, Gulf Shores\, AL 36542\nAdmission: Free \n2026 Small College Beach Volleyball Championships Information  \nChampionship Schedule: Click here to view the overall 2026 championship schedule. All times are listed in Central time.\nMatch Results: Please click here (opens in new tab)to view 2026 match results.\nDivision II Championship (April 17-19): Click here to view the 2026 Division II championship format. Click here for 2026 DII team seeding and pool play matchups.\nDivision III Championship (April 17-18): Click here to view the 2026 Division III championship format. Click here for 2026 DIII team seeding and pool play matchups.\nNAIA Championship (April 17-18): Click here to view the 2026 NAIA Championship format. Click here for 2026 NAIA team seeding and pool play matchups.\nPairs Challenge (April 17): Click here to view the 2026 Pairs Challenge pool assignments and schedule.   \nPress release for the 2026 Championships(opens in new tab) \nSocial Media: Please use #AVCABeach\, the official event hashtag \nPlease contact Jason Jones at jason.jones@avca.org with questions regarding the AVCA Small College Beach Championships. \nPlease click here to see a history of past AVCA Small College Beach National Championship teams along with All-America and All-Tournament selections. \nPlease click here for product and sponsorship engagement opportunities. Please contact AVCA Senior Sales Director Toby Bishop at toby.bishop@avca.org for additional information. \nThank you to Baden\, Capelli Sport\, and The Hangout for their support of the AVCA Small College Beach Championships. \n     \nSpecial thanks to event partners Alabama’s Beaches Sports & Events and the City of Gulf Shores.  \n   \n2026 DII Champions: Concordia University Irvine \n \n2026 DII All-Americans (front row from left): Nevaeh Wolfe of University of Tampa\, Hailey Wolfe of University of Tampa\, Paula Perez Rosales of Saint Leo University\, and Emma Laade of Saint Leo University. (back row): Kelia Giusta of Concordia University Irvine\, Ashley Rossi of Concordia University Irvine\, Emma Daugherty of Texas A&M University-Kingsville\, and Kastyn Hoffman of Texas A&M University-Kingsville \n \n2026 DIII Champions: University of Mary Hardin-Baylor \n \n2026 DIII All-Americans (from left): Kat Kelyman\, Berry; Faith Clark\, Mary Hardin-Baylor; Julianna Green\, Mary Hardin-Baylor; and Kara Schmit\, Berry \n \n2026 NAIA Champions: Wayland Baptist University \n \n2026 NAIA All-Tournament (from left): Lilou Henry-Souqet-Bressand\, Wayland Baptist; Averi Penner\, Wayland Baptist; Aly Anderson\, Park; and Grecia Maria Ung Enriqurez\, Park \n \n2026 Pairs Challenge Pool Winners:  \nPool A — Brooke Green and Olivia Whisnant\, Tampa\nPool B — Aubrie Sierra and Davanee McKinney\, Wayland Baptist\nPool C — Abrie Green and Josie Villarreal\, Saint Leo\nPool D — Ryann Gallagher and Jordyn Kwalwasser\, Tusculum\nPool E — Avery Malek and Jada Whittal\, Colorado Mesa\nPool F — Hayley Lipinski and Addison Chapman\, Eckerd\nPool G — Maddie Dahl and Lura Underwood\, Berry\nPool H —Ily Allinger and Elsa Gilmore\, Vanguard\nPool I — Lauren Cook and Maddie Hankins\, Tampa\nPool J — Kennedy Farley and Julie Watney\, Concordia University Irvine
URL:https://www.avca.org/event/avca-small-college-beach-volleyball-championships/
LOCATION:Gulf Shores Public Beach\, 101 E. Beach Blvd.\, Gulf Shores\, AL\, 36542\, United States
CATEGORIES:Championships
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270521
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270523
DTSTAMP:20260709T200201Z
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SUMMARY:2027 NYVCA Coaches Clinic
DESCRIPTION:2027 NYVCA Coaches Clinic: May 21-22\nNYVCA HOME  |  MEMBERSHIP  |   AWARDS  |  RANKINGS \n  \nSave the date for the 13th Annual New York Volleyball Coaches Association (NYVCA) Coaches Clinic on Friday\, May 21\, at Georgian Lakeside Resort (384 Canada St\, Lake George\, NY 12845)\, and Saturday\, May 22\, at Lake George Jr-Sr High School (381 Canada St.\, Lake George\, NY 12845).   The clinic will feature on-court demonstrations\, volleyball drills and strategies\, education sessions\, awards presentations\, and networking. \nREGISTRATION\n\n\nOnline Registration (COMING SOON)\nPrint Registration Form (PDF) (COMING SOON)\n\nREGISTRATION DATES\n\n\nEARLY REGISTRATION: TBD (NYVCA/AVCA Members $ | Non-Members $)\nPRE-REGISTRATION: TBD (NYVCA/AVCA Members $ | Non-Members $)\nON-SITE REGISTRATION: Saturday\, May 22\, 2027 (NYVCA/AVCA Members $ | Non-Members $)\n\nPRESENTERS\n\n(COMING SOON)\n\n\n\nSCHEDULE\n\n(COMING SOON)\n\nHOTEL INFORMATION\n\n\n(COMING SOON)\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn from some of the great practitioners in our sport\, attend the upcoming high school volleyball coaches clinic hosted by AVCA Signature Affiliate Partner New York Volleyball Coaches Association (NYVCA)! DON’T MISS OUT ON THE OPPORTUNITY TO LEARN\, GROW\, and CONNECT AT THE NEW YORK COACHES CLINIC! Visit with coaching colleagues and prepare for the upcoming season. \n\n  \n\nNYVCA HOME  |  MEMBERSHIP  |   AWARDS  |  RANKINGS
URL:https://www.avca.org/event/2027-nyvca-coaches-clinic/
LOCATION:Georgian Lakeside Resort\, 384 Canada St.\, Lake George\, NY\, 12845\, United States
CATEGORIES:High School Clinic
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270718
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270721
DTSTAMP:20260911T124751Z
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SUMMARY:2027 THSCA Coaching School and Convention
DESCRIPTION:2027 THSCA Coaching School and Convention: July 18-20\nThe 95th Annual Texas High School Coaches Association (THSCA) Coaching School and Convention is July 18-20\, at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio\, Texas.  This three-day annual conference offers a wide range of education sessions on both boys and girls sports\, athletic administration\, as well as health and safety topics\, multiple networking opportunities\, rules meetings\, an on-site job room\, an awards banquet\, and an astounding array of exhibits. On average the THSCA Convention draws an attendance of over 18\,000 coaches\, athletic administrators and exhibitors. \nLearn from some of the great practitioners in our sport\, attend this upcoming high school volleyball coaches clinic hosted by AVCA Membership Organization Texas High School Coaches Association! \nCLICK HERE(opens in new tab) FOR CLINIC INFORMATION
URL:https://www.avca.org/event/2027-thsca-coaching-school-and-convention/
LOCATION:Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center\, 900 E. Market St.\, San Antonio\, 78205\, United States
CATEGORIES:High School Clinic
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ORGANIZER;CN="Texas High School Coaches Association (THSCA)":MAILTO:info@thsca.com
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