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2025-2026 SEASON TRYOUTS

Want to push your volleyball skills further?

Don’t miss the chance to showcase your skills at our 2025-26 tryouts! We’re holding three rounds to select players for our National, Regional, and Select teams:

Tryout Schedule:

  • Round I (July): Early tryouts for National & Regional teams only

  • Round II (August): Early tryouts for National & Regional teams only

  • Round III (Oct/Nov): Final tryouts for National, Regional & Select teams

Why attend early tryouts?

  • More chances to make a team: Early tryouts have all spots open, boosting your chances for National or Regional teams.

  • Get feedback: Round II offers personalized feedback to help you improve before finals.

  • Final placement clarity: Offers may be made in early rounds, but final team placement is confirmed in Round III.

  • Location

    815 Woodland Dr E, Saline

    Saline, MI 48176

  • Season

    January - June 2026

  • Cost

    Middle School Tryouts — $45
    High School Tryouts — $55

    Both packages include:

    • Access to Round I & II tryouts
    • Official tryout t-shirt
    • Personalized feedback after Round II
    • Increased chances to make National or Regional teams

tryouts schedule

Online registration is mandatory. No in-person registration will be available.

Please register based on the player's grade.

MIDDLE SCHOOL TRYOUTS

ROUND I - JULY 2025ROUND II - AUGUST 2025
11u/12u - 5th & 6th Grade (Fall 2025 Grade) - NATIONAL TEAM (Top Team)Date: Sunday, July 13th
Time: 2 to 4pm		Date: Thursday, August 14th
Time: 4:30 to 6:30pm
13u - 7th Grade (Fall 2025 Grade) - NATIONAL & REGIONAL TEAMSDate: Sunday, July 13th
Time: 4 to 6pm		Date: Thursday, August 14th
Time: 6:30 to 8:30pm
14u - 8th Grade (Fall 2025 Grade) - NATIONAL & REGIONAL TEAMSDate: Sunday, July 13th
Time: 6 to 8:30pm		Date: Friday, August 15th
Time: 5 to 7:30pm

HIGH SCHOOL TRYOUTS

ROUND I - JULY 2025ROUND II - AUGUST 2025
15u - 9th Grade (Fall 2025 Grade) - NATIONAL & REGIONAL TEAMSDate: Monday, July 14th
Time: 4 to 6:30pm		Date: Sunday, August 17th
Time: 12 to 3pm
16u - 10th Grade (Fall 2025 Grade) - NATIONAL & REGIONAL TEAMSDate: Monday, July 14th
Time: 6:30 to 9pm		Date: Sunday, August 17th
Time: 3 to 6pm
17/18u - 11th & 12th Grade (Fall 2025 Grade) - NATIONAL & REGIONAL TEAMSDate: Tuesday, July 15th
Time: 5 to 7:30pm		Date: Sunday, August 17th
Time: 6 to 9pm

tryout phases

Early Tryouts (July–August)

We begin placing players on National (Blue & White) and Regional (Black & Grey) teams. Players who receive offers must pay a deposit to secure their spot. Final placements happen during Final Tryouts in the fall.

Possible Early Outcomes:

  • National Invitation – Attend Final Tryouts to confirm Blue or White placement

  • Regional Invitation – Attend Final Tryouts for reevaluation

  • Invite Back – Return in fall for further evaluation

Final Tryouts (October–November)

All players are re-evaluated for National, Regional, or Select teams. Players may move up based on performance. No tryouts are needed for Home League.

Possible Final Outcomes:

  • National or Regional Offer – Final team placement

  • Invite Back – Try out for Select team

  • Select Invitation or Home League Invitation (for 12u–14u)

You’ll have 48 hours to accept your offer and make an initial payment. Payment plans are available upon request.

SELECTION CRITERIA

What We Look For

We value coachability, work ethic, and a positive attitude above all. Skill helps, but passion and teamwork matter most.

Coaches evaluate:

  • Attitude and effort

  • Athletic potential and team fit

  • Volleyball fundamentals and game sense

What to Expect at Tryouts

  • Work hard — full effort is expected in all drills

  • Improve — coaches will teach and evaluate

  • Compete — we want to see how you respond under pressure

  • Have fun — be yourself, stay positive, and make the most of the opportunity

Tips to Stand Out

  • Be early and ready to go

  • Hustle everywhere

  • Listen, ask questions, and stay engaged

  • Be loud, helpful, and positive

How Teams Are Selected

Players are evaluated by a team of qualified coaches. We consider:

  • Skill and athleticism

  • Coachability and leadership

  • Team chemistry and communication

Final decisions are made collaboratively, and teams typically include up to 10 players. All results will be communicated directly by the HVVC office.

Team levels

At Huron Valley Volleyball Club we offer four different levels to play: National, Regional, Select/State and Home League.

Here you can find the general differences between them:

  National Regional Select (Winter & Spring) Home League
Season duration January to June January to June

Winter - January to March

Spring - April to June

Winter - January to March

Spring - March to May
Pre-season 5 weeks November - December 5 weeks November - December 3 weekends December 3 weekends December
Tournament Location MI driving distance | Out-of-state tournaments (OH, IN, KY, IL or FL) MI driving distance | Some out-of-state tournaments (OH)

MI driving distance

 HVVC (no traveling)
Tryouts

Required

Early tryouts - July & August

Fall tryouts (final) - October & November

Required

Early tryouts - July & August

Fall tryouts (final) - October & November

Required

Winter: Fall tryouts (final) - October & November

Spring:  Spring tryouts - March

 Not required

Playing Time Philosophy

Equal playing time is not guaranteed, but HVVC aims for fair participation based on team goals. All players are expected to play during pool play unless they miss practice or face disciplinary issues.

Team Expectations

National Teams (Blue & White)
Highest level teams with top coaches and out-of-state travel. Players must make HVVC their priority sport. All athletes may play during pool play; bracket play time is based on skill and team needs.
Goal: Maximize development and compete at the highest level.

Regional Teams (Black & Grey)
High-level play with less travel—ideal for multi-sport athletes. Efforts made for fair pool play time; playoff play is coach’s decision.
Goal: Develop skills and strive for competitive results.

Select Teams (Silver | Copper & Purple | Green)
Shorter seasons (winter/spring) for players needing a flexible schedule. Follows Regional team policies with a reduced commitment.
Goal: Develop skills with less travel/time commitment.

Home League (10U, 12U, 14U)
Beginner to intermediate level with all events at HVVC. Emphasis on learning and participation. Playing time is equitable, with some variation by position.
Goal: Maximize participation and learning.