How to compare Clubs for Travel

How to compare Clubs for Travel Teams

Club South OTHER CLUB

How many teams practice per net? 1 per net ___________

If more than one team per net, players will not get in as many touches of the ball.

Number of players per team 8-10 ___________
More players will effect playing time and coaches training ratio to players.

Number of hours of practice per week Reg-3.5-4 ___________

Nat. 4-5.5 ___________
We differ based on Regional or National Teams, but you may PRACTICE all you WANT!

Flexible Practice Options? Yes ___________

We run 7 days a week, players can come to practices to meet their schedule.

Past Results of Club? Our Website ___________
Results should speak louder than words or promises, ours speak for themselves.

Position Specific Clinics YES ___________
We provide in addition to practices, specific position training with top coaches.

Practice Facility One place-WSC ___________

One location tremendously improves training and planning for schedules.

Team Composure Similar Age / level ____________

The smaller the number of players in a club, more likely of different age and skill levels.

Consider Overall Coaching Staff Our website ___________
We have the best overall coaching staff- look at big picture and results.

Tournament Travel and locations Will announce 11/1 ___________

Make sure you know how many and what tournaments you will attend. For national teams, it is important to attend the Big Exposure tournaments.

Cost and payments Our Website __________

We allow payments and all cost are shown on our site. You have to consider we are paying for a facility, which is included in your fees. Many factors play into cost, make sure you know them.

Fundraising Options: Yes __________

From the article out of USA Volleyball Magazine Volume 33, Number 3
by: USAV-CAP Level II Coach, Gary Paul.

Introduction

The club selection and tryout process can be a very trying time for all involved- parents, players, as well as club personal. As a player and parent, there are many different club programs, with many different philosophies and goals. That is why it is important to you to do your "homework" prior to attend tryouts with a specific club.

Most USAV regions now have web sites listing the various clubs with links to each club, a great starting point for your investigation.

For both parent and player, it is important to sit down and discuss what factors will have the greatest impact on the choice of club programs. Following are some important questions players and parents should know about the club you are considering.

If possible, talk with players and parents that have had experience with the club.

PLAYER
1. What is my primary reason for trying out?

Do I want to play in college?
Am I playing because I love the sport and college is not important?
Am I looking for scholarship?
Am I playing to improve my chances on my school team?
Do I want to play with specific players
What commitment level am I willing to make?

2. Each Club program has different levels of commitment and policies. What type of club program do I want to play for?

The club philosophy should give you some indication of what the program goals are to be. The first question should be, "What is the club philosophy?"
How long has the club been in existence?
What kind of success has the club achieved? [Most regions have a ranking report of teams- check it out]
Does the club provide opportunities for feedback from parents and players throughout the season?
How many days a week do they practice?
What happens when club events conflict with other school events?
What types of equipment/uniforms are supplied in the fees?
What day of week are practiced scheduled, for how long and where?
How many players will each team have?
How many coaches will each team have?
Is playing time guaranteed?
Can a player move up an age group to play?
What type of support is offered by the club in helping players to get recruited (i.e., video taping, letters, contacts, web site bios, etc.)?
Where are practices held ?
Are players of different ages and skill levels combined and is this what I desire?
What is the clubs tryout system, how many coaches evaluate each player?

3. What type of coach do I want to play for?

Is the coach well-trained?
What is the coaches experience?
Consider overall coaching staff?

4. What about travel?

Do I want to travel out of state?
Are individual player or team hotel rooms required or can player stay with parent?
How many age groups and teams does the club offer?
Does the team travel to national tournaments? (i.e., National Qualifiers, Tournaments hosting in excess of 100 teams, etc.)

5. What kind of financial commitment is required by the club?

Are the club fees within the family budget? (Including the travel expenses?)
What are the fee's and are payments allowed, how many?
What are the estimated travel expenses? (Most are not included in fees)
Are there any planned or offered fundraising opportunities?
Do the fees include any post-season tournaments or are they additional?

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