activities · 16
what they do
direct service · 13
- Implementing Policies and Regulations for Volleyball Play Amateur Golf Tournaments & LeaguesImplements policies such as the Purple Card Sanction Policy for behavior, adjusts junior age definitions, institutes national waivers for age group play, and sets open house and tryout periods for boys' volleyball clubs to regulate fair play and competition.
- Junior Athlete High Performance Programs Youth Volleyball Training & CompetitionOperates the All-Stars Indoor High Performance Program, providing junior athletes with training from elite coaches, opportunities to compete nationally and internationally, and conducts annual elite tryouts to select top athletes for the USA Volleyball All-Star Championships.
- Junior High Performance Programs Youth Volleyball Training & CompetitionOperates the All-Stars Indoor High Performance Program, providing junior athletes with training from elite coaches, opportunities to compete nationally and internationally, and conducts annual elite tryouts to select top athletes for the USA Volleyball All-Star Championships.
- Operating Junior High Performance Programs Youth Volleyball Training & CompetitionOperates the All-Stars Indoor High Performance Program, providing junior athletes with training from elite coaches, opportunities to compete nationally, and sending selected athletes to the USA Volleyball All-Star Championships after conducting annual elite tryouts.
- Organizing and Hosting Volleyball Tournaments Amateur Golf Tournaments & LeaguesOrganizes and hosts structured adult and junior volleyball tournaments, including regional tournaments, national qualifiers, and championship events, with specific schedules and qualification pathways to national championships.
- Organizing and Hosting Volleyball Tournaments and Championships Amateur Golf Tournaments & LeaguesOrganizes and hosts a structured schedule of adult and junior volleyball tournaments, including regional tournaments, national qualifiers, and championships, providing pathways for teams to advance to national competitions. This includes the Arizona Region National Club Qualifier and the Boys AZ Region Championships.
- Promoting Sportsmanship and Community Engagement Student-Athlete and Educator Recognition ProgramsRecognizes teams and individuals for good sportsmanship, citizenship, enthusiasm, and excellence in assisting with tournament operations, such as officiating, cleaning, and helping with court setup/takedown.
- Promoting Sportsmanship and Community Engagement Student-Athlete and Educator Recognition ProgramsRecognizes teams and individuals for good sportsmanship, citizenship, enthusiasm, and excellence in assisting with tournament operations, such as officiating, cleaning, and helping with court setup and takedown.
- Providing Volleyball Memberships Youth Volleyball Training & CompetitionOffers various memberships for individuals to participate in indoor or outdoor volleyball as players, coaches, officials, or chaperones, with options for full competitive play, outdoor-specific play, and summer memberships for tryouts and clinics.
- Providing Volleyball Memberships Youth Volleyball Training & CompetitionOffers various membership types for individuals to participate in indoor or outdoor volleyball as players, coaches, officials, or chaperones, with annual renewal requirements and specific validity periods for different activities like tryouts, clinics, and competitive play.
- Providing Volleyball Memberships Youth Volleyball Training & CompetitionOffers various membership types for individuals to participate in indoor or outdoor volleyball as players, coaches, officials, or chaperones, requiring annual renewal and providing specific memberships for competitive play, outdoor play, and summer activities.
- Volleyball Rules and Policy Implementation Youth Volleyball Training & CompetitionImplements policies and rules for volleyball play, including a Purple Card Sanction Policy for behavior, age definition adjustments, national waivers for junior athletes, and open house/tryout period policies for boys' volleyball clubs.
- Volleyball Rules and Policy Implementation Youth Volleyball Training & CompetitionImplements policies and rules for volleyball play, including a Purple Card Sanction Policy for bad behavior, adjusting junior age definitions, instituting national waivers for age group play, and setting open house and tryout periods for boys' volleyball clubs.
capacity building · 3
- Coach Development and Education Youth Sports Coach Training & DevelopmentOffers a Coach Development program that includes personalized mentoring, practice feedback, club-specific coaching clinics, parent programming, and provides coaching education through in-person and webinar clinics, guest speakers, a YouTube Channel, and mentoring opportunities.
- Coach Development and Education Youth Sports Coach Training & DevelopmentOffers a Coach Development program that includes personalized mentoring, practice feedback, club-specific coaching clinics, parent programming, and provides coaching education through in-person clinics, webinars, guest speakers, and a YouTube Channel.
- Providing Coaching Education and Development Youth Sports Coach Training & DevelopmentOffers a Coach Development program that includes personalized mentoring, practice feedback, club-specific coaching clinics, parent programming, and various educational resources such as in-person and webinar clinics, guest speakers, and a YouTube Channel.
strategies · 13
how they think
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- Age-Based Divisioning for Fair Competition age_based_divisioningThe organization defines age divisions for players based on birth date and, in some cases, high school student status, adhering to FIVB age divisions rather than grade level, with specific exceptions for regionally waived teams, to ensure fair and appropriate competition.
- Age-based divisioning for fair competition age_based_divisioningThe organization defines age divisions for players based on birth dates and, in some cases, high school student status, adhering to FIVB age divisions to ensure fair and appropriate competition.
- Developing modern and adaptable coaching methods coach_developmentThe organization aims to bridge the gap between traditional and modern coaching methods, particularly for younger athletes, by encouraging coaches to foster a growth mindset that promotes learning from errors without fear.
- Expand access to volleyball through community-based programs community_inclusive_volleyballThe organization expands access to volleyball by bringing the sport directly to diverse communities and offering flexible, inclusive adult programs that foster community connection and local participation for players of all experience levels.
- Expanding Access and Inclusivity through Community Engagement community_inclusive_volleyballThe organization expands access to volleyball by bringing the sport directly to diverse communities and offering flexible, inclusive programs that foster community connection and participation for players of all experience levels. This includes using accessible tournament formats to increase inclusivity.
- Foster a positive and supportive sports environment positive_sportsmanshipThe organization promotes positive sportsmanship, responsible conduct, and a growth mindset among all participants, encouraging learning from errors without fear and building supportive communities around teams.
- Fostering a Growth Mindset and Positive Sportsmanship growth_mindset_coachingThe organization encourages coaches to foster a growth mindset in athletes, promoting learning from errors without fear, and encourages all participants (parents, spectators, club personnel) to engage in positive cheering and support, recognizing and encouraging good sportsmanship and enthusiasm.
- Fostering fair play and player choice in club recruitment fair_play_and_player_choiceThe organization ensures equitable player recruitment and fair club selection by restricting clubs from offering private lessons, securing commitments, or collecting payments during a designated Open House Period, allowing players to explore options freely.
- Promote fair play and player choice in club selection equitable_player_recruitmentTo ensure equitable opportunities and player autonomy, the organization restricts clubs from offering private lessons, securing commitments, or collecting payments during the Open House Period, allowing players to explore options freely.
- Promoting Fair Play and Player Choice in Club Selection equitable_player_recruitmentThe organization ensures fair club selection for players by restricting clubs from offering private lessons, securing commitments, or collecting payments during the Open House Period, allowing players to explore options freely and make informed decisions.
- Promoting inclusive and accessible community volleyball community_inclusive_volleyballThe organization expands access to volleyball by bringing the sport directly to diverse communities and offering flexible, inclusive programs and tournament formats designed to foster community connection and participation for all experience levels.
- Promoting positive sportsmanship and community building promoting_positive_sportsmanshipThe organization encourages positive conduct, responsibility, and accountability among all participants, including parents, spectators, and club personnel, to create a supportive community around teams and uphold traditions of excellence.
- Standardize age-based divisioning for fair competition age_based_divisioningThe organization defines age divisions for players based on birth dates and, in some cases, high school student status, adhering to FIVB age divisions rather than grade level to ensure fair and consistent competition.
named programs · 2
what they call their work
All-Stars Indoor High Performance Program
Provides outstanding junior athletes with elite coaching and competition opportunities, culminating in participation at the USA Volleyball All-Star Championships.
High Performance Clinics & Tryouts
Three-day clinics and tryouts open to all junior boys and girls in the Arizona Region to elevate their game and potentially be selected for the All-Star Championships.
relationships · 40
who they work with
- AVA 16 Red Partner — Team recognized for cleaning up the gym and team camp areas, including trash not belonging to them.
- AZ Outlaws Parents Partner — Parents recognized for exhibiting great sportsmanship during a close match.
- AZ Sky 15N1 Partner — Team recognized for helping officiate when the schedule shifted to a 3-team pool.
- AdvancedEventSystems.com Partner — Used for publishing real-time tournament schedules, pool assignments, and match results.
- Altitude Partner — Team recognized for taking over officiating duties for another team.
- AmazonSmile Partner — Partner platform for fundraising through charitable shopping
- Arizona State University Partner — Uses the Sun Devil Fitness Complex at Arizona State University for clinics and tryouts.
- Atomic 16 Energy Partner — Team recognized for officiating to keep matches on schedule.
- B2B Partner — Club recognized for providing baskets for water bottles on the court.
- CDC Partner — Utilizes CDC Fact Sheets on concussions as part of its junior registration requirements.
- EV VOS 12U Partner — Team recognized for helping clean up the gym after a tournament.
- FIVB (Fédération Internationale de Volleyball) Partner — Follows FIVB age divisions for team formation.
- Grand Canyon University Athletics Partner — Slate Mitchell, a photographer/videographer for Grand Canyon University Athletics, provides photos for AZHP events.
- Gunners Force Recon Partner — Team recognized for officiating an extra game and for their coach taking trash.
- Iowa Region of USA Volleyball Partner — Hosted the 2024 USA All-Star Championships.
- JA Partner — Consulted with USA Volleyball on setting the classification cut-off date of July 1 for junior age definitions.
- Livewire 15 Black Partner — Team recognized for staying to officiate the last match, allowing another team to leave.
- Nexus14 Green Partner — Team recognized for helping take down courts at the end of play.
- Oasis Partner — Club recognized for providing baskets for water bottles on the court.
- Oasis 14 National Partner — Team recognized for helping shag balls during warm-ups to protect an active game.
- Omni 15s Partner — Team recognized for helping take down nets.
- RRVBC Partner — Team recognized for officiating two games simultaneously multiple times.
- RVAA Partner — Consulted with USA Volleyball on setting the classification cut-off date of July 1 for junior age definitions.
- Slate Mitchell Partner — Photographer/Videographer for Grand Canyon University Athletics, provides photos for AZHP events.
- South Phx Rebels Partner — Team recognized for officiating two late matches to allow another team to travel.
- SportEngine Member Management System (SE MMS) Partner — Uses SportEngine Member Management System for registration.
- SportsEngine Partner — Uses SportsEngine for membership management, where memberships are housed in user accounts.
- Starlings 4 Corners Partner — Team that was able to leave early due to another team officiating their last match.
- USA Volleyball Network — Hosts the Girls Junior National Championships and collaborates with the Arizona Region on national qualification pathways.
- USA Volleyball Network — The Arizona Region is part of USA Volleyball, with membership fees split between the region and USAV.
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