Building Champions On And Off The Court

The Phoenix Difference We are a non-profit organization dedicated to offering elite volleyball instruction in a caring, family-oriented atmosphere. We believe it is equally important to develop young men and women on and off the court. We focus on character, competition and personal growth. We get results: - We have produced more scholarship athletes than any current club in East Tennessee. - Last year alone, seven of the girls that graduated from this program were extended offers to play at the collegiate level. 2

Building Champions On And Off The Court The Phoenix Difference As successful as our athletes are on the court, we encourage them to be even more successful in the classroom: - We start practices at 6:30 p.m. – this allows for more time to devote to homework and assignments after school, while also giving families the opportunity to enjoy dinner together before practice. - We only practice two days per week – this allots more days during the week for our girls/boys to focus on academics. 3

Building Champions On And Off The Court Our Mission The mission of Phoenix Rising Volleyball Club, Inc. is to develop and promote the sport of volleyball in a family-oriented environment. We challenge all players, from the entry-level to the elite. With sportsmanship and teamwork, our athletes learn to compete and develop a lifelong passion for the game. 4

Building Champions On And Off The Court Team Structure Minimum of 10 athletes per team for Power and/or Club teams One head coach and one or more assistant coaches per team for Power and/or Club teams All teams will practice twice a week A Volunteer team parent will be in charge of team functions which as: - Travel coordination - Arranging lodging - Tournament food coordination - Assisting coaches with communication via and phone chain, etc. 5

Building Champions On And Off The Court Team Selection Criteria used by coaches and Director during selection process: Athletes physical ability Athletes mental ability Athletes sportsmanship Athletes age in relation to team being considered for Team composition needs Athletes overall ability Phoenix grading scale 6

Building Champions On And Off The Court Playing Time Playing time must be earned. Equal playing time is never guaranteed on any team or at any event. The following factors influence playing time: - Attendance at practices - Volleyball skill and ability as evaluated by the coach - Effort and attitude in practice and game situations - Individual position and role on the team - Adherence to the coachs rules - Adherence to the Clubs rules Playing time is NOT an issue to be brought to the coachs attention by the parent during tournaments. Athletes are not guaranteed to play the same position that they do during their high school volleyball season. 7

Building Champions On And Off The Court Tryout Schedule & Fee Tryout Schedule: Girls & Boys: Ages 8-14 – November 17:30 – 9:00 p.m. Ages – November 27:00 – 8:30 p.m. Ages 8-14 – November 37:00 – 8:30 p.m. Ages – November 47:00 – 8:30 p.m. Open Tryouts (all ages) – November 77:00 – 8:30 p.m. Commitment Date – November 87:00 – 9:00 p.m. Registration opens at 6:00 p.m. each night of tryouts $50 non-refundable tryout fee 8

Building Champions On And Off The Court Tryout Age Classification 9

Building Champions On And Off The Court SRVA Junior Tryout Policy Please note the SRVA junior tryout policy as stated on their website: SRVAs intent is to allow players to tryout with multiple clubs - with no fee greater than $50 collectible during the tryout period. No player may be allowed to make a greater financial or player commitment to a club until the 11th day after the completion of that states high school championship. For Tennessee that date is November 8th. Participants should be careful not to violate any high school or collegiate rules that may apply. 10

Building Champions On And Off The Court Tryouts & Commitment Night Athletes must have completed the following before being allowed to participate in any Phoenix Rising activity: Required at Tryouts: Tryout fee of $50 (non-refundable) SRVA Membership Form – Printed with Pin # - BRING TO TRYOUTS Phoenix Rising Volleyball Club (PRVC) Application Form (Player Application) USA Volleyball Medical History and Release Form (Medical Release) PRVC Release Form (Waiver-Release) Commitment Night Requirements: (Nov. 8 th, 7:00 – 9:00pm) Photo Release Parent player contract – signed Financial Package – signed Authorization of first payment toward financial package Uniform order form – filled out 11

Building Champions On And Off The Court Financial Package Financial Package includes: SRVA registration fees, uniforms, gym and facility rental fees, coaching and administrative salaries, equipment costs, tournament registration fees and coaches tournament travel costs. Package does not include knee pads, shoes or socks (recommend black or red) – shoes must be volleyball appropriate. Ankle braces are Highly Recommend!! Transportation and lodging are the responsibility of that athletes family. All payments will be by bank auto-draft via debit card or credit card in four equal payments over four months. Nov. 8, Dec. 8, Jan. 8, Feb. 8th If an auto-draft fails to clear the financial institution, the player will not be allowed to participate in practice or tournaments until the account is made current. Players choosing to withdraw before the season is over must do so in writing to the Executive Director. No refunds will be awarded. If a player is injured during the season, the full fee is still owed. Any athlete, or parent damaging equipment owned by Phoenix Rising or any facility used by the Club during the season, will be required to reimburse Phoenix for the damages. 12

Building Champions On And Off The Court Financial Package Age RangeBase FeeUniform PackageTournaments 10 and under$1,2602 short sleeve, 1 spandex, sweat suit, backpack Regionals + 4 others 12 and under$1,6802 short sleeve, 2 spandex, sweat suit, backpack Regionals + 4 others 13 and under$1,8902 short sleeve, 2 spandex, sweat suit, backpack Regionals + 5 others 14 and under$2,1362 short sleeve, 2 spandex, sweat suit, backpack Regionals + 5 others 15 and under$2,1562 short sleeve, 2 spandex, sweat suit, backpack Regionals + Big South + 4 others 16 and under$2,3362 short sleeve, 1 long sleeve, 2 spandex, sweat suit, backpack Regionals + Big South + 5 others 17 and under$2,3362 short sleeve, 1 long sleeve, 2 spandex, sweat suit, backpack Regionals + Big South + 5 others 18 and under$2,3362 short sleeve, 1 long sleeve, 2 spandex, sweat suit, backpack Regionals + Big South + 5 others 13 Girls

Building Champions On And Off The Court Financial Package Age RangeBase FeeUniform PackageTournaments 13 and under$1,2601 short top, 1 bottom, sweat suit, backpack Regionals + 4 others 18 and under$1,5002 short tops, 2 bottoms, sweat suit, backpack Regionals + 5 others 14 Boys

Building Champions On And Off The Court Travel Athletes and/or parents are responsible for providing transportation for their athlete to and from tournament sites. All members of a team will stay in the same hotel unless prior notice given. Any parent or athlete that does not stay with the team may do so only with the permission of the coach. Athletes will not leave the hotel without a parent, coach, or chaperone and must notify the coach. Athletes must use a buddy system at all times. When traveling as a team, room numbers and phone numbers are to be given ONLY to members of the travel party. Curfews for the players may be established by the coaches and enforced by parents/chaperones. Overnight stays require you contact your coach when you arrive in that city. 15

Building Champions On And Off The Court Attendance Policy Practice Allowed four (4) absences during the season prior to review by Club Director. Missing more than one half of a practice counts as an absence. All absences from practices will be evaluated by the Club Director. Tournament Missing a part of any tournament day counts as one (1) absence. For any part of a tournament day missed, player will sit a match in the next tournament or Game (coachs discretion) Attendance at Power tournaments is mandatory. Failure to comply with this policy may result in suspension from the club. The Club Director will evaluate all tournament absences. * Please note that poor attendance records may directly affect an athletes playing time. 16

Building Champions On And Off The Court Dress Code Practice Comfortable, but appropriate spandex or athletic shorts should be worn (full coverage). Appropriate tops with a bra that is completely covered – no spaghetti straps with bra straps hanging out or large armhole cutouts exposing the sports bra. The Phoenix Rising staff will ask any player who does not meet these guidelines to change before practice begins. Tournament Phoenix Rising requires all players to carry their gear into the tournament venues in a bag with the Phoenix Rising logo (Backpacks are a part of uniform package). Athletes may use athletic bags with generic logos (Nike, Adidas, etc.) for travel, but NO bags with a competing clubs or schools logo. ( WE are one phoenix family) Spandex should be covered with athletic shorts or Phoenix Rising sweatpants (provided in uniform package) before leaving the gym. Remember: players are representing themselves, their family and the club any time they are displaying the Phoenix Rising logo. 17

Building Champions On And Off The Court Tournament Info Teams will choose their tournament schedule when teams are formed and tournament information becomes available (December). Athletes are expected to attend every tournament their team is scheduled to participate in. All athletes are expected to be in the gym, READY TO WARM-UP, at the arrival time determined by the coach. Proper demeanor is expected of all members of the Club (coaches, athletes, parents, supporters) at all tournaments. Keep in mind you are representing Phoenix Rising, our sponsors, and our region. Athletes may not leave the tournament site unless excused by the coach. All athletes and coaches must attend an officiating clinic to learn the rules and how to officiate/scorekeep.( parents welcome) All Junior Olympic tournaments are at least partially self-officiated – officiating tournaments is the shared responsibility of the entire team. Coaches may have additional team rules for tournaments that their athletes must follow. 18

Building Champions On And Off The Court Important Dates to Remember Notifications Team Selections – November 7, 2011 via Player Commitment Night – November 8, 2011 at Karns High School. - Written commitment and first payment required Team Assignments – Posted November 11, 2011 via Practice Schedule After Selection November 28 – December 16 – twice weekly December 17 – January 5, 2012 – Holiday Break January 6, 2012 – resume twice weekly Individual position skills clinics will be offered during season Good News : They are all Free- Dates will be posted on web-site 20

Building Champions On And Off The Court Dont Forget! Things you will need for tryouts: - Appropriate court shoes - Knee Pads - Socks - Water - Bring $50 ( Check or cash only) - Phoenix Application & waivers/release, SRVA Membership form with PIN # - Good Work Ethic and Attitude! 21

Building Champions On And Off The Court Dont Forget! Things you will need for the upcoming season: - Shoes appropriate for volleyball (should not be worn outdoors) - Knee Pads and Ankle Braces. - Turn in a list of any practices or tournaments you know you will miss by the first practice (family trips, school functions, etc.) - Water Bottle – Every practice and tournament - Towel – Every practice and tournament - Good Work Ethic and Attitude! Welcome to the Phoenix Family 22

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