• Open Team
• Club Team
• Fee Structure

OPEN TEAMS: $1150

Open teams are made up of the elite and more experienced players in the area. These teams are required to qualify for play in the Open League and will play against the highest level of competition which may include teams from all over the United States and Canada. Pioneer Valley Juniors will attempt to field teams in the 16's, 17's, and 18's age groups if we feel the teams will be competitive. In addition to the regular tournament schedule, these teams will play additional all-weekend tournaments starting mid-January. Players selected for an Open team will practice every Saturday and will either practice or play in a tournament on Sundays as well as participate in a Plyometric Jump/Speed/Agility training program. The cost is $1150 for Open Teams.

CLUB TEAMS: $500

Club teams compete against other New England Juniors clubs and the tournament sites are generally less than a two-hour drive. However, some teams may have to drive to the Cape, CT, RI, NH or even ME. All players are responsible for their own transportation to and from practices and tournaments. Practices are approximately 2 hours, 1 time per week and are held either Saturday or Sunday. The five tournaments (which begin early March) are generally all day affairs and held on Sundays only. Teams are formed based on age, number of participants and skill level. USAV Age groups are 12's, 14's, 15's, 16's, 17's, and 18's. The cost of playing on one of these teams will be $500 for the 2010-2011 season.

FEE STRUCTURE FOR OPEN AND CLUB TEAMS

Pioneer Valley Juniors is a non-profit corporation. A fee is charged to cover expenses incurred with operating the club.

ITEMS INCLUDED IN YOUR FEE

• Your $50 (or $150) Registration fee



• Training and competition weekly from mid-November to the first Sunday in May (Season runs longer for Open teams)



• Membership in USA volleyball (USAV)



• Membership in New England Region Volleyball (NERVA)



• Membership in AAU (if applicable)



• Tournament entry fees: Each team will be allocated a budget to use for 5 tournament days. Open level teams have an additional allocation of 3-4 tournaments



• Uniform & Practice Shirt (Open Level Players receive two uniforms and a practice shirt)



• Molten SuperTouch Volleyball



• Practice Facilities and Equipment: Each player has a built-in allocation for a share of our expenses for renting practice facilities, balls, and other necessary equipment



• Coaches: To insure quality coaching, our coaches are paid. This payment is nominimal compared to the time and commitment of our coaches for a six-month season



• Administration Expenses: Website, postage, accounting, printing, and other general office expenses

WHAT IS NOT COVERED?

• Transportation: Travel to tournaments is not covered in fees. We encourage ride sharing for tournaments and practices



• Meals: There are usually concession stands, and of course, restaurants near-by. You can also pack a cooler with food and drinks for the whole day



• Rooms: There will be several multiple-day tournaments for the Open Level teams. Hotel expenses are not covered by your fees