We ask that athletes please complete the TRYOUT APPLICATION by August 15th
The 2026 season will begin on August 17th, 2026
Tryouts will be held to determine personnel for five teams (two 9th grade, C-Squad, JV, and Varsity).
Any athlete interested in playing volleyball should attend all tryout sessions to be considered for team placement.
Tryouts will take place over three days, cuts will be made on the third day of tryouts.
Athletes will be evaluated on physical fitness, skill level, mastery/understanding of the game, work ethic, and the ability to contribute to the team.
Due to the large number of tryout participants and roster limitations, not all athletes who tryout for the Volleyball Program will be placed on a team.
In an effort to provide privacy, dignity, and results in a timely fashion, athletes will be informed of their placement/non-placement by letter at the conclusion of the final tryout session.
The coaching staff will be available after the letters are distributed to answer any athlete questions regarding their tryout.
Placement will be determined by assessment of athleticism, skill development, citizenship, ability to compete and contribute to team/program.
Davies High School Volleyball Tryouts
Fall 2026
You must attend tryouts to be eligible for team placement. As you make your summer travel plans and work schedules, set these dates aside. You cannot be evaluated if you are not in tryouts. There are no make up dates or times for missed tryouts. Also, be aware it is illegal for you to attend any volleyball camps after July 31, 2026.
The Davies High School Volleyball program is very competitive. It is expected that athletes enter tryouts with fundamental volleyball skills. It is highly unlikely for an athlete to make a roster with no competitive volleyball experience. Unfortunately, roster limitations and the competitive nature of the program will not allow for all athletes to be placed on a team.
SESSION SCHEDULE:
August 17th:
8-10am: Incoming Freshman ONLY
10:30am-12:30pm: Returning athletes and/or 10-12 graders
August 18th:
8-11am: ALL Athletes
August 19th:
10am-12pm: ALL Athletes
Team Placements/cuts will be given after this session
Team Placements will be given via letter at the conclusion of the last session. This not only distributes results in a timely fashion, but also allows for privacy while viewing the result of the tryout. Coaches will be available from 12-1:30pm following the last tryout to discuss cuts. Any athlete that is placed on a team will have an individual meeting with Head Coach Sam Schreiner, along with their coach for the season. These meeting times will be on the letter given to each athlete. If the time given does not work, please let a coach know asap so a new meeting can be scheduled.
All teams will begin scheduled practices starting August 20th. It is expected for all participating athletes to be at every scheduled practice for their team.
Google Tryout Form
Complete the TRYOUT APPLICATION by August 15th
**DAVIES HIGHSCHOOL IS TRANSITIONING FROM POWERSCHOOL TO INFINITE CAMPUS. REQUIRED FORMS WILL BE FILLED OUT VIA INFINITE CAMPUS WHEN IT IS UP AND RUNNING. AN UPDATE WILL BE SENT OUT WHEN THOSE FORMS BECOME AVAILABLE.
Mandatory Player and Parent Meeting:
A mandatory meeting for players who are placed on a team and their parents/ guardians will take place once team selection is complete. Program and season information will be discussed. The time & date will be Tuesday, August 25th at 6:30 pm at Davies High School Gym 1.
Physical Exam Requirements:
All athletes are required to have a physical exam (after April 15th) completed by a physician each year. The physical must be completed and signed by a parent/guardian. Forms are available on the NDHSAA Website, in the high school office, or at area clinics. The physical form must be completed and on file in the Davies High School office prior to the opening day of the season (August 17th). A Physical copy must be brought into the office prior to tryouts in order to participate.
Concussion Management Information Verification:
North Dakota State Law (NDCC 15.1-18.2) requires that each student and their
parent/guardian document that they have viewed information regarding concussions that may be incurred by students participating in athletic activities. You must complete the Concussion Management Information & Protocol Verification online (will be completed in Infinite Campus) in order to participate in tryouts. Athletes will not be allowed to participate without it.
HIPPA:
Athletes and their parent/guardian must complete a HIPAA form. This will be completed in Infinite Campus.
Participation Fee:
The participation fee of $50 must be paid once an athlete is placed on a team after tryouts. For those athletes with financial hardship, fee waiver application forms are available in the office.
Team Selection:
Two 9th grade teams of 7-12 players each will be selected.
“C Squad” will consist of 8-12 players in grades 9 and 10.
JV Team will consist of 8-12 players in grades 9-11.
Varsity Team will consist of 8-15 players in grades 9-12.
Team selection is completed in a multi-day tryout. Athletes will be competing during the tryout process for team placement.
A letter will be issued to each athlete at the conclusion of tryouts. This method of delivery is used out of respect for player privacy and the efficient delivery of tryout results to all athletes. The coaching staff will then be available to answer athlete questions as needed.
Things to Complete prior to Tryouts:
Complete TRYOUT APPLICATION by August 15th.
Complete a Sports Physical (Family Physician) and turn in physical copy to the Davies HS Office.
Complete the HIPPA Form (Infinite Campus)
Watch and Complete the Concussion Management Information (Infinite Campus).
What to bring to Tryouts:
Dress to participate: t-shirt with short or long sleeves, shorts, socks, court-shoes (avoid purchasing new shoes until you have been assigned to a team). Do not wear running shoes, as they are not designed for lateral movement in volleyball.
Knee pads
Water bottle