Hello! Thanks for exploring the CVMS volleyball page. Niki Andrews is the coach of the 6/7th grade team. Cayla Knapp coaches 8th grade. If you are interested in joining the middle school team, please view this Introduction Letter.
If you have questions about tryouts or how to get involved, please scroll down to the FAQ section below.
GO TIGERS!
When you are a part of the team, we expect you to...
Try your best
Be a great teammate and show COMMITMENT to the team
Have a good attitude and shake it off when needed
Communicate with your teammates AND coaches
Have integrity, perseverance, and grit
Practice Expectation
No phones
Positive attitude/cheering each other on including yourself
Hustle - do NOT walk
Practice like you PLAY
Do NOT talk back
Listen and be coachable
Ask if you’re unsure
Helpful Videos!!!
6-2 Rotation (detailed)
Mental and Physically Tips to Passing
When are tryouts/the season?
-The volleyball season in middle school takes place during the winter. Tryouts are held sometime in late November/December (it varies year to year). The season is 6 weeks starting when we come back from Holiday Break. Please check the practice schedule for the tryout dates. When we know, it may be posted at the top of this page.
What are the open gyms/when are they?
Open gyms are open to all girls. It is a non-judgmental time to practice skills and play some volleyball. NO paperwork is required. Dates/times will always be in the announcements or the calendar if it's been updated.
How do I tryout?
-First, you MUST complete your registration information. Tryouts are a two-day process. You should be present for both day to ensure the best chance to show your ability/effort to the coaches.
How many 6th graders vs 7th graders make the 6/7th grade team?
There is NEVER a set number. If you hear a rumor that only "so many" of a grade make the 6/7th grade team, that is FALSE. A girl makes the team based on coachability, passing, serving, and overall being a positive person.
Where do I find the registration info?
-We use the website Aktivate (used to be called Register My Athlete).
How do I complete the registration?
-You must follow the directions on the website mentioned above (Aktivate). If you do not have an account, please have your parents sign up and add you as a student (and other siblings if needed). Your parents will have to complete a health history form by printing it out (on the CVMS website), filling it out, then uploading it back to the website. You, as a student, must have a physical every year. (Your doctor or Walmart's health clinic can do this; DHS offers a free night as well in the spring sometime). Please pay attention to when you got it...is it within the school year? You tried out for girls basketball or did cross country a month ago? - you are good. Last, there are some things to read/watch and a signature is needed (I believe). Just follow the instructions on the website.
What do I turn in to the coach or office?
-NOTHING. Everything gets uploaded to the Aktivate account.
I am having trouble uploading documents or it says I'm not cleared yet - What do I do?
-Please contact the CVMS office. Either Ashley or Staci can assist. BEFORE you do so, please make sure you have completed all steps explained above in "How do I complete the registration"
TRYOUTS for the 20** season - 12/* & 12/*
December 4th from 5:30-7:30 and December 5th from 2:30-4:45.
**Please note: we may run over the time!**