We have transitioned from "tryouts" to assessments. Our goal is to provide a low-pressure environment where athletes feel comfortable enough to perform at their best while maintaining a competitive standard.
Dates & Requirements
Assessments take place over three days in May:
May 12th: Required
May 14th: Required
May 15th: Highly encouraged
Schedule by Grade
All sessions will be held in the West Gym. Please arrive 30 minutes early for check-in.
5th & 6th Grade: 6:00pm – 7:00pm
7th & 8th Grade: 7:30pm – 9:00pm
Evaluation Criteria
Athletes will be given multiple opportunities to showcase their skills. Coaches will use a rating scale of 1 (Poor) to 5 (Excellent) compared to same-level peers.
Skills Assessed:
Technical: Serve, Serve Receive, Defense, Attacking, Blocking, and Setting.
Athleticism: Movement, Footwork, and overall Athleticism.
Intangibles: Attitude, Effort, Communication, and Leadership.
Team Placement & Results
5th & 6th Grade: Teams are divided into equal skill levels to promote confidence and fundamentals.
7th & 8th Grade: Teams follow an A (Gold), B (Navy), and C (White) structure to prepare athletes for high school.
Notification: Rosters will be announced via SportsEngine in June.