• Junior Player are required to bring a signed
  Medical Release to each event.

• Adult Players should also consider bringing an
  Adult Medical Release in case of emergencies.

 

NCAA Approves Sand Volleyball as Emerging Sport
The NCAA Division I Legislative Council added sand volleyball to the list of emerging sports for women, it was announced today, clearing the way for schools to use the sport toward minimum sponsorship requirements and minimum financial aid awards.  NCAA Division II had already voted to add sand volleyball to the emerging sports list at the 2009 NCAA Convention in January.
“The opportunity to play sand volleyball in the spring will spur growth in the sport. I wish I had that opportunity when I was at Stanford,” said 2008 Olympic Beach Gold Medalist, Kerri Walsh.  “Additionally, this development will give more women an opportunity for a professional volleyball career in the United States."
Capitalizing on the recent success of USA Volleyball’s beach teams in the Olympics and the growth in grassroots programs, the NCAA’s Committee on Women’s Athletics made the recommendation to add the sport to the emerging sports list last summer.

Read complete release at http://usavolleyball.org/news/article/12131.

 

Why Play Beach Volleyball

Article 1: The benefitsof Playing Beach Volleyball
Article 2: Nebraska Volleyball uses Beach as training tool.

• The beach game is GREAT for improving your indoor skills/game. Whatever your weaknesses are, you get to work on them a ton. Unlike the 6 person game, you touch the ball in every rally, and with just two of you covering the court, you learn to read and anticipate much better.
• Dealing with the sun and wind helps you be more adaptable. Player height is less important outdoors-ball control and skill is most important. You get to be outside in the sun, often in beautiful settings.
• It is a great way to improve your jump, as there are just two of you to block and hit every rally. Communicating effectively is essential in the sport, and the game helps you and your teammate to grow stronger together.

Outdoor Rules - Basic Outdoor Rules

 

More information - Michelle Goodall
Phone:  515-229-6114.
Email:  michelle@iavbreg.org