West Bend Power Volleyball Club

What are the Fees?
Purple teams 12’s and up are approximately $1100, Black teams 12’s and up are approximately $900. The 12’s and up Purple team fees are higher to include the costs of the in-state and out-of state National Qualifiers.

What is included in my Fees?
Player fees include: One jersey, practice facilities, equipment, tournaments, coach’s fee, and administrative fees.

When and where do your teams practice?
Typically our teams practice Monday and Wednesday evenings between 7:30 and 10 pm at the West Bend High School Field House or South gym. We will also have Saturday’s available for team practices and position clinics. Specific start times can vary depending on the team. Some teams may practice at other facilities in the West Bend area, depending on the number of teams WBP will field this season.

How many teams will you have?
The number of teams depends on the number of players that try-out at the various age groups. Typically we expect 2 teams per age group at the 12’s, 13’s, 14’s, 15’s, and 16’s. The number of players at the 17’s and 18’s varies significantly year-to-year.

How many players per team?
We strive for 10 players per team. This provides the best balance between playing time and cost.

What is the difference between a Purple and a Black team?
Purple teams are our most competitive teams. These teams are expected to seek a National bid through an out-of-state qualifier (typically Minneapolis or St. Louis) and the in-state Badger Region Qualifier. Purple teams that earn a national bid must accept that bid and play at Nationals. If they do not receive a bid, they are expected to attend the AAU Nationals in Orlando, Florida. Black teams are also competitive but seek competition much more locally, typically no more north then Appleton, no more South than Kenosha, and no more West than Madison. Black teams try and stay in Southeastern, WI but may travel to Green Bay and/or Wisconsin Dells. Our Black teams are often more competitive than many other clubs 1’s teams in the Badger Region. 

What age level should my daughter try out for?
USA Volleyball (www.usavolleyball.org ) and Badger Region (www.badgervolleyball.org) have age definition charts to help determine what age level your daughter should be trying out for. Before tryouts, for your convenience, we have a link on our website. Click on the link called Additional Player Information to find this chart. West Bend Power traditionally does not allow players to play up an age level.

My daughter is 11 (or 10, 9,…) can she play?
Your daughter must be at least 10 years old to play on a 12’s team. Typically the entry level for club programs is 12 and under. There are very few 11’s teams in Wisconsin and those teams frequently play in 12’s tournaments. Young players (say 11 and 10) are welcome to try-out for the 12’s teams. We have had 11 and under players on our 12 Black team. It all depends on the skill level of the player and how many other skilled players show up at try-outs. When to start a child in club volleyball really depends on the individual. Passing the ball is a critical skill. If a young player cannot control the ball and pass it to the setter, they are not likely ready to play club. Parents, if you are still not sure if your child is ready, come to one of the tune-up sessions where you will be able to compare your child’s skills to others at the 12 and under age group.

How many tryout dates will you have?
This season we will have 4 tryout dates. This gives coaches a better opportunity to see players and allows coaches to confidently make more offers the first weekend.

What if we can’t make all the tryout dates?
It is encouraged but not required to attend all tryout dates. If a player cannot make all tryout dates you should inform the coach which day you will be missing. If you do not receive an offer right away, that does not mean you’re not in the running. So if you cannot make the second or subsequent days, make sure the coach knows this so you are not overlooked.

Will offers be made the first day of try-outs?
Yes. However, coaches will not give out all ten offers in the first day. You never know who may show up the second or third day of try-outs. How many offers the first day depends on the coach. Some players may not accept their offer which frees that spot up to another player. Coaches may also call players several days after try-outs to extend an offer.

What is a coach looking for in a tryout
Coaches are not just looking for the best athletes and skilled players, they are also looking for chemistry, how players work together (team work). The coach is also looking to fill positions (setters, blockers, hitters, defensive specialists). Not all players can play all positions; many do specialize.

Do I need to be able to serve overhand?
No. Typically at 12’s several players will be serving overhand but many will not. By 13’s, most girls are overhand serving. However, if you have some unique quality (such as being very tall or very good at passing), you can still be a very valued player.

Does WBP keep a history of National tournaments results?
Yes we do! Here’s a summary from 2004 to present…
 

2011
13 Purple, 13th in the AAU Club Division
14 Purple, 1st in the AAU Classic Division
15 Purple, 38th in the National Division

2010
17 Purple, 19th in the National Division
16 Purple, 34th in the American Division
13 Purple, 17th in the AAU Club Division
12 Purple, 37th in the AAU Club Division

2009
16 Purple, 29th in the National Division
14 Purple, 46th in the American Division
13 Purple, 23rd in the American Division

2008
18 Purple, 3rd in Silver, 11th overall in the American Division
16 Purple, 37th in the American Division
15 Purple, 23rd in the National Division
14 Purple, 1st in Silver, 9th overall in the American Division

2007
14 Purple, 13th in the American Division

2006
14 Purple, 27th in the American Division
13 Purple, 23rd in the American Division

2005
none

2004
18 Purple, 6th at USAV Junior Invitational Tournament