What is Power League?

The KVA Power league is a competitive league for 4th-6th grade girls, with a strong emphasis on training. Tryouts are held before each spring and fall season, choosing enough players to form either 6, 9, or 12 teams.

The season lasts approximately 10 weeks, with 1 practice per week and 1 competition day per week. Teams play 2 full matches (4 games) on each competition day, then end the season with a 2 day tournament, with all players receiving a medal.

Custom scoring methods are used early in the season to encourage the girls to play 3-touch volleyball, rather than just bump the ball back over the net. Over hand serving is allowed, and encouraged, but not required. The use of an overhand 3rd hit is also rewarded as the season progresses.

The cost for Power League is $135.

Congratulations to the following players who will be competing this year in our Fall Power League. We will be forming 4 Divisions this season. Placement within those divisions will be based on skill level. Evaluations will take place the first few practices before teams are formed.

We are excited about this seasons Power League. We have a very qualified coaching staff and look forward to some great improvements in each of the players.

Alex Henry
Alexandra McMillan
Alexia Silva
Alixandra Hubley
Alyssa Chuidian
Amanda Caffey
Amanda Henry
Amber Sheffield
Amber Stewart
Andrea Zaharie
Ann Marie Denson
Anna Miller
Ashleigh Wosterek
Ashley Chen
Ashley Coalson
Ashley Cook
Ashley Meyers
Aubreye Reddell
Audrey Tucker
Bailey Schneider
Bitsy Prudhomme
Breanna Pena
Brianna Smith
Brittany Gortemiller
Caitlin Woods
Caitlyn Lea
Carleigh Stein
Carly Owen
Caroline McMardie
Chelsea Guerrero
Christa Bourgeois
Christie Hewitt
Christine Lee
Corianne O’Malley
Corin Evans
Courteny Jones
Daneisha Collins
Devyn Hightower
Elisa Wells
Emilie Floyed
Emily Burrus
Emily Sanders
Emma Mathiasmeier
Faith Rist
Haley Bintliff
Hannah Dannelly
Hannah Guthrie
Hannah Huffman
Harleigh Tally
Haylee Ellerbe
Hayley Givens
Jaclyn Adams
Jamie Wolf
Janna Remperas
Jasmin Istre
Jessica Dorey
Jordan Catlett
Jourdan Pratt
Juliana Ansley
Kaitlyn Wright
Kassidy Richard
Kate Dacy
Katelyn Lain
Kayla Appleby
Kayla Driver
Kayla Powers
Kaylee Heenan
Kelley Skinner
Kelsey Lange
Kelsey Wells
Kendall Specht
Kiiyani Humphrey
Lanessia Hall
Laura Cross
Leah Baker
Leah Strader
Lizzie Dowling
Lizzy Dicken
Mackenzie Winters
Madison Adams
Madison Cummings
Madison Sherrill
Mady Pausewang
Maegan Becker
Makayla Krpec
Makayla Russell
Marguerite Murray
McKenzie Tryon
Meagan Albosta
Megan Carey
Megan Clark
Megan Duffey
Megan Voss
Meghan Burns
MichaelaBishop
Michelle Velasquez
Mikaell Fisher
Monica Richter
Monika Segulja
Morgan VanDomelen
Mykenzie Bozarth
Nicole Courville
Nicole Phillips
Olivia Foller
Rachel Erickson
Reagan Speas
Rebecca Luebeck
Rebekah Graham
Samantha Chastain
Savannah Fontenot
Shelby Bailey
Shelby DiCamillo
Srini Shah
Stephanie Neff
Sydney Benoit
Sydney Nimitz
Taylor Rosario
Tianna Chorba
Victoria Pharris
Yasmin Orozco

KVA has developed a natural step by step program to help develope players.

FALL AND SPRING POWER LEAGUE: $135
Besides our camp opportunities, the first step for 4th-6th graders is to tryout and take part in the Fall and Spring Power League. Cost for Power League is $135, and the season is approximately 10 weeks long. It involves 1 practice per week and 1 competition day per week. A numbered Tshirt is given for competition.

KVA KIDS CLUB DEVELOPMENTAL PROGRAM: $1000
The next step is the KVA Kids Club Developmental program. This program is a new addition to KVA this season is a natural next step for strong 5th and 6th graders. The tryout process and selection is a little tougher than the Power League, with only the top players being selected and placed on a 12 & Under Developemental team. These teams compete in the USVBA sanctioned tournaments in Houston. Cost for the Developmental program is $1000 and will run approximately 5 months. Players receive a numbered Tshirt and a pair of shorts for competition.

KVA CLUB SEASON: $1750
The final step in a players development is the KVA Club season. The tryout process and selection is even tougher, with only the most developed and competitive girls receiving roster positions on a KVA team. These teams also compete in the USVBA sanctioned tournaments, will will involve a little more travel. Some 6th graders will be selected to play on a 12 & under team without having to go through the developmental season. Cost for the regular club season this year is $1750 and will run approximately 5 months. Players receive 2 jerseys, 2 pair of spandex, a full warmup, and travel bag. They practice twice a week and play in 2 tournaments per month.

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Effective Aug 1st, our rates for private lessons are as follows:

$40 for 1 hour : 1 player per coach ratio
$30 for 1 hour : 2 players per coach ratio
$25 for 1 hour : 3 players per coach ratio

Please email Jimmy to schedule a time and an instructor. jimmy@katyvolleyball.com

To share the knowledge I learn, the passion I have gained, and the potential that I see; in every person that is willing to listen.

Coming soon!!!!
KVA Kids Club Season
A developmental club season for ages 9-11. We will form at least three 12 and Under teams who will practice 1x per week and compete in 1 tournament per month.
Watch this site for more information.

KVA Kids Club Program Director Danielle Wells - Danielle is a graduate of Faith West Academy, played college volleyball in Florida, and is currently the coach of the freshman A team at Cinco Ranch High School, as well as the assistant varsity coach. She will oversee our new developmental program for girls 10-12, which will begin a few weeks after the regular club season gets underway. This opportunity is a great next step after the Fall or Spring Power League.

Watch this page for more information about this exciting opportunity!

We are working on tentative coaching assignments for our teams both Texas Travel teams and Developmental Club teams. We are planning on forming at least 2 teams in all age groups except 16’s. Team placement and team formations will be made in November.

Coaching assignments will be considered tentative. We reserve the right to change as necessary.

Tentative Coaching Staff
Ashley Baker
Shannon Simon
Brittny Botter
Tawanna Botter
Meghann Wharton
Brendon Efaw
Emil Chuidian~KVA Club Head Coach
Jeff Fenton~KVA Parent Coordinator
Steve Lee
Nicole McCollough
Tara Montgomery
Michelle Paul
Sarah Pointer
Sue Rattarree
Ricky Sparks
Danielle Wells~Kids Club Director
Mike Wetzel
Brandy Botter~ Setters Coach

What is club ball?

USAV is a national organization, which promotes and organizes training and competition at the local, regional and national levels. There are over 30 clubs in the Houston area alone.

The level of play in club ball is much higher than that found in local recreational leagues and some school programs. Club experience is important in developing as a player. Most, if not all, girls who make their high school teams (not to mention those that go on to win college scholarships) play club ball.

Clubs have tryouts during the summer, prior to the start of the school season. Teams begin practice after the school season ends in mid-November, and then begin playing tournaments on weekends starting in December. The KVA club season ends in mid to late April.

The focus of the club experience is to improve individual play, teamwork, and competitive spirit. This is done through team practice and tournament play. Tournaments usually last all day.

Who is KVA?

Katy Volleyball Academy began in 1994. We started with camps and have grown into a year-round training program. We boast of excellent summer camps, Fall and Spring Power Leagues, a 5 month USAV club season, and are adding a full Developmental program this coming season, as well as an off-season program.

Why KVA?

KVA is a member of the USAV organization, and is well respected by the Lone Star Region. The goal of the Directors is to have a club that trains players to play to their full potential. We work hard to exemplify an organization known for its class, organizational ability, integrity, and professionalism. With this goal in mind, coaches are carefully selected. Players will receive excellent instruction and experience competition levels that will help them to improve their skills.

How do I get started in club volleyball?

Players trying out for the club must show skill, determination, attitude, heart, and desire. Players must also exemplify a coachable attitude and be team players. At the older age groups, they are also selected by position needs.

If you already know you like volleyball and want to learn more, we invite you to try out for our club. Our program is for ages 11-16, practices twice a week, and competes in 9 tournaments. (Approximately 2 tournaments a month)

The final camp session of Summer 2008 is this week. Aug 11th. If you are signed up for camp, check out days and times on the Camps Information page.

The final camp of the summer~~~~~~~

Aug 11, 12, 14, 15 ~ 8th Grade Tuneup Camp ~ closed
8th grade only ~ $110 ~ 6-9 pm

Junior High tune-ups are the favorite camp of the summer for KVA campers. High-energy coaching and fast tempo drills help campers with previous volleyball experience get back into shape and brush up those skills before school tryouts. Lots of hard work and desire are required!!!

No beginners for the tune-up camps, please. To qualify for a tune-up camp, players must have attended a Skills camp, (KVA or other) or played 1 year or more of school, club, or KVA Power League.

Tryouts have taken place and rosters have been filled. Almost everyone’s fees are in, so we are gearing up for our first practices. Teams and divisions will be formed after the first couple of practices. We have a great coaching staff being formed, so it looks to be an exciting season.

Schedule for first two weeks

Following these practices, teams will be formed, and a regular weekday practice will be assigned. Team divisions and placement, along with coaching assignments will be posted on the KVA Fall Power League Rosters page. For questions about THIS SESSION of Power League, please contact one of our Power League Directors.

KVA is pleased to be using the Faith West Sports Complex. This spacious facility is located between Franz Rd and Morton Rd, close to the heart of Katy.

The physical address of the complex is:
2225 Porter Rd, 77493.

Click here for a map to the facility

2008-2009 Tournament Schedule

The upcoming season tournament calendar will be posted in October. Tentative tournament stops will include but will not be limited to the following tournaments.

KVA Black teams
Tour of Texas or Texas Championship Series *
Houston Power League Stops
Lone Star Qualifier
Houston Cross Court

KVA Gold teams
River City Classic
Houston Power League Series
Houston Cross Court
Lone Star Qualifier

Thank you all for attending tryouts for

2008-2009 Club season

We are excited about the turnout we had for todays tryouts. The coaches are excited about the talent level and are encouraged that we will be taking a step towards all our teams being more competitive.

We are still looking for a handful of exceptional athletes in various age groups. If you are looking for a team to play on and would like to tryout for KVA, please email jimmy@katyvolleyball.com.

KVA
2211 Porter Rd
Katy, Tx. 77493

Thanks to Jeff Fenton for his work on this page.

Click on the link to the particular facility you would like information about. You will need either Microsoft Word or OpenOffice (which is a free program) to view these files.

Willowbrook Sports Complex

Texas Tornados

Spike Sport

Houston Juniors

All KVA Club Division teams will be Texas Only Travel teams this season. Each team will play in at least ONE out of town tournament, but will not travel out of state.

If you are offered a position with KVA, a deposit of $500 is due upon your acceptance. This deposit needs to be postmarked by Wednesday, July 16th, so that we will have time to hold callbacks the following weekend. No other fees will be due until Oct 1st. We have a payment plan for your convenience.

KVA Club Division Texas Team
Payment Schedule
Deposit due upon acceptance ~ $500
Oct 1st ~ $250
Nov 1st~ $200
Dec 1st~ $200
Jan 1st ~ $200
Feb 1st ~ $200
Mar 1st ~ $200

Fee for the 2008-2009 Season ~ $1750

Any team that wins at the Tour of Texas Qualifier or the Texas Championship Series in January will incur an additional $100 fee to play in the remaining TOT or TCS series.

Please note: this year, all payments are due in our office on the payment date of the 1st. Any payments received after the 1st will be charged a $20 late fee.

Please make all checks payable to KVA and mail to the following address:

• Texas Select
• Reliant Center
• George R. Brown Convention Center
• Interactive Map from Dallas DoubleTree to Dallas Convention Center
• Austin Juniors Facility
• Texas Select Facility
• Cy Woods
• Spike Sport
• Willowbrook Sports
• Texas Tornados
• Houston Juniors