Pinnacle Volleyball Academy
Located in Bucks County, PA
~Elevate your game to the next level~
U17 & U18 Information for 2022-2023 Season
We are thrilled to announce that we will again be offering a U-17 club opportunity to local players looking to prepare for the higher levels of High School and playing collegiately. Depending on interest, we would also consider doing a combined 17s/18s team for those High School seniors attempting to play in college, since both levels are varsity/college level of play.
Please see the open gym and tryout information below for more details on the dates and times! Club Prep clinics registration and information can be found on the "Registration Page"
To register for one of the limited spots at open gyms and tryouts, please register on the registration page of the website AND get a KRVA tryout membership
Due to COVID-19, we will only be accepting online registrations.
Space is limited for all sessions and times are subject to change due to heavy demand. Don't miss out and register today!
LOCATION: Hatboro Hoops- 1250 Easton Road, Hatboro
U-17s:
head Coach- Caitlin Saalfrank
Asst. Coach-John Dougherty
Asst. coach- Mike Saalfrank
free Open Gyms:
(max 30 Players, waivers & USAV Tryout membership required)
October 30th- 500 pm-630 pm
November 6th- 500 pm-630 pm
(*Open GYms at hatboro hoops- 1250 Easton Road, Hatboro)
TRYOUTS ($25 fee):
November 13th-630-830 pm
(Tryouts at Hatboro Hoops)
Call Backs: Added as needed
U-17 Club Package details:
Estimated Cost Next Season: $2,100
(not including Apparrel- Approx. $140)
(Subject to Change based on schedule adjustments)
Projected Tournament Schedule
-4-5 Single Days
-5-6 Multi-Days
The Team will play a challenging tournament schedule aimed at combining winning with being challenged every tournament weekend to get better. We will attend high level Multi-Day tournament schedule aimed at gaining player exposure for players with the goal of playing in college in the future and preparing players for High School varsity level volleyball next year.
Potential Multi-Day Tournaments include (Subject to Change Based on dates and schedule flexibility):
-
MLK Kickoff Classic (Manheim, PA): January 14-16, 2023 (*Hotels not included in club fees)
-
Prez Day Classic (Oaks, PA): Feb 18-19 (*Hotel not required)
-
KRVA Lucky Charm Classic Bid Tournament (Harrisburg, PA): Mar 11-12 (*Hotels not included in club fees)
-
West Chester Beetle Bash (West Chester, PA): Mar 18-19 (*Hotel not required)
-
Northeast Qualifier (Philadelphia, PA 3 Days) - Apr 7-9 (Easter Weekend) (*Hotel not required)
-
PA State Championship Super Regional (York, PA/TBD)- May 20-21 (*Hotels not included in club fees)
*AAU Nationals (if no bid won) or USA Volleyball Nationals (if Bid is won) - tentative based on team interest
Practices and Clinics:
-2 Practices Per Week, (3.5 hours)
-1 Hour Tech Clinic Per Week with Coach Brandon
-Optional Physical Training with Redline Athletics
With the Team playing a challenging schedule, practices and training will be the key to a successful season. With the great core group of coaches, Pinnacle VBA players will learn from several high level coaches throughout the season.
-
Two team practices per week (3.5 hours- schedule to be determined)
-
Additional required team Tech clinic with Coach Brandon (1.25 hours per week)
-
Additional voluntary paid agility/ball control training with coach Brandon available
-
Athletic Training memberships available through Redline Athletics but not required or included in club fees
Jerseys & Apparel:
Pinnacle Volleyball Academy prides itself on providing a high quality and affordable experience for all of our players. We understand every family and player has different preferences and we value providing a customizable experience for your club season. Below are some details on how we handle club apparel:
-
Each player receives 2 Pinnacle VBA Jerseys, which are now paid separately from club fees directly to the vendor. Club fees have now been reduced to take account for this change.
-
Players will also be required to purchase 1 Long Sleeve and 1 Short Sleeve Pinnacle VBA Warm-Up/Shirts.
-
Each team also has its own Pinnacle VBA store that they can purchase additional apparel for players,
parents, and siblings, at their preference.
Store Items include:
A) Volleyball Bags
B) Sweatshirts/"Hoodies"
C) Pullovers/Quarter Zips
D) Additional options for Long and Short Sleeve T-shirts
E) Hats
Verify your Age Here!
