It is so on: You’ve almost made it through your first month of the 2026 club tournament season. How do you feel?! Bruised, tired, beat up?! Perfect! That means you’re putting in the hard work!
If you’re new to tournaments, welcome! It can be a bit overwhelming at first, but I hope you’re settling in. If you ever need advice or have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out. I’m happy to provide support and guidance!
Pro Tip: There are A LOT of things to juggle right now! Set up a time each week to discuss tournament and travel plans, laundry days, snack packing times and when and where you need to be for tournaments. Athletes: this is your experience after all. Take the ownership and stay on top of it.
Upcoming Tournaments:
Feeling Overwhelmed? I get it!
Use your resource: ME! The recruiting process can be overwhelming, stressful, and let’s be honest, sometimes discouraging. That’s why I’m here to help. Please don’t hesitate to reach out via email or schedule a one-on-one meeting with me. This experience should be fun (yes, with plenty of hard work), but most of all, it should be exciting.
If you don’t see a time that works for you on my booking page, please reach out or check back! I’m always adding new times and days. Don’t forget, if you find this information useful, please share with your friends, teammates, and parents, and encourage them to subscribe!
Email: [email protected]
Prospect Camps Currently Open
Prospect camps are opportunities for athletes to learn and participate in programs that are actively recruiting athletes. These camps are typically hosted by programs with roster spots to fill. They are incredible opportunities for athletes who are within a year or two of graduation and are looking to secure their collegiate volleyball home.
Summer Camp Registrations Are Open!
Skills camps are great ways to not only get exposure, but also be coached by some of the most experienced coaches around. Even if the camp is offered at a school you’re not interested in, the volleyball community is small. A coach might be really impressed with the skill set you offer and might know of the perfect program for you!
My advice: attend as many skills camps as possible and register early. If you play multiple positions, I recommend choosing the one you’re weakest in and attending a camp focused on that position. As uncomfortable as it may be, you’re only as as strong as your weakest skill, and growth happens outside of your comfort zone.
Keep Inviting and Following Up With Coaches!
SAMPLE EMAIL
SUBJECT: Tournament Schedule – Invitation to Watch Me Play - Jill Taylor - OPPO - C/O 2028
Dear Coach [Last Name],
My name is [Your Name], and I am a [position] in the Class of [Graduation Year] from [High School / Club Team Name]. I am very interested in your volleyball program at [School Name] and wanted to invite you to watch me play at an upcoming tournament.
I will be competing at the [Tournament Name] on [dates] at [location]. My team, [Club Team Name], will be playing in the [division], and my jersey number is [#]. Our current schedule is listed below, and I would be happy to send any updates as they become available.
Thank you for your time and consideration. I would be honored if you were able to watch us compete, and I would love the opportunity to further discuss your program.
Best regards,
[Your Full Name]
[Graduation Year] | [Position]
[High School / Club Team Name]
[Phone Number]
[Email Address]
[Link to highlight video or recruiting profile, if available]