What are the tournaments like?

The tournaments usually start at 8:00 am and can last until 4:00 pm. Players need to be at the playing site at least 45 minutes before they play. If you are the working team, players need to be there 30 minutes before the match starts. Coaches will let parents and players know what time to arrive. Most teams will play at least 4 matches per day during tournaments. Since we are a USAV club, most of our tournaments are hosted by Capitol Sports Center. Schedules and opponents are shared 3 days ahead of the tournament.

What if my daughter has to miss a practice?

The more the girls practice together, the more they will improve individually as well as a team. We do understand other commitments and family obligations, though. Any time a player needs to miss a practice, we ask that you make every effort to contact the coach ahead of time so that they may plan the practice effectively.  

How much are fees?

The cost per season varies depending on tournament entry fees and number teams each year. Fees are payable in installments if necessary. We also require a $80 non-refundable tryout fee, which is not applied to the season fees.

The fees for 2024-25 season will be $1490.00 per player. Payment in full is required by January unless alternative payment arrangements are made with Lisa Butcher, Club Director. Checks may be made to Pantera Volleyball Club, we also accept Venmo and cash (receipt will be given).

Is playing time guaranteed?

Game time in tournaments is not guaranteed. We do guarantee, however, that your player will be given equal opportunity at practice to develop the skills that will help her improve.

What does my money pay for?

For this club, the payments goes toward buying uniforms, backpacks, tournament entry fees, gym rental fees and coaches fees. We usually have at least one overnight tournament that will require a hotel stay, which club fees do not cover.

Just how much will my daughter improve? 

Each player will develop their volleyball skills based on several things:

1.      Their ability to adjust and change.

2.      How well they listen and follow directions.

3.      How hard they work to improve.

4.      Their commitment to a healthy lifestyle, on and off the court.

5.      The amount of practices they consistently attend along with the number of tournaments they compete in. 

Tournament Protocols

Admission and Spectators

All spectators entering the facility will have to pay to get in.

Some location will not have enough seating so please bring a lawn chair.

Players will be expected to arrive 45 minutes before there first game.

If your teams referees the first game then they should arrive 30 minutes be game time.

All players must stay on site until released by there coach

Tournament structure:

Pool play in most circumstances will be 3-4 team pools. Teams will play each other then there will be what is usually called playoffs.  Each team will be reassigned in playoff pools. Example if your team is 3-0 you will play other teams in your age division that also went 3-0. This will be 1-2 more matches .

Each team will be responsible for providing 2 lines, scorebook person, a scoreboard person and a libero tracker. When it is time for them to officiate. We will teach the players these responsibilities.

Tie-breakers will be eliminated, except in the case that a 3 way tie can NOT be broken by head to head, sets, OR points.

For waves starting after the initial 8 AM wave, teams will not be allowed in more than 30 minutes early.