NICKEL CITY
VOLLEYBALL
TRYOUTS
Tryouts
We are currently planning tryouts for the 2026-2027 season. Registration details are expected to be available in mid to late October, with tryouts anticipated to take place in November and December.
For more information, refer to our FAQs below for answers to commonly asked questions. Join our mailing list to receive updates and be notified as soon as tryout information becomes available.
Teams and Roles
Travel Players/Teams
This season, we aim to field three travel teams, with 10-12 rostered players per team competing in tournaments.
Our planned age divisions are 14U, 16U, and 18U, generally structured as follows:
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18U Team: Primarily 17U and 18U eligible athletes
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16U Team: Primarily 15U and 16U eligible athletes
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14U Team: Athletes 14U eligible and younger
Nickel City Volleyball reserves the right to adjust team age divisions and roster composition based on the number, age, and skill level of tryout participants. Our goal is to create the most competitive teams possible while providing an appropriate developmental environment for every athlete. All team placements and age classifications will remain in accordance with current USAV and WEVA eligibility guidelines.
Practice Players/Teams
Practice Team athletes participate in structured training sessions designed to improve volleyball fundamentals, game knowledge, athletic development, and overall confidence on the court. We plan for up to two practice teams per season, each with a maximum of 16 players. Players are grouped according to skill level to ensure appropriate instruction, maximize individual development, and provide a positive and challenging learning environment throughout the season.
Practice Team athletes may also have the opportunity to participate in up to two local scrimmage events or tournaments during the season. Participation in these events is completely optional. Teams will only be registered for an event if sufficient player interest and availability are confirmed.
Our Practice Team program provides athletes with an opportunity to continue developing their skills, gain valuable court experience, and, if interested, prepare for future opportunities within Nickel City's Travel Team program.
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Note: players can be offered a role as a practice player on one of the travel teams. These players will train with the designated team throughout the season and contribute to a competitive practice environment but there is no tournament expectation or requirement.
Refer to the Roles and Fees and Teams pages for the most recent season's fees and schedules as reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
When are tryouts?
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Nickel City tryouts are typically held in mid-November or early-December, following the conclusion of the varsity high school post-season.
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The most current tryout information will be posted to the website as it is available.
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The Western Empire Volleyball Association (WEVA) is a not-for-profit organization and a regional member of USA Volleyball (USAV), the national sports governing body for volleyball. Its purpose is to develop and promote the sport of volleyball, through adult, junior, and youth programs.
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To participate in USAV programs (as a player, coach, manager, club or team rep, chaperone or administrator for any club or team) you must register as a member of USAV & WEVA. This registration provides you with coverage under the USAV Insurance Program during your participation in sanctioned tryouts, practices, clinics, and tournaments.
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Learn more about membership options here: WEVA/USAV
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USAV age definitions are determined by the age the player will be on June 30th during the active season.
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For USAV, the season eligibility runs from Sept 1st - Aug 31st. For the 2026 - 2027 season, a player's age division is based on how old they will be on June 30, 2027.
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Age divisions are enforced in sanctioned competitions and tournaments. Teams and players can enter into older age divisions but cannot compete in younger divisions. [ex. a 16u player/team can play in the 18u division, but an 18u player/team cannot participate in the 15u division].
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Yes! Players of all skill level are invited to tryout and join. Players with limited experience would be best suited for a practice player role on one of the practice teams.
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If you have a WEVA membership for the current season you can tryout with multiple clubs.
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NOTE: Regular/full season memberships expire on August 31st. If you have renewed your membership as of September 1st of the current year, or purchased a tryout membership, it is valid for any club tryout.
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Be prepared to provide proof of membership at your tryout.
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Yes! Attending tryouts will help us place you on a team that will best allow you to continue development of your skills.
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Email us: nickelcityvb@gmail.com
Tryout Requirements
Review the required items below to participate in the Nickel City Volleyball Tryouts!
If you have any questions or concerns about our program or the tryout requirements, check the links below for more information or email us with any additional questions.
REGISTER
for Tryouts
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All participants must be registered in advance to attend
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Complete the registration based desired player role
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This is a REQUIRED, annual membership for ALL players and staff
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Membership details and purchase links are available on our WEVA Page
*WEVA/USAV membership fees are separate from any Nickel City fees
Tryout
Fee
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All participants must pay a tryout fee to Nickel City Volleyball
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The fee can be prepaid with registration or on site when attending a tryout session
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Ensure the above items are complete to avoid delays or disqualify a player from participating in tryouts
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Attend the appropriate session date based on your age of eligibility
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Nickel City has a closed tryout policy: only participating players and coaching staff will be allowed in the gym during tryout sessions
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