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The @FIVBVolleyball women's #VNL is getting exciting with two match days left. @TeamUSA is one of 5 teams already q… https://t.co/mVM7KUChPT
DELTA REGION VOLLEYBALL
The Delta Region Volleyball Association is one of the 40 Regional Governing Bodies in the United States for Volleyball. We work with USA Volleyball in implementing volleyballprogramming in our geographic area, which includes the states of Arkansas, northern Mississippi and the part of Tennessee west of the Tennessee River. The Delta Region operates as a non-profit and non-government supported organization and is organized and governed by an elected volunteer board of directors. Our mission is to promote, develop and expand volleyball opportunities for individuals within the region. Our goal is to provide support and resources for players, coaches, officials and club leadership to improve skills and enhance the enjoyment of the game within a safe, positive environment.
2019 DELTA REGION HIGH PERFORMANCE CAMP HELD JUNE 1-2 in BENTON, AR.
2019 Delta HP Camp Participants
The 16th annual Delta Region High Performance Camp was held in Benton, Arkansas over June 1-2, 2019. Over 40 coaches and 126 players attended the camp. Click Here for additional details.
USA VOLLEYBALL GEAR
USA Volleyball is excited to announce the launch of USAVolleyballShop.com, an online shopping experience for members and fans to purchase USA Volleyball branded gear and merchandise. T-shirts, hoodies, hats, jackets and more, including an Adidas line of USAV merchandise designed specifically for the shop. Check back often to this site as we will be adding additional merchandise throughout the season!
NINE SAND COURTS IN MURRAY PARK~LITTLE ROCK
Little Rock Nine Sand Courts
DELTA REGION BEACH BID QUALIFIER SET FOR THIS WEEKEND in LITTLE ROCK, AR
Thanks to 501 Volley and the Little Rock Parks & Recreation Department, the flooded sand courts at Murray State Park in Little Rock are back open and ready for the Delta Region Beach Qualifier this weekend; June 22-23rd.
For additional information and to register for the event go to www.501volley.com.
Murray State Park in Little Rock is now home for the largest number of sand courts in the Delta Region~hosting nine courts! This has been a long awaited process for the 501 Volley club as they have been working on getting additional courts in Little Rock for some time.
USAV Beach Junior National Bids will be awarded to the top 3 finishers in each age division for the Regional Division of the USA Junior Beach National Tournament. Age divisions are: 12, 14, 16, and 18 as well as a boys division.
The USA Junior National tournament will be held in Manhattan Beach, California.
July 18-20: 12s and 16s
July 21-23: 14s and 18s
DELTA REGION & AVCA TEAM UP
The American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) has teamed up with the Delta Region of USA Volleyball in order to provide our members with insights to navigate the recruiting process and tips to better the game.
About the AVCA
The mission of the AVCA is to advance the sport of volleyball with AVCA coaches at the epicenter of leadership, advocacy and professional development. With a membership of almost 7,000 and counting, the AVCA provides a professional network for those individuals and companies dedicated to enhancing and promoting the sport. The AVCA provides education to volleyball coaches, recognition of elite players and coaches, promotion of volleyball competitions throughout the world, and networking opportunities for volleyball products and services providers.
Each week the AVCA/Delta Region will be sharing "TIPS OF THE WEEK" from education tips to recruiting tips. Click Here to find the latest Tip of the Week.
CHECK OUT THE COLLEGE VOLLEYBALL PROGRAMS IN OUR AREA
Want to play college volleyball, but would like to stay close to home? CLICK HERE to check out colleges within the Delta Region footprint that have volleyball programs.
You could have the best of both worlds: 1.) get to leave home~but not too far away; 2.) get to play college volleyball. That's a win for you and your family!
2019 DELTA REGION BID QUALIFIER CHAMPIONS~ HEADED TO THE GIRL'S JUNIOR NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
Congratulations to the following teams that won a bid to the 2019 Girl's Junior National Championships during the Delta Region Qualifier held April 26-27 in Fort Smith, Arkansas. 13s: 1st Place~Ozark Juniors winner of National Bid~~13s: 2nd Place~AR Juniors Storm/Brookland winner of American Bid; 14s: 1st Place~Ozark Juniors winner of National Bid~~ 14s: 2nd Place~501 Volley 14N winner of American Bid; 15s: 1st Place~Ozark Juniors winner of National Bid~~15s: 2nd Place~Elite Volleyball Academy winner of American Bid; 16s: 1st Place~AR Juniors Storm winner of National Bid~~16s: 2nd Place~AR Jrs Storm NWA winner of American Bid; 17s: 1st Place~Ozark Juniors winner of National Bid~~17s: 2nd Place~501 Volley winner of American Bid Other qualified teams attending the GJNC are Ozark Juniors 18s (who were unopposed for the 18s Bid); Arkansas Juniors 151 winner of National Bid (at a National Qualifier); and Ozark Juniors 121 who were unopposed for the 12s National Bid. Good luck to all teams! Make us proud!
JUNIOR RISING STAR OFFICIALS
• Do you consider yourself one of the best Junior Officials in the Delta Region? • Do you actually look forward to your team’s work assignment at a tournament? • Maybe you would like to work as a paid official when you are old enough? You are exactly the athlete that the Delta Region wants to encourage and recognize! Just like outstanding volleyball players are recognized through the High Performance programs, we want deserving Junior Officials in the Delta Region to receive their own recognition. Through the Delta Region Rising Star Official’s Program, junior players who excel as a Referee, Scorer or Line Judge will be awarded the highest honor for a Junior official; RISING STAR OFFICIAL. Chosen by just a few key officials in the Delta Region, players who receive the honor will be awarded a special lanyard and badge court-side immediately following a match. Only individuals who display strong knowledge of the rules of the game and demonstrate good officiating techniques will be considered for such an honor. The goal of the Delta Region Rising Star Program is to encourage athletes that play the game today to want to become the Officials of Tomorrow!
SERVICE AWARD PRESENTED TO DELTA REGION REFEREE
At the National Referee Clinic held on Saturday January 5th in Jonesboro, Arkansas, the Delta Region was proud to present Bettye Francis with the Robert L. Lindsay Meritorious Service Award for the 2018 volleyball season. The award is presented to individuals who show outstanding participation, motivation and other services in the promotion of volleyball. Beginning her 14th year as an Official in the Delta Region, Betty resides in North Little Rock, Arkansas. Congrats Bettye~For a Well Deserved Honor!
WANT TO BECOME A PAID REFEREE
This link has everything you need to know about becoming a paid Professional Referee
2019 OFFICIAL'S GUIDEBOOK for PROFESSIONAL REFEREES
This guidebook has everything you need to know about becoming a paid Professional Referee and how to maneuver the online training site (with screen shots).
2019 JUNIOR CLUB OFFICIALS GUIDEBOOK
Coach said you have to complete your officiating certifications? Use this guidebook to help you maneuver the online training site (includes screen shots).
AGE WAIVER POLICY
Age Waivers may be granted to allow players to play with their classmates but not granted for developmental purposes. Age Waiver request can only be made by the Club Director.
2019 DELTA REGION MEMBER HANDBOOK
The information contained in this Handbook will assist you with your understanding of the Delta Region as a whole, as well as some of the specific requirements for players, coaches, etc.
Joe Williams
Delta Region Commissioner
Phone: 870-933-8110
Keith Hutchison
Referee Chair
Phone: 731-394-3861
Rachael Stringer
Score Chair
Phone: 904-699-8985
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#USAVwnt qualify for the @FIVBVolleyball #VNL #Final6 after sweeping host #Russia in what Karch Kiraly called a "be… https://t.co/U7c0G7WFxf
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Highlights from #USAVwnt victory over #Russia in @FIVBVolleyball #VNL action Tuesday. https://t.co/dI7oy9tWMm
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.@bartschy scored 16 pts vs #Russia in @FIVBVolleyball #VNL. Check out her higlights of the match. #BePartoftheGame https://t.co/nZPuQaxM1x
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#USAVwnt collected a 3-0 win over #Russia in @FIVBVolleyball #VNL action. Check out the #Top5 @teamusa plays of the… https://t.co/93H4MLSvx1
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#Qualified! #USAVwnt def. #Russia 25-123, 25-17, 25-18 in @FIVBVolleyball #VNL to qualify for VNL Finals. @teamusa… https://t.co/aPGOkB1zgd
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#USAVwnt wins Set 2 25-17 vs #Russia in @FIVBVolleyball #VNL to go up 2-0. @TeamUSA scored final 11 points of set o… https://t.co/7FoOaSZG6u
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#USAVwnt wins Set 1 25-23 vs #Russia in @FIVBVolleyball #VNL after trailing 17-12 and 23-21. Bartsch-Hackley leads… https://t.co/odvA7X7r3f
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#USAVwnt starters vs #Russia in @FIVBVolleyball #VNL: Bartsch-Hackley and Larson at outside hitter, Ogbogu and Wash… https://t.co/oxn1NexlYM
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Get fired up as #USAVwnt plays #Russia today at 10 a.m. ET in @FIVBVolleyball #VNL. @teamusa can earn its berth int… https://t.co/pA6UHASAuk
