Delta Region Volleyball

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.

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!

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!

CAMERON HUMPHRIES First Rising Star recipient from Coqui Volleyball 14s
EMMA COBB Rising Star from Twin Lake Juniors 14s
KOLBEE HULSEY Rising Star from Jackson Juniors 16s
ANNA BESTA Rising Star from Memphis Volleyball Academy 16 Pink
PEYTON TOWNSEND Rising Star from 501 Volley 16 Purple
KAYSON McCAIN Rising Star from Arkansas Slam 11 Orange
MARIA WAITE Rising Star from Chaos 15 Ashlie
LEXI PENDLETON Rising Star from Memphis Juniors 15s
MEGAN BOHANNAN Rising Star from Elite Volleyball Academy 12 Regional
PETREA CHASTAIN Rising Star from Memphis Juniors 132
MAKAYLA MILLIGAN Rising Star from American Fury 131
MACIE GRAMS Rising Star from Fort Smith Juniors 15 National
KAITLYN LITTLEFIELD Rising Star from Club Net 13 Regional Plus
KATE TINDALL Rising Star from Club Net 13 Regional Plus
EDEN WHITE Rising Star from Arkansas Slam 14s
KENZIE SLAKANS Rising Star from Viper 12 Elite
BRYLIE WHITTEN Rising Star from Premier 13s
KENNEDI CATRON Rising Star from Memphis Metro 15 Elite White Team
ADISON HALBERT Rising Star from Little Rock Juniors 132
ABBY HARDESTER Rising Star Abby Hardester from Chaos 15David
BROOKE BANKSTON Rising Star Brooke Bankston from Coqui 14s
MIRIAM HOERMAN Rising Star Miriam Hoerman from Coqui 14s
JAYDEN GARRETT Rising Star Jayden Garrett from Southside Sting 16s
ZOE McMULLEN Rising Star Zoe McMullen from Memphis Juniors 13 Limited Travel
FAITH WALLACE~ANNA WOOD~LIZA WALTERS All three athletes are Rising Stars from Little Rock Juniors 142
JADE PERRYMAN~ ELLA SHELBY~ AJ McDONALD All three athletes are Rising Stars from Fort Smith Juniors 11-1
MAGGIE DAMPIER Rising Star Maggie Dampier from Spa City 12s
ELLA APREA Rising Star Ella Aprea from Club Net 13 National
CHELSEA WILSON Rising Star Chelsea Wilson from Chaos 16 Molly

WINNER OF CONWAY CLASSIC DRAWING

EMILY FREEMAN

Congrats to Emily Freeman of Ozark Juniors Volleyball Club for winning a really special Delta Region chair. You can tell from her picture she was excited-as she should be--there were over hundred sign up for the drawing.

Keep on the lookout for the Delta Region Booth at the Volley in the Rock Tournament on March 16 for your chance to cool stuff!

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).

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.

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!