Minnetonka Community Education

Junior Olympic (JO) volleyball is a nationwide, competitive volleyball program for players who want to take their game to the next level. Individualized development of fundamental skills as well as court movements, position skills and team offensive and defensive systems in a safe and fun environment; led by Head MHS Volleyball Coach Karl Katzenberger and his staff.SEASON INFORMATIONAge 12 - 14 - (players qualify for this age group if they were born on or before Sept. 1, 2007)*Players younger than 12 years old can try out to make the 12s teamSeason: December through AprilPractice: Twice per weekTournaments: 5 local power league dates, North Country Region Tournament and the regional Presidents Day FestivalAge 12 Fee: $650 (payment plans are available)Ages 13 & 14: $850 (payment plans are available)Tryouts for ages 12-14 will be held on Sunday, October 6 at Minnetonka Middle School West.The Tryout fee is $5 online and $10 at the door.

Program Details: Program runs October through May. Teams practice 3 times a week (either Sundays 4-6 pm at MME, Mondays 7-9 at MHS, Tuesdays 7-9 at MHS or Thursdays 7-9 pm at MHS), strength & cardio training 2 times a week. Teams compete in 6 Molten Cup Series, 6 local events & 3 out-of-town tournaments. Travel tournaments may include: Rochester (MN), Milwaukee, Wisconsin Dells. Player Fee: $3,899 ($1,200 due at tryouts & $450 due the 1st of each month Dec.-May*) Includes: uniform (2 Nike Jerseys, 2 Nike Shorts, Nike warm-ups, Nike volleyball socks, Nike volleyball shoes, Nike Dri-fit practice shirts, Nike Elite backpack), coaching, strength & cardio training, tournament entry fees, lodging for out-of-town tournaments. Fee does not include transportation to tournaments, meals at tournaments or additional tournaments). *Alternative payment plans are available, please inquire before tryouts.

Volleyball skills are taught through drills and exercises that focus on passing, setting, hitting, and serving. Sessions will include short court and 2 vs. 2 court games. No experience or equipment is necessary.This program is instructed by Stephen McCarthy of the McCarthy Project. Since 2001, Stephen has researched and developed innovative training, skill development and techniques specific to sport and is USAV and BCAP certified coach.