| In addition, the participants
can watch the region's top players compete in Colorado
Professional Volleyball Association play during breaks in
action on the juniors' nets.
All entrants become members
of AVPNext, the grassroots division of the AVP Pro Beach
Volleyball Tour, making them a part of the fastest growing
outdoor volleyball organization in the country.
Chris Powers, who helps
direct the series and coaches high school volleyball, said
the tournaments offer a fun environment and teach the
athletes that doubles volleyball is definitely fun and
challenging and something they can enjoy long after they
finish their last high school or college match.
"In my experience as a
coach and player, I've found that some coaches are very
excited about their athletes playing doubles, while others
are a little apprehensive," Powers said. "I would
encourage those coaches that have never played competitive
doubles to talk to other coaches who have. The experience is
very valuable. Although a coach may not be around to make
sure every technique is executed perfectly, players get many
touches on the ball and improve in skill and volleyball
awareness.
"The SwitchVB Junior
Summer Series schedule includes tournaments at Arapahoe
County Community Park, Aurora Sports Park and Lakewood Park. The entry fee
is $40 per team, per tournament with a one-time fee of $10
for AVPNext membership.
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