Girls Academy

Academy Club Level 

Our academy is for players of any age and skill level who are unable to commit to a full club season but are looking for club-level development. Academy players can attend all practices and camps within their age group, but will not participate in organized tournaments.

The Academy works within our own unique model, based on the Saguaros methodology used in lower categories and in the main club teams, with a proactive, collective, and creative style of play, and with an indispensable transmission of values: respect, humility, effort, ambition, and teamwork.

Academy players are considered full-fledged members of the club and must comply with all registration and uniform requirements.

There are no tryouts for an academy player; you can join at the official tryout for your age group.

Levels: 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18

Academy Fee Structure:

  • $1600 Base fee for Academy Players
  • Season commitment: November to July
  • $25 Registration Fee (non-refundable).
  • $400 November 2026 Start-up fee (non-refundable) is due upfront, which commits you to the club
  • $200 December 1st, 2026
  • $170 January 1st, 2027
  • $166 February 1st, -June 1st, 2027
  • $375. Academy can purchase team uniforms in case they want to fully join a team during the season.  
PAY CLUB FEES

Make sure to list your player’s name, date, and the service or item you are paying for.

For any questions regarding finances, contact.
Tracy Lopez: 623-341-7399
E-Mail: arizonasaguarosvolleyballclub@gmail.com

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Full Immersion into the Saguaro Culture

Learn the Arizona Saguaros Volleyball Club’s method and style of play firsthand, from experienced coaches.

From the moment you walk into our gym, you experience.

  • Full immersion in a professional volleyball environment.
  • A professional full-time staff.
  • Renowned training method and curriculum.
  • Competition in local club and national travel events provides the highest level of youth volleyball competition, training, and development in Arizona and beyond.
  • High-quality nutritional program geared toward improving strength, speed, and stamina for young athletes.
  • Learn about opportunities to be seen and evaluated by collegiate programs by attending college showcase events.

Coaching Staff

Coaches are locally and nationally recognized from the collegiate, professional, and international levels of competition. We are committed to the highest level of youth development, training, and coaching. Focused on elevating the athlete’s physical, mental, nutritional, academic, and spiritual development.

What Can I Expect?

  • High-intensity volleyball experience
  • Professional training and methodology
  • Professional speed, strength, and agility program
  • Dedicated to meeting you where you are, with a coaching philosophy that fits you.
  • One-on-one personal evaluation by coaching staff.

Your athlete will be immersed in the programs through a comprehensive educational part that encourages goal setting and vision.

Characteristics include:

1. Skill Level and Technique

  • Basic skills in progress: Can perform underhand and overhand serves, forearm passing (bumping), and simple setting, but with frequent faults such as touching the net, crossing the middle line, or poor ball control.
  • Inconsistent execution: Passing and setting accuracy are developing; they often rely on sending the ball back over the net without fully controlling it.
  • Limited offensive proficiency: Hitting and blocking are being learned, but attacks may lack power, control, and timing.

2. Game Understanding

  • Learning the rules: May not yet fully understand all rules or gameplay strategies.
  • Basic positioning: Can identify where to move for the ball, but positioning is often reactive rather than strategic.
  • Communication: May not consistently communicate with teammates about positioning or play calls.

3. Play Style and Mindset

  • Focus on learning: Prioritizes mastering skills over winning; coaches emphasize technique, movement patterns, and 3-contact play over score-based competition.
  • Fault-prone rallies: Rallies often end due to player errors rather than opponent attacks.
  • Confidence building: Still building confidence; may be more willing to try new techniques, but less consistent in execution.

4. Physical and Mental Traits

  • Developing coordination: Hand-eye coordination and footwork are improving but not yet refined.
  • Endurance and mobility: Working on basic strength, speed, and agility to support skill development.
  • Resilience: Learning to persevere through repeated attempts and mistakes.

5. Developmental Goals

  • Skill acquisition: Mastering passing, setting, hitting, and blocking without major faults.
  • Court awareness: Learning to anticipate the ball and move efficiently.
  • Team integration: Understanding their role in the team and contributing to plays.

In summary, an Academy volleyball player is learning the game, refining basic skills, and building the mental and physical foundation for future growth. They are still in the “learning the game” phase, with room to improve technique, consistency, and understanding of volleyball systems.