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AJV Future FAQ

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AJV Future FAQ

AJV Future is a satellite program of Austin Junior Volleyball, officially sanctioned through the Lone Star Region and USA Volleyball.  Designed for girls ages 11-15, AJV Future offers athletes the opportunity to train in their local communities at neighborhood facilities while competing in the sport of volleyball at a select level.  Unlike recreational league volleyball which allows anyone to join and participate socially-- AJV Future is a competitive program.  Athletes must attend a scheduled tryout and be selected for a team based on their skill, athletic ability, and potential.

This program is an excellent fit for multi-sport athletes who are interested in playing club volleyball with a more flexible and localized approach.  AJV Future is grounded in the belief that access to competitive volleyball should be based on a player's ability and commitment not their financial situation.  Our goal is to make club volleyball accessible and impactful for more families and communities.

AJV Pathway to Club Volleyball

AJV Futures Program

  • Locations: Manor, LBJ High School, and Williamson County

  • Schedule: Practices twice a week, starting after Thanksgiving and ending the last week of March

  • Tournaments: 1-2 USAV tournaments per month in Central Texas

  • Coaching: 1 coach per team

  • Overview: A satellite discount program for athletes ages 15 and younger. Ideal for families receiving government/state assistance.

AJV Lite

  • Locations: Central and North

  • Schedule: Practices twice a week, starting after Thanksgiving and ending the last week of March

  • Tournaments: 1-2 USAV tournaments per month in Central Texas

  • Coaching: 1-2 coaches per team

  • Overview: Designed for athletes who want to experience club volleyball without the intense demands of a full season.

Austin Junior Volleyball (AJV)

  • Schedule: Practices twice a week, competing regionally and nationally

  • Coaching: 2 coaches per team

Team Levels

  • 11-14 Navy/CP: Regional teams with a mix of talent, competing in events within Texas

  • 15-16 Navy/CP: Travel teams with 1-2 out-of-state qualifiers 

  • adidas/Molten/Helix: National travel teams competing in 1-3 out-of-state qualifiers/national events, plus GJNC or AAUs (2-3 coaches per team)

Tryouts

AJV Future requires all players to tryout within their predetermined age groups.  In some cases, athletes may be allowed to play up based on their school grade, but only at the discretion of AJV Future. If you are unsure about your correct age group, please register based on your birthdate and contact Veronica Lee at ajvfuture@austinjuniors.com for further guidance. 

Age Classification for the 2025-2026 Season

16 and Under Division: Players who were born on or after July 1, 2009

15 and Under Division: Players who were born on or after July 1, 2010

14 and Under Division: Players who were born on or after July 1, 2011

13 and Under Division: Players who were born on or after July 1, 2012

12 and Under Division: Players who were born on or after July 1, 2013

11 and Under Division: Players who were born on or after July 1, 2014

 

The tryout fee is $30 which covers court time, evaluations and a tryout shirt. After the early registration period ends- one month before the first day of tryouts- the fee increases to $60

Please note: Tryout registration fees are non-refundable and cannot be credited toward future registrations.  If you do not attend tryouts or choose to stay with another club after trying out, your registration fee will be forfeited. 

 

See our tryout dates on the Tryouts Page.

We hold our tryouts in the summer, with sessions taking place in July and August. 

If spots remain available, we will offer supplemental tryouts at the beginning of the fall.

Wilco stands for Williamson County.  Practices will be held inside the county limits.

Visit our Tryouts Page to view dates and times for your age group. Tryouts registration remains open until the day of the event.  We accept walk-ins; however, we cannot guarantee that a tryout shirt in your size will be available.  

If the tryout dates have passed, there may still be opportunities to join a team.  Occasionally, we have open roster spots to fill.  You can check for available spots and register for a supplemental tryout on the Tryouts Page

Please contact Veronica Lee at ajvfuture@austinjuniors.com if the tryout date has passed and you are interested in playing for one of our Future teams.

 

If you are unable to attend your designated tryout date, you can still be considered for a team. However, please note that missing your schedule tryout may limit your opportunity to compete against others in your age group and to be evaluated by all AJV staff. 

If you know you will miss your tryout date, you must email Veronica Lee  at ajvfuture@austinjuniors.com to discuss potential makeup options. 

Teams typically consist of 9-12 players.  The final roster size is determined by several factors, including (but not limited to) the age group, overall talent level, and the positional needs of each team. 

Shortly after the conclusion of tryouts for your age group, you will receive an email from AJV Future  with team placement information and an invitation to accept your spot.  To secure your place, you must accept the offer and pay the deposit by the deadline listed in the email.  If you  do not respond in time, your spot may be offered to another athlete. 

If you are named an alternate, you will receive a separate email with that information.

Please note that the timing of these emails may vary due to several factors, but we will do our best to communicate with all families in a timely manner.  

Once you are placed on a team, you will receive an email with an invitation to accept your spot. To secure your place, you must complete the registration and submit the non-refundable first payment. 

Please note: Credits cannot be applied toward this first payments.

The remaining balance of your club dues will be divided into monthly payments. Once you accept a spot on a team, the full balance becomes non-refundable, regardless of circumstances. 

Athletes should arrive in appropriate volleyball attire and bring a refillable water bottle to stay hydrated throughout tryouts.  

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Parents are welcome to assist their athlete with check-in; however, we ask that only athletes remain inside the building during the tryout process.   

In certain situations, an AJV staff member may need to discuss options for your athlete.  Please ensure you are available by phone during tryouts so these conversations do not delay the process.  

We understand that tryouts can be a stressful time for both athletes and families. Our goal is to make the experience as positive, supportive, and educational as possible.  

Payments

 

TBD for the 2025-2026 season...

 

You can view the 2024-2025 Club fees below..

These fees cover:

  • Gym Rental
  • Equipment
  • USAV Registration
  • Tournament entry fees
  • Coaches' salaries
  • Administrative and printing costs 

 

AGE DEPOSIT PAYMENTS TOTAL
12U-16U $400 $249 (Oct., Nov., Dec., Jan., Feb., $250 for March ) $1,895
11U-15U Free & Reduced Lunch Program - subject to income verification $200 $119 (Oct., Nov., Dec., Jan., Feb) $795
       

 

Fees do not include: uniforms, practice gear, airfare, hotels, food, any ground transportation to and from practice sessions and out-of-town tournaments, or shopping. Hotels for teams will not be included in your club fees.

A non-refundable first payment of $400 ($200) is due immediately following tryouts for those selected to a 11s through 18s team.

**Credits may not be used toward the initial payment**

The remaining balance will spread out in monthly installments. Once accepting a spot on a team, the full balance becomes non-refundable, and any unpaid amount will be due in the event of a breach of contract

Our program would not exist without donations and grants.  We have donation paperwork available for businesses that you visit often.  Matching donation programs at work and direct donations to the program are appreciated and welcomed. 

At Austin Junior Volleyball, we believes that athletes should participate based on their ability to play, not their ability to pay.

If the cost of club volleyball may be a barrier for your daughter or son, please visit the  Financial Assistance section of our website to learn more about available support options, once you accept a spot with Austin Junior Volleyball.

The Season

Practice schedules for the 2024-2025 season can be found below to be used as reference.  The 2025- 2026 Tentative Practice schedule TBD. 

AJV Future teams will practice twice per week. Practice schedules:

AJV Future teams will practice at gyms in the neighborhoods they serve. 

ASC Cedar Park
1420 Toro Grande Blvd, Cedar Park TX 78613

LBJ High School

7309 Lazy Creek Dr, Austin, TX 78724

At Austin Junior Volleyball, we encourage multi-sport athletes and believe it contributes to becoming a more well-rounded player.  However, it's your responsibility to communicate any scheduling conflicts with your coach.  We recommend giving at least two weeks' notice for missed practices and a minimum of one month's notice for missed tournaments whenever possible. 

If you're unable to attend a practice, please notify your coach as far in advance as possible.  Communication is key and helps with planning team sessions effectively.  

 

2025-2026 Tournament Schedule TBD

1-2 USAV tournaments per month in Central Texas and will end their season in March or beginning of April at a local tournament. 

 

Please refer to the 2024- 2025 tournament schedule for a general idea of schedule expectations. 

Tentative Tournament Schedule