YMCA Hitters Volleyball Team
Founded in 2010, YMCA Hitters Volleyball is rooted in the Y’s mission to strengthen community through youth development and teamwork. We believe every athlete deserves a supportive environment where they can grow in confidence, build lasting friendships, and discover their potential on and off the court. Our practices emphasize skill-building, character development, and trust between teammates, coaches, and the broader YMCA family. Together, we rise.
🏐 YMCA Hitters Volleyball Club Achievements Celebrating Youth Development, Healthy Competition, and Community Impact
2020 – Amid a challenging year, our program remained resilient. Across 18U, 15U, 14U, and 13U, YMCA Hitters teams secured 12 match wins.
2021 – With growth and grit, our 18U, 16U, and 14U teams earned 23 match victories, reflecting the Y’s mission to nurture potential and foster belonging.
2022 – A banner year for development and teamwork: 33 match wins across 18U, 17U, 16U, and 14U. 2023 – Our club continued to thrive with 33 match wins across 18U, 17U, 15U, and 12U, and our 17U Elite team earned Silver Bracket honors at the MJVBA State Championship Club Division.
2024 – Our most successful season yet: YMCA Hitters teams across 18U, 16U, and 14U achieved 38 match victories, reinforcing our commitment to youth development and community excellence through volleyball.
2025 – The 2025 season showcased meaningful growth and resilience across the YMCA Hitters program. Our 10U Select team went 6–0 to win the HVVC Championship, 14U Premier Blue earned Bronze at MSF, 14U Premier Black finished 5–0 to claim the HVVC Gold Bracket title, and 12U Select secured a strong second‑place finish in the MLK Classic Gold Division.
Program Fees include:
AAU membership, insurance, warmup, JVA fees, MJVBA fees, equipment, tournament costs, coaching staff and practice facilities (if necessary)
Athletes are responsible for buying their full uniform, shoes, knee pads, socks
2026-2027 Try Outs
Location:
Frank & Shirley Dick YMCA
Registration Information
All players must be registered at least one day prior to tryouts.
Note: All 10U players who attend tryouts will be placed on Select (House) Teams.
AAU Age Guidelines
| Division | Birth Date Requirement |
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| 10U | Born on or after July 1, 2016 |
| 12U | Born on or after July 1, 2014 |
| 14U | Born on or after July 1, 2012 |
| 16U | Born on or after July 1, 2010 |
| 18U | Born on or after July 1, 2008 |
Tryout Dates
Saturday, July 25, 2026
10U & 12U
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
14U
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Sunday, July 26, 2026
16U
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
18U
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Make-Up Tryouts
Saturday, August 8, 2026
All Teams
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Tryout Fees
Y Family Members: $20
Non-Members / Youth Members: $30
Elite Teams (14U, 16U, 18U)
Elite Teams are highly competitive and should anticipate:
🏐 Two-hour practice sessions, 2 days per week
🎟️ AAU membership
🏆 Participation in Total of 10 tournaments – One and/or Two day combinations
📅 Possible – Navy Pier Asics Junior National Championships
🗓️ Season: Mid November 2026- Late May 2027
💳 Fees: $2000 Y Family/Grandparent/Two Person Member
$2500 Youth/Non-Member
Payment Options: Pay in full at registration or pay a $400 deposit and enroll in 5 monthly automatic payments on Nov 1, Dec 1, Jan 1, Feb 1, Mar 1
$320 per month Y Family/Grandparent/Two Person Member
$420 per month Youth/Non-Member
Registration Information ($400.00 One time registration fee)
Available Sessions
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11/01/26 - 11/30/26
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Registration will open on 09/01/2026 |
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12/01/26 - 12/31/26
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Registration will open on 09/01/2026 |
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01/01/27 - 01/31/27
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Registration will open on 09/01/2026 |
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02/01/27 - 02/28/27
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Registration will open on 09/01/2026 |
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03/01/27 - 03/31/27
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Registration will open on 09/01/2026 |
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04/01/27 - 04/30/27
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$0 |
Registration will open on 09/01/2026 |
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05/01/27 - 05/31/27
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$0 |
Registration will open on 09/01/2026 |
Premier Teams (12U, 14U, 16U, 18U)
Premier Teams are highly competitive and should anticipate:
🏋️♂️ 2 – 1.5 to 2 hour practice days per week
🏅 AAU membership required
🌊 6 one day tournaments and 2 additional two day tournaments
🗓️ Season: Mid November 2026 to Mid May 2027
💳 Fees: $1650 Y Family/Grandparent/Two Person Member
$2150 Youth/Non-Member
Payment Options: Pay in full at registration or pay a $400 deposit and enroll in 5 monthly automatic payments on Nov 1, Dec 1, Jan 1, Feb 1, March 1
$250 per month Y Family/Grandparent/Two Person Member
$350 per month Youth/Non-Member
Registration Information ($400.00 One time registration fee)
Available Sessions
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11/01/26 - 11/30/26
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Registration will open on 09/01/2026 |
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12/01/26 - 12/31/26
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Registration will open on 09/01/2026 |
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01/01/27 - 01/31/27
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Registration will open on 09/01/2026 |
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02/01/27 - 02/28/27
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Registration will open on 09/01/2026 |
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03/01/27 - 03/31/27
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Registration will open on 09/01/2026 |
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04/01/27 - 04/30/27
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$0 |
Registration will open on 09/01/2026 |
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05/01/27 - 05/31/27
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$0 |
Registration will open on 09/01/2026 |
Select Teams (10U, 12U, 14U)
Select Teams will play for 10 weeks – the perfect environment for building fundamentals, enhancing skills, and developing as a player with a focus on advancing into competitive play.
👉 Select Teams Sessions:
Winter Session ❄️ Dec 7-Feb 27
- Spring Session 🌸 Feb 28-May 3
Each session includes 2 competitive tournaments to put your skills to the test!
🕒 Practice: 2 -1 hour to 1.5 hour practices per week
💰 Fees: $550 Y Family/Grandparent/Two Person Member
$700 Youth/Non-Member
Registration Information
Available Sessions
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12/07/26 - 02/27/27
Winter
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Registration will open on 09/01/2026 |
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02/28/27 - 05/02/27
Spring
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Registration will open on 09/01/2026 |