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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
2015 – In our 6th season of empowering young athletes, YMCA Hitters teams brought home 23 gold bracket tournament victories, with our 12U team crowned MJVBA State Champions.
2019 – Our 14U Elite team exemplified the Y’s commitment to excellence, winning their age division in the Mizuno Lake Erie Power League and finishing as MJVBA State Club Division Runner-Ups.
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.
2025-2026 Try Outs
Tryout Dates
Try Outs for Hitters 2025 – 2026 Season will be held at Frank and Shirley Dick YMCA. All 10U players who try out will be placed in Select (House Teams). All players must be registered at least 1 day prior to try out.
AAU uses the following age guidelines:
10U – Born on or after July 1st, 2015
12U – Born on or after July 1st, 2013
14U – Born on or after July 1st, 2011
16U – Born on or after July 1st, 2009
18U – Born on or after July 1st, 2006
Tryout Fees
$20.00 for Y Family Members
$30.00 for Non Members/Youth Members
Tryout Dates
10U & 12U
Saturday, September 20
10 am – 12 pm
14U
Saturday, September 20
1 pm – 3 pm
16U
Sunday, Sept 21
11 am- 1 pm
18U
Born on or after July 1, 2006.
Sunday, Sept 21
2 pm – 4 pm
Make-Up Tryouts
All teams
Sunday, September 28
11 am – 1 pm
MHSAA Athletes Make-up Tryouts
Saturday, November 8
1:30 pm – 4 pm
Registration Information
Available Sessions
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09/20/25 - 11/08/25
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51 Registered. More Available |
Register Closes 11/07/2025 |
Elite Teams (14U, 16U, 18U)
Premier Teams are highly competitive and should anticipate:
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🏐 Two-hour practice sessions, 2 days per week
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🎟️ AAU membership
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🏆 Participation in 3–4 Michigan Elite one-day tournaments
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📅 A minimum of 5 additional one- or two-day tournaments
🗓️ Season: Mid November- Mid June
💳 Fees: $1450 Y Family/Grandparent/Two Person Member
$1650 Youth/Non-Member
Payment Options: Pay in full at registration or pay a $400 deposit and enroll in 5 monthly automatic payments on Dec 1, Jan 1, Feb 1, Mar 1, Apr 1
$210 per month Y Family/Grandparent/Two Person Member
$250 per month Youth/Non-Member
Registration Information ($400.00 One time registration fee)
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | Special Rate | ||
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11/01/25 - 11/30/25
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0 Registered. More Available | $0 | Register | |
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12/01/25 - 12/31/25
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0 Registered. More Available | Register | ||
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01/01/26 - 01/31/26
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0 Registered. More Available | Register | ||
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02/01/26 - 02/28/26
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0 Registered. More Available | Register | ||
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03/01/26 - 03/31/26
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0 Registered. More Available | Register | ||
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04/01/26 - 04/30/26
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0 Registered. More Available | Register | ||
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05/01/26 - 05/31/26
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0 Registered. More Available | $0 | Register | |
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06/01/26 - 06/30/26
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0 Registered. More Available | $0 | Register |
Premier Teams (12U, 14U, 16U, 18U)
Elite Teams are highly competitive and should anticipate:
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🏋️♂️ 2 – two hour practice days per week
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🔥 Pre-season training – mandatory
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🏅 AAU membership required
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🌊 Lake Erie Power League – 4 dates
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🏐 Minimum of 6 additional 1- or 2-day tournaments
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🌟 Possible: Navy Pier Asics Junior National Championships
🗓️ Season: Late November- May
💳 Fees: $1200 Y Family/Grandparent/Two Person Member
$1400 Youth/Non-Member
Payment Options: Pay in full at registration or pay a $400 deposit and enroll in 5 monthly automatic payments on Dec 1, Jan 1, Feb 1, Mar 1, Apr 1
$160 per month Y Family/Grandparent/Two Person Member
$200 per month Youth/Non-Member
Registration Information ($400.00 One time registration fee)
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | Special Rate | ||
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11/01/25 - 11/30/25
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2 Registered. More Available | $0 | Register | |
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12/01/25 - 12/31/25
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2 Registered. More Available | Register | ||
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01/01/26 - 01/31/26
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2 Registered. More Available | Register | ||
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02/01/26 - 02/28/26
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2 Registered. More Available | Register | ||
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03/01/26 - 03/31/26
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2 Registered. More Available | Register | ||
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04/01/26 - 04/30/26
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2 Registered. More Available | Register | ||
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05/01/26 - 05/31/26
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2 Registered. More Available | $0 | Register |
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:
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Winter Session ❄️ Dec 7-Feb 22
- Spring Session 🌸 Feb 23-May 3
Each session includes 2 competitive tournaments to put your skills to the test!
🕒 Practice: 2 – 60 minute practices per week
💰 Fees: $350 Y Family/Grandparent/Two Person Member
$500 Youth/Non-Member