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2026-2027 Pilot Team - No Tryout Needed topaz topaz 1/1 No Tryout Required! for Girls in or entering Middle School: Pilot Division Pilot Team Eligibility & Sign-Up Info Girls in the 14 & Under age division are welcome to join our Pilot Teams — no tryout required. Eligibility: Girls in Middle School How it works: Once registration is complete, your athlete is automatically placed on a Pilot Team. Season runs from December through early February. Practices: Sundays 6:15pm to 8:15pm (Winter Break, similar to schools) Location: United Sports in Downingtown, PA Tournament: Jan 30th Team capacity: We will accept a maximum of 24 athletes total (enough for two Pilot Teams). Important – Pilot Team Registration: The Driven Dragons Pilot Team is a separate AAU-only developmental program. It is not a KRVA/USA Volleyball team and does not compete in KRVA/USAV events. Registering for the Pilot Team is a commitment to the Pilot Team only. It is not an offer, acceptance, tryout result, or commitment to any Driven Dragons KRVA/USAV competitive team. Athletes on the Pilot Team may still register for and attend official tryouts for our Select and Regional KRVA/USAV teams during the KRVA-approved tryout windows. Making a KRVA team is not guaranteed. If your athlete later receives and the parent/guardian accepts an official written KRVA/USAV offer from Driven Dragons, the athlete must be released from the Pilot Team before being added to a Select or Regional roster. Pilot Team tuition is separate and is not refunded. Any additional KRVA/USAV team tuition is due under that team’s contract. All KRVA/USAV offers, acceptances, and roster assignments follow current Keystone Region rules, which may change each season. Spots are limited — register early to secure a place! Click here to register on Pilot Team Location is Downingtown, PA 🔥 Girls 12U thru 14U Club Season Opportunities We offer three clear pathways so every athlete can find the right fit for their goals and lifestyle. Select Division For athletes who want a higher level of competition, including national qualifiers and some out-of-state travel. Division: Select Team Sapphire (our top squad) Season: December through May (With option to go to Nationals in June) If interested, click the here ---> Tryout-only Regional Division For athletes who want strong training and competition while staying mostly local with a more flexible schedule and fewer tournaments. Division: Regional Teams: Ruby or Emerald Season: December through May If interested, click the here ---> Tryout-only Pilot Division A low-commitment way to try club volleyball. Perfect for athletes who want to dip their toes in without a full-season commitment. Division: Pilot 14U Team Topaz (ages 12 thru 14) No tryout required 2-month season (Dec thru end of Jan/early Feb) Practice once a week + one tournament if Interested, register here --> Pilot Team Registration While all three options help athletes grow their skills and confidence, they serve different goals. Select is designed for more serious athletes who want higher-level competition and travel. Regional sits in the middle—competitive training with a more balanced schedule. Pilot is a gentle introduction for athletes who are just starting to explore club volleyball. Choose the path that best matches your athlete’s goals and your family’s schedule. Please review our Club Packages Each package includes detailed Team Flyers with full information on team fees, schedules, and included benefits. Scroll to top of page to access registration.

Pilot Division (scroll below to register) Driven Dragons Club Season Pilot Division The Pilot Division is designed exclusively for new volleyball players or those new to club volleyball. It is open only to athletes in the 14 and under age divisions, meaning participants must be born on or after July 1, 2011. This team primarily consists of girls aged 12 to 14 (6th through 8th grade). Unlike our competitive teams, the Pilot Division requires no tryouts —athletes can simply register and be assigned to a team. The Pilot Teams offer a gentle introduction to the club season on a smaller scale, focusing on learning rather than intense competition. The season runs December thru end of January. Practices are held once a week for 2 hours, typically on late Thursday afternoons or Sunday evenings, with one tournament scheduled for late January. Then an end of season Hibachi Style Celebration. The club also observes a winter break, closing between Christmas and New Year’s. Tuition covers coaching fees, practice facility costs, and the tournament entry fee. However, it does not include the uniform fee, spectator fees for parents at the tournament (typically $10 per person), team-building event fees (usually 2 events per season, under $60 each), or the AAU membership fee ($30). Athletes who join a Pilot Team remain eligible to try out for our more competitive teams if interested. To be considered for these teams, they must register for tryouts separately. If selected for a competitive team, such as our Regional or National divisions, you’ll only need to pay the difference between the Pilot Team tuition and the higher-tier team tuition. Please note that we have a strict no-refund policy , so please commit only if you’re certain of participating for the full season. [Our System TeamSnap, does offer a tuition insurance option on checkout, which we highly recommend.] Many athletes have started in the Pilot Division and progressed to our competitive teams, including Amethyst and even Sapphire (Regional Division Teams)! The Pilot season is an affordable and welcoming way to explore club volleyball on a smaller scale. For those seeking greater challenges, we also offer Regional and National Divisions. The Regional Division is competitive, while the National Division represents our highest level, with opportunities to compete in prestigious national tournaments like AAU Nationals in Orlando, FL. To be considered for our competitive teams, register for tryouts below or to skip tryouts and sample a mini club season, click the Pilot Team registration . Pilot Team Skip Tryouts and Join a Team:

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Parent-Pledge I commit, Open PDF Pledge Our organization is committed to the principles of the Positive Coaching Alliance (PCA) . Therefore, we ask that you read, sign, and return this form to your child’s coach or any appropriate representative of our organization. In keeping with PCA’s ideal of the Double-Goal Coach® – who has a goal of winning and an even the more-important goal of teaching life lessons through sports – I will be a Second-Goal Parent® , focused on the goal of using sports to teach life lessons , while leaving the goal of winning to players and coaches. I will reinforce the “ELM Tree of Mastery” with my child (E for Effort, L for Learning, M for bouncing back from Mistakes). Because I understand that a mastery approach will help my child succeed in sports and in life, I will: • encourage my child to exert maximum Effort • help my child Learn through sports • urge my child to get past Mistakes by using a Mistake Ritual, such as a flushing motion, to trigger a reminder to flush the mistake and move on to the next play. I will use positive encouragement to fill the Emotional Tanks of my children, their teammates, and coaches. I understand that, like the gas tank of a car, a full Emotional Tank can take people most anywhere. I will set an example for my child by Honoring the Game and respecting ROOTS (Rules, Opponents, Officials, Teammates, and Self). If I disagree with an official’s call, I will Honor the Game and be silent. I will use a Self-Control Routine to avoid losing my composure if I grow frustrated. I will take a deep breath, turn away from the game to refocus, count backwards from 100, or use self-talk (“I need to be a role model. I can rise above this.”) I will refrain from negative comments about my child’s coach in my child’s presence so that I do not negatively influence my child’s motivation and overall experience. I will be as prompt as possible dropping my child off and picking my child up from practices and games. I will engage in No-Directions Cheering, limiting my comments during the game to encouraging my child and other players (from both teams).

14 Ruby Housing & Tournament Information For our Regional teams, tournaments are not "Stay and Play" events. This means hotel stays are entirely optional, and you are not required to book through any specific agency to participate. 🚗 Travel & Lodging Overview Flexibility: You are free to book your own accommodations (Hotels, AirBnB, etc.) or drive back and forth each day. Pro Tip: While we provide the tournament-affiliated hotel links below, you can often find better rates by booking independently. Commuting: If you choose to drive daily, please allow extra time for potential traffic or winter weather conditions to ensure athletes arrive on time. 🏆 Multi-Day & Long-Distance Tournaments The following events are the longest-distance tournaments on the Regional schedule. All other tournaments not listed here are single-day events located within approximately one hour of our practice facility. Tournament Dates Location Booking Link (Optional) MLK Challenge Jan 17–19 Manheim, PA View Hotels PA Kick Starter Feb 7–8 Spooky Nook Sports View Hotels Irish Rumble March 7–8 Spooky Nook Sports View Hotels Champions Cup March 28–29 Harrisburg Farm Show Complex View Hotels ❓ Frequently Asked Questions Do I have to stay overnight? No. Many families choose to commute, but hotels are available for those who prefer to stay closer to the venue. What about other tournaments? Any tournament not listed above is a single-day event within a short driving distance.

Strength & Conditioning Dear Parents and Athletes, At Driven Dragons Volleyball Academy, we’re committed to building athletes who dominate on the court and beyond. That’s why we’re proud to feature the Kinetic Program, offered by Kinetic Physical Therapy Group, as a core component of most of our Club Programs. This integrated Strength & Conditioning initiative is designed to make our athletes physically stronger, more enduring, and tougher than their opponents. Why Strength & Conditioning Matters In the high-intensity world of competitive volleyball, physical prowess is the foundation of success. The Kinetic Program empowers our athletes to: Build Superior Strength: Targeted exercises enhance muscle power, enabling harder hits, higher jumps, and stronger blocks. Boost Endurance: Conditioned athletes maintain peak performance throughout long matches, outlasting opponents in every set. Reduce Injury Risk: A stronger, more resilient body withstands the demands of the game, keeping athletes in top form. What We Offer Through the Kinetic Program, our athletes participate in expert-led, volleyball-specific training sessions throughout the club season. These dynamic, team-focused workouts include: Customized Strength Plans: Tailored exercises to improve explosive power and core stability for game-changing plays. Endurance Training: High-energy drills to sustain speed, agility, and stamina from the first serve to the final point. Professional Guidance: Kinetic Physical Therapy Group’s specialists provide hands-on coaching to ensure proper form and maximum results. Why Choose Driven Dragons? Our Strength & Conditioning Program, powered by the Kinetic Program, sets us apart by prioritizing the complete athlete—body, mind, and spirit. Integrated into most of our Club Programs, this initiative ensures our players are physically prepared to outmatch their rivals, delivering powerful serves, relentless defense, and unwavering energy. Parents, you’ll see your athlete’s confidence soar as they dominate the court, while athletes, you’ll feel unstoppable in every match. Join Us Today! Give your athlete the physical edge to excel. Enroll in Driven Dragons Volleyball Academy Club Programs, where the Kinetic Program’s Strength & Conditioning is built in to unleash their full potential.

Our Services 2026 - Fall Clinic (Girls entering 5th thru 8th Grade) Location : United Sports at 1426 Marshallton Thorndale Road, Downingtown, PA 19335 Participants : Discover the Joy of Volleyball! Our clinic welcomes girls new to the sport or looking to level up their skills. With two exciting levels—Beginner and Experienced—players can master the fundamentals or refine their game, all while having a blast! Join us for fun, growth, and teamwork on the court! [Only for girls entering 5th thru 8th grade] Fall Clinics When : Thursday Nights Sept 24th thru Oct 29th Time: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Total Cost: $ 190 Register Here

2026-2027 Club Season Open Gym & Tryouts 1/7 Girls 15U and Older Tryouts ( Girls in or entering High School) To Register for free open Gym, click on box below Thurs - Nov 5th, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm Location: United Sports in Downingtown, PA To Register for Tryout, click on box below Fri - Nov 6th, 7 pm to 9 pm Location: United Sports in Downingtown, PA 🔥 Girls 15U and Older Club Season Tryouts For Girls in or entering High School (Ages 15U & Over) : We provide pathways tailored to your athlete's ultimate goals. For our elite track, the National Division (Diamond) delivers a rigorous, highly selective, and super serious environment built for maximum collegiate exposure and intense multi-state competition. For athletes seeking high-level growth without the extreme travel pressure, our Regional Division (Sapphire) offers a competitive, driven training environment focused on sharp instincts and a growth mindset, while maintaining a balanced, family-friendly schedule. Choose Your Growth Journey: National Division : Exclusive, tryout-only teams for those aiming for the national spotlight. Team Diamond: Our elite squad. Season: December through June. Regional Division : Tryout-only, Powerhouse, competitive teams ranked by intensity. Squads: Sapphire, Ruby, and Emerald. Season: December through May. Please review our Club Packages Each package includes detailed Team Flyers with full information on team fees, schedules, and included benefits. Friendly Note: If you’re unable to attend the full tryout due to conflicts with other clubs, feel free to join us on any of our other scheduled dates. You can also email info@DrivenDragonsVBA.com to arrange a makeup session. Scroll to top of page to access registration.

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🏐 15 Diamond Tournament Travel & Housing Guide To ensure our teams are compliant and officially accepted into all events, please review the booking requirements for the upcoming season. We have categorized these into Non-Stay to Play (flexible) and Stay to Play (mandatory) events. 🟢 Non-Stay to Play Tournaments You are not required to book a hotel to participate. You may use the provided links, book on your own (Airbnb, etc.), or commute from home (Except our Florida Tournament, you must travel, but pick any hotel, Airbnb). Tournament Dates Location Booking Link MLK Challenge Jan 17–19 Manheim PA View Hotels PA Kick Starter Feb 7–8 Spooky Nook Sports View Hotels Irish Rumble Mar 7–8 Spooky Nook Sports View Hotels AAU Junior Nationals June 28 – July 1 Orlando, FL No link; self-book ⚠️ AAU Nationals Note: Please plan to arrive by June 27 and depart no earlier than July 2. Athletes must be present for the entire event to prevent team disqualification. 🔵 Stay to Play Tournaments These tournaments require families to book through official links to maintain our team's eligibility. 🏖 Beachfest (Ocean City, MD) Tournament Dates: April 25–26 (Required Arrival: April 24) Booking Link: Book Beachfest Here Action Required: Families should book as soon as possible to ensure we reach full compliance for acceptance. 🏨 Kalahari (Pocono Manor, PA) Tournament Dates: May 23–25 (Required Arrival: May 22) Booking Link: Book Kalahari Here Status: ✔️ Team is officially accepted. Action Required: Families must still book individually through the link to secure rooms before the block fills up. 🛑 Important Checkout Policy For all multi-day tournaments, athletes may not leave the venue until all team duties (including officiating/work assignments) are finished on the final day. Please plan your travel accordingly.

Boys Volleyball Boys 14 and Younger Open Gym & Tryouts (Born July 2011 or later) Tryouts: July 20th (7-8:30 PM) - at Unites Sports in Downingtown, PA Once registered for tryouts, your athlete is invited to our Free Open Gym : Sunday, July 13th (7-8:30 PM) Register Clicking "Register Here" opens the TeamSnap app to complete your registration and adds your athlete to the roster.