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2024-2025 season tryout dates and Times

January 29, 2024 - Dear A5 Family Members,   TRYOUTS DATES AND TIMES are HERE!  &nbs Read More >>

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25 Bids!

May 12, 2023 - What an un-bid-lievable few tournaments for A5! We have SECURED 8 bids to USAV NATIONALS at BSQ and had multiple teams make it to the finals/gold bracket! There were some big A5 moments throughout this tournament, and what an amazing place to celebrate - in our... Read More >>

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Pro-Team coming to Atlanta

March 13, 2023 - We are excited to share that we have signed superstar athlete Haleigh Washigton to our pro-league roster! Haleigh, who has been an instrumental advocate of LOVB since the very beginning, will join our ever-growing slate of remarkable talent like Kelsey Robinson... Read More >>

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Summer Camp Registration Open

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18S ARE QUALIFIED X3!!

March 10, 2023 - For the first time in A5’s history, all three of our 18’s teams qualified at their first qualifier! Might seem trivial but this is an extraordinary accomplishment for any club. We are humbled by this elite performance by these athletes and coaches.  ... Read More >>

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LET THE BIDS CONTINUE!

March 10, 2023 - A5 adds more bids to the count every chance we get! Competing at a high level and seeing our teams improving each and every tournament (girls and boys; indoors and outdoors) is electric to witness.  At Triple Crown, the most challenging regular season... Read More >>

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Lil Big South Parking

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A5 in the News

December 15, 2022 - Below you will find links to News Article in the press about A5: Dec 14, 2022 - Atlanta rap star Lil Baby surprises local No. 1 youth volleyball club Dec 10, 2022 - Volleyball Players of the Year: Buford Ashley Sturzoiu July 10, 2022 - Cobb players help Lead... Read More >>

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Sign Up for the Southern Showcase on November 26!

November 3, 2022 - Come and join A5 for the Southern Volleyball Showcase!  The A5 Southern Volleyball Showcase provides an opportunity for athletes graduating in 2023-2027 and Junior College/College Transfers to showcase their volleyball skills for college coaches from throughout... Read More >>

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GHSA Awards Piling Up!

October 30, 2022 - October 30 2022 - A5 players are piling up High School awards as the 2022 GHSA Volleyball Tournament is about to get conclude. These are in no particular order. We hope we got everyone, but invariably a few may have not been reported. If you have All-Area,... Read More >>

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Congrats to our 14U and Under Teams!

October 22, 2022 - Congratulations to all the athletes who made a team and is playing for A5: The#1 ranked volleyball club in the Nation. We pride ourselves on our dynamic training, with exceptional systems and coaches, produces high-end competitive teams. We can't wait to see... Read More >>

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A5 is the #1 Club in the Country!

September 23, 2022 - That's right! A5 has earned the #1 club title! We are so proud of this ranking. Achieving this unique accomplishment is both a privilege and an honor for our organization. All folks connected to A5, athletes, families, and A5 Staff, have worked so incredibly... Read More >>

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Upcoming Training Options

August 15, 2022 - CAMPS HAVE CONCLUDED!    Thank you to all of the athletes who came to join A5 over the summer! We were incredibly lucky to have so much talent in the gym, and we wish you the best of luck during your school seasons.    Outside of... Read More >>

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New A5 Beach Director: Ali McColloch

August 9, 2022 - We would like to introduce A5 Beach's newest director, Ali McColloch! Ali McColloch is a former Big West Conference Freshman of the Year and has been a professional player for the past decade. She was the inaugural head coach for the UC Davis Beach Women'... Read More >>

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8 National Championships Won at AAUs and USAV National Championships!

July 7, 2022 - What an incredible ending to an unforgettable A5 season. It was a historic sweep of championship titles for A5 at both the AAU National Championship in Orlando, Florida and for USAV Nationals in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our club won a total of 8 gold medals and... Read More >>

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Winter Holiday Camp! OFFERINGS! Now Live

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Looking back on our amazing 2021 season

July 20, 2021 - Hello A5 Family - our 2020-2021 season is now in the history books - and what a year it has been.  In a world that was filled with uncertainty, doubt, and "NO", we managed to be focused in the gym to consistently produce teamwork, camaraderie, and... Read More >>

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SRVA Regional Championship brings more bids home to A5

April 29, 2021 - This past weekend was the final tournament of our regular season:  The Southern Region Volleyball Association (SRVA) championships, better known simply as "Regionals".  For some of our teams, this was the final chance to try to earn a bid to... Read More >>

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Big South: A5's Backyard National Qualifier

April 13, 2021 - The Easter weekend of April 2-4 brought the Big South National Qualifier to the Georgia World Congress Center in downtown Atlanta - literally the best competition our club can get in our hometown.  Big South is billed as "The nation's largest girl's... Read More >>

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Qualifier season brings more bids to A5 teams

March 30, 2021 - The past two weekends saw many of our teams participating in national qualifiers.  Over the March 19-21 weekend, our 17's teams as well as 18-Jordan played in the Mid-East Qualifier in Louisville, Kentucky, while 15-LA, 14-Helen, 13-Karen, and 12-Jing all... Read More >>

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Qualifier season begins and the bids start coming

March 17, 2021 - Our 18-year-old teams started their qualifier season in January, due to their shortened season.  But for most of our teams, the Sunshine Qualifier in Orlando was our first chance to try to earn a bid to USAV Nationals, and to play talented teams from across... Read More >>

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President's Cup brings home gold

February 16, 2021 - This weekend saw many of our teams playing in the A5-sponsored President's Cup tournament.  Although most teams were from the Southeast, a few teams made the tournament from as far away as California, due to the cancellation of the Triple Crown tournament... Read More >>

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Meet A5 Nutritionist Kathryn Terry

February 4, 2021 - A5 is excited to introduce you to our new club Nutritionist Kathryn Terry. Kathryn is a NASM certified personal trainer, corrective exercise specialist, and Precision Nutrition certified nutrition specialist. While walking the path of her own complex health journey,... Read More >>

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Inaugural A5 Sportsplex tournament a big success

February 1, 2021 - This past weekend saw the inaugural tournament at our new A5 Sportsplex, as many of our teams participated in the A5 Kickoff Classic.  Our new facility proved worthy, as we had eight courts in use simultaneously, with the other courts allowing ample room for... Read More >>

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USAV bids earned at this week's tournament play

January 25, 2021 - The big news this weekend came from our 18's teams, playing in an 18's qualifier in Orlando.  The 18's qualifier season starts very early, as their season ends early to allow these seniors to get ready for college.  18-Jordan finished 24th... Read More >>

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And the Season is Underway!

January 21, 2021 - It was an outstanding start to the season for the A5 family. Competing in one of the biggest tournaments in the country during the COVID-era this past weekend gave us hope for the future and season at large.  It's hard to describe the feeling of taking... Read More >>

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Can you see the moon?

January 7, 2021 - There is a Japanese koan that goes: "My barn having burned to the ground -- now I can see the moon." This quote by Mizuta Masahide, a 17th century Japanese poet, sort of describes our journey from 2020 to 2021. As this new season begins, we hope to emerge... Read More >>

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Tryouts yield a record number of teams

December 9, 2020 - Tryouts are officially over, and it was exciting to see the amazing talent on display which made the process of forming teams more challenging and stressful than ever before. The number of girls vying for a spot on a team has increased dramatically due to the drop... Read More >>

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A5 tryouts begin this weekend

October 7, 2020 - All those camps and clinics are great - but this is the real thing - playing on an A5 club team, wearing the A5 uniform, bonding with teammates, and experiencing real match play.  Over the course of a whole season, athletes get so much instruction and experience... Read More >>

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Tryout and Club Season Information Meeting Announced

September 17, 2020 - Come learn about our club volleyball season at the #1 volleyball club in the entire nation! Date & Time: Thursday, September 24, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. (only one meeting this year) Location: A5 Sportsplex (formerly Andretti’s Indoor Karting and Games) 11000... Read More >>

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The passing of former club director Phil Bush

September 16, 2020 - As many of you have seen by now, Phil Bush passed away over the past weekend.  Phil was intimately connected to the founding and formation of A5.  He was one of the original plank holders, along with Anna Bush, Jeff Choe, Dale Smith, Bayne Tippins, and... Read More >>

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A5 moves into new flagship facility

September 11, 2020 - In 1976, Bob Westbrook was sent to Atlanta to start Junior Volleyball. Back in that day, junior age girls teams competed against women's teams. There were no other junior teams in Atlanta, and only a couple in the South. Bob continued to coach in Atlanta all... Read More >>

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2020-2021 Boys Volleyball Season Info & Tryouts

September 9, 2020 - We are extremely excited to get back in full swing with volleyball as we adjust to a new normal during this unprecedented time. A5 is taking every necessary precaution to make sure we can offer a safe and clean space for our athletes to train and compete. Season... Read More >>

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Prepvolleyball Top 150 Players by Class

September 8, 2020 - Top 150 Class Read More >>

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AVCA National Club Coaches of the Year

September 8, 2020 - The mission of the American Volleyball Coaches Association is to advance the sport of volleyball with AVCA coaches at the epicenter of leadership, advocacy and professional development. With a membership of almost 7,000 and counting, the AVCA provides a... Read More >>

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USA Volleyball changes age cutoff for upcoming club season

July 9, 2020 - Greetings A5 families, As many of you have heard, last week USA Volleyball announced a change in how they define eligibility for each age level in club volleyball, i.e. they changed the cutoff date from September 1 to July 1.  There have been a lot of questions... Read More >>

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COVID-19 Coronavirus Tournament and Practice Update

March 12, 2020 - As everyone has likely seen by now, USAV is recommending that sanctioned volleyball events be cancelled over the next week. This is aimed at easing some of the current virus concerns across the country and allowing everyone to pause and take a deep collective... Read More >>

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Qualifier season brings A5 bids to Nationals

March 11, 2020 - It's that time of year where our long hours of practice and conditioning are starting to pay dividends - this weekend was a great start to the qualifier season for A5 Volleyball.  Most of our top teams were in Orlando for the Sunshine Qualifier, a 3-day... Read More >>

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Beast of the Southeast swept by A5 teams

February 27, 2020 - This past weekend meant just one thing for our indoor players:  Beast of the Southeast, an A5-hosted invitational tournament here in Atlanta.  "Invitational" means not just any club can sign up - the competition level is kept very high by only... Read More >>

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This week's tournament results include Triple Crown's Top Club Award

February 18, 2020 - This past weekend saw dozens of A5 teams playing locally, as well as some of our oldest and most experienced teams playing in the nation's top tournament, the Triple Crown National Invitational Tournament in Kansas City. In Atlanta, 21 A5 teams participated... Read More >>

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How to decipher USAV team codes

February 11, 2020 - Have you ever prepared to play against a club's "Red" team or their "Molten" team and wondered which level team that is?  Or even, where are they from?  The answer is: check their USAV team code, which can be found on the AES website... Read More >>

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A5 teams in four states this past weekend

February 3, 2020 - On our third tournament weekend of the season, about half our teams saw match action, either in Atlanta or at several tournaments out of state.  At the Northern Lights qualifier in Minneapolis, playing in Open division, A5 17-Jing was 6-0 on the first two days,... Read More >>

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A5 makes a strong showing at the Central Zone Invitational and elsewhere

January 28, 2020 - Our second weekend of indoor play found us in Atlanta, Orlando, Tennessee, and Indianapolis. Five of our teams competed at the Central Zone Invitational tournament in Indianapolis - one of the toughest pre-qualifier tournaments in the nation with over 700 teams... Read More >>

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Been to Botswana and Back!

January 26, 2020 - We are thrilled to report we are back from our trip to Africa having had the privilege of representing our country and volleyball club halfway around the world. I've been fortunate to travel with A5 teams all over the world for over 10 years now and this year... Read More >>

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Competition season underway as A5 sweeps local tournament

January 22, 2020 - Our competition season is officially underway, with over half our club playing this past weekend in tournaments locally or out of town.  Win or lose, it's always a good feeling to get that first tournament under your belt - for coaches and players, it's... Read More >>

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A5 DOM1NATION

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Full Circle for Olsen

October 20, 2019 - We are excited to announce that Annika Olsen has joined our beach coaching staff for the 2019-2020 season. Annika grew up in Johns Creek and played volleyball at A5 throughout high school. During her sophomore, junior, and senior years, she was an integral part... Read More >>

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Awards are piling up!

October 19, 2019 - October 10 2018 - A5 players are piling up High School awards as the 2018 GHSA Volleyball Tournament is about to get startedt. These are in no particular order. We hope we got everyone, but invariably a few may have not been reported. If you have All-Area,... Read More >>

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First Round of Roses🌹Received

October 18, 2019 - With all of our age group tryouts from 10’s through 14’s complete, let’s just say it was a madhouse in a good way. Incredible energy and much talent was on full display. We are proud to share that we had a fantastic turnout across all... Read More >>

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In Loving Memory of Leslie

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Our Awesome A5 Ambassador

October 18, 2019 - We are extremely pleased to announce the formal hiring of Jim Kehoe, a former A5 South Board Member, Parent Liaison and Recruiting Coordinator. He will serve in an official capacity as A5 Ambassador at large. His primary focus will be to create relationships... Read More >>

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A5 Invests in Cutting Edge Creative Talent

October 3, 2019 - We are excited to announce the official hire of Conor Lounsbury as Director of Creative Content for the A5 Family. Conor majored in communications with a focus in media studies at Kennesaw State. In his Junior year of college he got his first “real”... Read More >>

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OUR AMAZING ALUMNI

October 2, 2019 - Mason Rooney Durham University (in England) Bound! A5 class of 2015 and Davidson College 2019 graduate will be “hopping across the pond” in September to attend Durham University. At A5, Rooney’s career began when she made the 14-1 team. She... Read More >>

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Decades of Experience Strengthens Beach Program

October 1, 2019 - We are very excited about Beach this season! Our goal is to build a nationally competitive and recognized program. We will do this by developing players who are well rounded technically, solid in game fundamentals and also enjoy playing. Tryouts are coming soon... Read More >>

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Amazing Alumni - Haley Templeton - Slavia EU Bratislava

September 14, 2019 - OUR AMAZING ALUMNI     Read More >>

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Preparation IS the Key

September 13, 2019 - One thing we emphasize at A5 in all our clubs is hard work, as evidenced by all the current and former athletes' performances that are featured later in this issue. And not just any old work, we focus on coaching skills and technique in a patterned, methodical... Read More >>

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informational Meetings

September 8, 2019 - Informational Meetings Dates Announced: Sept. 15, 2019 (Sunday) at 6:00pm OR: Oct 2, 2019 (Wednesday) at 7:00pm   We're always asked whether families need to attend the Informational Meetings, and our answer is this: 1) For families who have... Read More >>

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SENIOR ACES 2019-2020

September 6, 2019 - 81. Sasha Ratliff, 6-3 MB, Pace Academy (Atlanta, Georgia), A5 – San Diego - Here is what Prepvolleyball Said "One of the great middles to come out of A5, Ratliff can do it all. As a great athlete from a lineage of great athletes — dad, Theo,... Read More >>

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Alumni Spotlight

September 5, 2019 - AMAZING ALUMNI – Allie Davenport 2010-13 A5 alum Allie Davenport has signed her second professional contract with Val-de-Travers Volleyball Club out of Switzerland. Allie had an impressive rookie season in Lund, Sweden, where she finished... Read More >>

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A5 Leadership Retreat Highlights

September 4, 2019 - A5 Leadership Retreat Highlights Unleashing brand strength across clubs   Read More >>

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Alumni Spotlight

August 22, 2019 - Alumni Spotlight Gabby Curry, University of Kentucky Coming off a gold medal in the Pan Am Cup, USA Volleyball has announced its 12-member women’s indoor volleyball roster that will compete in the 2019 Pan American Games in Lima, Peru. The women’s... Read More >>

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A5 Ranked #2 in the Country by Triple Crown Sports

August 22, 2019 - A5 Ranked #2 in the Country by Triple Crown Sports (also ranked #2 over the past 5-year time horizon)    Triple Crown Sports (TCS) 2019 National Club Rankings are out, and we are happy to inform you that A5 finished the 2019 season as the 2nd ranked... Read More >>

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Sand Season in Full Swing

July 22, 2019 - Sand Season in Full Swing Read More >>

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2019 Indoor Season in the Books

July 10, 2019 - 2019 Indoor Season in the Books Read More >>

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AAU National Championship is a Wrap

June 29, 2019 - AAU National Championship is a Wrap Read More >>

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National Championship Tournaments Underway

June 24, 2019 - National Championship Tournaments Underway Read More >>

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A5 Family Dominates Rally Rumble

June 12, 2019 - A5 Family Dominates Rally Rumble Read More >>

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Lull Before the Storm

May 16, 2019 - Lull Before the Storm Read More >>

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Seniors Look Toward College in Emotional Farewell to A5 Friends, Families and Coaches

May 8, 2019 - Seniors Look Toward College in Emotional Farewell to A5 Friends, Families and Coaches Read More >>

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A5 Runs the Table, Capping Perhaps the Most Prolific Weekend in A5 History ; Wins All Seven Regional Championships

May 2, 2019 - A5 Family,   There's a lot to celebrate in this email, so you may as well pour yourself a cup of coffee or parents might want to grab an adult beverage as you take all of this in.   The enormity of our club's performance last... Read More >>

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A5 14 Helen Qualifies in 14 Open Division; A5 15 LA, A5 17 Scott Qualify in USA Division; A5 16 Gabe, A5 South 16 Jason Meet in Championship Match of 16 Open Division;

April 25, 2019 -   A5 Family,   One of the byproducts of the success our club has achieved to date is that expectations are high.  Case in point:  since 2015, every one of A5's "1" teams has qualified for Nationals in the Open Division... Read More >>

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A5 Family Wins Three More Bids ....All in the Open Division

April 22, 2019 - A5 Family Wins Three More Bids ....All in the Open Division Read More >>

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A5 Wins Two More Bids ....Both at the Highest Level

April 22, 2019 - A5 Wins Two More Bids ....Both at the Highest Level Read More >>

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A5 Family Shows Well at Inaugural Rock the Mountain Classic

April 4, 2019 - A5 Family,   When A5 Chattanooga was formed, we made a commitment to host and support tournaments in Chattanooga to help enable our Chattanooga sisters to be competitively challenged while saving money by sleeping in their own beds.  We kept that... Read More >>

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A5 16 Gabe Wins MEQ; Punches Ticket to Indy

March 28, 2019 - A5 Family,   We're in the heart of Qualifier Season now; virtually every weekend we have teams competing for a coveted slot at Nationals. Big South and SRVA Regionals are the tournaments in which we have historically won most of our bids,... Read More >>

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A5 16 Liang Qualfies for Nationals in 16 USA Division

March 21, 2019 - A5 Family,   The Qualifier Season started with a vengeance, with 26 of our teams competing in Orlando or Baltimore last weekend.  A5 16 Liang qualified in the 16 USA division by finishing with a Bronze Medal in the Sunshine Qualifier,... Read More >>

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A5 Shines at Bluegrass

March 14, 2019 - A5 Shines at Bluegrass Read More >>

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A5 18 Boba Qualifies for Nationals in 18 American Division

March 7, 2019 - A5 Family,   Though most of our teams were off last weekend, those who competed excelled.  A5 18 Boba became the 4th U18 team from the Family to qualify for nationals (incl the boys) by finishing second in the Southern Regional... Read More >>

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A5 18 Scott Qualifies for Nationals in 18 Open Division

March 1, 2019 - A5 Family,   Our Beast of the Southeast tournament came into its own last weekend, attracting strong teams from all over the country and solidifying its reputation as the most competitive volleyball tournament in the South.    Before... Read More >>

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Teams Prep for NIT, Presidents Day Tourneys

February 12, 2019 - Teams Prep for NIT,  Presidents Day Tourneys Read More >>

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A5 Family Dominates Icebreaker

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A5 18 T-Nol (Boys) Wins First Bid to Nationals of the Season

January 30, 2019 - A5 Family,   Huge congratulations for A5 18 T-Nol for winning the season's first bid to Nationals.  The team punched their ticket to Dallas by finishing undefeated in the Florida Fest Boys Bid Tournament last weekend to win the... Read More >>

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A5 TEAMS EXCEL IN FIRST TOURNAMENTS OF THE SEASON

January 23, 2019 - A5 Family,   Players - coaches - parents - all were itching to get into the gym with uniforms on and officials in place to test their mettle on the first tournament of the 2019 season.  For us, the focus was not as much on winning the tournament... Read More >>

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Athletes and Teams in the News: Prepvolleyball

January 16, 2019 - Preseason Team Rankings   I hesitate to even publish this, because we really don't care much about pre-season rankings.  It's the end-of-season recognition that we covet and work for.  Could this be the year that we dethrone perennial... Read More >>

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COMPETITION COMMENCES THIS WEEKEND

January 14, 2019 - COMPETITION COMMENCES THIS WEEKEND Read More >>

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IT'S 2019; THE TOURNAMENT SEASON IS UPON US

January 7, 2019 - IT'S 2019; THE TOURNAMENT SEASON IS UPON US Read More >>

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FINAL PUSH HEADING INTO THE HOLIDAYS

December 15, 2018 -   FINAL PUSH HEADING INTO THE HOLIDAYS Read More >>

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Pro Shop Online to Re-Opne!

December 15, 2018 - Pro Shop On-Line Store will Reopen Friday, 12/21 @ 12:01 a.m.   Pro Shop Elf, Maria Fisher (A5 10 Janet), shown here modeling some of the latest winter garb, has some BIG news. The A5 online store will re-open on Friday, December 21st at 12:01am.... Read More >>

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Winter Break Camps

December 10, 2018 - Volleyperformance Announces Winter Camps   If you're in town for the holidays, you might want to take the opportunity to get some additional training.  Volleyperformance is offering the following camps, in addition to many of their on-going... Read More >>

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2018 International Trip deemed "Life Changing"

November 27, 2018 - Life changing.   This phrase is how our staff and players describe our recently completed Japan experience. There are simply no other words that capture the quality and depth of what this trip meant to us as individuals, as a club and as a team.   O... Read More >>

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Alumni Dancing

November 27, 2018 - 30 A5 Alumnae Dancin'   30 of our alumnae are making big-time contributions to teams that have consequently earned a bid to the Division I, II or III NCAA National Championship Tournaments.  The DIII Tournament is complete; DII underway, and... Read More >>

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Great News!

October 31, 2018 - Boba Nisavic has an extensive background of coaching and playing. Last year Boba coached the 15-1’s and were ranked 3rd in the country, with 7 Gold Medal finishes. Boba has also earned two Bronze Medals in 15 Open and 15 Premier at AAU’s since he... Read More >>

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Exciting News!

October 30, 2018 - Jordan Brisson coached with Impact Volleyball for two years. Jordan has an extensive playing career at Adrian College.  She was captain all four years and earned All-Academic Team, and All-MIAA Player of the Year Conference Recognition.  She led the team... Read More >>

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Exciting News!

October 29, 2018 - This will be Liang’s third season at A5, the previous two as the 163 Head Coach. In 2018, Liang lead his team to an SRVA Regional Championship! This is the first “3” team in SRVA Region history to accomplish such a feat. He also leads this team... Read More >>

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Exciting News!

October 28, 2018 - Ken Connor has coached at GA5 as the head coach of the 14-1 team for two years (2008-2010) followed by one year as head coach of the 17-2 team (2010-2011). Ken served a big role in Wesleyan School’s volleyball program.  He has been the head Varsity Coach,... Read More >>

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Awards Time!

October 16, 2018 - October 16, 2018 - A5 players are piling up High School awards as the 2018 GHSA Volleyball Tournament is about to get startedt. These are in no particular order. We hope we got everyone, but invariably a few may have not been reported. If you have All-Area,... Read More >>

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Exciting News!

October 12, 2018 - Basimah was the 2018 Head Coach at West Forsyth HS Middle School Feeder team A and a Volunteer Coach for A5 youth teams 12 and under and Fridays at 4! We are excited to bring Basimah in as a Head Coach in our youth... Read More >>

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Exciting News!

October 11, 2018 - Ashley knows her way around the coaching side of volleyball along with the playing side. She has been the head coach for 12-4, assistant for 12-5 (2 seasons) and has also coached at West Forsyth Middle School Program, CVL, and some Oglethorpe University... Read More >>

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Exciting News!

October 10, 2018 - After having a successful season as the 12-4 Head Coach last season, Mercedes is excited to be coaching 12-5 this season! Mercedes is bringing many years of coaching experience to this team, she has coached at Alpharetta High School as the Head Coach for Jr. Raider... Read More >>

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Exciting News!

October 9, 2018 - We are very excited to welcome Candice to A5! Candice is no stranger to the volleyball world, she has 14 years of coaching club under her belt. She has several tournament wins, qualified for nationals, JVA, SRVA and Palmetto top finishes. She has coached for Alliance... Read More >>

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Exciting News!

October 8, 2018 - We are very excited to have Chryssi as a new coach at A5! Although Chryssi is new to A5 she is no stranger to the volleyball court, she is currently the Head Coach for John’s Creek High School JV Team. In the past she has also coached for Penrith Volleyball... Read More >>

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IT'S HEERRREEEE!

October 4, 2018 - A5 Family,   We hope you are as excited about the coming season as we are.  Just think:  in two short weeks, teams will be constituted for 14's and below.     A5 is going to be conducting its tryouts a little differently... Read More >>

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Raising the Bar

October 4, 2018 - One of the unique aspects of Club Volleyball as a business is that there are virtually no barriers to entry.  Anyone with a few hundred dollars in the bank can register a club with USA Volleyball.  That's one of the reasons that approximately 20%... Read More >>

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Exciting News!

October 3, 2018 - Javier has helped coached many teams at A5, one of them being the 12-1 team as an assistant coach next to Jing! With several years of coaching under his belt, Javier is overjoyed to being coaching 13-5 this year. Ever since Javier has moved to Georgia... Read More >>

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Exciting News!

October 1, 2018 - Tina is a returning veteran coach for A5 she finished last season with multiple tournament championships and defeating some of the higher level teams in the 13s age group multiple times! Tina has been coaching for A5 for almost 10 years being a Head Coach for 7... Read More >>

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Exciting News!

October 1, 2018 - Erin is coming off a successful season as the Head Coach of the 11-3 team with multiple tournament wins including ones at Dogwood Donnybrook and Kudzo Klassik! Erin is no stranger to club volleyball before coming to A5 she coached at Ashe Alliance Volleyball Club... Read More >>

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Exciting News!

September 27, 2018 - Donna is another instrumental part of the A5 youth program! Donna has been a part of the A5 family since 2009! Since then she has been the Head Coach for 12-6 and 12-5, as well as being the Assistant for 13-1, 13-2, and 14-2.  She has helped many of her teams... Read More >>

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Exciting News!

September 25, 2018 - Last season Brianna had an extremely successful season as the Head Coach for 14-5 team winning 4 Gold Medals, one of these medals earned after defeating are very own 14-3 team in the Championship. This will mark the third season in a row for Brianna coaching with... Read More >>

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Exciting News!

September 23, 2018 - Janet has been coaching at A5 since 2011! This will be the first season that she will be coaching the 10s age group. Janet has coached 11-2, 12-2, and 12-3 teams in pervious seasons with multiple teams qualifying for nationals!  Janet has also coached the Alpharett... Read More >>

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Exciting News!

September 20, 2018 - Betty has been a significant part of A5 with this being her 10th season coaching! Before coaching the 13-3 team last year, Betty coached the 14’s age group for four years and three years coaching 16’s during these seasons Betty receive numerous Tournament... Read More >>

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Exciting News!

September 18, 2018 - This will be Jake’s second season leading the 12-2 team at A5. Last season his team qualified for Nationals and finished in the Top 20! In previous seasons at A5, Jake coached the 11-3 team and won 3 tournaments. Jake is currently the Head Coach at West Forsyth... Read More >>

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BREAKING NEWS!

September 13, 2018 - Scott has been the mastermind behind the scenes at A5 since its inception.  Last season Scott assisted with the 17-1 team to help earned a Silver Medal at AAU’s, and a 5th place finish at USAV in 17 Open.  In 2017, he was the assistant for 17-1... Read More >>

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Exciting news!

September 11, 2018 - Jon Baker has been an instrumental part of our 10 & under program. This will mark the third season in a row that Jon will be the 10-1 Head Coach. Last season he made his mark by being the first 10’s team to play in the Big South National Qualifier. He... Read More >>

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NEWS RELEASE!

September 6, 2018 - Earl has been with A5 for 12 years coaching many of our 13, 14 and 15 year old teams.  Earl coached our 13-1 team last year and had a very successful season, earning a Gold Medal at Big South in 13-Open.  While at A5, Earl has earned a multitude... Read More >>

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A5 Birmingham Joins the Family

August 27, 2018 - Please Join Me in Welcoming A5 Birmingham to the Family   We are pleased to announce that National Powerhouse A5 Volleyball Club - ranked #2 in the country over the past five years by Triple Crown Sports -- will be entering the Birmingham market this... Read More >>

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EXCITING NEWS!

August 27, 2018 - Long-time A5 coach Walter Patterson has been in the youth volleyball scene well before A5 was founded, helping start Peach State Volleyball Club that eventually became A5's 12-and-Under Youth Program.  Walter has taken multiple teams to USAV and AAU Nationals... Read More >>

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BREAKING NEWS!

August 24, 2018 - LA came to A5 after coaching 5 years of collegiate volleyball. In 2018, LA's team Medaled in 50% of their tournaments and finished 5th at AAU Nationals in 15 Premier. In 2017, her 15-3 team earned a 2nd place finish in Beast of the Southeast in 15 Open. In 2016,... Read More >>

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BREAKING NEWS!

August 20, 2018 - Allison is a great asset to A5, coming in with a string of accomplishments and experience. In her first season with A5, Allison’s 14-3 team accumulated a remarkable 2 Gold Medals and 4 Silvers, and a top 20 finish at AAU’s. Allison is currently the Head... Read More >>

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Scott Shelley Named American Volleyball Coaches Association Coach of the Year for the U16 Age Group

August 20, 2018 - A5 Family,   Before w Read More >>

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A5 Finishes 2018 Campaign Ranked 3rd in the Country

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COACHING ANNOUNCEMENT!!!

August 16, 2018 - Gabe Aramian, A5 Club Director and 12 year veteran, will take the reins once again as the 16-1 Head Coach.  Perennially a national contender for the 16-Open title, Gabe has amassed a number of successes at the club level, including 3 National Championships... Read More >>

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COACHING ANNOUNCEMENT!

August 8, 2018 - Jing will be going into his 7th year with A5 and will be taking on two teams for his fourth year in a row.  Jing is one of our most prestigious coaches and has earned AVCA 17’s Coach of the Year in 2016. His teams have earned medals at AAU’s... Read More >>

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BREAKING NEWS:

July 31, 2018 - A5 is proud to announce Taylor Noland as the Head Coach for the 181 Boys team at A5 for the second year in a row!  In her 2018 season, T-Nol earned a USA bid to Nationals and had all 5 seniors signed to play in college.  Noland is currently the Holy Innocence... Read More >>

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COACHING ANNOUNCEMENT!

July 20, 2018 - Helen Lin, former Emory Assistant Coach and rising young star on the national club volleyball stage, has taken the helm as the 141 Head Coach at A5!  Currently the Walker High School Head Coach, Lin has already accrued a vast amount of experience, including... Read More >>

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Post-Season Wrap

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BREAKING NEWS!

July 16, 2018 - A5 is excited to announce that Bob Westbrook will be the head coach of 151 for the 2018-2019 season. Bob Westbrook – widely seen as the founder of volleyball in the state of Georgia – will be leading A5’s 151 team in the 2018-19 season.  As... Read More >>

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NEWS FLASH!

July 13, 2018 - It is with great excitement that A5 announces Karen Arndt as the Head Coach of our 131 team.    Karen Arndt is one of those rare coaches that has won both a National Championship at the Club level and a State Championship at the High School level.... Read More >>

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BREAKING NEWS:

July 9, 2018 - A5 is proud to announce Scott Shelley, recent 2018 AAU and USAV National Champion, as the 181 Head Coach for the 2018-2019 Season. Scott is a 7 year veteran at A5 and recently completed his tenure at Emory University as an assistant coach under Jenny McDowell. Amongst... Read More >>

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USAV Summary - a Few Words About our Teams' Experiences

July 7, 2018 - USAV Summary - a Few Words About our Teams' Experiences   Coming off a Silver Medal finish at AAU's, 17 Jing had gold on their mind,.  They demonstrated that their 13th seed was way too low by knocking off Arizona Storm -... Read More >>

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A5 16 Scott Wins Second Consecutive National Championship Tournament

July 6, 2018 - Six Teams Make it to the Championship Bracket at USAV Nationals;  A5 16 Scott Joins A5 South 15 Joe as Gold Medalists  Read More >>

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It's Our Depth that is Decisive

July 4, 2018 - It's Our Depth that is Decisive   Most would say that a volleyball club's national reputation is a function of the performance of its "1" teams.  Certainly that's the way the Triple Crown Sports' National Rankings... Read More >>

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Record Number of A5 (Family) Indoor Teams Set for National Championship Tournaments; Beach Teams Hit Their Stride

June 15, 2018 - Record Number of A5 (Family) Indoor Teams Set for National Championship Tournaments; Beach Teams Hit Their Stride Read More >>

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A5 18 T-Nol Qualifies for Nationals; A5 Family Dominates Sweet Tea Showdown & Rally Rumble Teams Begin to Peak for Nationals

June 5, 2018 - A5 18 T-Nol Qualifies for Nationals; A5 Family Dominates Sweet Tea Showdown  & Rally Rumble Read More >>

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A5 Family Closes Out Regular Season with Record 25 Bids to Nationals

May 22, 2018 - A5 Family Closes Out Regular Season with Record 25 Bids to Nationals Read More >>

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Some Summer Information

May 13, 2018 - Several Important Dates to Save Cinco de Mayo Glow Golf Extravaganza, on -- you guessed it -- May 5th -- at SVC.  The time has been changed to 1 p.m. until 6 p.m.  Details are i Read More >>

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Are You Kidding Me? Five Members of the A5 Family Named Frosh 59

May 11, 2018 - Are You Kidding Me?  Five Members of the A5 Family Named Frosh 59    Prepvolleyball.com publishes the Frosh 59 each year - a list of the top 59 freshmen in the country based upon their contribution to their varsity team as freshmen. ... Read More >>

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A5 18 Bob Qualifies for USAV Nationals in 18 Open Division

May 11, 2018 - A5 18 Bob Qualifies for USAV Nationals  in 18 Open Division Read More >>

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A5 18 John Betters Bid from USA to Open Division

May 11, 2018 - A5 18 John Betters Bid  from USA to Open Division Read More >>

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Four Open Division Championships, Two Bids in USA Division, Highlight Dominant Performance at Big South National Qualifier Bid Count Now Stands at 13 - Including 6 in the Highest Division

May 11, 2018 - Four Open Division Championships, Two Bids in USA Division, Highlight Dominant Performance at Big South National Qualifier Read More >>

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Focus Shifts to Regionals as Qualifier Season Winds Down A5 14 Suzanne, A5 15 LA Just Miss Qualifying in KC

May 11, 2018 - Focus Shifts to Regionals  as Qualifier Season Winds Down Read More >>

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A5 Family Makes History at First-ever Southern Region Bid Tournament

May 11, 2018 - A5 Family Makes History at First-ever  Southern Region Bid Tournament Read More >>

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Regional Rankings Begin to Take Shape

March 12, 2018 - Regional Rankings Begin to Take Shape   We're all about goal-setting here at A5,  Each of our teams should set goals for the season as well as for each individual tournament (e.g., win it; beat the seed; make the gold bracket, etc.).  We... Read More >>

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Four A5 Alumnae Invited to Try Out for USA National Team

March 7, 2018 - We are proud of the fact that our athletes are not only earning the opportunity to play at the Next Level; they are excelling once they get there. From March 2-4, 2018, some 240 athletes from 89 colleges converged on Colorado Springs with hopes of earning a spot... Read More >>

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A5 Italy

November 20, 2017 - Day 3: We started the day off like any other with a delicious breakfast. The new hotel (Novotel Milano) featured a variety of bread, fruit, and meats. Ready to start off our day, we head to the Metro and began our multiple train trip. We exited the Metro after... Read More >>

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Awards Time!

October 4, 2017 - October 10, 2017 - A5 players are piling up High School awards as the 2017 GHSA Volleyball Tournament is about to get startedt. These are in no particular order. We hope we got everyone, but invariably a few may have not been reported. If you have All-Area,... Read More >>

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RECORD ATTENDANCE AT FIRST ROUND OF INFORMATIONAL MEETINGS

September 21, 2017 - A5 Family,   With info meetings underway and tryouts looming, our telephone is ringing incessantly with prospective families' myriad of questions, which we do our best to answer.  We also urge new families in particular to attend one... Read More >>

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A5 Coaches 13 - 18

September 13, 2017 - A5 is proud to announce the head coaches for all teams ages 13 to 18.  We will be announcing 12 and under shortly.   Team Name Head Coach Assistant Coach 18-1 Bob Bob Westbrook   18-2 John John Haroun   18-3... Read More >>

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A5 Ranked Third in the Country in 2017 by Triple Crown Sports

September 3, 2017 - A5 Family,   In the summer of 2008 -- just as A5 was preparing to enter its 6th season of competition -- the Board had its first retreat, during which it created many goals for the organization. One of the goals, loosely stated, was that when volleyball... Read More >>

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Announcing A5 Mini's

September 3, 2017 - Old-timers may recall 10 years ago when current A5 Chattanooga Associate Director/Youth Dan Clotfelter ran Peachstate Volleyball, a program for U12's held on Sundays at the Walker School.  Dan joined A5, and under his leadership we were the first... Read More >>

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2017 Wrap Up

August 29, 2017 - The A5 boys’ volleyball season just wrapped up in Columbus, Ohio at the 2017 Boys Junior National Championships. For the fourth year in a row, our 14’s team qualified Open, making them one of top 36 teams in the country. Our 18’s team also had... Read More >>

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2017 Accomplishments

August 29, 2017 - 2017 Gold Medals 18 Open Bridgette Winn / Bailey Young (FL) [6/17 - Rox Rage Qualifier - Murfreesboro, TN] Camryn Bossinas / Anna Youngs (S3) [6/4 - GA Sand Classic - USAV Qualifier - Emerson, GA] Read More >>

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INFORMATIONAL MEETINGS and TRAINING FOR TRYOUTS

August 8, 2017 - INFORMATIONAL MEETINGS We're always asked whether players/families need to attend the Informational Meetings, and our answer is this: 1) For families/players who have never played for our club, it is an absolute necessity.  Which club to try... Read More >>

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2017 -- a Season in Retrospect

August 7, 2017 - 2017 was another extraordinary season for the A5 Family.  We thought a quick review of some of the Club's accomplishments might be in order as we begin to plan for next year. We fielded a record 68 indoor teams, including 16 from A5 South, 14 from... Read More >>

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Curry Selected to USA Volleyball Junior National Team

August 7, 2017 - Big congrats to Gabby Curry on her selection to the USA Women's Junior National Team.  She is the first member of The Family to achieve this honor   Read More >>

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A5 Scores Two First Team Defensive Dandies

May 18, 2017 - Each year Prepvolleyball.com publishes a number of lists to recognize High School and Club achievement.  The players on Defensive Dandies list are all-around high school or club talents who project as back row animals at the collegiate level. Basically,... Read More >>

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Beach Bunch Begins Battle to Bring Back Beaucoup Bids

May 18, 2017 - Congrats to the following players on their wins this past weekend at the USAV Nationals qualifier in Murfreesboro, TN on Saturday and the Rox Nationals qualifier on Sunday at RallyVB in Emerson, GA.    Read More >>

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A5 Takes on the U.S. Army

May 18, 2017 - Well, sort of.  The U.S. Women's All Army Volleyball team passed through Atlanta en route to the World Military Championships in Florida next month, where they will take on teams from Canada, China, German and France.  They were looking for a little... Read More >>

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Kelly Murphy Inducted Into A5 Hall of Fame

May 15, 2017 - The A5 (Family) Hall of Fame was created to recognize and honor those alumnae whose character is reflective of the club's values; young men and women who are destined to make a difference in the World.  It is NOT an award for athletic achievement.  Indeed,... Read More >>

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Shunzel, Murphy Inspire at Senior Banquet

May 10, 2017 - Several passers-by of the 2017 Senior Banquet poked the their heads into the room and asked if we were hosting a modeling tryout. We told them that the gorgeous, glammed-up girls weren't models -- though many of them could be; they are athletes. &n... Read More >>

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2016 Prepvolleyball All Americans Announced

February 21, 2017 - 2016 Prepvolleyball All Americans Announced   Each year Prepvolleyball.com honors 150 High School Athletes as Prep All Americans, along with Honorable Mention Lists.  The award is based on High School achievement and thus is only indirectly linked... Read More >>

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A5 Boys 14-Lorri Qualifies for Nationals in 14 Open Division

February 9, 2017 - A5 Boys 14-Lorri Qualifies for Nationals in 14 Open Division These guys just keep winning. Riding a two-for-two wave in 2017 Tournament Championships, A5 14-Lorri entered the Boys Bid Tournament in Florida seeded third of thirteen entrants. They... Read More >>

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Inclement Weather Guidance

January 6, 2017 - A5 Family,   Unless you are living under a rock you are aware of the Winter Weather Advisory and the forecast for cold weather and snow tonight.    Sometimes the forecast Read More >>

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Europe Day 3/4

November 23, 2016 - Monday and Tuesday, November 21 & 22 , 2016 We started our day in berlin at our hotel.  We ate breakfast and hopped on the bus to start our trip to Poland. We stopped at a gas station and a rest stop on the way to play a 1st league team from a place... Read More >>

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Europe Day 6

November 23, 2016 - Today, we woke up bright and early at 6:30 and began our day with the delicious hotel breakfast once again. We had potatoes, yogurt, white sausage, red sausage, and many other kinds of appetizing sausages. Some girls made yummy cappuccinos, but Jing was having a... Read More >>

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Europe 2016

November 21, 2016 - Saturday We started off our day with breakfast at the hotel, which, unlike the traditional American spread, was diverse and extensive. One whole table was devoted to bread, jelly, and cheese, one contained a yogurt bar complete with muesli, pumpkin seeds, and... Read More >>

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Day 1: Europe 2016

November 18, 2016 - Our long journey started at the Atlanta airport when we all met at 2:30. From there we went through security, making our flight just in time. The flight was about 10 hours and most people slept the whole time or watched the movies provided. Soon enough we landed... Read More >>

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A5 High Season Awards

October 9, 2016 - October 12, 2016 - A5 players are piling up High School awards as the 2016 GHSA Volleyball Tournament started 12 Oct. These are in no particular order. We hope we got everyone, but invariably a few may have not been reported. If you have All-Area, Senior All-Star,... Read More >>

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A5 Informational Meeting

August 25, 2016 - Dates and Places for Information Meetings Summarized Below   Attendance at one of these sessions is crucial for the family with no previous experience with an A5 club, and highly recommended for veterans, since there will be more than the usual number... Read More >>

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Beach Nationals Results

August 22, 2016 - The A5 Beach season wrapped up with back-to-back weekends at Nationals. Perhaps a brief primer on Beach Nationals is in order: Currently, there are 3 national bid tournaments for beach players: AAUs in Hermosa Beach, CA (2 days); USAVs in Milwaukee, WI (3 days)... Read More >>

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2016 Rox Beach Nationals - 14 Open Boys Champions

July 30, 2016 - Congratulations to Eric Winn and Nick Schelkopf for winning the 14 Open Boys division at the 2016 Rox Beach Nationals in Tavares, FL this past weekend.  Read More >>

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Tryouts for 2016-2017

July 7, 2016 - Tryout Dates for 2016-2017  ​A5  Club Volleyball Season will be held: Ages 14 and under week of October  Read More >>

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NATIONAL CHAMPIONS

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Week 25: USAV 16's

June 30, 2016 - The 16's will wrap up USAV Nationals and close the gym Sunday. USAV Girls' Junior National Championships This tournament is being played at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, IN. 16 Open A5 16 Gabe - #1 overall seed and #1 in Pool R1... Read More >>

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Week 25: USAV 17's

June 29, 2016 - The 17's start on Day 6 so that their season will end right as the juniors can start having off-campus contact with coaches (but not until the event is done and your coach has released you). USAV Girls' Junior National Championships This tournament is... Read More >>

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Week 25: USAV Boys

June 29, 2016 - All three of our boys' teams are playing this weekend in Dallas. USAV Boys' Junior National Championships This tournament is being played at the Kay Bailey Hutchinson Convention Center in Dallas, TX. All times Central. 18 Club A5 18 Marc - #2 in... Read More >>

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Week 25: USAV 12's

June 27, 2016 - The 12's gets started on Day 4 of USAV Nationals. USAV Girls' Junior National Championships This tournament is being played at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, IN. 12 National A5 12 Jing - #8 overall seed and #1 in Pool R1 P8 M... Read More >>

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Week 25: USAV 13's

June 26, 2016 - The 13's gets started on Day 3 of USAV Nationals. USAV Girls' Junior National Championships This tournament is being played at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, IN. 13 Open A5 13 PC - #2 in Pool R1 P2 Sun 26 Jun 8:00am L... Read More >>

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A5 18 National Players Claire Doyle and Hanley Lomax Earn Bid to USAV Nationals

June 26, 2016 - June 26, 2016 - Congratulations to A5 18 National players Claire Doyle and Hanley Lomax for finishing 3rd at the Mid Summer Slam in Emerson, GA.  Read More >>

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A5 16 National Players Anna Youngs and Camryn Bossinas Earn 5th Bid to USAV Nationals

June 26, 2016 - June 25 and 26, 2016 - Congratulations to A5 16 National players Anna Youngs and Camryn Bossinas for finishing 1st in both the 16U (Sat) and the 18U (Sun) divisions and winning double Gold Medals at the Mid Summer Slam in Emerson, GA. They only dropped 1 set... Read More >>

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Week 25: USAV 15's

June 25, 2016 - The 15's gets started on Day 2 of USAV Nationals. USAV Girls' Junior National Championships This tournament is being played at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, IN. 15 Open A5 15 Scoba - #5 overall seed and #1 in Pool R1 P5 Sat... Read More >>

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Week 25: USAV 14's

June 24, 2016 - USAV starts with the 14's. Our fellow Southern Region teams are included here in case you want to show some regional solidarity while in Indianapolis. USAV Girls' Junior National Championships This tournament is being played at the Indiana Convention... Read More >>

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Week 24: AAU Girls - Session 3

June 23, 2016 - The third AAU Girls session features the top 18's as they wrap up their season. Our fellow A5 South teams are included here in case you want to show some orgainzational solidarity while in Orlando. Girls AAU Junior National Championships This tournament... Read More >>

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Week 24: AAU Girls - Session 2

June 22, 2016 - The second AAU Girls session features the top 16's and 17's. Our fellow A5 South teams are included here in case you want to show some orgainzational solidarity while in Orlando. Girls AAU Junior National Championships This tournament is being played... Read More >>

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Week 24: AAU Girls - Session 1

June 19, 2016 - The 17-day marathon to the end of the season continues with the first AAU Girls session. Our fellow A5 South and GA5 teams are included here in case you want to show some orgainzational solidarity while in Orlando. A more compact format is being tried for the first... Read More >>

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Week 24: AAU Boys

June 18, 2016 - The 17-day marathon to the end of the season starts with the AAU Boys tournament. A more compact format is being tried for the first time that should be more mobile-friendly. Boys AAU Junior National Championships This tournament is being played at the Orlando... Read More >>

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A5 16 National Players Emma Todd and Piper Chans Earn another Bid to USAV Nationals

June 18, 2016 - June 18, 2016 - Congratulations to A5 16 National players Emma Todd and Piper Chans for finishing 3rd at the Carolina Challenge in Wilmington, NC. Read More >>

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Week 20: Boys' East Coast Championships

May 28, 2016 - One last bid tournament for the boys before Nationals. Boys' East Coast Championships This tournament is being played at the Greater Richmond Convention Center in Richmond, VA. 18 Open - A5 18 Marc A5 18 Marc started as the #2 team in 18 Open Pool... Read More >>

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U.S. Women's Jr National Training Team Roster Set

May 20, 2016 - By Bill Kauffman (bill.kauffman@usav.org) | May 19, 2016, 7:56 p.m. (ET) COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado (May 19, 2016) - USA Volleyball is Read More >>

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A5 16 National Players Riley Aiken and Jolie Seir Earn a Bid to Rox Nationals

May 15, 2016 - A5 16 National team players Riley Aiken and Jolie Seir finish 3rd at the Rox Blockin' and Rockin' qualifier at RallyVB on May 15th. They earned a bid to the Rox Nationals in Tavares, FL the end of July. Read More >>

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A5 16 National Players Anna Youngs and Camryn Bossinas Earn 2nd Bid to USAV Nationals

May 15, 2016 - Congratulations to A5 16 National players Anna Youngs and Camryn Bossinas for finishing 5th (60 teams) at the Carolina Challenge Grand Slam in Apex, NC. This earned them their 2nd USAV bid to USAV Nationals in Milwaukee, WI the end of July. Read More >>

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Week 16: First Nationals and Last Qualifier

April 29, 2016 - The first 18's Nationals and the final qualifier of 2016 make for a big weekend. USAV Girls' 18s Junior National Championships This tournament is being played at The Wisconsin Center in Milwaukee, WI. All times Central. 18 Open - A5 18 Bob A5 18... Read More >>

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Week 15: Regionals

April 23, 2016 - We've built to this for the past 15 weeks: Regionals! SRVA Regional Championships This tournament is being played at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, GA. Only teams in the Power divisions are eligible to earn bids. 17 Power - A5 17 Marc A5... Read More >>

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Week 14: Home Sweet Home

April 16, 2016 - There no place like home this weekend. Kudzu Klassik This tournament is being played at various locations in the Atlanta, GA metro area. 17/18 Power - A5 18 Duane, A5 16 Matt A5 18 Duane earned the overall #2 seed and was #1 in 17/18 Power Pool R1P2. Sa... Read More >>

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Seasonal Beach Commences 5/2

April 14, 2016 - Our Beach Program was originally introduced to give indoor players the opportunity to play sand volleyball without conflicting with their indoor commitments.  It is a testament to the popularity of the sport that we now have over 60 athletes playing sand volleyball... Read More >>

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Spring, Summer Camp Registration Underway

April 14, 2016 - A5 Family,                                                                It is hard to... Read More >>

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A5 Beach Players Win Top Spots in RallyVB Power League Championship

April 10, 2016 - The Winter Power Sand League included pairs from multiple clubs and ran for 8 weeks. There were 5 pools of 5 pairs across all age groups (i.e. 16s can play 18s, etc.) with 3 matches per team each competition day. Seeding was initially based on USA rankings. After... Read More >>

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Week 13: Keep the line moving

April 8, 2016 - The quietest week of the season so far as 15 JJ keeps the line moving in Kansas City. Show Me Qualifier This tournament is being played at the Kansas City Convention Center in Kansas City, MO. All times Central. 15 USA - A5 15 JJ A5 15 JJ earned the #3... Read More >>

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Week 12: Show Me The Bids

April 2, 2016 - A quieter weekend with a trip to Kansas City, but with bids on the line, and a local one-day event. Show Me Qualifier This tournament is being played at the Kansas City Convention Center in Kansas City, MO. All times Central. 14 Open - A5 14 Suzanne A5... Read More >>

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Record Eight Teams Earn Trip to Indianapolis to Compete in USAV Nationals at Big South

April 1, 2016 - A5 Family,                                                                Aside from the... Read More >>

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Record Five A5 Boys Teams Compete in Battle Between Boys Belligerents

March 31, 2016 - While we hope the adjective "belligerent"("angry and aggressive") doesn't apply to our volleyball-playing boys, the noun ("entity who is engaged in a war") isn't far off.  (See? Another vocab word from your favorite Newsletter!... Read More >>

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Week 11: Bid South

March 25, 2016 - Only one event this weekend, and it's a big one: Easter. Also, the Big South Qualifier is in town. Big South Qualifier This tournament is being played at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, GA. 18 American - A5 18 Duane A5 18 Duane started... Read More >>

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Beach Bids

March 25, 2016 - Our Beach program brought home their first two bids of the season.  A5 Beach National teams battled the wind and rain this past weekend at the USAV/Rox Florida Open Qualifier in Tavares, FL. This was our first beach qualifier of the season with 11 A5 Beach... Read More >>

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Week 10: March Bidness

March 18, 2016 - Three qualifiers and the Youth Festival here at home as March Bidness continues. Mideast Qualifier This tournament is being played at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, IN. 18 Open - A5 18 Bob, A5 18 Katie A5 18 Bob started as the #2 team in... Read More >>

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A5 Beach - Lucky Charms Challenge (GA)

March 14, 2016 - 18U Gold 3rd Place - Regional Sky: Abby Navarro and Shelby Villar   16U Gold 1st Place/Champions - 16 National: Camryn Bossinas and Hannah Mabrey [18-0] Read More >>

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Week 9: There Will Be Another Pool

March 12, 2016 - We are scattered from Louisville to Chattanooga to Greenville to Atlanta to Jacksonville. Southern Region Championships This tournament is being played at Soddy Daisy High School in Soddy Daisy, TN. 18 Power - A5 18 Katie, A5 18 Duane A5 18 Kaite earned... Read More >>

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Week 8: Altitude Adjustment

March 5, 2016 - Qualifier season starts for the 17's and under this week and were in a few local events to finish February. Colorado Crossroads Qualifier This tournament is being played at the Denver Convention Center in Denver, CO. All times Mountain. 15 Open - A5 15... Read More >>

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ESPL Beach Wars in Gulf Shores Championships

February 29, 2016 - Congratulations to Claire Doyle and Ivey Andrews for finishing tied for 3rd in 18U Open Gold [33 teams]. Congratulations to Anna Youngs and Camryn Bossinas for finishing tied for 3rd in 16U Open Gold [56 teams]. Also, they were the only team from GA (~40 teams)... Read More >>

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Week 7: Highly Qualified

February 27, 2016 - Qualifier season starts for the 17's and under this week and were in a few local events to finish February. Colorado Crossroads Qualifier This tournament is being played at the Denver Convention Center in Denver, CO. All times Mountain. 18 American -... Read More >>

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Week 6: The Beast

February 19, 2016 - It's Beast time! And this year, the Beast comes bearing bids for the 18's. Also, a team heads to Jacksonville. Beast of the Southeast Qualifier This tournament is being played at the Georgia International Convention Center in Atlanta, GA. 18 Open... Read More >>

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Week 5: Seven Wanders

February 12, 2016 - We are spread as thin as ever in seven different events from Atlanta to Salt Lake City! Triple Crown Pre-Season NIT This one-day tournament is being played at the Salt Palace in Salt Lake City, UT. All times Mountain. 18 Open - A5 18 Bob A5 18 Bob started... Read More >>

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Prepvolleyball High School All-Americans

February 8, 2016 - Prepvolleyball has selected its 2015 High All-Americans.  Please visit Prepvolleyball.com to read the entire article.  "On the one hand, we are thrilled to recognize 150 deserving players from 40 states as 2015 PrepVolleyball.com All Americans.... Read More >>

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Week 4: Super Girls and Boys

February 6, 2016 - Both girls and boys are in action on a super weekend in Tallahassee, Knoxville and Atlanta! A5 Challenge This one-day tournament is being played at the Southern Volleyball Center in Roswell, GA. 17 Power - A5 17 Jing, A5 17 Marc, A5 16 Gabe A5 17 Jing... Read More >>

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Beach News

February 1, 2016 - All of our Regional teams and many of our National teams competed in the Lucky Charms tournament at Lakepointe last weekend. 18U had 10 teams; 16U had 34 teams and 14U had 10 teams. The highlights:   18 Gold   3rd Place - Regional Sky: Abby... Read More >>

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Week 3: Icebreaker and Beyond

January 29, 2016 - Our first really spread out weekend takes us to Minneapolis, Knoxville and Nashville in addition to the Atlanta metro area. Northern Lights Qualifier This National Qualifier is being played at the Minneapolis Convention Center in Minneapolis, MN. All times Central. ... Read More >>

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Week 2: Winter Returns

January 23, 2016 - Winter returns to Atlanta, but we're elsewhere this weekend: Indy, Jacksonville and Knoxville. Central Zone Invitational This tournament is being played at the Indianapolis Convention Center in Indianapoils, IN. 17 Open - A5 17 Jing A5 17 Jing earned... Read More >>

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Week 1: The Dream Begins

January 16, 2016 - The girls start their season in town with the 18's in a qualifier downtown and most of the rest are at the Southern Dream. The boys head to Chicago. Lil Big South This tournament is a National Qualifier and is being played at the Georgia World Congress Center... Read More >>

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Boys at MOJO Christmas

December 27, 2015 - The boys are spending Christmas vacation in Florida, escaping our warm weather for even warmer weather. MOJO Christmas Tournament This tournament is being played at Lyman High School in Longwood, FL. 18 - A5 18 Marc A5 18 Marc started as the #2 team in Pool... Read More >>

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Brazil Day 7

November 27, 2015 - We ended our Thursday evening with a match against a team from the Tijuca Tennis club. The gym in which we played was open to the outdoors. We played in the 81 degree heat with direct sunlight in our eyes and only about five to six feet of space outside... Read More >>

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Brazil Day 6

November 26, 2015 - Last night we attended a professional volleyball match. One of the players we were able to watch was Courtney Thompson, the US national team setter. Thompson was in the 2012 London olympics. The same team also included the best libero in the world, Fabi, who is... Read More >>

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Day 5: Brazil

November 25, 2015 - So we took off to play one of the best teams so far.  The bus ride was not too long but was fun as always.  The bus drivers here love to drive really fast!  There is so much traffic and the cars come so close to each other. We saw so much graffiti... Read More >>

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Day 4: Brazil

November 23, 2015 - To finish up day 3 we headed to dinner at Octavio in São Paulo just around the corner from our hotel. We were presented with traditional Brazilian dish called "tapioca" which is a type of tortilla filled with eggs, ham, cheese, and tomatoes in it.... Read More >>

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Day 2: Brazil

November 22, 2015 - In order to adjust quickly to the Brazilian time zone, 3 hours ahead, it was suggested that we stayed awake until we arrived back at our hotel at 12:30 amafter the professional volleyball match. At the match, we met Stanford volleyball alumni, Alix Klinenan.... Read More >>

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Day 3: Brazil

November 22, 2015 - Day 3 of Brazil brought us more sleep, no volleyball, and memories we will never forget. We started the day with one of the best hotel breakfasts any of us have ever had, consisting of exotic pastries, fruit, and juices. We then piled into two vans and traveled... Read More >>

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Day 1: Brazil

November 20, 2015 - Today is our first day in Brazil! We landed in São Paulo around 9am after 10 hours of total flying. We had to drive 45 minutes to the hotel to check in and cleaned our selves up. We then went across the street to experience our first Brazilian meal consisting... Read More >>

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A5 Awards Are Piling Up!

October 8, 2015 - October 13, 2015 - A5 players are piling up High School awards as the 2015 GHSA Volleyball Tournament started 14 Oct. These are in no particular order. We hope we got everyone, but invariably a few may have not been reported. If you have All-Area, Senior All-Star,... Read More >>

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A5 Volleyball Club Ranked #2 in the Country!

September 4, 2015 - Triple Crown has released their national club volleyball rankings for 2015 and has A5 at he #2 spot, behind TAV at #1. A5 outranked some of the most storied programs in the country: KIVA, Vision, Skyline, TStreet, Coast, Northern Lights, Sports Performance and OVA,... Read More >>

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Tryout Information and Information Meetings

August 25, 2015 - Informational Meetings Circle the following dates/times/places if you want to hear the latest about the A5 Family of Clubs.  As important -- make sure that your volleyball-playing friends know.  Our phones are already ringing off the hook with questions... Read More >>

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Prepvolleyball "IMPACT FRESHMAN"

August 12, 2015 - As we continue to march toward the 2015 season, High School Dish has been in full swing. Here at Prep, we bring you possible Impact Freshmen. These are players, who despite being just ninth graders, are ready to make contributions right away. It doesn’t... Read More >>

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Georgia Ranked # 16 by Prepvolleyball

August 11, 2015 - Have you ever wondered what states play the best volleyball? At PrepVolleyball.com, we set out to rank the states individually, 1-50, to help answer that question. It’s important to note the state rankings were done with one intention – to have... Read More >>

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Parents Meeting Announced!

August 10, 2015 - August 10, 2015 - We will have information meetings to answer all your questions about club volleyball and A5 Volleyball. We will cover costs, schedules, the "A5" difference, travel, recruiting, and a number of other things regarding club volleyball.... Read More >>

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A5 FALL YOUTH PROGRAMS: REGISTRATION OPEN!

July 18, 2015 - Check out the exciting changes we've made to our YOUTH PROGRAMS!! http://a5volleyball.com/…/1057/a5_spring_fall_youth_clinics…  We've added a middle school league, reformatted our clinics especially for our young ("MINI")... Read More >>

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2015 Season Ends with A Record Eight Teams earning Medal at AAU/USAV Nationals

July 3, 2015 - A5 Family,                                                                The 2015 competitive season... Read More >>

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Week 25: USAV Nationals - The 18's

June 29, 2015 - The 18s run the anchor leg of USAV Nationals. USAV Girls National Championships This tournament is being played at Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, LA. All times Central. 18 Open - A5 18 Bob, A5 18 Marc A5 18 Bob starts as the #2 team in... Read More >>

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Week 24: USAV Nationals - The 17's

June 28, 2015 - The 17s hit the courts on the last Sunday of the season. USAV Girls National Championships This tournament is being played at Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, LA. All times Central. 17 Open - A5 17 Jing A5 17 Jing starts as the #7 team in... Read More >>

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Week 25: USAV Boys Nationals

June 28, 2015 - A5 has a record three teams in Columbus at the USAV Boys Nationals. USAV Boys National Championships This tournament is being played at Greater Columbus Convention Center in Columbus, OH. 18 Club - A5 18 Jeff A5 18 Jeff started as the #4 team in 18 Club Pool... Read More >>

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Week 24: USAV Nationals - The 12's

June 27, 2015 - Five days in, the 12's join the action. USAV Girls National Championships This tournament is being played at Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, LA. All times Central. 12 National - A5 12 Jing A5 12 Jing earned the overall #4 seed and was... Read More >>

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Week 24: AAU Nationals Day 11

June 26, 2015 - 16 Heather takes our last shot at a medal on Day 11 of AAUs. AAU Girls National Championships This tournament is being played at the HP Fieldhouse and Jostens Center at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, FL, the Orange County Convention... Read More >>

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Week 24: USAV Nationals - The 13's

June 26, 2015 - The 13s hit New Orleans on the 4th day of USAV Nationals. USAV Girls National Championships This tournament is being played at Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, LA. All times Central. 13 Open - A5 13 PC A5 13 PC started as the #7 team in 13... Read More >>

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Week 24: AAU Nationals Day 10

June 25, 2015 - 16 Heather can make the 16 Classic Championship Bracket on Day 10 of AAUs. AAU Girls National Championships This tournament is being played at the HP Fieldhouse and Jostens Center at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, FL, the Orange County... Read More >>

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Week 24: USAV Nationals - The 16's

June 25, 2015 - The 16s get started on the 3rd day of USAV Nationals. USAV Girls National Championships This tournament is being played at Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, LA. All times Central. 16 Open - A5 16 Jackie A5 16 Jackie started as the #3 team... Read More >>

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Week 24: AAU Nationals Day 9

June 24, 2015 - 16 Heather starts their solo journey on Day 9 of AAUs. AAU Girls National Championships This tournament is being played at the HP Fieldhouse and Jostens Center at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, FL, the Orange County Convention Center... Read More >>

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Week 24: USAV Girls Nationals - The 15's

June 24, 2015 - The Southern Region boasts 7 15's teams, 4 from the A5 family. USAV Girls National Championships This tournament is being played at Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, LA. All times Central. 15 Open - A5 15 Gabe A5 15 Gabe earned the overall... Read More >>

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Week 24: AAU Nationals Day 8

June 23, 2015 - Two more medal chances and the last of our teams joins the tournament on Day 8 of AAUs. AAU Girls National Championships This tournament is being played at the HP Fieldhouse and Jostens Center at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, FL, the... Read More >>

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Week 24: USAV Girls Nationals - The 14's

June 23, 2015 - The 14's are up first in New Orleans. USAV Girls National Championships This tournament is being played at Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, LA. All times Central. 14 Open - A5 14 Suzanne A5 14 Suzanne earned the overall #4 seed and... Read More >>

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Week 24: AAU Nationals Day 7

June 22, 2015 - Another medal chance and everyone else in contention on Day 7 of AAUs. AAU Girls National Championships This tournament is being played at the HP Fieldhouse and Jostens Center at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, FL, the Orange County... Read More >>

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Week 23: AAU Nationals Day 6

June 21, 2015 - An opportunity for two more medals on Day 6 of AAUs. AAU Girls National Championships This tournament is being played at the HP Fieldhouse and Jostens Center at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, FL, the Orange County Convention Center... Read More >>

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Week 23: AAU Nationals Day 5

June 20, 2015 - After picking up three medals in the first session, we start all over again on Day 5 of AAUs. AAU Girls National Championships This tournament is being played at the HP Fieldhouse and Jostens Center at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista,... Read More >>

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Week 23: AAU Nationals Day 4

June 19, 2015 - We have a shot seven championships on Day 4 of AAUs. AAU Girls National Championships This tournament is being played at the HP Fieldhouse and Jostens Center at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, FL, the Orange County Convention Center... Read More >>

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Week 23: AAU Nationals Day 3

June 18, 2015 - We're all angling for the best bracket we can make on Day 3 of AAUs. AAU Girls National Championships This tournament is being played at the HP Fieldhouse and Jostens Center at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, FL, the Orange County... Read More >>

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Week 23: AAU Nationals Day 2

June 17, 2015 - Everyone is still in it as we enter Day 2 of AAUs. AAU Girls National Championships This tournament is being played at the HP Fieldhouse and Jostens Center at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, FL, the Orange County Convention Center in... Read More >>

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Week 23: AAU Nationals Day 1

June 16, 2015 - We end the season by beginning 18 days of Nationals with the first day of AAUs. AAU Girls National Championships This tournament is being played at the HP Fieldhouse and Jostens Center at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, FL, the Orange... Read More >>

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Week 19: East Coast Championships

May 23, 2015 - The boys play in their last bid tournament of the spring up in Richmond. Boys' East Coast Championships This tournament is being played at the Richmond Convention Center in Richmond, VA. 16 Open - A5 16 Adam A5 16 Adam started as the #2 team in 16 Open... Read More >>

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Week 15: Regionals!

April 24, 2015 - One last shot to earn some bids at the SRVA Regional Championships, a club event for the young ones, and one team heads to Salt Lake City. Triple Crown Championships This tournament is being played at the Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City, UT. All... Read More >>

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Week 14: Bid Along, Little Dogie

April 17, 2015 - We wrap up qualifier season with trips to Disney and Dallas. Disney Qualifier This tournament is being played at the HP Fieldhouse and the Jostens Center in Lake Buena Vista, FL and the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL. 18 Open - A5 18 Bob, A5... Read More >>

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Week 12: Easter Bid Hunt

April 3, 2015 - Spring storms have started. Easter is here. It must be time for the Big South Qualifier! Big South Qualifier This tournament is being played at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, GA. 18 Open - A5 18 Bob, A5 18 Marc A5 18 Bob earned the overall #2... Read More >>

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Week 11: Out Like a Lion

March 28, 2015 - It may be the calm before the Big South, but we will not let March go out like a lamb as we travel to Birmingham and play a couple locals. AAU Super Regional This tournament is being played at the Birmingham CrossPlex and Carver High School in Birmingham, AL.... Read More >>

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Week 10: Youth Festival and Spring Fling

March 21, 2015 - Four more events, but in three cities, as a trip to Indy has bids available. Southern Youth Festival This tournament is being played at the Southern Volleyball Center (SVC) in Roswell, GA, the Suwanee Sports Academy (SSA) in Suwanee, GA, and the Peachtree Center... Read More >>

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Week 10: All Things Being Equinox

March 20, 2015 - Four more events, but in three cities, as a trip to Indy has bids available. Mideast Qualifier This tournament is being played at the Indiana Convention Center and the Incrediplex in Indianapolis, IN. 18 Open - A5 18 Bob A5 18 Bob earned the overall #3 seed... Read More >>

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Week 9: Ides on the Prize

March 13, 2015 - Four cities from St. Louis to Nashville to Atlanta to Jacksonville as we take aim at our first bid to Nationals. Mideast Qualifier This tournament is being played at the Amercia's Center in St. Louis, MO. All times Central. 14 Open - A5 14 Suzanne A5 14... Read More >>

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Week 8: Southern Classic (Part 3)

March 9, 2015 - We dodge some late season snow in Louisville, KY, get spread out around the state of South Carolina, and play a one-day at home. And Daylight Savings Time starts Saturday night. Southern Classic This tournament is being played at the Fike Center at Clemson University... Read More >>

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Week 8: Leapin' Littles and SAVL Spring Madness (Part 2)

March 8, 2015 - We dodge some late season snow in Louisville, KY, get spread out around the state of South Carolina, and play a one-day at home. And Daylight Savings Time starts Saturday night. Leapin' Littles This tournament is being played at the Peachtree City Volleyball... Read More >>

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Week 8: Spring (almost) Forward (Part 1)

March 7, 2015 - We dodge some late season snow in Louisville, KY, get spread out around the state of South Carolina, and play a one-day at home. And Daylight Savings Time starts Saturday night. Active Ankle Bluegrass Tournament This tournament is being played at the Kentucky... Read More >>

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Week 7: In space, no one can hear it grow on you

February 28, 2015 - We finish the month of February at home and in Huntsville. Kudzu Klassic This tournament is being played at various locations north of Atlanta, GA. 18 Boys - A5 18 Jeff, A5 16 Adam A5 18 Jeff earned the overall #1 seed and was #1 in 18 Boys Pool R1P1. A5 16... Read More >>

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PRACTICE IS CANCELLED 2/25!

February 25, 2015 - Practice is cancelled for 2/25 - be safe!   Read More >>

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Week 6: The Beast and the Jam

February 21, 2015 - A new weekend brings a new challenge in the Beast of the Southeast in Atlanta, GA, and the JJVA Jax Jam in Jacksonville, FL. Beast of the Southeast This tournament is being played at the Georgia International Convention Center in Atlanta, GA. 18 Open - A5 18... Read More >>

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Week 5: Presidential Sweet

February 14, 2015 - Presidents' Day weekend merges with Valentine's Day and has us in four tournaments, two at home and two on the road. Sports Performance Presidents' Day Challenge This tournament is being played at the Great Lakes Center (GLC) in Aurora, IL, and the... Read More >>

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Week 5: Boys, 14 Club and under, BVC and Tsunami

February 14, 2015 - Presidents' Day weekend merges with Valentine's Day and has us in four tournaments, two at home and two on the road. First Lady's Challenge This tournament is being played at the Georgia International Convention Center in Atlanta, GA. 18 Boys -... Read More >>

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Week 4: Panhandlin'

February 7, 2015 - A quick road trip to Tallahasse and Knoxville before the big Presidents' Day tournaments. Tallahassee Invitational This tournament is being played at various locations in Tallahassee, FL. 17 Open - A5 15 Gabe A5 15 Gabe started as the E2 team in Pool R1P5. ... Read More >>

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Week 3: Boys Florida Fest

February 1, 2015 - Florida Fest This tournament is being played at the Ocean Center in Daytona Beach, FL. This is a boys' bid tournament, so there are some trips to Columbus, OH on the line. 18 Open - A5 18 Jeff A5 18 Jeff started as the #5 team in Pool R1P3. Sat... Read More >>

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Week 3: Put on your Super Suit

January 31, 2015 - Back at home for the Icebreaker and at the same time visiting Knoxville, Nashville and Daytona. Icebreaker This tournament is being played at the Suwanee Sports Academy, the Southern Volleyball Center and Peachtree Ridge High School. 18/17 Power - A5 18 Marc,... Read More >>

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Spring Youth and Summer Camp Dates:

January 26, 2015 - Registration for the 2015 Spring Youth Clinic is now open! Tentative dates for summer camps (info/registration will be on our website on 1/31/15): Volleyball Bootcamp - June 1-4 9am-4pm *must have 2 yrs previous club experience Youth Development Camp - June... Read More >>

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Week 2: On the Road Again

January 24, 2015 - Our first road trips take us to Indianapolis, Knoxville and Jacksonville. Central Zone Invitational This tournament is being played at the Indianapolis Convention Center in Indianapolis, IN. 17 Open - A5 17 Jing A5 17 Jing started as the #3 team in Pool 2. ... Read More >>

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Week 1: Dream Big - Day 3

January 19, 2015 - It's the start of the 2015 season and we're at home in the Southern Dream! Southern Dream This tournament is being played at the Suwanee Sports Academy (SSA) and the Gwinnett Convention Center (GCC). 18 Power - A5 18 Bob, A5 18 Marc, A5 18 Katie, A5... Read More >>

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Week 1: Dream Big - Day 2

January 18, 2015 - It's the start of the 2015 season and we're at home in the Southern Dream! Southern Dream This tournament is being played at the Suwanee Sports Academy (SSA) and the Gwinnett Convention Center (GCC). 18 Power - A5 18 Bob, A5 18 Marc, A5 18 Katie, A5... Read More >>

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Week 1: Dream Big - Day 1

January 17, 2015 - It's the start of the 2015 season and we're at home in the Southern Dream! Southern Dream This tournament is being played at the Suwanee Sports Academy (SSA) and the Gwinnett Convention Center (GCC). 18 Power - A5 18 Bob, A5 18 Marc, A5 18 Katie, A5... Read More >>

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Boys: MOJO Christmas Classic

December 27, 2014 - You thought the season was still three weeks away, didn't you? Our largest-ever boys program gets 2015 started early with a warm trip to Florida! MOJO Christmas Classic This tournament is being played at Lyman High School in Longwood, FL. 17-18 - A5 18... Read More >>

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A5 Europe Diary Entry #8

December 6, 2014 - Final reflections from all the players: Riley Fischer: I had so much fun on the Europe trip! I enjoyed playing against the experienced teams and visiting all of the beautiful cities and shops. The girls were the best! Being younger, I wasn't sure if they... Read More >>

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A5 Europe Diary Entry #7

November 29, 2014 - Today was Day 8!! We met in the lobby for breakfast at 7:45, and left on our trek for Milan at 8:30. From the hotel we took a two hour bus ride to Verona, where we spent the morning. In Verona we saw the Romeo and Juliet balcony, the colosseum, and got to shop!... Read More >>

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A5 Europe Diary Entry #6

November 28, 2014 - Day 6 On Day 6 we woke up early and traveled to the capital of Slovenia, Ljubjana. There we explored the beautiful city and learned more about the culture. As a team, we enjoyed the food and the shopping the city had to offer. After we experienced Ljubjana, the... Read More >>

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A5 Europe - Diary Entry #5

November 26, 2014 - Today is day number five. We got to sleep in a little and met in the lobby at 9:30 for breakfast. From breakfast we headed out to explore Maribor. In the downtown city we saw the oldest vine that produces wine that is now only given as gifts or at special occasions.... Read More >>

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A5 Europe - Diary Entry #4

November 25, 2014 - Today our adventure began early, starting with eating breakfast with Celeste. Celeste plays with the Slovenian National team that we played yesterday. She is from Denver and plays for Colorado Volleyball Academy. After eating, we drove two and a half hours to Bled,... Read More >>

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A5 Europe - Diary Entry #3

November 24, 2014 - Today, we traveled from Vienna, Austria to Maribor, Slovenia. On the bus ride there, some people slept, some talked, and some listened to music. It was about a two hour drive to our hotel. Once we got to the hotel, we had a lunch that was already prepared for us.... Read More >>

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A5 Europe - Diary Entry #2

November 23, 2014 - Today our team had a fun day of sightseeing! We started off the day by having breakfast in the hotel. We got to try lots if new typical European breakfast foods like brats. Then we went to the Schönbrunn Palace. We did the guided tour, walked through the gardens,... Read More >>

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A5 Europe - Diary Entry #1

November 22, 2014 - Today might be the longest day of our lives. Most of us went to school Thursday morning in America and then met at the airport. We were all so excited to start our journey together. Since Thursday morning, we have spent about a total of 20 hours either flying or... Read More >>

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A5 Season Awards

October 16, 2014 - October 15, 2014 - A5 players are piling up High School awards as the 2013 GHSA Volleyball Tournament started 15 Oct. These are in no particular order. We hope we got everyone, but invariably a few may have not been reported. If you have All-Area, Senior All-Star,... Read More >>

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Southern Showcase Registration

September 4, 2014 - “Registration for the 2014 Southern Volleyball Showcase is now open! One of the top recruiting combines in the country, the Southern Volleyball Showcase provides a vehicle for athletes playing 16′s and above in club to demonstrate their volleyball skills... Read More >>

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A5 Tryout Registration Open

September 4, 2014 - As players and their families are focused on high school and middle school seasons, your Leadership Group has been hard at work planning for the coming season.   Toward that end, registration for tryouts is now open.  You'll need to register on line... Read More >>

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Tryout Dates Announced

August 28, 2014 - A5 Tryout dates for 2014-2015 club season: 10s/11s: Tryouts: Oct.14 5:30-7:30pm SVC Callbacks: Oct. 16 6:00-8:00pm Cooler 12s:  Tryouts: Oct. 11 3:00-5:30pm SVC Callbacks: Oct. 15 6:00-8:00pm Cooler 13s: Tryouts: Oct. 11 12:00-2:30pm SVC Callbacks:... Read More >>

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A5 Ranked # 5

August 24, 2014 - A5 Ranked #5 in the U.S. by Triple Crown Sports   One of the goals that we established in our 2008 Five-Year Plan was that, when volleyball insiders mused about the top ten volleyball clubs in the country, A5 was a relevant part of any such discussion.   Th... Read More >>

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Information Meetings for 2014-15

August 4, 2014 - A5 Family,          We're always asked whether players/families need to attend the Informational Meetings, and our answer is this:     For families/players who have never played for our club, it is an absolute... Read More >>

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A5 2014 Trip to Italy

July 23, 2014 - Tryouts and Informational Meeting for 2014 Trip to Italy Set for Thursday, July 24 7:00 P.M. @ SVC As we mentioned seven months ago, we are hopeful that the 2013 trip to China, which included some sightseeing and a considerable amount of international competition,... Read More >>

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USAV National Championships - Day 10

July 3, 2014 - We are done with 17 days of National Championship competition to wrap up the 2014 season! There were 30 SRVA teams, including 17 from the A5 family, at the USAV Nationals. USAV Boys and Girls National Volleyball Championships The girls' tournament is being... Read More >>

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USAV National Championships - Day 9

July 2, 2014 - We are nearly done with 17 days of National Championship competition to wrap up the 2014 season! There are 30 SRVA teams, including 17 from the A5 family, at the USAV Nationals. USAV Boys and Girls National Volleyball Championships The girls' tournament is... Read More >>

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USAV National Championships - Day 8

July 1, 2014 - We continue 17 days of National Championship competition to wrap up the 2014 season! There are 30 SRVA teams, including 17 from the A5 family, at the USAV Nationals. USAV Boys and Girls National Volleyball Championships The girls' tournament is being played... Read More >>

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USAV National Championships - Day 7

June 30, 2014 - We continue 17 days of National Championship competition to wrap up the 2014 season! There are 30 SRVA teams, including 17 from the A5 family, at the USAV Nationals. USAV Boys and Girls National Volleyball Championships The girls' tournament is being played... Read More >>

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USAV National Championships - Day 6

June 29, 2014 - We continue 17 days of National Championship competition to wrap up the 2014 season! There are 30 SRVA teams, including 17 from the A5 family, at the USAV Nationals. USAV Boys and Girls National Volleyball Championships The girls' tournament is being played... Read More >>

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USAV National Championships - Day 5

June 28, 2014 - We continue 17 days of National Championship competition to wrap up the 2014 season! There are 30 SRVA teams, including 17 from the A5 family, at the USAV Nationals. USAV Boys and Girls National Volleyball Championships The girls' tournament is being played... Read More >>

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USAV National Championships - Day 4

June 27, 2014 - We continue 17 days of National Championship competition to wrap up the 2014 season! There are 30 SRVA teams, including 17 from the A5 family, at the USAV Nationals. USAV Girls National Volleyball Championships This tournament is being played at the Minneapolis... Read More >>

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USAV National Championships - Day 3

June 26, 2014 - We continue 17 days of National Championship competition to wrap up the 2014 season! There are 30 SRVA teams, including 17 from the A5 family, at the USAV Nationals. USAV Girls National Volleyball Championships This tournament is being played at the Minneapolis... Read More >>

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USAV National Championships - Day 2

June 25, 2014 - We continue 17 days of National Championship competition to wrap up the 2014 season! There are 30 SRVA teams, including 17 from the A5 family, at the USAV Nationals. USAV Girls National Volleyball Championships This tournament is being played at the Minneapolis... Read More >>

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AAU and USAV National Championships - Day 8 and Day 1

June 24, 2014 - We continue 17 days of National Championship competition to wrap up the 2014 season! There are a record number of teams from Georgia and the SRVA at AAUs this year - close to 150 of them, including nearly 40 from the A5 family. There are 30 SRVA teams, including... Read More >>

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AAU National Championships - Day 7

June 23, 2014 - We continue 17 days of National Championship competition to wrap up the 2014 season! There are a record number of teams from Georgia and the SRVA at AAUs this year - close to 150 of them, including nearly 40 from the A5 family. Be sure to look in on the GA5 and... Read More >>

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AAU National Championships - Day 6

June 22, 2014 - We continue 17 days of National Championship competition to wrap up the 2014 season! There are a record number of teams from Georgia and the SRVA at AAUs this year - close to 150 of them, including nearly 40 from the A5 family. Be sure to look in on the GA5 and... Read More >>

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AAU National Championships - Day 5

June 21, 2014 - We continue 17 days of National Championship competition to wrap up the 2014 season! There are a record number of teams from Georgia and the SRVA at AAUs this year - close to 150 of them, including nearly 40 from the A5 family. Be sure to look in on the GA5 and... Read More >>

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AAU National Championships - Day 4

June 20, 2014 - We continue 17 days of National Championship competition to wrap up the 2014 season! There are a record number of teams from Georgia and the SRVA at AAUs this year - close to 150 of them, including nearly 40 from the A5 family. Be sure to look in on the GA5 and... Read More >>

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AAU National Championships - Day 3

June 19, 2014 - We now start 17 days of National Championship competition to wrap up the 2014 season! There are a record number of teams from Georgia and the SRVA at AAUs this year - close to 150 of them, including nearly 40 from the A5 family. Be sure to look in on the GA5 and... Read More >>

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AAU National Championships - Day 2

June 18, 2014 - We now start 17 days of National Championship competition to wrap up the 2014 season! There are a record number of teams from Georgia and the SRVA at AAUs this year - close to 150 of them, including nearly 40 from the A5 family. Be sure to look in on the GA5 and... Read More >>

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AAU National Championships - Day 1

June 17, 2014 - We now start 17 days of National Championship competition to wrap up the 2014 season! There are a record number of teams from Georgia and the SRVA at AAUs this year - close to 150 of them, including nearly 40 from the A5 family. Be sure to look in on the GA5 and... Read More >>

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Week 21: Chicago in Summer - Day 2

June 8, 2014 - 15 Mike heads to Chicago - in June, not February. Sports Performance Pre-Nationals This tournament is being played at the Rosemont Sports Dome in Rosemont, IL. 15 Open - A5 15 Mike Gold Bracket Sun 8 Jun 8:00am A5 15 Mike vs. Dunes 15 Black W 25-19,... Read More >>

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Week 21: Chicago in Summer - Day 1

June 7, 2014 - 15 Mike heads to Chicago - in June, not February. Sports Performance Pre-Nationals This tournament is being played at the Rosemont Sports Dome in Rosemont, IL. 15 Open - A5 15 Mike 15 Mike earned the overall #2 seed and was #1 in Pool B. Sat 7 Jun 8:00am... Read More >>

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Week 19: Boys' Weekend - Day 3

May 26, 2014 - 14 Kip spends Memorial Day in Richmond. East Coast Championships This tournament is being played at the Richmond Convention Center in Richmond, VA. 14 Open - A5 14 Kip Silver Bracket Mon 26 May 11:00am A5 14 Kip vs. Long Island 14 Gold W 25-19,... Read More >>

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Week 19: Boys' Weekend - Day 2

May 25, 2014 - 14 Kip spends Memorial Day in Richmond. East Coast Championships This tournament is being played at the Richmond Convention Center in Richmond, VA. 14 Open - A5 14 Kip 14 Kip continued as the #4 team in Pool R2G1P3. Sun 25 May 4:00pm A5 14 Kip vs.... Read More >>

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Week 19: Boys' Weekend - Day 1

May 23, 2014 - 14 Kip spends Memorial Day in Richmond. East Coast Championships This tournament is being played at the Richmond Convention Center in Richmond, VA. 14 Open - A5 14 Kip 14 Kip started as the #2 team in Pool P2. Sat 24 May 4:00pm A5 14 Kip vs. Long... Read More >>

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Week 17: Wasatch Weekend - Day 3

May 11, 2014 - 18 Bob heads west for the Triple Crown Championships.13 Chad stays home. Triple Crown National Volleyball Championships This tournament is being played at the Salt Palace in Salt Lake City, UT. All times Mountain. 18 Open - A5 18 Bob Consolation Bracket S... Read More >>

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Week 17: Wasatch Weekend - Day 2

May 10, 2014 - 18 Bob heads west for the Triple Crown Championships.13 Chad stays home. A5 Beach heads to Tybee Island. Triple Crown National Volleyball Championships This tournament is being played at the Salt Palace in Salt Lake City, UT. All times Mountain. 18 Open - A5... Read More >>

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Week 17: Wasatch Weekend - Day 1

May 9, 2014 - 18 Bob heads west for the Triple Crown Championships. Triple Crown National Volleyball Championships This tournament is being played at the Salt Palace in Salt Lake City, UT. All times Mountain. 18 Open - A5 18 Bob 18 Bob earned the overall #1 seed and was... Read More >>

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Week 15: The Road to Minneapolis - Day 2

April 27, 2014 - We have six bids going into Regionals and hope to leave with more. 18 Bob, 17 Jing, 15 Mike, 14 Suzanne and 13 PC have Open bids and are not allowed to compete. 14 Karen has a 14 USA bid, which can be upgraded to a 14 National bid. SRVA Region Championships This... Read More >>

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Week 15: The Road to Minneapolis - Day 1

April 26, 2014 - We have six bids going into Regionals and hope to leave with more. 18 Bob, 17 Jing, 15 Mike, 14 Suzanne and 13 PC have Open bids and are not allowed to compete. 14 Karen has a 14 USA bid, which can be upgraded to a 14 National bid. SRVA Region Championships This... Read More >>

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Week 14: Three Qualifiers and a One-Day - Day 3

April 20, 2014 - We are in three qualifiers in four locations and play a one-day event in Forest Park. Northeast Qualifier This tournament is being played at the Philadelphia Convention Center in Philadelphia, PA and the Gaylord National Convention Center in National Harbor, MD. 18... Read More >>

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Week 14: Three Qualifiers and a One-Day - Day 2

April 19, 2014 - We are in three qualifiers in four locations and play a one-day event in Forest Park. Northeast Qualifier This tournament is being played at the Philadelphia Convention Center in Philadelphia, PA and the Gaylord National Convention Center in National Harbor, MD. 18... Read More >>

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Week 14: Three Qualifiers and a One-Day - Day 1

April 18, 2014 - We are in three qualifiers in four locations and play a one-day event in Forest Park. Northeast Qualifier This tournament is being played at the Philadelphia Convention Center in Philadelphia, PA and the Gaylord National Convention Center in National Harbor, MD. 18... Read More >>

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Week 13: Volley Forge - Day 3

April 14, 2014 - We take another shot at a bid at the Northeast Qualifier. Northeast Qualifier This tournament is being played at the Philadelphia Convention Center in Philadelphia, PA. 16 Open - A5 16 Jackie Bronze Bracket Mon 14 Apr 9:00am A5 16 Jackie vs. Mintonette... Read More >>

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Week 13: Volley Forge - Day 2

April 13, 2014 - We take another shot at a bid at the Northeast Qualifier. Northeast Qualifier This tournament is being played at the Philadelphia Convention Center in Philadelphia, PA. 16 Open - A5 16 Jackie 16 Jackie continued as the #2 team in Pool R2D1P4. Sun... Read More >>

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Week 13: Volley Forge - Day 1

April 12, 2014 - We take another shot at a bid at the Northeast Qualifier and play a one-day event in Chattanooga. Northeast Qualifier This tournament is being played at the Philadelphia Convention Center in Philadelphia, PA. 16 Open - A5 16 Jackie 16 Jackie started as the... Read More >>

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Week 12: Even Bigger South - Day 3

April 6, 2014 - It's biggest volleyball weekend in the world: the Big South Qualifier! We will have 25 teams in action, so get ready to gorge yourself on three days and 170 courts of volleyball across four different halls. Big South Qualifier This tournament is being played... Read More >>

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Week 12: Even Bigger South - Day 2

April 5, 2014 - It's biggest volleyball weekend in the world: the Big South Qualifier! We will have 25 teams in action, so get ready to gorge yourself on three days and 170 courts of volleyball across four different halls. Big South Qualifier This tournament is being played... Read More >>

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Week 12: Even Bigger South - Day 1

April 4, 2014 - It's biggest volleyball weekend in the world: the Big South Qualifier! We will have 25 teams in action, so get ready to gorge yourself on three days and 170 courts of volleyball across four different halls. Big South Qualifier 18 Open - A5 18 Bob 18 Bob... Read More >>

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Week 11: It's a Ball World - Day 3

March 30, 2014 - We are at the Disney Qualifier, an AAU event and a local event this weekend. And I'm sorry I put that song in your head. Disney Volleyball Showcase This tournament is being played at the Disney Wide World of Sports complex and the Orange County Convention... Read More >>

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Week 11: It's a Ball World - Day 2

March 29, 2014 - We are at the Disney Qualifier, an AAU event and a local event this weekend. And I'm sorry I put that song in your head. Disney Volleyball Showcase This tournament is being played at the Disney Wide World of Sports complex and the Orange County Convention... Read More >>

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Week 11: It's a Ball World - Day 1

March 25, 2014 - We are at the Disney Qualifier, an AAU event and a local event this weekend. And I'm sorry I put that song in your head. Disney Volleyball Showcase This tournament is being played at the Disney Wide World of Sports complex and the Orange County Convention... Read More >>

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Week 10: All Things Being Equinox - Day 3

March 23, 2014 - Another week, another qualifier. Plus, we're at home in the Kudzu Klassic. Mideast Qualifier This tournament is being played at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, IN. 18 Open - A5 18 Bob Gold Pool 3 Sun 23 Mar 8:00am A5 18 Bob vs.... Read More >>

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Week 10: All Things Being Equinox - Day 2

March 22, 2014 - Another week, another qualifier. Plus, we're at home in the Kudzu Klassic. Mideast Qualifier This tournament is being played at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, IN. 18 Open - A5 18 Bob 18 Bob continued as the #1 team in Pool R2G1P3. Sat... Read More >>

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Week 10: All Things Being Equinox - Day 1

March 20, 2014 - Another week, another qualifier. Plus, we're at home in the Kudzu Klassic. Mideast Qualifier This tournament is being played at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, IN. 18 Open - A5 18 Bob 18 Bob earned the #3 overall seed and was #1 in Pool... Read More >>

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Week 9: Ide Out - Day 3

March 16, 2014 - Qualifier season continues with two qualifiers at once. Colorado Crossroads Qualifier This tournament is being played at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver, CO. All times Mountain. 18 American - A5 18 Marc Gold Bracket Sun 16 Mar 8:00am A5... Read More >>

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Week 9: Ide Out - Day 2

March 15, 2014 - Qualifier season continues with two qualifiers at once. Colorado Crossroads Qualifier This tournament is being played at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver, CO. All times Mountain. 18 American - A5 18 Marc 18 Marc continued as the #1 team in Division... Read More >>

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Week 9: Ide Out - Day 1

March 14, 2014 - Qualifier season continues with two qualifiers at once. Colorado Crossroads Qualifier This tournament is being played at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver, CO. All times Mountain. 18 American - A5 18 Marc 18 Marc earned the #1 overall seed and was #1... Read More >>

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Week 8: Six Places at Once - Day 3

March 10, 2014 - We are wrapping up our first qualifier. Colorado Crossroads Qualifier This tournament is being played at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver, CO. All times Mountain. 14 Open - A5 14 Suzanne 14 Suzanne continued as the #3 team in Division 1 Gold Pool 1. ... Read More >>

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Week 8: Six Places at Once - Day 2

March 9, 2014 - We are in six different cities in six different states. Colorado Crossroads Qualifier This tournament is being played at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver, CO. All times Mountain. 14 Open - A5 14 Suzanne 14 Suzanne continued as the #4 team in Division... Read More >>

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Week 8: Six Places at Once - Day 1

March 8, 2014 - We are in six different cities in six different states. Colorado Crossroads Qualifier This tournament is being played at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver, CO. All times Mountain. 14 Open - A5 14 Suzanne 14 Suzanne earned the #2 overall seed and was... Read More >>

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Week 7: In Like Lions - Day 2

March 2, 2014 - We spread out from Huntsville to Jacksonville to start the month of March. NASA Big Spring Bash This tournament is being played at the Von Braun Center in Huntsville, AL. All times Central. 17 Power - A5 17 Bill Gold Bracket Sun 2 Mar 8:00am A5... Read More >>

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Week 7: In Like Lions - Day 1

March 1, 2014 - We spread out from Huntsville to Jacksonville to start the month of March. NASA Big Spring Bash This tournament is being played at the Von Braun Center in Huntsville, AL. All times Central. 17 Power - A5 17 Bill 17 Bill started as the #2 team in Pool R1G1PC. ... Read More >>

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Week 6: Beauty of a Beast - Day 2

February 23, 2014 - We are at home for our toughest local tournament: the Beast of the Southeast, while one team hits the road. Beast of the Southeast This tournament is being played at the Suwanee Sports Academy in Suwanee, GA and the Southern Volleyball Center in Roswell, GA. 18... Read More >>

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Week 6: Beauty of a Beast - Day 1

February 22, 2014 - We are at home for our toughest local tournament: the Beast of the Southeast, while one team hits the road. Beast of the Southeast This tournament is being played at the Suwanee Sports Academy in Suwanee, GA and the Southern Volleyball Center in Roswell, GA. 18... Read More >>

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Week 5: Presidential Competition - Day 3

February 17, 2014 - The winter storms are over - for now - and we're glad we play an indoor sport. We'll stay warm and toasty inside gyms in Atlanta and Chicago. Sports Performance Presidents Day Challenge This tournament is being played at the Great Lakes Center in Aurora,... Read More >>

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Week 5: Presidential Competition - Day 2

February 16, 2014 - The winter storms are over - for now - and we're glad we play an indoor sport. We'll stay warm and toasty inside gyms in Atlanta and Chicago. Sports Performance Presidents Day Challenge This tournament is being played at the Great Lakes Center in Aurora,... Read More >>

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Week 5: Presidential Competiton - Day 1

February 15, 2014 - The winter storms are over - for now - and we're glad we play an indoor sport. We'll stay warm and toasty inside gyms in Atlanta and Chicago. Sports Performance Presidents Day Challenge This tournament is being played at the Great Lakes Center in Aurora,... Read More >>

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Practice is on 2/13

February 13, 2014 - All, The snow is melting before my very eyes; the sun is trying to peek out; the temperature is rising. In short, practice for today/tonight is ON! The schedule has been changed, though. The amended practice schedule is posted on the website. As always,... Read More >>

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Practice Cancelled 2/12

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Practice 2/11

February 11, 2014 - Practice is cancelled tonight 2/11. We will make another decision about Wednesday's practice once Mother Nature reveals herself to us tomorrow. SVC will be open this afternoon in the event that a few coaches are able to and desirous of getting some work in... Read More >>

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Week 4: Chattanooga and Columbia

February 8, 2014 - A low key weekend in Tennessee and South Carolina. Below is the schedule I have, but neither tournament has any online data, so we're going old school this weekend. Choo Choo Tournament This tournament is being played at Signal Mountain High School in Signal... Read More >>

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A5 Piles Up Post Season Awards

February 7, 2014 - November 9, 2013 - A5 players are piling up High School awards as the 2013 GHSA Volleyball Tournament started 16 Oct. These are in no particular order. We hope we got everyone, but invariably a few may have not been reported. If you have All-Area, Senior... Read More >>

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SATURDAY FEB. 8 & MAR. 1, XSP WILL HOLD VOLLEYBALL COMBINE! (SPEED and EXPLOSIVENESS)

February 6, 2014 - XSP will hold a combine both on Saturday Feb. 8 and March 1 from 11-2p.m. at 1815 Hembree Rd. Unit 302. We will test your athlete’s vertical (both approach and block jump), broad jump, a 40 yd shuttle and Body Fat percentage (athletes over 16). All ages are... Read More >>

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Week 3: Super Sunday

February 2, 2014 - We have a super weekend ahead here at home and on the road. Icebreaker This tournament is being played at the Suwanee Sports Academy, the Southern Volleyball Center and the Peachtree City Volleyball Center in the metro Atlanta, GA area. 18 Power - A5 18 Marc,... Read More >>

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Week 3 - Super Saturday

February 1, 2014 - We have a super weekend ahead here at home and on the road. Icebreaker This tournament is being played at the Suwanee Sports Academy, the Southern Volleyball Center and the Peachtree City Volleyball Center in the metro Atlanta, GA area. 18 Power - A5 18 Marc,... Read More >>

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Practice Cancelled Wed Jan 29

January 29, 2014 - All practices are CANCELLED for Wednesday, January 29 due to the winter weather. Stay Safe and Stay Warm! Read More >>

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PRACTICE CANCELLED FOR TUES JAN 28

January 28, 2014 - All practices are CANCELLED for Tuesday, January 28 due to the winter weather. Stay Safe and Stay Warm! Read More >>

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Week 2: Wintry Mix

January 25, 2014 - Week 2 has us in Jacksonville and Knoxville. JJVA River City Winter Blast This tournament is being played at the JJVA Center and the Jax Ice & Sportsplex in Jacksonville, FL. 18 Girls - A5 17 Bill 17 Bill earned the overall #4 seed and was #1 in Pool R1P4. ... Read More >>

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Prepvolleyball National Rankings

January 22, 2014 - Congrats to our 18 Bob, 17 Jing for starting the 2014 pre-season rankings:   in the 18's division: 18. A5 “for Fighting” (Georgia) The Facts: This group was one of the best in the nation as 16-year-olds but not quite as good last year,... Read More >>

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Southern Dream Day 3

January 20, 2014 - It's the start of the 2014 and we're at home in the Southern Dream! Southern Dream This tournament is being played at the Suwanee Sports Academy (SSA) and the Gwinnett Center Convention Center (GCCC). 18 Power - A5 18 Bob, A5 18 Marc, A5 17 Jing Gold... Read More >>

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Southern Dream Day 2

January 19, 2014 - It's the start of the 2014 and we're at home in the Southern Dream! Southern Dream This tournament is being played at the Suwanee Sports Academy (SSA) and the Gwinnett Center Convention Center (GCCC). 18 Power - A5 18 Bob, A5 18 Marc, A5 17 Jing A5... Read More >>

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Southern Dream Day 1

January 18, 2014 - It's the start of the 2014 and we're at home in the Southern Dream! Southern Dream This tournament is being played at the Suwanee Sports Academy (SSA) and the Gwinnett Center Convention Center (GCCC). 18 Power - A5 18 Bob, A5 18 Marc, A5 17 Jing A5... Read More >>

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Alumni Match This Saturday

December 20, 2013 - Every year our annual Alumnae Match has gotten a little bit better, but this year the event promises to come close to the tradition we envisioned when we created it years ago.  The Match has traditionally been heavily attended by college freshmen, home from... Read More >>

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Chasing the Sun 2013

December 2, 2013 - The facts are these: 15 Players Three Coaches 11 Days Three Cities (Bejing, Nanjing and Shangai) Three Amazing Primary Logistics and Support Folks Three More Absolutely Essential Support Folks One Professional Photographer 4 Interested and Engaged Parents The... Read More >>

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China Dispatch #9

December 1, 2013 - Today we woke up a little too early than we would like, but our sleepiness was quickly forgotten when we came downstairs to the most glorious breakfast we could imagine. After living off of a diet of rice and bread for 8 days straight it was so good to see French... Read More >>

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China Dispatch #8

November 30, 2013 - Today we woke up bright and early, and had to be ready at 6:45 to leave Nanjing to take a train to Shanghai. The train ride was about an hour and a half, and the train traveled almost as fast as a bullet train. Once we arrived in Shanghai, we were starving so we... Read More >>

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China Dispatch #7

November 29, 2013 - We all woke up to the sun shining bright and cold wind chills. Breakfast was at 8:45. We had chocolate sponge cake muffins, oranges, fried rice, egg sandwiches, and apple juice. Training was from 9:30 to 11:30. We did our normal warm up and went straight into serve... Read More >>

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China Dispatch #6

November 28, 2013 - Today we woke up and had breakfast at the training center. It was an interesting breakfast that included a large bowl of warm milk and mysterious jelly filled pastries. After the meal we headed to the gym, about a five minute walk from where we are staying. After... Read More >>

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China Dispatch #5

November 27, 2013 - Today was our last day in Beijing so we woke up extra early because we had to get to the train station. When we were leaving the hotel and getting on the bus a few street sellers tried to sell us a few of their products, as usual. Usually we keep walking and ignore... Read More >>

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China Dispatch #4

November 26, 2013 - Today we went to Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City. Tiananmen Square is considered the Heart of China. It is the dead center of the city of Beijing. During the 1980s, students protested the Communist government in the square. It was very enlightening to be... Read More >>

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China Dispatch #3

November 25, 2013 - We started off today by heading to the Great Wall of China. The bus ride to get there was about an hour long. While we were on the bus, our tour guide explained to us the history of the city Beijing throughout the different Chinese Dynasties. Our lovely tour guide... Read More >>

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China Dispatch #2

November 24, 2013 - November 23rd we started our first competition day off with a very interesting breakfast. There were some normal American breakfast foods but a lot of traditional Chinese cuisine as well. Noodles, friend rice, and hard boiled eggs were the focal point of the buffet... Read More >>

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China Dispatch #1

November 23, 2013 - So it all started Thursday at 5:00 in the morning and for the next 21 hours we would be traveling. We flew from the Atlanta airport to Detroit then boarded the plane to Beijing. The plane ride to Beijing was about 14 hours long and there was a baby and two children... Read More >>

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Tryout Results live

October 13, 2013 - The tryout results are posted for the 12's, 13's and 14's. You can find them here. Read More >>

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TRYOUTS

October 7, 2013 - Tryouts Commence This Weekend    A5 Family,   The Big Day is upon us for 14's and under.  Though nearly 500 athletes have registered for tryouts--a number that grows daily--there are still several families that have completed 90% of the... Read More >>

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Hi-5 Fun

September 16, 2013 - Hi5 Fund -- Financial Aid for 2014 Season    Those of you who have been members of the A5 Family are aware of the existence of a financial aid program for those families who would not otherwise be able to afford the A5 Experience.  This fund was... Read More >>

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Training for Tryouts

September 16, 2013 - Training for Tryouts    These dynamic training sessions are mock tryouts of sorts, enabling athletes to experience the drills and the pace of tryouts prior to the actual event.  In addition to the addition exposure that participants get, the TFT... Read More >>

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Tryout News

August 30, 2013 - It's here the information you wanted - Tryouts! Please see the tryout link Read More >>

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USAV Day 8

July 5, 2013 - Day Eight wraps up the 2013 season! USAV Girls' Junior National Championship - Dallas, TX This tournament was played at the Dallas Convention Center in Dallas, TX. All times Central. 16 Open - A5 16 Jackie Flight 2 Fri 5 Jul ... Read More >>

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USAV Day 7

July 4, 2013 - Day Seven wraps up the 15's while the 16's work out their bracket positions. Only two days left. USAV Girls' Junior National Championship - Dallas, TX This tournament is being played at the Dallas Convention Center in Dallas, TX. All times Central. 16 Open -... Read More >>

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USAV Day 6

July 3, 2013 - Day Six wraps up the 14's, the 15's work out their bracket positions, and the 16's finish the first round. Only three days left. USAV Girls' Junior National Championship - Dallas, TX This tournament is being played at the Dallas Convention Center in Dallas, TX.... Read More >>

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USAV Day 5

July 2, 2013 - Day Five wraps up the 17's and 12's, the 14's work out their bracket positions, the 15's finish the first round and the 16's get started. The end of the 2013 season is now in view. USAV Girls' Junior National Championship - Dallas, TX This tournament is being... Read More >>

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USAV Day 4

July 1, 2013 - Day Four wraps up 13's and 18's, the 17's and 12's fight for bracket positions, the 14's finish the first round, and the 15's get started. It's the busiest day of the tournament! USAV Girls' Junior National Championship - Dallas, TX This tournament is being played... Read More >>

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USAV Day 3

June 30, 2013 - Day Three has the 13's and 18's in the second round and playing for bracket position, the 17's and 12's finishing the first round, and the 14's getting started. USAV Girls' Junior National Championship - Dallas, TX This tournament is being played at the Dallas... Read More >>

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USAV Day 2

June 29, 2013 - Day Two has the 13's and 18's finishing the first round while the 12's and 17's get started. USAV Girls' Junior National Championship - Dallas, TX This tournament is being played at the Dallas Convention Center in Dallas, TX. All times Central. 18 USA - A5 18... Read More >>

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USAV Day 1

June 28, 2013 - The final tournament of the season begins today in Dallas. First three of 12 A5 teams are in action on Day 1 along with the first 10 (including A5) of a record 31 Southern Region teams. USAV Girls' Junior National Championship - Dallas, TX This tournament is being... Read More >>

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AAU Day 8

June 26, 2013 - Day Eight wraps up the tournament for 2013 with one team still in the hunt for a medal. AAU Girls' Junior National Championship - Orlando, FL This tournament is being played at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL and the Disney Wide World of Sports... Read More >>

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AAU Day 7

June 25, 2013 - Day Seven has one team in the Championship Bracket, one in the Consolation Bracket and the rest playing for their final bracket positions. AAU Girls' Junior National Championship - Orlando, FL This tournament is being played at the Orange County Convention Center... Read More >>

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AAU Day 6

June 24, 2013 - Day Six has everyone still in contention! 17 Jing and 16 Jackie are working for Championship Bracket slots. AAU Girls' Junior National Championship - Orlando, FL This tournament is being played at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL and the Disney... Read More >>

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AAU Day 5

June 23, 2013 - Day Five sees the rest of the older teams in action after the younger ones have headed home. AAU Girls' Junior National Championship - Orlando, FL This tournament is being played at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL and the Disney Wide World of... Read More >>

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AAU Day 4

June 22, 2013 - Day Four has the first seven teams finishing up and two new teams joining the tournament. AAU Girls' Junior National Championship - Orlando, FL This tournament is being played at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL and the Disney Wide World of Sports... Read More >>

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AAU Day 3

June 21, 2013 - Day Three is the first day we can qualify for Gold. AAU Girls' Junior National Championship - Orlando, FL This tournament is being played at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL and the Disney Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, FL. 14... Read More >>

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AAU Day 2

June 20, 2013 - Day Two starts with six teams still in contention. AAU Girls' Junior National Championship - Orlando, FL This tournament is being played at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL and the Disney Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, FL. 14... Read More >>

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AAU Day 1

June 19, 2013 - The "postseason" begins in Orlando with the AAU National Championships! AAU Girls' Junior National Championship - Orlando, FL This tournament is being played at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL and the Disney Wide World of Sports Complex... Read More >>

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BOYS CAMP

June 10, 2013 -  SAVE THE DATES!!!! BOYS VOLLEYBALL CAMP July 29-31 9 AM-4 PM at the SVC. Then get a friend who is new to the sport to register for the camp with you and receive $50 off of the camp dues of $195. Registration is now available on the VolleyPerformance... Read More >>

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A5/VP Camps

May 24, 2013 - All VolleyPerformance Camps Are Constructed and Led By Bob Westbrook and Scott Cioffari VP/A5 Elite Middle School Setting Camp June 14-16 9am to 4pm Aimed at players ages 10-14. Great attention to detail. Focus on hand contact and footwork. Much repetition.... Read More >>

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A5 Volleyball Summer Camps

May 17, 2013 - A5 Summer Camps will be held at the Southern Volleyball Center (SVC) – 11415 Old Roswell Rd., Suite 200, Roswell 30009 General Skills Camp (June 3-4-5, 2013 9am-3pm $215) Open to rising 6th-9th graders (or 11-14 yrs old) with limited to no competitive... Read More >>

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CA5? (Well, No, but A5 is Heading to China!)

May 14, 2013 - Rising juniors and seniors currently playing for A5, GA5 or A5 South will have the opportunity to try out for a team that will compete in China this November. Plans are still being formulated, but here's what we know to date: Date of Trip - November 21 -... Read More >>

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A5 Finishes Regular Season on High Note

May 1, 2013 - A5 Teams Finish Regular Season on a High Note A5 17-JING QUALIFIES FOR OPEN DIVISION; BRINGS THE FAMILY'S BID COUNT TO 12 A5 Family, With the regular season behind us, If you're playing 15's or older you are now set to experience the A5 Family's most potent... Read More >>

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More Dance Details Announce

May 1, 2013 - More Dinner-Dance Details We are delighted to announce Lizzy Stemke as the keynote speaker for this year's banquet. Many of you know that Lizzy is UGA's head volleyball coach, but I'll bet few of you are aware of her illustrious playing career and coaching credentia... Read More >>

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Week 15: Northern Lights Day 3 and Kudzu Day 2

April 28, 2013 - We've earned one bid so far in Minneapolis and have a shot at two more while the Kudzu Klassic wraps up. Northern Lights Qualifier - Minneapolis, MN This tournament is being played at the Minneapolis Convention Center in Minneapolis, MN. All times Central. 18... Read More >>

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Week 15: Northern Lights Day 2 and Kudzu Day 1

April 27, 2013 - It's moving day in Minneapolis with teams still in the hunt, while the Kudzu Klassic gets underway across the northern arc. Northern Lights Qualifier - Minneapolis, MN This tournament is being played at the Minneapolis Convention Center in Minneapolis, MN. All... Read More >>

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Week 15: Northern Lights Qualifier Day 1

April 26, 2013 - One last chance to pick up a few more bids. Northern Lights Qualifier - Minneapolis, MN This tournament is being played at the Minneapolis Convention Center in Minneapolis, MN. All times Central. 18 Open - A5 18 Bob A5 18 Bob earned the #5 overall seed and was... Read More >>

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Week 14: SRVA Regional Championships Day 2

April 21, 2013 - It's the final day of Regionals and everyone is still in the hunt for a bid. SRVA Regional Championships - Birmingham, AL This tournament is being played at the Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex in Birmingham, AL. All times Central. 18 Power - A5 18 Tee Champi... Read More >>

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Week 14: SRVA Regional Championships Day 1

April 20, 2013 - The second half of the SRVA Regional Championships have most of us in Birmingham working for a bid. SRVA Regional Championships - Birmingham, AL This tournament is being played at the Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex in Birmingham, AL. All times Central. 18... Read More >>

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Basket Raffle Promises to be the Best Ever

April 18, 2013 - Many thanks to basket raffle chair GA5's Monique Thomas, along with Club Reps Jodie Fowler (GA5), Mike Mauer (A5 South) and Patty Mahayag (A5) for getting our signature fund-raising effort off to a great start. The Basket Raffle and the Financial Aid that it... Read More >>

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More All-Club Dinner-Dance Details

April 16, 2013 - A number of you have asked about dress. Years ago our 18's teams began coming to the event in prom attire--all glammed up--as partial compensation for proms missed for volleyball. This tradition will continue, and this year the opportunity to dress in Party Attire... Read More >>

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Week 13: Show Me Qualifier Day 3

April 15, 2013 - We still have a shot at a bid Monday. Show Me Qualifier - Kansas City, MO This tournament is being played at the Kansas City Convention Center in Kansas City, MO. All times Central. 18 Open - A5 18 Bob Bronze Bracket Mon 15 Apr ... Read More >>

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Week 13: Show Me and Club Regionals Day 2

April 14, 2013 - We played well on Saturday against tough competition. Sunday won't be easier. Show Me Qualifier - Kansas City, MO This tournament is being played at the Kansas City Convention Center in Kansas City, MO. All times Central. 18 Open - A5 18 Bob A5 18 Bob moved... Read More >>

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Week 13: Show Me and Club Regionals Day 1

April 13, 2013 - Another qualifier and the SRVA Regional Club Championships are on tap this weekend. Show Me Qualifier - Kansas City, MO This tournament is being played at the Kansas City Convention Center in Kansas City, MO. All times Central. 18 Open - A5 18 Bob A5 18 Bob... Read More >>

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All-Club Dinner-Dance Details

April 10, 2013 - It's really hard to believe that this seasonal highlight is less than four weeks away. As we have grown and matured as an organization we have made a conscious effort to evolve the All-Club Dinner so that it is a memorable event, befitting a club of our stature.... Read More >>

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Week 11: Big South Day 3

March 30, 2013 - We have a lot of teams still in the hunt for bids, so this will be an exciting day for us. Big South Qualifier - Atlanta, GA This tournament is being played at the Georgia World Congress Center and the Cobb Galleria Centre in Atlanta, GA. 18 Open - A5 18 Bob Silver... Read More >>

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Week 11: Big South Day 2

March 29, 2013 - We're off to a great start, but Day 2 is always harder than Day 1. Big South Qualifier - Atlanta, GA This tournament is being played at the Georgia World Congress Center and the Cobb Galleria Centre in Atlanta, GA. 18 Open - A5 18 Bob A5 18 Bob continued as... Read More >>

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Week 11: Big South Day 1

March 26, 2013 - It's time to defend the home turf this weekend at the Big South Qualifier! Big South Qualifier - Atlanta, GA This tournament is being played at the Georgia World Congress Center and the Cobb Galleria Centre in Atlanta, GA. 18 Open - A5 18 Bob A5 18 Bob earned... Read More >>

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Week 10: Florida Pre-Qualifier and Choo Choo (Part 2)

March 22, 2013 - Florida Pre-Qualifier - Tampa, FL This tournament is being played at the Tampa Convention Center in Tampa, FL. 17 Open - A5 17 Tree A5 17 Tree started as the #2 team in Pool 17OR1P1. Sat 23 Mar 8:00am A5... Read More >>

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Week 10: Indy and Orlando (Part 1)

March 21, 2013 - The Big South is next week, but we're plenty busy this weekend. Mideast Qualifier - Indianapolis, IN This tournament is being played at the Indianapolis Convention Center in Indianapolis, IN. 18 American - A5 18 Tee A5 18 Tee earned the overall #1 seed and was... Read More >>

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Several A5 players make Soph 79

March 20, 2013 - Congratulations to everyone who made the PrepVolleyball.com 2012 Soph 79 list! You can see the list in its entirety here as part of the PrepVolleyball subscription provided to all high school age families as a benefit of A5 membership. The Soph 79 are, in PrepVolleyb... Read More >>

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Week 9: Youth Festival (Part 2)

March 16, 2013 - Southern Youth Festival - Atlanta, GA This tournament is being played at the Suwanee Sports Academy in Suwanee, GA and the Southern Volleyball Center in Roswell, GA. 14 Power - A5 14 Dan, A5 14 Betty, A5 13 Carl A5 14 Dan earned the overall #2 seed and was #1... Read More >>

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Week 9: Mideast Qualifier and AAU

March 14, 2013 - Mideast Qualifier - St. Louis, MO This tournament is being played at the America's Center in St. Louis, MO. All times Central. 15 American - A5 15 Jeff A5 15 Jeff started as the #2 team in Pool R1P20. Fri 15 Mar 9:00am ... Read More >>

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Week 8: Four Cities (Part 4: Peachtree)

March 10, 2013 - Peachtree Classic - Atlanta, GA This tournament is being played at various locations around Atlanta, GA. 15 Open - A5 15 Jeff A5 15 Jeff earned the #1 overall seed and was #1 in Pool PA. Sat 9 Mar 8:00am ... Read More >>

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Week 8: Four Cities (Part 2: Bluegrass)

March 10, 2013 - Bluegrass Tournament - Louisville, KY This tournament is being played at the Kentucky Expo Center in Louisville, KY. 18 Open - A5 18 Bob A5 18 Bob started as the #2 team in Pool R1G1P11. Sat 9 Mar 12:00pm ... Read More >>

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Week 8: Four Cities (Part 3: MAPL)

March 10, 2013 - Mid-Atlantic Power League - Raleigh, NC This tournament is being played at the Raleigh Convention Center in Raleigh, NC. 18-16 Girls - A5 18 Tee A5 18 Tee started as the #2 team in Pool R1G1P2. Sat 9 Mar 4:00pm ... Read More >>

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Week 8: Four City Tour (Part 1: Colorado Crossroads)

March 7, 2013 - Colorado Crossroads Qualifier - Denver, CO This tournament is being played at the Denver Convention Center in Denver, CO. All times Mountain. 15 Open - A5 15 Mike A5 15 Mike earned the #5 overall seed and was #1 in Pool 15OR1P5. ... Read More >>

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Mid-Season Survey

March 5, 2013 - The good news is that about 25% of our membership completed a survey between my last email and this one. The bad news is that, with the deadline now behind us, we're still languishing at about a 50% participation rate. Though many respondents use the surveys... Read More >>

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New Website!

March 4, 2013 - For the last several years your Board has recognized the need to update our website(s), and this year, under the leadership of A5 11-1 Coach Walter Patterson and his firm, Cool Dog Interactive, we have succeeded in that goal. We flipped the switch last night, but... Read More >>

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Week 7: Mile High Mission

March 3, 2013 - Qualifier season starts with a single team in Denver. Colorado Crossroads Qualifier - Denver, CO This tournament is being played at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver, CO. All times Mountain. 17 Amerian - A5 17 Brittany A5 17 Brittany earned the overall... Read More >>

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2012 High School All-Americans named by PrepVolleyball

February 8, 2013 - Here is the introduction to the story ... read the rest at Prepvolleyball.com Agony…and ecstasy. There simply is no other way to describe the process of selecting high school All Americans. That’s why we think I’ll be repeating these lines... Read More >>

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Breaking the Ice

February 4, 2013 - We have a super weekend ahead at home in the Icebreaker and on the road in Knoxville, Nashville and Louisville. The details are here. Important: If anything I have here or on the A5 website contradicts what your coach tells you, do what your coach tells you.... Read More >>

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Wintry Mix - Week 2

January 28, 2013 - We are in a couple chilly places this weekend, and one warm one. The details are here. Important: If anything I have here or on the A5 website contradicts what your coach tells you, do what your coach tells you. Especially if you have a ref assignment during... Read More >>

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A5 Report Jan 26

January 28, 2013 - We had a great day. We lost a total of three matches all day and everyone is either in the Gold Bracket or still in contention Central Zone Invitational This tournament is being played at the Indianapolis Convention Center. 18 Open 18 Bob: won pool at 3-0.... Read More >>

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A5 Report for Jan 27

January 28, 2013 - A strong finish today that included a 1st and a 2nd and a dash to the airport. The details are here. Central Zone Invitational This tournament is being played at the Indianapolis Convention Center. 18 Open 18 Bob: 6th in 18 Open after missing the Silver... Read More >>

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PrepVolleyball Pre-Season National Rankings

January 22, 2013 - 18 and Under Division 37. A5 “for Fighting” (Georgia) A very balanced roster with 10 returning players will benefit from a return to health of OH Amanda Dachs, who missed last year with an injury. OH Allie Davenport, libero Elle McCord and setter... Read More >>

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A5 Report - Southern Dream Day 1

January 21, 2013 - We're off to a great start at the Southern Dream. Everyone came out ready to play and remains in contention. The details are here. Important: If anything I have here or on the A5 website contradicts what your coach tells you, do what your coach tells you. Especially... Read More >>

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The A5 Report - Southern Dream Day 3

January 21, 2013 - We had a great start to the season! 18 Bob: tied for 3rd in 18 Power 18 Tee: tied for 7th in 18 Power 17 Jing: tied for 3rd in 18 Power 16 Jackie: tied for 5th in 18 Power 17 Latresa: tied for 3rd in 17 Power 16 Taylor: tied for 3rd in 17 Power 16 Jasmin:... Read More >>

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SOUTHERN DREAMING

January 18, 2013 - All but one of our teams are in action at the Southern Dream. The details are here. Important: If anything I have here or on the A5 website contradicts what your coach tells you, do what your coach tells you. Especially if you have a ref assignment during the... Read More >>

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Crawford Named Assistant Coach at Georgia Tech

January 15, 2013 - THE FLATS - Former A5 coach Chuck Crawford, who spent the last two seasons at Miami (Ohio), has been named assistant volleyball coach announced by head coach Tonya Johnson Monday. He will serve as the recruiting coordinator, director of camps and assist with training... Read More >>

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Two A5 Athletes Named as Finalist for Player of the Year in their class!

January 14, 2013 - National recognition keeps on rolling in for members of the A5 Family. Congratulations, Maggie and Celeste! Following are their citations from Prepvolleyball.com: National Sophomore of the Year Finalist Maggie Rick, 5-9 Setter, Blessed Trinity Catholic (Roswell,... Read More >>

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Templeton Named one of the Top Juniors in the U.S.

January 4, 2013 - Prepvolleyball.com has published its annual list of the nation's top juniors, and A5 17-Jing's Haley Templeton has earned her way onto the "top 85" list for the class of 2014. A setter, Haley has verbally committed to play for the University of Miami... Read More >>

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Two A5 Athletes Named MaxPreps 2012 High School Underclass All Americans

December 21, 2012 - National recognition keeps on rolling in for members of the A5 Family. Congratulations, Amber and Celeste! Following are their citations from MaxPreps.com: Amber MacDonald, Blessed Trinity (Roswell, Ga.), 5-3 MacDonald totaled 532 digs and had served... Read More >>

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Three A5 Athletes Named to MaxPreps 2012 High School All America List

December 19, 2012 - Congratulations to the following athletes, who earned National recognition on MaxPreps.com. Their citations: Medium Schools 1st Team OH - Allie Davenport, Sandy Creek (Tyrone, Ga.), 5-11 Senior Davenport posted 645 kills, 141 aces, 343 digs, 56 blocks, 98... Read More >>

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Lawing Named Head Volleyball Coach at Xavier University of Louisiana

December 17, 2012 - It is a mark of the growth of our club that some who are reading this may never have heard of Hannah Lawing, one of the most dominant Georgia high school/club players of her time. Hannah (2007; 18-Bob) is an A5 plankholder and was a mainstay on the 2005 16-Erica... Read More >>

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Debbie Green Headlines 2013 Coaches Clinic

December 17, 2012 - The A5 Family does more than give lip service to the concept of Consistent Coaching (one of our 5 "C's") and professional development. 1/12/13 marks the third running of our annual Coaches Clinic. High School and Club Coaches from outside the A5 Family... Read More >>

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Neff, Mead Named AVCA Division I All Americans

December 12, 2012 - Florida State's Ashley Neff (2010; A5 17-1) and Georgia Tech's Monique Mead (2009; A5 17-Bob) are named 2012 3rd Team All Americans. These are the first such honors for any member of the A5 Family. Citation from RamblinWreck.com about Mead: LOUISVILLE, Ky.... Read More >>

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Alumnae in the News

November 27, 2012 - With the completion of the regular season of volleyball in the NCAA, there's a lot to report. Thanks to our intrepid researcher Scott Cioffari for digging all of this stuff up. And congratulations to all of our athletes who are excelling at the Next Level. Your... Read More >>

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Alumnae Keep Dancing...

November 26, 2012 - Our Alumnae Love to Dance and many of them will be able to continue their 2012 seasons by going to the Big Dance--the 2012 NCAA Championship Tournament. Congratulations and best of luck to the following Dancers: Division I: Khadijah Wiley, Eastern Tennessee... Read More >>

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A5 Piles up Post Season Awards

November 1, 2012 - A5 players are piling up High School awards as the 2012 GHSA Volleyball Tournament started 16 Oct. These are in no particular order. We hope we got everyone, but invariably a few may have not been reported. If you have All-Area, Senior All-Star, All-State or any... Read More >>


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