The 380 Devil Dogs Volleyball Club is committed to competing in and growing boys volleyball in Eastern Iowa. The Devil Dogs will develop volleyball skills, inspire respect for the rules of the game, promote brotherhood in a competitive environment, and encourage the commitment of athletes to growth and improvement of self, team, club, and sport.

President: Brian Thomas Vice President/Coach: Billy Goodale Treasurer: Jill Penne Secretary: Vacant Director/Coach: Dave Becicka Coach: Amy Becicka Coach: Kelly Klekar Coach: Kelsey Husak Coach: Zach Amsler Coach: Christian Francois Coach: Adam Cannon

18U Team

14U Team

16U Team

12U Team

*All school sanctioned events including athletics, band, choir, show choir, etc… take priority over the 380 Devil Dogs Volleyball Club. We request any conflicts be communicated with the coaches and club director at a minimum of one week before an event the athlete is scheduled to compete in. Conflicts with practice need only be communicated with coaches.

Club Season• Try-outs & Team Meetings • All teams run Mid-

November to Early April with the Regional Tournament in Des Moines

• Teams will play in at least four tournaments

• Black Teams may run later due to national level tournaments

Practices (tentative)

• Will begin Thurs, 11/21• Thursday: 6:00-8:00 Solon Community Center

• Friday : 5:00-9:00 Skills Training

• Sunday : 3:00 – 5:00 (+) Prairie Point

December• 15th - 380 Devil Dogs Round Robin Tune-up*

January• 4th & 5th – Prep Dig Resolution Tournament – Appleton, Wisconsin• ?- Platform Elite Tournament- Bettendorf, Iowa*• 12th – NCR Boys Winter Tournament – Hastings Minnesota• 25th - Ohana Tournament – Grimes, Iowa*

February• 15th – NCR Boys Smackfest – TBD Minnesota• 22nd & 23rd – Mizuno Showcase – Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin• 29th - Ohana Tournament – Grimes, Iowa*

March• 7th - Devil Dogs Invitational – Cedar Rapids Prairie*• 14th & 15th - NCR Boys Showcase – Winona, Minnesota• 28th & 29th - Iowa Jr. Regional Championships – Des Moines*

• *Potential tournaments covered by club fees.

Club Fees• Administration Fee $44.00• Coaches Fee $180.00• Coaches USAV Membership 8.00• Equipment Fee $43.00• Four Tournaments $34.00• Coaches Tourney Travel $16.00 • 2 - Jerseys and 1 - Pair of Shorts

$100• Total Club Fee - $425

• (Based on 3 Teams with 8 Players each)

Other Expenses• Players USAV Membership $30.00+

• Any tournament beyond four is the participant’s financial responsibility.

Fees for the Black Team will be higher to accommodate higher tournament fees.

Additional expense of hotels for parents / players / coaches

Payments• Half of Club Fee ($200) is due at first practice• Remaining half of Club Fee ($225) is due by January

15th

• USAV Membership fee is paid of time of registration, online, and must be completed prior to first practice

• Local Business Sponsorships (Parents/Players)• Team Parent Rep. (Parents)

A code of conduct will be signed by each player and their parent prior to the start of season.

Participation as a member of the 380 Devil Dogs Volleyball Club is a privilege.

Players and parents are expected to conduct themselves in such a manner to reflect highly on themselves, their teammates and coaches, and the Volleyball Club.

Any behavior by a player or parent which violates the code of conduct and is determined to be inappropriate as determined by the 380 Devil Dogs Volleyball Club Board of Directors in their absolute discretion is grounds for immediate termination of further club participation.

Each player/parent will have an opportunity to address the board.

If dismissed from the Club, any unpaid fees must still be paid to the Club.

Players are not guaranteed equal playing time.

Playing time is determined by the coach.

Coaches will also assess the strength of each player to determine where an athlete best fits the lineup. If a player is concerned about his playing time, he should contact the coach after practice.

Parents are not allowed to contact coaches during tournaments or practices to discuss playing time.

November 17th

• Prairie High School Registration begins at

12:30pm Tryouts – 1:00pm-5:00pm South Gym

Pre Register at• www.380devildogs.com

Once a player makes a team, there is a lot to do before the season starts!

You will need to complete the following items:• Signed Player/Parent Code of Conduct• Proof of current USAV Membership• Player Medical Release Form

• www.380devildogs.com