Frequently Asked Questions

 Will There Be Another Session Of The Practice And Play Program After October 28th? 
Practice and Play is only offered in the Fall.  The next programs we offer are Skills and Drills Clinic, Non-Traveling and Traveling Teams.  Please register for the Non-Traveling Teams if you are looking to learn and play volleyball from January-March or March-May. 

Will Practices Be Held At The New Sports Connection Facility in Ballantyne At The Corner Of Ardrey Kell And Johnston Roads?
No.  The NEW Sports Connection Facility in Ballantyne is a Family Fun Center with Bowling, Laser Tag, Games, Inflatables, Cafe and a Peak Fitness Health Club.  The Indoor Soccer Fields and Volleyball Courts will remain at the Sports Connection Sports Center on Granite Street. 

Am I Guaranteed Equal Playing Time At Every Tournament, Practice, League Game?
The focus of the CJV program is individual and team improvement through practice and training. Each player will receive equal training in practices, but playing time at tournaments may not be equal. The coach for each team will determine playing time based on ability, attitude, attendance, effort and many other factors.

 ·        CJV policy is  that playing time on Traveling Teams will be totally at the coach’s discretion.

·       CJV policy is that players on Non Traveling Teams will receive playing time in all League matches.  Playing time on the younger and more developmental teams will be equal.  Playing time on the more competitive teams may not be equal in all league games.

Can I Play On A Non-Traveling Team With My Friend(s)?
Player requests to play with friends will be allowed when possible, but may not be possible in all cases.  Teams will be divided equally and probably practice and play at the same time per age group.

When Will I Find Out What Times My Daughters' Team Practices?
Traveling Teams possible practice times will be discussed at tryouts.  The actual days and times your Traveling Team practices could change based on the Facility's, Coaches and Player's availability. 

Non-Traveling practice times will be posted on the website after the registrations are all in.  Girls maybe able to switch teams if they are unable to attend their assigned teams normal practices.  Girls unable to make it to any of their scheduled practice times will be issued a refund at the beginning of the season.

Is A Deposit Required For The Traveling Teams?
Each year we have players who decide they do not want to play after we post the teams.  This is unfortunate, because  other players have been cut from those rosters and are understandably upset.  When selected for a Traveling Team you will have 24 hours to pay 1/3 of your team fee or we will remove you from the team. To withdraw from being selected for a Traveling Team submit your request IN WRITING prior to the end of the second tryout.
 
Can I Play Up In A Higher Age Group?
Players are asked to tryout/play for their appropriate age group.  Coaches may then consider moving a player to an older age group based on positional needs of the team.  It is rare that a player is allowed to play outside of her age group.

Can I Get A Refund If I Am Injured?
The CJV club hopes everyone has an enjoyable and injury free season.  In the event a player is injured and is unable to continue the season, every effort will be made to find a replacement player.  The injured player may be given a partial refund if a new player is added to the team roster.  (Not if a player is moved from another team.)  Players quitting (for any reason) are responsible for their remaining balances.

 Who Are The Coaches For The CJV Programs?
Most CJV coaches are local college, high school or middle school volleyball coaches or current or former college players.  The CJV Club is always looking for additional paid and volunteer coaches to help with the Club.  If you or someone you know is interested in coaching, please have them fill out a coaching application (see Coaches page).

 What Are The Other Expenses Not Covered In The Program Fee?
The Traveling Team fee is determined by how many and which tournaments your coach chooses for the team to attend. Total fees range from $1800 - $2,400 per girl, with 1/3 of the team fee due within 24 hours of when teams are posted. More details and cost estimates will be available at tryouts and on the CJV website.
 
Fee Includes: Tryouts, Practices, Uniforms, Coaches Salaries and Expenses for Practices and All Tournaments, Equipment (Volleyballs, Courts, Nets, Practice Equipment, etc.), Overhead (Administration, Websites, Insurance, Credit Cards, Accounting, Staff), etc.
 
Additional Costs Include: USAV Membership ($35/player), Individual Player's Travel Expenses, Possible Extra Tournaments and Other Optional Team Expenses. Some teams may choose to do fundraisers during the season.

The NON Traveling fee is $249 and covers practice and league expenses and includes a team t-shirt. 
 
If I Do Not Make A Traveling Team, Will I Be Placed On A NON-Traveling Team?
Yes, provided that you marked EACH program you would like to participate in on your CJV Registration Form.

If I Do Not Make A GOLD Level Non-Traveling Team, Will I Be Placed On A SILVER Level NON-Traveling Team?
Yes, provided that you marked EACH program you would like to participate in on your CJV Registration Form.

 What Are My Parents Responsibilities In CJV And At Tournaments?
CJV encourages all parents to be active, positive members of the team.  Each Traveling team should have a couple of “Team Parents” to help with phone calls, organization, car pools, chaperoning, fundraisers, etc.

Parents role for teams tournaments include transportation, food, drinks, cheering and moral support.  Parents should never  heckle players, referees, coaches or show poor sportsmanship in any form.                                                                                                                                                           

For Additional Questions
 Call The Sports Connection at 704-583-1444 Or Visit Our Website At www.CarolinaJuniors.com