WELCOME!
XCELERATION VOLLEYBALL CLUB
The East Bay's premier volleyball club and leader in helping players realize their volleyball dreams!
College Recruiting - over 160 players since 2008 have been recruited to play in college!
Skill Development!
Experienced Coaching Staff!
The East Bay's premier volleyball club and leader in helping players realize their volleyball dreams!
College Recruiting - over 160 players since 2008 have been recruited to play in college!
Skill Development!
Experienced Coaching Staff!
XCEL IN THE NEWS: RESTRICTIONS ROLLED BACK
(April 8, 2021) - The club was recently featured in an ABC News report, "Restrictions rolled back on youth sports, allowing more tournaments, travel" after the health department elevated the county to a less restrictive Orange tier. Read more.
(April 8, 2021) - The club was recently featured in an ABC News report, "Restrictions rolled back on youth sports, allowing more tournaments, travel" after the health department elevated the county to a less restrictive Orange tier. Read more.
TOURNAMENT UPDATES: CANCELLATIONS AND POSTPONEMENTS
(February 24, 2021) - Updates from tournaments organizers are provided below. More information to come.
NorCal Spring Challenge - Canceled
NorCal Winter Classic (March 6-7) - Postponed to May 7-9
WCVBA Leagues 3&4 (March 20-21) - Canceled
Red Rock Rave (March 27-29) - Postponed to May 15-17 for 15s-17s
Las Vegas Classic (April 9-11) - Postponed to June 4-6
(February 24, 2021) - Updates from tournaments organizers are provided below. More information to come.
NorCal Spring Challenge - Canceled
NorCal Winter Classic (March 6-7) - Postponed to May 7-9
WCVBA Leagues 3&4 (March 20-21) - Canceled
Red Rock Rave (March 27-29) - Postponed to May 15-17 for 15s-17s
Las Vegas Classic (April 9-11) - Postponed to June 4-6
TOURNAMENT UPDATES: PRESIDENTS' DAY WEEKEND - FEBRUARY 13-15
(January 20, 2021) - We regret to inform our teams and families that the Presidents’ Day weekend tournaments in Reno (for the WCVBA Presidents’ Day at the Reno Events Center) and Las Vegas (for the Las Vegas Classic at Mandalay Bay) have been cancelled and postponed, respectively.
Please click SCVA Status for Las Vegas Classic to read the event update. Please do not cancel your hotel reservations at this time while we work to get more specific information from SCVA.
As a result of these changes, Xceleration will continue to look for other opportunities, which will require us to revisit our overall tournament schedule for the season. More information to come as we make adjustments.
(January 20, 2021) - We regret to inform our teams and families that the Presidents’ Day weekend tournaments in Reno (for the WCVBA Presidents’ Day at the Reno Events Center) and Las Vegas (for the Las Vegas Classic at Mandalay Bay) have been cancelled and postponed, respectively.
Please click SCVA Status for Las Vegas Classic to read the event update. Please do not cancel your hotel reservations at this time while we work to get more specific information from SCVA.
As a result of these changes, Xceleration will continue to look for other opportunities, which will require us to revisit our overall tournament schedule for the season. More information to come as we make adjustments.
TOURNAMENT UPDATES: PRESIDENTS' DAY WEEKEND
(January 13, 2021) - We are sad to report that the WCVBA President's Day tournament in Reno from February 13-15 has been cancelled due to an extension of COVID restrictions in Northern Nevada. For teams attending the Las Vegas Classic during the same weekend, the tournament is hanging by a thread, although not yet cancelled. We continue to advise families to monitor and review the change and refund policies when booking flights and hotel accommodations.
WCVBA league events in Reno that begin in early March are still scheduled to proceed at this time. We will provide league updates as we get more information.
While we are disappointed by these news, Xceleration is continuing to look for replacement events later in the season. We are also looking at opportunities for scrimmages with small groups later in March and beyond to fill dates. We will continue to do everything we can to give our girls competitive action during these unusual times.
(January 13, 2021) - We are sad to report that the WCVBA President's Day tournament in Reno from February 13-15 has been cancelled due to an extension of COVID restrictions in Northern Nevada. For teams attending the Las Vegas Classic during the same weekend, the tournament is hanging by a thread, although not yet cancelled. We continue to advise families to monitor and review the change and refund policies when booking flights and hotel accommodations.
WCVBA league events in Reno that begin in early March are still scheduled to proceed at this time. We will provide league updates as we get more information.
While we are disappointed by these news, Xceleration is continuing to look for replacement events later in the season. We are also looking at opportunities for scrimmages with small groups later in March and beyond to fill dates. We will continue to do everything we can to give our girls competitive action during these unusual times.
TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE - UPDATED JANUARY 9, 3:00 pm
(January 9, 2021) - We have updated the tournament schedule following our conference call this afternoon. Updates will continue throughout the season as we get closer to tournament dates.
(January 9, 2021) - We have updated the tournament schedule following our conference call this afternoon. Updates will continue throughout the season as we get closer to tournament dates.
PRACTICES RESUME JANUARY 11
(December 31, 2020) - To ensure our safety and avoid any post- New Year’s COVID surge, NorCal Courts will keep the gym closed for another week. Practices will resume on Monday, January 11, 2021.
(December 31, 2020) - To ensure our safety and avoid any post- New Year’s COVID surge, NorCal Courts will keep the gym closed for another week. Practices will resume on Monday, January 11, 2021.
XCELLENT NEWS: ONWARD AND FORWARD TO 2021
(December 24, 2020) - 2020 will be a year that no one could have ever imagined or want to experience ever again. We were all in uncharted waters and were navigating through rough seas as the pandemic continued to rage. It will go down as the year that we will never (or better yet will want to) forget. As we move into 2021, we must remember, however, that we are not out of the woods just yet. Let us continue to be patient and flexible a little longer. Read more.
(December 24, 2020) - 2020 will be a year that no one could have ever imagined or want to experience ever again. We were all in uncharted waters and were navigating through rough seas as the pandemic continued to rage. It will go down as the year that we will never (or better yet will want to) forget. As we move into 2021, we must remember, however, that we are not out of the woods just yet. Let us continue to be patient and flexible a little longer. Read more.
SAFETY ALERT
(December 4, 2020) - As a result of today’s announcement by Contra Costa Health Services which will implement the State’s Regional Stay Home Order now, all indoor activities at NorCal Courts will be suspended, effective 10 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 6. All practices scheduled that day will continue as planned.
Xceleration is actively looking at all possible options for outdoor activity that's within the health guidelines and approved by local health authorities. Announcements will be made as soon as possible.
(December 4, 2020) - As a result of today’s announcement by Contra Costa Health Services which will implement the State’s Regional Stay Home Order now, all indoor activities at NorCal Courts will be suspended, effective 10 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 6. All practices scheduled that day will continue as planned.
Xceleration is actively looking at all possible options for outdoor activity that's within the health guidelines and approved by local health authorities. Announcements will be made as soon as possible.
IMPORTANT MESSAGE REGARDING PRACTICES FOR ALL TEAMS: WE ALL NEED TO DOUBLE DOWN...PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW STRICTER MEASURES IN PLACE!
(November 30, 2020) - More than ever, to reduce the risk of jeopardizing our health and use of NorCal Courts, we need to stress the importance of simple safety protocols as practices begin for all teams starting today.
Our NorCal facility recently received a visit from the Martinez Police at the request of the Consumer Protection Unit (CPU), District Attorney's Office for Contra Costa County resulting from a direct complaint which named failure to social distance, failure to wear masks, and more than 12 per court. We were advised to strictly follow the CDC guidelines (linked here). Further, NorCal Courts was warned that if safety protocols are not followed, the CPU will have no choice but to require that we close the building and cease all activity.
In the last few weeks, we’ve underscored the importance of using face coverings, social distancing, and proper hygiene… these remain in place with a few important changes and potential adjustments to the schedule provided below.
As always, we ask for any suggestions for improvement and note that focus is on providing a safe environment where girls can practice skills and remain active.
(November 30, 2020) - More than ever, to reduce the risk of jeopardizing our health and use of NorCal Courts, we need to stress the importance of simple safety protocols as practices begin for all teams starting today.
Our NorCal facility recently received a visit from the Martinez Police at the request of the Consumer Protection Unit (CPU), District Attorney's Office for Contra Costa County resulting from a direct complaint which named failure to social distance, failure to wear masks, and more than 12 per court. We were advised to strictly follow the CDC guidelines (linked here). Further, NorCal Courts was warned that if safety protocols are not followed, the CPU will have no choice but to require that we close the building and cease all activity.
In the last few weeks, we’ve underscored the importance of using face coverings, social distancing, and proper hygiene… these remain in place with a few important changes and potential adjustments to the schedule provided below.
- Entering the Gym (NEW): Participants are asked to arrive on-time but not early. Players are to remain in their vehicles until the beginning of their designated practice time and do not congregate in the parking areas or the entrances earlier than needed. On arrival, go to assigned spots. We need to keep from having girls enter before the previous cohorts have departed.
- Use of Face Coverings at All Times (NEW): Coaches and players must wear masks at all times. We are now requiring all players and coaches to wear masks throughout the practice sessions, including during skill drills and while on breaks. For players with breathing issues (e.g., asthma and similar), please refrain from any activity immediately or take a break at the outset, when your condition persists or worsens; let your coaches know and do not feel obligated that you have to continue.
- Players on the Court: There will be no more than 12 players on a court; the cohorts are stable, including supervising adults, and there is no mixing.
- Social Distancing: Only drills that can be done while maintaining social distance will be practiced.
- Issues and Concerns: If anyone has issues or concerns regarding these safety protocols, or anything in general, Xceleration and NorCal Courts would appreciate getting them directly from you to allow us to correct or adjust as needed, so that we can remain open.
- Practice & Schedule Changes: Flexibility is appreciated as we maneuver through various edicts and changes resulting from the current situation. These two items regarding schedules are being discussed and reviewed at this time and more information will follow.
- Scheduling Changes: To create more space in the NorCal facilities, we are looking at possible earlier start times (from those currently published) for a few teams to reduce the number of groups in the building from three to two. We will review the feasibility of this plan with our coaches and teams over the next few weeks. Reducing the participants per time-slot will alleviate the density in the facility by having fewer teams in the building at a time.
- High School Schedules: Due to the delay in the start of high school athletic schedules to a later date (possibly in January or later), we will consider reinstating our regular 3-days per week practice schedule for the 15s-18s until the high school season begins.
As always, we ask for any suggestions for improvement and note that focus is on providing a safe environment where girls can practice skills and remain active.
IMPORTANT MESSAGE FROM XCELERATION: PLEASE READ!
(November 16, 2020) - Due to stricter County public health restrictions, we cannot emphasize enough and underscore the critical importance of a few simple and basic precautions during the pandemic that everyone MUST continue to follow, to ensure that we do not put our health and safety, our program’s use of NorCal facilities, or our entire season at risk.
Please be reminded to follow these precautions...
We have had several age groups who have repeatedly been told to remain 6 ft. apart while waiting outside of our practice facility and continuously disregard this facility mandate. If this and other mandates set forth by the NorCal Courts are not followed, we are at risk of losing our court time, as well as putting our health and safety at risk from the pandemic.
We as a club cannot tolerate this and are issuing a warning that if the rules of the facility are not followed, we will have to remove the habitual offenders from their cohorts/teams and will not be issuing refunds.
Thank you for your cooperation and adherence to these simple rules. We realize these requirements are inconvenient but we must do all we can to keep everyone stay healthy and safe.
(November 16, 2020) - Due to stricter County public health restrictions, we cannot emphasize enough and underscore the critical importance of a few simple and basic precautions during the pandemic that everyone MUST continue to follow, to ensure that we do not put our health and safety, our program’s use of NorCal facilities, or our entire season at risk.
Please be reminded to follow these precautions...
- WEAR A MASK! Keep face coverings on at all times before entering and after leaving the facility. Masks must be worn at all times once outside of your vehicles until you arrive to your pods’/cohorts’ designated area. Wearing a mask is not mandatory to use while participating in the drills (but highly encouraged, if feasible).
- SOCIAL DISTANCE! Stay at least 6 ft. apart from anyone outside of your cohort. Do not congregate or loiter in any areas around the facility. Proper social distancing is required while waiting outside of the facility and walking in and out of the facility (there are markings outside for the athletes to use to help keep them properly spaced out). All athletes must maintain 6 ft. apart while waiting to enter the facility, no excuses. Even if you are in a pod together and arrive onto the property together, try to remain at least 6 ft. apart!
- PARKING LOT PROTOCOLS! Parents and siblings are not allowed to congregate in the parking lot, near the rolling doors, or the entrances during practice sessions. They must either stay in the vehicles or practice social distancing by staying 6 ft. apart WITH a mask if outside their vehicles. Only players are allowed in the gym.
- AVOID TOUCHING YOUR FACE AND USE SANITIZERS! Use hand sanitizers before, during, and after practice and avoid touching your face and mouth.
- COVER YOUR SNEEZE OR COUGH! Use the fold of your elbows to cover sneezes or coughs.
- STAY HOME! If you are not feeling well, please stay at home.
- KEEP US INFORMED! If you are traveling during the holidays or have come in contact with someone infected with the virus, please let us know, and we encourage you to self-quarantine for at least 14 days.
We have had several age groups who have repeatedly been told to remain 6 ft. apart while waiting outside of our practice facility and continuously disregard this facility mandate. If this and other mandates set forth by the NorCal Courts are not followed, we are at risk of losing our court time, as well as putting our health and safety at risk from the pandemic.
We as a club cannot tolerate this and are issuing a warning that if the rules of the facility are not followed, we will have to remove the habitual offenders from their cohorts/teams and will not be issuing refunds.
Thank you for your cooperation and adherence to these simple rules. We realize these requirements are inconvenient but we must do all we can to keep everyone stay healthy and safe.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: PRACTICES AND TOURNAMENTS
(November 4, 2020) - As we move into the club season, Xceleration has dribbled out information in the past few weeks to its members on the club’s plans for practices and tournaments. Here are a few FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS that are top of mind for many. Under normal circumstances, we would have communicated these plans at the Parents Meeting during Tryouts and then reiterated at the club’s Signing Night. If you have any additional questions, please Contact Us.
(November 4, 2020) - As we move into the club season, Xceleration has dribbled out information in the past few weeks to its members on the club’s plans for practices and tournaments. Here are a few FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS that are top of mind for many. Under normal circumstances, we would have communicated these plans at the Parents Meeting during Tryouts and then reiterated at the club’s Signing Night. If you have any additional questions, please Contact Us.
XCELLENT NEWS: IN THE MIDST OF... WE PLOW THROUGH!
(October 27, 2020) - COVID-19, wildfires, social unrest, politics: 2020 is an American nightmare that’s wearing us out. Against this litany of events as a backdrop, we at Xceleration will plow through at whatever comes our way, with plans to be flexible and be patient during the upcoming competitive volleyball season. READ MORE.
(October 27, 2020) - COVID-19, wildfires, social unrest, politics: 2020 is an American nightmare that’s wearing us out. Against this litany of events as a backdrop, we at Xceleration will plow through at whatever comes our way, with plans to be flexible and be patient during the upcoming competitive volleyball season. READ MORE.
XCELlent NEWS #1: WILL THERE BE A 2021 SEASON?
(September 8, 2020) - THAT IS THE QUESTION... AT THIS POINT IN TIME A YEAR AGO, our Fall Ball Season was well underway. Our Sunday Open Gyms were ready to take sign-ups. Our pre-Tryout Clinics were gearing up to assign coaches to run the camps with their prospective players. And plans were in place to hold the club season tryouts during the first week of November. Read more.
(September 8, 2020) - THAT IS THE QUESTION... AT THIS POINT IN TIME A YEAR AGO, our Fall Ball Season was well underway. Our Sunday Open Gyms were ready to take sign-ups. Our pre-Tryout Clinics were gearing up to assign coaches to run the camps with their prospective players. And plans were in place to hold the club season tryouts during the first week of November. Read more.
"PLAY FOR XCELERATION" INTEREST FORM
(September 6, 2020) - Xceleration Volleyball Club is still forming its teams for the 2020-2021 club volleyball season. If you were not able to attend any of the Fall Ball sessions due to capacity and are interested in joining us for the upcoming season, please complete this "PLAY FOR XCELERATION" INTEREST FORM to notify us. We will get you connected to your age-specific coaches and you can arrange how we will be able to see you in action -- whether it's through a recruiting video or other alternatives that you can schedule with the coach.
(September 6, 2020) - Xceleration Volleyball Club is still forming its teams for the 2020-2021 club volleyball season. If you were not able to attend any of the Fall Ball sessions due to capacity and are interested in joining us for the upcoming season, please complete this "PLAY FOR XCELERATION" INTEREST FORM to notify us. We will get you connected to your age-specific coaches and you can arrange how we will be able to see you in action -- whether it's through a recruiting video or other alternatives that you can schedule with the coach.
"PLAY FOR XCELERATION" OFFERS
(September 6, 2020) - If you have been given a "PLAY FOR XCELERATION" Offer from an Xceleration coach during one of the Fall Ball sessions and you are ready to accept the offer, please secure your spot on the team as soon as possible by reviewing, completing, and submitting all required forms in your specific team's SIGNING PACKET and by remitting your COMMITMENT DEPOSIT.
IMPORTANT NOTE: If you are attending any of the next two High School Fall Ball sessions, do not worry... we expect to continue assembling our teams through the end of the last Fall Ball session.
(September 6, 2020) - If you have been given a "PLAY FOR XCELERATION" Offer from an Xceleration coach during one of the Fall Ball sessions and you are ready to accept the offer, please secure your spot on the team as soon as possible by reviewing, completing, and submitting all required forms in your specific team's SIGNING PACKET and by remitting your COMMITMENT DEPOSIT.
IMPORTANT NOTE: If you are attending any of the next two High School Fall Ball sessions, do not worry... we expect to continue assembling our teams through the end of the last Fall Ball session.
OUR COACHING ROSTER IS NEARLY COMPLETE!
(August 12, 2020) - The coaching staff for the 2020-2021 season is slowly taking shape, with a few more positions to fill. We are excited to have them on board. Read more.
(August 12, 2020) - The coaching staff for the 2020-2021 season is slowly taking shape, with a few more positions to fill. We are excited to have them on board. Read more.
A LEAGUE OF OUR OWN!
(August 5, 2020) - We’re excited to announce that Xceleration Volleyball Club, along with five other founding partners in the Northern California-Reno region, has launched the West Coast Volleyball Association (WCVBA) for the 2021 girls’ competitive club volleyball season.
Club Owner Jeremy Swann said, “This inaugural season of the new WCVBA is a long time coming and we’re extremely honored to be part of this group of dedicated professionals that will take competitive club volleyball to a whole new level. We look forward to a successful future for girls’ volleyball clubs in Northern California and Reno.”
Click here to read more about the new league and what it means for Xceleration. You can also read the press release from the Junior Volleyball Association about the new league here.
(August 5, 2020) - We’re excited to announce that Xceleration Volleyball Club, along with five other founding partners in the Northern California-Reno region, has launched the West Coast Volleyball Association (WCVBA) for the 2021 girls’ competitive club volleyball season.
Club Owner Jeremy Swann said, “This inaugural season of the new WCVBA is a long time coming and we’re extremely honored to be part of this group of dedicated professionals that will take competitive club volleyball to a whole new level. We look forward to a successful future for girls’ volleyball clubs in Northern California and Reno.”
Click here to read more about the new league and what it means for Xceleration. You can also read the press release from the Junior Volleyball Association about the new league here.
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RUTH LAWANSON JERSEY UNVEILING CELEBRATION DAY
(November 9, 2019) - Bulldog legend Ruth Lawanson's No. 15 jersey was unveiled in the rafters of Save Mart Center on the Fresno State campus to cement her status as one of the greatest athletes to come out of the Fresno State volleyball program. Congratulations, Coach Ruth, from your Xceleration family! (Photo courtesy of Ruth Lawanson) |
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Xceleration Establishes Athletic Fund, Seeks Assistance from Past, Present and Future Friends and Families
Xceleration has established a scholarship fund to help athletes and families in need and the opportunity to give everyone the Xceleration experience. The club is asking for your help, especially as the new season approaches. Read more.
Xceleration has established a scholarship fund to help athletes and families in need and the opportunity to give everyone the Xceleration experience. The club is asking for your help, especially as the new season approaches. Read more.
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Mission Statement
Xceleration Volleyball is committed to the improvement of its volleyball players. It is our goal for all participants to learn and/or grow a love for the sport of volleyball and to develop as players who are fundamentally and technically sound. To achieve this, we are committed to employing coaches who share our mission, vision, and values, and are willing to work with us to better themselves and their players. As a club, we will train our players to compete against the best competition locally, regionally, and nationally.
How Do We Support and Achieve Our Mission?
Place the development of our athletes as our #1 priority over any other.
Offer year-round training.
Train all our coaches in the techniques and strategies to be used at each age level.
(All coaches are also trained to provide an environment rich with instruction, positive feedback, encouragement, competition, and discipline.)
Provide mentoring services to our athletes for marketing them to college volleyball programs.
How Do We Support and Achieve Our Mission?
Place the development of our athletes as our #1 priority over any other.
Offer year-round training.
Train all our coaches in the techniques and strategies to be used at each age level.
(All coaches are also trained to provide an environment rich with instruction, positive feedback, encouragement, competition, and discipline.)
Provide mentoring services to our athletes for marketing them to college volleyball programs.
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