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You must have a current USAV membership in order to participate in tryouts. The USAV membership is purchased through Delta Volleyball Region and is not included in the Jackson Juniors Volleyball Club Registration. USAV Membership for players can be renewed starting on September 1, 2025.
Here is a quick start guide to creating an account and using the SportsEngine platform as an athlete or parent.
Login to your SportsEngine account, then CLICK HERE to PURCHASE your USAV membership in the Delta Region
IMPORTANT NOTE: A family will only have one SportsEngine account. A parent/guardian must create the account as the primary account holder must be 18+ to sign waivers and purchase memberships.
The junior age definition for each age group was adjusted to a start date of July 1st (the date had previously been September 1st).
USA VOLLEYBALL JUNIOR PLAYER AGE DEFINITION
For use during the 2025-2026 Season
Once a player participates (including but not limited to practicing, training, attending workouts
and/or competing) in a club or varsity program for any university, college, community college, or
junior college, he/she is ineligible to take part in any regional and national programming, which
includes but is not limited to national JNC qualifying and championship events.
18 and Under Division: Players who were born on or after July 1, 2007
18 and Under Division: Players who were born on or after July 1, 2007 and a high school student in
the twelfth (12th) grade or below during some part of the current academic year are eligible to
compete on 18 and under teams.
17 and Under Division: Players who were born on or after July 1, 2008
Girls 17 and Under Division: Players who were born on or after July 1, 2008 (18 years or younger)
who shall neither have completed nor are in a grade higher than the eleventh grade (11th) during
the current academic year will be allowed to participate in the 17 an under age division. This age
waiver is still subject to frozen roster rules. (This age waiver is based on recruiting concerns
for girls in the 11th grade who would otherwise be required to participate in girls 18’s qualifiers
and the Girls 18’s GJNC.)
16 and Under Division: Players who were born on or after July 1, 2009
15 and Under Division: Players who were born on or after July 1, 2010
14 and Under Division: Players who were born on or
after July 1, 2011
Boys 14 and Under Division: Players who were born on or after July 1, 2009 (15 years or younger)
who shall neither have completed nor are in a grade higher than the eighth grade (8th) during the
current academic year will be allowed to participate at the USA Junior National Championships on 14
and under teams. This age waiver is still subject to frozen roster rules. (This exception is based
on the net height difference of 7’4 1/8” to 7’ 11 5/8” between the 14 and Under Division to the 15
and Under Division.)
13 and Under Division: Players who were born on or after July 1, 2012
Boys 13 and Under Division: Players who were born on or after July 1, 2012 (14 years or younger)
who shall neither have completed nor are in a grade higher than the seventh grade (7th) during the
current academic year are eligible for a Region approved waiver to compete in the boys 13’s age
group. This age waiver is still subject to frozen roster rules.
12 and Under Division: Players who were born on or after July 1, 2013
Boys 12 and Under Division: Players who were born on or after July 1, 2013 (13 years or younger)
who shall neither have completed nor are in a grade higher than the sixth grade (6th) during the
current academic year are eligible for a Region approved waiver to compete in the boys 12’s age
group. This age waiver is still subject to frozen roster rules.
11 and Under Division: Players who were born on or after July 1, 2014
10 and Under Division:
Players who were born on or after July 1, 2015
9 and Under Division: Players who were born on or
after July 1, 2016
8 and Under Division: Players who were born on or after July 1, 2017
Note: These age definitions are used by domestic club programs and are NOT the same as the age
definitions for International Competition and Domestic National Team Development Programs.
The Age Definition Policy was most recently revised by the USA Volleyball Board of Directors on
June 30, 2020.
The classification cut-off date of July 1 was reviewed by the USAV Junior Assembly and the USA
Regional Volleyball Association Assembly and research justified the new cut-off date of July 1.
2025-2026 Age Definition Chart
Interested in becoming a sponsor of JACKSON JUNIORS VOLLEYBALL CLUB?
Jackson Juniors Volleyball Club is dedicated to helping young athletes grow in confidence, skill, and leadership—both on and off the court. As we continue to expand opportunities for our players, we are seeking community partners who are willing to support our mission.
Support youth athletics in West Tennessee
Help provide affordable training and opportunities for local athletes
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Be recognized as a positive force in the community
Your support goes directly toward:
Gym rentals
Equipment & uniforms
Tournament fees
Training resources
Scholarships for athletes who need assistance
Want to participate in your local community? Become a sponsor for JACKSON JUNIORS VOLLEYBALL CLUB and support youth in your area. Contact Us for More Information about Jackson Juniors Volleyball Sponsorship Packets.