Volleyball

Volleyball 

 

A mandatory parent and student meeting typically occurs in mid-summer before the first practice at First Baptist Church Mishawaka. 

  • July 31, 2025
  • 6:00 pm

If you miss this meeting please, or need more information, contact Dana DoBrodt  - MCACWildcats@yahoo.com.

Volleyball Teams

  • Girls varsity, junior varsity, junior high, elementary

Have questions?

Check the Schedule regularly for updates on practice and game times and locations!

Age Levels

  • The following is a guideline for determining which team a student will be considered:
    • Elementary: 4th through 6th grade; age 12 and under by Sept. 1.
    • Junior High: 7th and 8th grade; age 14 and under by Sept. 1.
    • Junior Varsity and Varsity: 9th through 12th grade; age 18 and under by Sept. 1.
  • Players are assigned to a team based upon the youngest team they are eligible for. This is their primary team. Based upon skill level, the board and a coach(es) may determine a student is able to `play up'.
    • For example, an 8th grader may be invited to play on a JV/Varsity team. In this case the player’s primary team would be junior high but could dress for JV/Varsity when available.
  • Some tournaments have teams based on a player's age as of September 1 of the current season, which may allow for a different configuration for MCAC teams.
    • For example, a 9th grade JV/Varsity player who is only 14 as of September 1 would be eligible to play on a U14 (under 14) team which could also include younger `junior high' players.
  • In rare instances, a player may exhibit talent that enables them to consistently compete at one or two levels above their age bracket. It is our goal to have students play in their age-appropriate level, but the board can evaluate special circumstances should the need arise.

Program General Overview (subject to change)

Spring: February - May

  • Open gyms may be available

Summer/Fall: August-November

  • Practices begin in August
  • Season begins in late August
  • Nationals are typically the first week of November
  • Annual volleyball awards banquet

Winter: December-April

  • We try to have a couple activities a month: a family volleyball time and an open gym for the players.

Volleyball Participation Fees (subject to change)

                                                      Deposit                           Total Participation Fee

Varsity                                           $50         +      $245 =    $295 per player

Junior Varsity                                $50         +      $195 =    $245 per player

Junior High                                   $50         +      $180 =     $230 per player

Elementary                                   $50         +      $125 =     $175 per player

Note: New players must purchase their uniform to use for two to three years – high school $55; junior high $20.

 

Deposit deadline: Feb. 1

  • $50 deposit submitted with the application and commitment form (committing the player to the program and holding their place on the team).

  • Families with two or more players: $50 deposit for each child.

  • Deposit is applied to total Participation Fee due.

    • Insurance payment will be paid out of your deposit

  • Deposits are non-refundable.

 

Full participation fee deadline: August

  • Accounts must be paid in full by the player’s first team practice.

    • Money earned through Sponsorships, prior to the first practice, will be applied to the account balance (beyond the deposit).

  • If payment is not made, players may not participate in activities until their account is brought up to date.

  • Late payment fee of $15 will be assessed if payments aren’t received on or before the October practice due date.

  • Fees are non-refundable.

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