2025–2026 Tryout Registration Process (13U–18U)
Northwest Arkansas Juniors Storm Volleyball Club
We’ve designed our tryout process to give every athlete a clear pathway into the club while keeping registration simple and flexible — especially for families navigating both summer and fall schedules.
How Registration Works
- Primary Summer Tryouts All athletes interested in an Adidas, Elite, or National Level team (U13-U18) MUST REGISTER FOR THE SUMMER EVALUATION for the 2025–2026 tryout season. $45 Early Bird, $55 Regular, $75 Late (t shirt inventory for late registrants can not be guaranteed)
- Fall Open Gym Evaluations (invitation-based, for open roster spots only Adidas, Elite and National Level Teams - Roster needs for these teams will be published August 15, 2025)
- Fall Tryouts (Premier Level Teams and all levels U12, U11, U10) Tryout dates for these ages released August 15, 2025
Summer Tryout Fee & Deadlines
| Option | Fee | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early Bird | $45 | June 1 - June 15 |
| Standard | $55 | June 16 – July 15 |
| Late Registration | $75 | On or after July 16 |
Fee includes:
- Storm Tryout Shirt (color-coded by position)
- Access to all applicable evaluation sessions (summer tryout sessions and fall open gym)
- Administrative processing and coach review
Summer Tryout Shirt = Your Athlete’s Ticket
Each registered athlete will receive a Storm Tryout Shirt at check-in. This shirt must be worn at all evaluations, including fall Open Gym sessions, and serves as your athlete’s proof of summer registration and payment.
If worn during a fall Open Gym Evaluations, the tryout shirt also provides free entry to that session.
The club will publish a list of remaining roster needs and available team spots by age group on August 15, 2025. At that time, families can review available positions and choose whether to attend the fall tryout sessions based on their athlete’s fit and interest.
Fall Open Gym Evaluations and Fall Tryouts
- Call: 479-379-4800
- Email: hello@nwajstorm.com
- Website: www.nwajstorm.com
Missed Summer Tryouts?
If your athlete cannot attend in July or August, you may still register now to secure your evaluation eligibility and receive a tryout shirt.
Click here to register for 2025–2026 tryouts
Questions?
We’re here to help!
What to Expect at Tryouts
- Check in at least 15 minutes prior to start time
- Athlete evaluations will consist of:
- Skill evaluation using small group games.
- Competitive evaluations during controlled scrimmages.
We understand how stressful tryouts can be. Please assure your athlete that a tryout is only a measure of a skill in the moment and not a judgement of their worth or character, nor a predictor of the type of volleyball player they will be in the future.
- We care if the athlete has a passion for the sport of volleyball and can play the game.
- We care how high above the net an athlete can play (high school age only)
- We care if the athlete is a good teammate and committed to being good to and good for, their team.
- We care that the athlete is teachable and open to the process.
- We care that that an athletes' support system understands that skill acquisition is a lifetime process. Initial ability does not predict final ability.
Because an athlete is more than just a tryout, we highly recommend attending our Summer Programs before the tryout. Talk to our coaching staff and get to know our club and let us get to know you!
