How to choose a volleyball club

Choosing a club is an important decision. The “best” club isn’t necessarily the biggest club or the one with the most teams — it’s the club that best fits your athlete’s goals, needs, and priorities.

3 THINGS TO CONSIDER

1. Competition Level

Consider the level of competition your athlete is looking for. Does your athlete want a highly competitive environment, or are they looking for a balance between competition, development, and enjoyment?

2. Coaching Staff

Coaches play a major role in an athlete’s experience and development. Look for coaches who understand the game, know how to teach it, and can effectively communicate with and connect with athletes.

3. Resources & Development

Look beyond what happens on the court. Consider what a club provides to help athletes develop as a whole — including skills training, strength and conditioning, mental well-being, leadership, and opportunities to grow both as an athlete and a person.

Before choosing a club, take some time to talk with your athlete about what they want from their experience.

1. What does my athlete want to get out of playing club?
2. Does my athlete have goals of playing in high school or at the college level?
3. Is the main goal to develop skills, compete, have fun, and build friendships?
4. How does club fit into our athlete’s other commitments? Consider school, work, friends, other sports, and activities.
5. Can my athlete balance the commitment of club with school and academics?
6. Does the club fit within our family’s budget and time commitment?
7. Will my athlete feel comfortable, supported, and valued in this environment?
8. Does this club’s philosophy and expectations match what our family is looking for?

FIND THE RIGHT FIT

There is no one-size-fits-all answer when it comes to choosing a club. The right club is the one that aligns with your athlete’s goals while providing an environment where they can learn, compete, grow, and enjoy the game.

At 308 Exclusive, we believe club volleyball should be about more than just winning games. It’s about developing athletes, building confidence, creating relationships, and giving players an environment where they want to come back every season.

ATHLETE DEVELOPMENT

We focus on helping each athlete become a better volleyball player through skills training, practices, competition, and continued development throughout the season.

COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITIES

Our teams compete in tournaments throughout the region, giving athletes opportunities to challenge themselves, gain experience, and compete against different levels of competition.

FAMILY & COMMUNITY

We are more than individual teams...WE ARE 308. We work to create a club environment where athletes, coaches, and families support one another and celebrate each other's successes.

RELATIONSHIPS MATTER

We want athletes to build friendships, create memories, and develop relationships with teammates and coaches that extend beyond the volleyball court.

MULTI-SPORT FRIENDLY

We understand that volleyball is not the only sport our athletes love. We support athletes who participate in other sports and activities while still expecting a strong commitment to their 308 team.

AFFORDABLE CLUB EXPERIENCE

We work hard to keep our club fees reasonable while still providing quality training, practice opportunities, competition, and team gear. Sponsorships and fundraising help us keep costs down for families.

A CLUB THAT CONTINUES TO GROW

308 Exclusive started with the goal of simply putting a team on the court. Since then, we have continued to grow, adding teams, athletes, coaches, and opportunities each season.

We may be a smaller club, but we are competitive, committed, and growing while keeping the athlete and the family experience at the center of what we do.

WE ARE 308.