Youth volleyball in Overland Park

Youth Volleyball Leagues & Camps

(913) 685-6030

9701 W 137th St. Overland Park, KS 66221

Monday-Friday: 8:00AM - 4:30PM (office)

Dig into Youth Volleyball Leagues and Camps

Bump, set, and spike your way into the exciting world of youth volleyball with Blue Valley Rec! This fast-paced sport is perfect for players who love action, teamwork, and skill-building. Whether you’re signing up for our coed youth leagues in Overland Park or joining one of our high-quality camps or clinics, every player has the chance to grow at their own pace. Along the way, they’ll build confidence, learn game fundamentals, and enjoy being part of a fun, supportive team environment.

Two youth volleyball teams shake hands while walking along the net.

Serve Up Skills and Confidence

The benefits of youth volleyball are wide-ranging. First, players enjoy numerous physical advantages, such as improved agility, balance, and coordination. In addition, volleyball promotes mental sharpness by encouraging quick decision-making and strategic thinking. Socially, the sport helps kids form lasting friendships and develop communication skills as they work together toward a common goal. Moreover, it builds character by teaching responsibility, perseverance, and sportsmanship. At Blue Valley Rec, we go even further by upholding high standards for coaches and parents, ensuring that every adult involved serves as a positive role model for our youth both on and off the court.

Spring Coed Youth Volleyball

Grades 2 to 8

March – May

Serve up some spring excitement with Blue Valley Rec’s Youth Volleyball League! Open to all players in grades 2 through 8 during the current academic year, this program welcomes participants of all skill levels. Practices kick off at the end of March, followed by matches a few weeks later, with the season concluding in mid-May. Throughout the seven-week season, each team will enjoy six practices and compete in eight action-packed matches. Additionally, coaches are welcome to form their own teams; however, individual players can still join the fun by being placed on an existing team or grouped to create a new one.

Summer Coed Sand Volleyball

Grades 4 to 12

May – July

Get ready to serve up some summer fun with Blue Valley Rec’s Youth Sand Volleyball League! Open to all players in grades 4–12 during the current academic year, this coed league offers a fast-paced, outdoor experience perfect for those who love the game and the sun. Unlike traditional leagues, this program is team registration only and does not include practices. Instead, teams dive straight into 10 exciting matches played over an 11-week season, beginning in mid-May and wrapping up in mid-July. Additionally, all matches take place at our Sports Complex. For players without a team, there’s still a chance to join the action—simply add your name to our Free Agent List to be matched with a team in need.

Fall Coed Youth Volleyball

Grades 2 to 7

August – October

Get ready to bump, set, and spike this fall with Blue Valley Rec’s Youth Volleyball League! Open to all players entering grades 2 through 7 during the upcoming academic year, this league offers a fun and supportive environment for players of all experience levels. Practices begin in mid-August and continue through mid-October, with each team enjoying six practices and playing eight matches over a nine-week season. Moreover, coaches are encouraged to form their own teams; however, players who register individually will be placed on an existing team or grouped together to create a new one.

Youth Volleyball Camps

Grades 2 to 7

Year Round

Take your volleyball skills to the next level with Blue Valley Rec’s youth volleyball camps and clinics! Designed to focus on fundamentals and skill enhancement, these camps offer players a fun and supportive environment to grow. Whether your child is just starting out or looking to refine their technique, our camps provide age-appropriate instruction tailored to all experience levels. In addition, participants benefit from hands-on coaching, fast-paced drills, and teamwork-based activities. As a result, players not only improve their game but also build confidence on and off the court.

Youth Volleyball Tournaments

Grades 4 to 12

April – October

Throughout the year, we host three youth volleyball tournaments, each designed to promote teamwork, sportsmanship, and fun competition. First, teams get a chance to showcase what they’ve learned in practice. Then, they put their skills to the test in a well-organized, exciting tournament setting. Whether it’s spring, summer or fall, there’s aways a tournament to look forward to at Blue Valley Rec.

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The Role of Sportsmanship

Sportsmanship plays a foundational role in youth sports, going far beyond the final score. It fosters character development, emotional growth, and a positive team environment—values that benefit young athletes both on and off the field. Here’s why it’s so important:

Builds Character and Integrity – To begin with, practicing good sportsmanship teaches respect for teammates, opponents, coaches, and officials. Moreover, it instills honesty, humility in victory, and grace in defeat—all of which contribute to shaping a child’s moral compass.
Encourages Respect and Teamwork – When athletes demonstrate sportsmanship, they begin to appreciate the contributions of others, communicate more effectively, and prioritize team goals over individual recognition. As a result, this behavior fosters mutual respect and significantly strengthens team cohesion.
Promotes Emotional Control and Resilience – While youth sports can often be competitive and emotionally charged, sportsmanship plays a vital role in helping players navigate these challenges. Specifically, it encourages them to manage frustration, recover from setbacks, and approach adversity with maturity—ultimately equipping them with life skills that extend far beyond the game.
Creates a Positive Playing Environment – Although youth sports can be both competitive and emotionally intense, sportsmanship provides a framework for managing those pressures. In particular, it helps players control frustration, recover from setbacks, and face adversity with maturity. Consequently, these skills prove valuable not just in sports, but in many areas of life.
Reinforces Lifelong Values – Ultimately, the habits developed through sportsmanship—such as fairness, accountability, and perseverance—stick with young athletes long after their playing days are over.

In short, sportsmanship transforms youth sports into a powerful vehicle for personal growth, community building, and lifelong learning.

responsibilities

This committee supports areas requiring programming recommendations and administrative review. It is composed of an odd number of members—at minimum, three—each serving three-year terms. Specifically, the committee:

Conducts interviews and selects coaches
Deliberates and acts on formal protests
Reviews rules, policies, post-season evaluations, and surveys
Recommends changes for staff consideration
Evaluates and advises on special requests from parents or players regarding team changes
Holds hearings on incidents—as defined in the current Official Rules and Policies Handbook—and recommends appropriate actions

Through these responsibilities, the committee plays a vital role in ensuring program integrity, fairness, and continuous improvement.

The Role of Sportsmanship

Builds Character and Integrity – To begin with, practicing good sportsmanship teaches respect for teammates, opponents, coaches, and officials. Moreover, it instills honesty, humility in victory, and grace in defeat—all of which contribute to shaping a child’s moral compass.
Encourages Respect and Teamwork – When athletes demonstrate sportsmanship, they begin to appreciate the contributions of others, communicate more effectively, and prioritize team goals over individual recognition. As a result, this behavior fosters mutual respect and significantly strengthens team cohesion.
Promotes Emotional Control and Resilience – While youth sports can often be competitive and emotionally charged, sportsmanship plays a vital role in helping players navigate these challenges. Specifically, it encourages them to manage frustration, recover from setbacks, and approach adversity with maturity—ultimately equipping them with life skills that extend far beyond the game.
Creates a Positive Playing Environment – Although youth sports can be both competitive and emotionally intense, sportsmanship provides a framework for managing those pressures. In particular, it helps players control frustration, recover from setbacks, and face adversity with maturity. Consequently, these skills prove valuable not just in sports, but in many areas of life.
Reinforces Lifelong Values – Ultimately, the habits developed through sportsmanship—such as fairness, accountability, and perseverance—stick with young athletes long after their playing days are over.

In short, sportsmanship transforms youth sports into a powerful vehicle for personal growth, community building, and lifelong learning.

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