2026-2027 DVA Player Registration & Handbook Acknowledgment (11–18s)

We the parents/guardians of about mentioned player have read, agree, and will abide by the Players Handbook, USA Junior Club Personnel Code of Ethics and Wavier of Liability concerning Diggin’ Volleyball Academy. We agree, that having been selected to a team to join Diggin’ Volleyball Academy Club for the 2026 - 2027 season and agree to follow all Club Fees, Payment Terms, Payment Schedule, and Player/Parent Handbook.

Payment Terms

I (We) understand the time commitment involved in practice and tournaments.  We have reviewed the payment terms and understand that the individual must pay all Club Fees of $1,800.00 in full regardless of the duration of participation.  By your acceptance of a position at Diggin’ Volleyball Academy you are responsible for all Club Fees even if player becomes injured, moves, quits or is dismissed from Diggin’ Volleyball Academy.  The total amount of Club Fees is herein agreed to be paid in full to:

            Payment Made TO:  

            (DVA) Diggin’ Volleyball Academy

            PO Box 512, Brazoria, TX 77422

            All Return Checks will be assessed $50 fee.

I (We) understand that these fees do not include player travel, food, lodging, out of town tournament fees, USA Volleyball & Lone Star Region Registration Fees, USA Volleyball Referee/Scorekeeper Registration Fee, Additional Training outside the scope of normal weekly practice sessions or any other fee/expense not directly noted in this contract.

$300.00 Down Payment is to hold spot and is nonrefundable.  If player decides not to take offered spot, then the down payment will only be refunded if the spot is filled by another player and all the spots on the team are taken. (12 Spots filled for team).

Payments are due on the 1st of the Month.  A late fee of $50.00 will be assessed if the required payments are made after 3rd day of the month unless prior arrangements have been made with the club director.  If a payment is not made on due date the player may/will be suspended from club activities (practice, tournaments, etc.) until they are in good standing with the club.

If player is injured/moves/decides to quit the club, all clubs’ fees are still due and will not be refunded.

Items Included in Club Fees:

1 Uniform (1 uniform jersey, 1 uniform cover shirt and 1 spandex bottom)

1 Practice T-shirt

1 Backpack

8 local Tournaments (Houston Area)   

1 Team Practices a week.  

2 Optional Skills Practices on Wednesdays & Sundays (November to April, not including Holidays or if Gym is unavailable)

Payment Schedule
 

$1,800.00 Total
 

Monthly Payment Schedule: (option)

1st Payment (Down Payment to Hold Spot): $300 Payment

2nd Payment at Parents Meeting (Parents Meeting): $375 Payment

3rd Payment (No later than 12/1 ):$375 Payment

4th Payment (No later than 1/1 ): $375 Payment

5th  Payment (No later than 2/1 ): $375 Payment

 

Player/Parent Handbook

 

Player Guidelines:

1.      All players must arrive at practice on time and be ready to work. (15 minutes before practice starts to put up net, stretch and warm up)

(This is not a social event, if a player continues to disrupt practice they will be asked to leave.  The player is at practice for 2 hours a week, how they take advantage of the training/practice is up to them)

2.     Teamwork is a crucial element of being able to win games/tournaments

Players must learn to work with each other and rely on each other with a positive attitude even when things are not going their way.   Everybody has a role on the team; even on the bench they will have a role in order to support the team in a positive manner.  If a player does not like their playing time on the court in a tournament, they must work harder in practice.

3.     All players that are injured or restricted from sports activity must get written doctor’s release to return to practice and/or tournaments.

4.     All players will have to referee games (scorer, score keeper, down referee, lineman) They must attend either referee or scorekeeper clinics. There will be a $25 fee for clinic. There is also a $100 Fee if a player leaves before being released from coach at tournaments. Player must receive written release from Coach to be released.

5.     Do not talk negatively eight publicly or in social media about the program, coaches, parents and/or players. (These are grounds for Dismissal from the club)

6.     Respect the decisions of the officials (Let the coaches handle the referee decisions) (Most of these are volunteers and will make mistakes)

7.     Respect the coach on all their decisions.  The coach will make every effort to get everyone in the game during tournaments, however it is not mandatory.   In the playoffs some players may not play at all.   Everybody has a part to do on the team and players on the bench have a role as well.  

8.     Any player can choose to find sponsors to help with the cost of their club dues.   All sponsor funds will be distributed ½ to credit player’s dues and ½ to DVA.

9.     Pictures, Videos, Social Media Posts produced by/for Diggin Volleyball are property of Diggin Volleyball and may be used by Club for Club use on Website, Newspaper, Social Media posts at Diggin Volleyball discretion.  Any pictures, posts uploaded to website, Facebook page, Twitter account become property of Diggin Volleyball and may be used at Club’s discretion.

10.   All property (pictures, social media posts, work product, equipment, etc.) may not be used without written permission of Diggin Volleyball.

11.    Each player/parent is to post only positive posts on any social media platform that concerns or mentions Diggin Volleyball.

 

 

Parents Guidelines:

1.      All parents must register their daughter with USA volleyball & Lone Star Region on SportsEngine website http://www.sportsengin.com and follow instructions on website. (Cost $55). This must be done by November 1st, or your daughter will not be on roster that is sent for upcoming tournaments.

2.     Respect the decisions of the officials (Let the coaches handle the referee decisions) (Most of these are volunteers and will make mistakes)

3.     Respect other fans, coaches and players (Any parent asked to leave by the hosting tournament director or Diggin’ Volleyball Academy will not be allowed back to any practices or tournaments and player may be dismissed from the club altogether)

4.     Do not talk negatively publicly or in social media about the program, coaches, parents and/or players. (These are grounds for Dismissal from the club)

5.     Schedule a meeting with the coach for any/all questions about your daughter, however not during a tournaments or practice.   There is no mandatory playing time for each girl.  This is club volleyball, and the coach is in charge of doing what best for the team, not just one player.  

6.     Be a fan of everyone on the team.

7.     Be supportive of your child

8.     Season ends after the last scheduled tournament or April 30th, whichever is earlier.

9.     When all else fails contact club director (Curtis Kaspar 979-482-0238)

 

Dismissal from Diggin’ Volleyball Academy:

Dismissal from Diggin’ Volleyball Academy may occur but not limited to the following reasons.

1.   Unsportsmanlike conduct by player, parent(s), guest(s) of player at practice, tournaments, hotels, etc.   You are representing Diggin’ Volleyball Academy and will act in a civilized and proper manner.

2.   Social Media comments detrimental to the player(s), team or club.  This includes but not limited to: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat, Vine, etc.

3.   Absences: Either missed more than two in a row or six total that are not excused by Director/coach.

4.   No show at Tournament without being excused by Director/Coach.

5.   Not following chain of command. Coach/Director

6.   Complaining about playing time in tournaments (Playing time is earned at Practice)

7.    Any illegal activities:  Smoking, Drugs, Alcohol, etc.

8.   Club Director reserves the right to dismiss any player at any time for any reason.

 
 
Player Development (Practice):

1.      Players must attend practice on order to improve their skills.   Practice is where the tournament lineups and participation are earned. 

2.     We will be running Passing, Hitting, Defensive alignments, so missing practice will be detrimental to the player development.

3.     5:45 – 6PM Put up net and stretch/warm up time

4.     Each player will be required to come with shoes and knee pads on and ready to go.

5.     Each player will be required to bring water bottle.

6.     We will run competitive practice plans.  (A player must treat every practice as a game time situation, and they must fight for every point)

(Every Play, Every Point, Every Game – This is Diggin’ Volleyball Motto!)

7.     Mental ability and stability is crucial in player development. 

We will work on these elements as they are very important.

8.     Cell Phone   Keep your cell phone in your bag and keep it on silent mode.   You will need to ask if you can look/use your phone during practice time.

 

Tournaments

1.     Players must arrive at tournament site no later than 30 min before 1st game starts
 (This usually is around 7:30AM, Tournament start at 8AM sharp)

2.     Parking is very difficult at most of these sites, so get there early if you can.
3.     Most of these clubs that have tournaments have a website for directions and event information.  Some sites do not allow chairs, ice chests, food so look it up before you go.
4.     Most Clubs charge spectator fees, See Website for amounts.
5.     Player court time is not guaranteed for any specific spot or amount of time on the court.  (We will try to set a rotation so that every player has time on the court, However, adjustments will be made) In playoffs some players may not play at all.
6.     Court seating may be very hard to get sometimes be prepared.
7.     Players can bring small personal cooler, snacks, etc. in their bag/backpacks for them to have on the court.
8.     All the girls will be required to call games at the tournaments.  NO ONE is allowed to leave until all of our requirements have been met.  (This means if we lose in the playoffs, we will officiate the next match)
9.     There is also a $100 Fee if a player leaves before being released form coach at tournaments
10.    All Team Members are required to get certified as Scorekeeper or Referee.  There is an $25 additional fee for this. (Certification is good for two years)
11.    No hard objects (earrings, etc) can be worn. 
12.    Only say positive things / cheer for our team.    Be a positive role model.

Confidentiality Statement

This document is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s) and contains proprietary, confidential and privileged information protected by law, including, without limitation, descriptions of the scope of work and other technical information. Use, disclosure or distribution, in whole or in part, without the prior written permission of Diggin Volleyball and Curtis Kaspar, including without limitation, its use of documents, is expressly prohibited.

 Have completely read and understand the Diggin’ Volleyball Academy Player/Parent Handbook.  By signing below, I agree to its terms and agree to abide by them.

Club Representative:

Curtiis Kaspar

Club Representative Signature: