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| ADULT CLINIC – UALBANY – 5/25/10 | Posted 2010-05-21 |
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The Coaches at the University of Albany Women's volleyball team have been generously helping coach the Empire State Games Men's and Women's teams and providing practice facilities on campus.
Tuesday, May 25th, from 7pm until 9pm, they will hold a FREE skills clinic for any adult (age 18 and over) who would like to attend. The clinic will focus on hitting, passing, setting, serving, blocking and reading. The clinic will be at the University of Albany gym (located next to SEFCU Arena). |
| EMPIRE STATE GAMES TRYOUTS | Posted 2010-04-20 |
| Information about EMPIRE STATE GAMES tryouts is being added to the OTHER VB page as it is made available to us. |
| R2 CLINIC POSTED | Posted 2010-03-09 |
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THE R2 ON-LINE CLINIC AND RELATED INFORMATION IS NOW AVAILABLE.
Due to the delay in publication of the on-line R2 clinic and test, the normal January 31 deadline for teams to have a certified down ref is waived until further notice. The pre-1/31 policy of having a "capable" R2 remains in effect. We hope to have this problem resolved soon, and will alert everyone when that occurs. |
| REGIONALS ARE IN AES | Posted 2010-03-04 |
| Both Juniors and Adults Regional Championship Tournaments are now set up in AES and open for entries. |
| IMPACT CLINIC 3/12/10 | Posted 2010-03-03 |
| Details on the IMPACT clinic being held in association with the GNE tournament are now available on the COACHES page. IMPACT certification is required for all JO coaches, and would be valuable for all adult club coaches. All prospective coaches are encouraged to attend; non-members are welcome. |
| R2 UPDATE | Posted 2010-03-01 |
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Due to the delay in publication of the on-line R2 clinic and test, the normal January 31 deadline for teams to have a certified down ref is waived until further notice. The pre-1/31 policy of having a "capable" R2 remains in effect.
We hope to have this problem resolved soon, and will alert everyone when that occurs. |
| UALBANY COACHES CLINIC | Posted 2010-01-21 |
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IREVA and UALBANY are cosponsoring a coaches clinic 1/31/2010. Details on found on a flyer on the COACHES page.
For more information and pre-registration [required], contact kfreeburg@uamail.albany.edu or 518-859-7349. This is the first of a planned series of events. For more info, or to offer to assist in our coach development program, contact Mike Wingard. |
| R2 / SK JAN. UPDATE - PLUS! | Posted 2010-01-08 |
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1/16 - TIOGA CS
1/16 - TAMARAC CS 1/17 - ONONDAGA CC 1/26 - CAROGA LAKE See the IREVA calendar for more details. Be sure to contact the host club to ensure that there will be adequate space. More clinics / fellowships are planned - more host clubs are needed. Contact Paul Putman for details. |
| IMPACT & CAP THIS WEEKEND | Posted 2010-01-07 |
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The scheduled clinics for IMPACT and CAP 1 are ON for this weekend, 1/8-10/2010, at SUNY-IT, near Utica. CAP 2 has been cancelled due to insufficient pre-registrations.
Pre-registration is required - see USAV website for times, location details, and pre-registration. IMPACT is required for all coaches and assistant coaches this year, so this is a chance to get it done early. CAP now requires continuing education to maintain certification, so this is a chance to get that done nearby. |
| R2 / SK CLINICS - JANUARY | Posted 2009-12-24 |
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The first R2 / scorekeeper clinic of the new year has been scheduled for 1/4/2010.
See the IREVA calendar for more details. Be sure to contact the host club to ensure that there will be adequate space. More clinics / fellowships are planned - more host clubs are needed. Contact Paul Putman for details. |
| IREVA REGIONALS IN 2010 | Posted 2009-12-19 |
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Yes, the information about IREVA Regionals on the TOURNAMENT pages is correct - we will not be going to Cortland this year. The field house at SUNY Cortland will be under construction and they will not be able to accomodate us.
JO Regionals will be at multiple sites in Orange County, as occurred in 2009. Adult regionals will also be in Orange County, at the World Volleyball Training Center, site of numerous IREVA JO tournaments. WVTC is a few miles from Port Jervis, convenient to I-84. Additional details for both events will be provided as they become available. |
| USAV NATIONALS - UPDATES AND DEADLINES | Posted 2009-12-19 |
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ADULTS
5/29 - 6/5 in Phoenix, AZ GIRLS 6/24 - 7/3 in Reno, NV BOYS 7/2 - 7/9 in Austin, TX NOTE DATE CHANGES FOR BOYS! Qualification and entry information is available on the USAV website. Entry deadlines information is posted on the IREVA website on the home page quick-links in the lower center. |
| CAP PRE-REGISTRATION | Posted 2009-12-08 |
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Pre-registration for the CAP courses at SUNY-IT [Utica area] is open on the USAV website. The dates are 1/9 and 1/10/2010.
See: http://usavolleyball.org/events/1468 This is your chance to obtain CAP certification, or meet continuing education requirments for re-certification, at a convenient local site. IMPACT will also be offered Friday evening 1/8/10. |
| R2 / SK CLINICS SCHEDULED | Posted 2009-12-08 |
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The first series of R2 and Scorekeeper clinics / fellowships has been scheduled: 12/13; 12/14; 12/16; 12/20.
See the IREVA calendar for more details. Be sure to contact the host club to ensure that there will be adequate space. More clinics / fellowships are planned - more host clubs are needed. Contact Paul Putman for details. |
| AVCA CONVENTION IN TAMPA | Posted 2009-11-23 |
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USAV will be participating in the annual AVCA convention Tampa, held in
conjunction with the NCAA women's championship tournament 12/17-20/2009. USAV members are encouraged to attend. There will be sessions ranging from grassroots to beach to national events, as well as CAP courses. Additional information is available on the AVCA website. |
| ADULT REGIONALS | Posted 2009-11-23 |
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Adult Regionals will be at the World Volleyball Training Center, Hugenot, NY in 2010. The site is near Port Jervis and Middletown, in Orange County.
SUNY Cortland is not available this year due to construction activities; this is the only site found that could accomodate us. |
| IMPACT and CAP | Posted 2009-11-22 |
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IMPACT webinars are ongoing - see USAV website.
IMPACT and CAP have been re-scheduled for 1/8, 9 and 10/2010 at SUNY-IT in the Utica area. IMPACT is planned for the Fridays before GNE and girls regionals. Stayed tuned for details. |
| USAV GIRLS NATIONALS | Posted 2009-11-03 |
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USAV has announced that the 2010 Girls National Championships will be at Reno, Nevada 6/24/10 - 7/3/10.
Additional details are found on the USAV website. Entry deadlines information will be published when it becomes available. |
| USAV BOYS NATIONALS | Posted 2009-09-22 |
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AUSTIN, TX - 6/30/10 TO 7/7/10
The USA Junior Olympic Boys’ Volleyball Championships will crown five Open Division titles at each age group between 14 and 18. In addition, seven Club Division titles will be contested in the 12-year-old category through under-18. See USAV website for more details, including Qualifiers schedule. |
| USAV NATIONALS IN 2010 | Posted 2009-08-26 |
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ADULTS - 5/29 - 6/5 2010 in Phoenix.
GIRLS & BOYS - Information on qualification for JO Nationals is posted on the USAV site. Entry deadlines will be published in the near future. |
| IMPACT in 2009 and 2010 | Posted 2009-08-26 |
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IMPACT Clinic Webinar dates will begin again in mid-September. Unless stated otherwise, all Webinars between September and December 31, 2009 will be scheduled from 7:30 to 10:00 pm EST each night (6:30 CST; 5:30 MST; 4:30 PST). To encourage EARLY certification, the cost during this early period is $50 per coach (late fees may apply if registering within 2 days of the start of a Webinar Clinic date).
EARLY/PRE-SEASON Period Webinar Dates: o September § 16-17 (Wed-Thur) § 29-30 (Tues-Wed) o October § 14-15 (Wed-Thur) § 26-27 (Mon-Tues) o November § 10-11 (Tues-Wed) § 23-24 (Mon-Tues) o December § 7-8 (Mon-Tues) § 15-16 (Tues-Wed) IMPACT webinar dates for 2010 will be announced later [and will be costlier!]. |
| HS VB COACH NEEDED | Posted 2009-08-24 |
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ND-BG HS in Schenectady is still in need of a coach for their Modified team [girls] for the 2009 season beginning 9/1/09.
See details on the COACHES page under OPPORTUNITIES AND AVAILABILITY. |
| COACHING OPPORTUNITY | Posted 2009-08-21 |
| The Duanesburg Central School District is looking for a JV girl's volleyball coach for the 2009 season. If you are interested, please contact Athletic Director Peter Reyes at preyes@duanesburg.org or 518-928-7383. |
| IREVA ANNUAL MEETING | Posted 2009-06-19 |
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Due to a variety of issues, the IREVA Annual Meeting was postponed from May to Saturday 6/20/09.
The meeting will be at Hudson Valley Community College, Siek Campus Center, room 150, beginning at 9 AM. The IREVA Board will conduct a routine business meeting. A lot of the business will involve a review of this past season and beginning preparations for the new season. This meeting also will include the election of officers and directors for the IREVA Board. All Club Directors received an information package about the elections, with a request to return proxies or to attend the meeting. All IREVA members are welcome as well. After the meeting, the Board will have a work session to discuss a variety of issues that are not ready to be action items at the meeting. |
| HIGH PERFORMANCE DONATIONS | Posted 2009-05-14 |
| This year over eighty girls will be participating in IREVA’s High Performance program. In addition to intensive training camps at the select, youth and junior levels, IREVA will be sending two junior teams to compete in the National High Performance Championships this July in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. To help sustain and expand this program, IREVA is teaming with MySportsDreams in a fundraising effort. If you’d like to make a donation to support the HP program, please see HP DONATIONS. |
| REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS | Posted 2009-05-12 |
| Regional Championships results are now published for boys, girls and adults. |
| NCAA MENS VB TOURNAMENT | Posted 2009-05-06 |
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Reminder - NCAA mens volleyball is being televised live on ESPN2 and other cable channels. Check your local listings to verify the details!
Semi-finals are Thursday night May 7: Penn State vs. USC at 9 PM EDT; UC Irvine vs. Ohio State at 11 PM EDT. The finals are Saturday night May 9 at 7 PM EDT. |
| FREE CLINIC AT UALBANY 5/9/09 | Posted 2009-04-28 |
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The University at Albany Volleyball Coaching staff will hold a free 3 hour Juniors clinic for on Saturday, May 9th in "The Bubble" on the UAlbany campus, 9:00am - 12:00 pm*.
The clinic’s emphasis will be on skill fundamentals. Even the best collegiate players in our region have deficits in their volleyball skill motor patterns that keep them from performing their best. This clinic aims to begin teaching the critical fundamental motor patterns that underlie precision ball control and generating force to the ball. All ages and skill levels will benefit from this information. Coaches are welcome and encouraged to come observe. *If this morning session fills up quickly, an additional afternoon session may be offered to those waitlisted players. Registration Information - To register, please send an email to sallygillich@hotmail.com Proof of USAV membership** is required for this free clinic. ** If you are not a currently registered USAV member please bring a $25 one-day registration fee with the printed registration form from the IREVA.ORG website – choose "forms" then choose "new registration". Check the box for One Event Player. UAlbany Map: http://www.albany.edu/maps/uptownmap.html |
| HP TRYOUTS CONCLUDED | Posted 2009-04-28 |
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The IREVA HP program is proud to announce the conclusion of the most successful tryouts ever. 109 athletes tried out for spots on the highly selective summer training camps. Athletes selected for the camps and the travel teams have been notified this past weekend. Congratulations to everyone for taking the step to becoming a better volleyball player.
In addition to the camps, IREVA has plans to possibly send two teams to compete in the International Junior division at the National HP Championships in Ft. Lauderdale, FL in July. |
| D3 MENS VB TOURNAMENT | Posted 2009-04-15 |
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HERE'S A NEWS ITEM COURTESY OF USAV:
If you are a fan of elite men's volleyball or you have friends that are involved in men's or boys' volleyball I strongly urge you to watch the 2009 Molten Division III Men's Invitational Volleyball Championship on April 17th and 18th. This will be the first time that the event will be broadcasted live. You can sign up to receive the webcast at http://www.ramapoathletics.com/member/aa_signup.aspx This tournament is on the endangered species list. As the popularity of men's volleyball continues to grow at the Division III level we have finally surpassed the required number of teams to mandate that the NCAA create a new National Championship tournament specifically for Division III men's volleyball. Within the next few years the Molten tournament will no longer exist and the NCAA will be taking over responsibilities for the tournament. Tune in to watch as Ramapo College, Juniata College, UC Santa Cruz, and Stevens Technical Institute compete for the chance to become of one the final Molten D-III Men's Invitational Volleyball Championship teams in history. You are certain not to be disappointed with the elite level of play that you will see. Please forward this to coaches, players, and fans of men's volleyball. |
| GIRLS REGIONALS & HP TRYOUTS | Posted 2009-04-13 |
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Girls Regionals information is now posted on the JUNIORS page of the website - including General Information, Site Directions, and Pools.
Note that there have been changes in sites since the preliminary schedule. Directions include WVTC, site of the HP tryouts Friday night. |
| 2009 SUMMER CAMPS | Posted 2009-04-10 |
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2009 SUMMER CAMPS - We have begun posting links to IREVA-area summer camp information as it is made available to us. See LINKS page. Forward any additional camps information to Jim Bishop.
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| 2009 BOYS REGIONALS | Posted 2009-04-10 |
| Results for the 2009 Boys Regionals Championship Tournament are posted on the JUNIORS page. |
| COACHES OPPORTUNITIES AND AVAILABILITY | Posted 2009-04-10 |
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A page has been added under COACHES for announcements about vb coaching opportunities. ND - BG High School in Schenectady is looking for coaches for their 2009 fall season.
Forward information on this topic to Jim Bishop. |
| PAN AMERICAN CUP | Posted 2009-04-01 |
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USA Volleyball is hosting its first-ever Women’s Pan American Cup, which serves as a qualifying event into the 2010 FIVB World Grand Prix. The event, which will tentatively have three of the four semifinalists from the 2008 Olympic Games, is the largest international volleyball event hosted by USA Volleyball in terms of country participation. Brazil won the 2008 Olympic Games gold medal by defeating silver medalist USA in the title match, while three-time Olympic Games gold medalist Cuba finished fourth in the 2008 Olympic Games. All three teams are currently ranked in the top four in the current FIVB World Rankings.
Team USA has not hosted a women’s senior-level international tournament since the 1998 FIVB World Championship Qualifier tournament in 1998. Due to international scheduling and professional league commitments, matches on domestic soil have become a rarity with only seven contests against foreign teams in the most recent Olympic quadrennial (2005-2008). 2009 Pan American Cup is being run simultaneously with the USA Girls’ Junior Olympic Championships in Miami creating a major volleyball event. Additional info is available on the USAV website - see logo on the IREVA home page. |
| Adult Scorekeeping Clinic | Posted 2009-03-18 |
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There will be an adult Scorekeeping clinic on April 2 from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm at the RPI Student Union Room 3606. Please RSVP to Ben Rosenthal if you plan on attneding at beaker_1427@yahoo.com
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| GIRLS REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT | Posted 2009-03-11 |
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IREVA REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS – GIRLS - APRIL 18 AND 19, 2009
ENTER VIA AES - MAIL ENTRY FORM, WEBPOINT ROSTER, CHECK PAYABLE TO IREVA TO: HAZEL GOLDSTEIN IREVA JO COORDINATOR 590 MULLOCK ROAD, PORT JERVIS, NY 12771 ENTRIES MUST BE COMPLETE, INCLUDE ALL PAPERWORK AND CHECK PAYABLE TO IREVA [ONE PER TEAM PLEASE] AND MUST BE POSTMARKED BY APRIL 5, 2009. INCOMPLETE ENTRIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED INTO THE TOURNAMENT. CURRENT DATES AND LOCATIONS BASED ON PROJECTED ENTRIES: APRIL 18 AND 19, 2009 U 18 - 2-DAY EVENT MIDDLETOWN HS and MONHAGEN MIDDLE SCHOOL MIDDLETOWN NY ENTRY FEE $ 400.00 U 16 - 2-DAY EVENT WORLD VOLLEYBALL TRAINING CENTER and A.S. KUHL MIDDLE SCHOOL PORT JERVIS, NY ENTRY FEE $ 400.00 U14 - 2 DAY EVENT SUNY ORANGE MIDDLETOWN, NY ENTRY FEE $ 400.00 APRIL 18, 2009 U17 - ONE DAY EVENT PINE BUSH HS PINE BUSH, NY ENTRY FEE $ 200.00 U12 - ONE DAY EVENT PINE BUSH HS PINE BUSH, NY ENTRY FEE $ 200.00 U13 - ONE DAY EVENT PINE BUSH HS PINE BUSH, NY ENTRY FEE $ 200.00 APRIL 19, 2009 U15 - ONE DAY EVENT PINE BUSH HS PINE BUSH, NY ENTRY FEE $ 200.00 |
| BOYS REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT | Posted 2009-03-11 |
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JO Boys IREVA Regional Championships
April 5, 2009 at UAlbany Cost - $200 Championships for 13s, 14s, 15s, 16s, 17s, and 18s ENTER VIA AES - MAIL AES ENTRY FORM, WEBPOINT ROSTER, CHECK PAYABLE TO IREVA TO: Patrick Dwyer 35 Culver Avenue Albany, NY 12205 ENTRIES MUST BE COMPLETE, INCLUDE ALL PAPERWORK AND CHECK PAYABLE TO IREVA [ONE PER TEAM PLEASE] AND MUST BE POSTMARKED BY March 27, 2009. INCOMPLETE ENTRIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED INTO THE TOURNAMENT. |
| ADULT REGIONALS | Posted 2009-03-06 |
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Adult Regionals will be at the World Volleyball Training Center, Hugenot, NY in 2010. The site is near Port Jervis and Middletown, in Orange County.
SUNY Cortland is not available this year due to construction activities; this is the only site found that could accomodate us. |
| NEW FELLOWSHIPS | Posted 2009-03-03 |
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Sunday March 15 - Horseheads - contact Patti Perone for details and reservations
607-426-0537 noops32@hotmail.com These events are on the IREVA website calendar. Additional details will be published as they become available. Additional fellowships are in the planning process and will be announced ASAP. THE WEBSITE NOW HAS THE MOST RECENT VERSION OF THE FELLOWSHIP GUIDELINES, AS WELL AS THE FELLOWSHIP REQUEST FORM. JO Club Directors are reminded that Fellowships are the strongly preferred method of training coaches and players as Referees and Scorekeepers - as described elsewhere on the website, the purpose of these events is to combine scorekeeping clinics, referee clinics, and brief scrimmages to practice those newly learned skills in a “competition” environment. Due to space limitations and planning needs, reservations are generally required for each event. While these events are primarily for JO clubs, adults may also attend the clinics on a space available basis. Thanks to the host clubs for their support in putting on these events. Paul Putman has agreed to be the new Fellowships Coordinator for IREVA. Contact Paul at pputman@fmcc.suny.edu for more information about these events, about arranging to host additional events, and about Fellowship events in general. |
| JUNIORS HIGH PERFORMANCE -REVISED | Posted 2009-03-01 |
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SEE UPDATED HP PAGES. ON-LINE PRE-REGISTRATION FOR IREVA HP HAS BEEN SET UP.
The HP program for 2009 is starting to take shape. USAV has posted the boys and girls High Performance program tryouts schedule and related information on the website at http://www.usavolleyball.org/content/index/2819 Among the many tryouts locations: Boys will be at Lakewood, NJ 1/16/09 and Buffalo, NY 1/24/09; Girls will be at Siena College 3/13/09 and Peekskill 3/15/09. All tryout registrations should be done through the USAV website. The deadline for pre-registration for the 3/13/09 tryouts at Siena College is 3/09/09. Pre-registration is $65; walk-up registration is $100 - plus membership fee if applicable. Questions can be directed to indoorhp@usav.org IREVA HP Tryouts / Clinics 3/13 - Siena College - this tryout will be run in conjunction with the USAV HP tryouts. PLAYERS AT THIS TRYOUT MUST SIGN UP FOR THE USAV TRYOUTS. 4/5 - SUNY Potsdam There will also be an IREVA HP coaching clinic to be held in conjunction with this event. see COACHES page for more details. 4/17 - WORLD VOLLEYBALL TRAINING CENTER, Orange County area - as in the past, this tryout will be run in coordination with the IREVA Girls Regional Championship Tournament. IREVA HP camps and potential participation in the USAV HP tournament - see HP page of the IREVA website. |
| R2 CERTIFICATION & LISTS | Posted 2009-02-20 |
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The process of posting R2 lists on the IREVA website has begun. The initial, incomplete lists should be updated several times in the next week until things are caught up. Subsequent updates will likely be weekly. As in previous years, Club Directors and Team Reps should plan on checking the lists regularly until all of their expected memberes are certified.
We apologize for the delay. Technical and personal issues have once again interfered with good intentions. We will not be able to to put R2 certification information into WEBPOINT [and on your membership cards] until a volunteer for the data entry task is found. In addition, the text on the R2 information page has been revised to clarify that JOs must take the on-line test in addition to participating in a fellowship event or clinic. |
| FELLOWSHIPS UPDATE | Posted 2009-02-13 |
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2/15/09
Cazenovia High School hosted by Kaepa Black Ice VBC For information and reservations, contact Joe Schettine 315-569-7363 jschettine@caz.cnyric.org 2/22/09 SUNY Potsdam Maxcy Hall hosted by Northstars VBC For information and reservations, contact Sue McLean smclean@ogdensburgk12.org 315-250-4894 315-769-6888 These events are on the IREVA website calendar. Additional details will be published as they become available. Additional fellowships are in the planning process and will be announced ASAP. THE WEBSITE NOW HAS THE MOST RECENT VERSION OF THE FELLOWSHIP GUIDELINES, AS WELL AS THE FELLOWSHIP REQUEST FORM. JO Club Directors are reminded that Fellowships are the strongly preferred method of training coaches and players as Referees and Scorekeepers - as described elsewhere on the website, the purpose of these events is to combine scorekeeping clinics, referee clinics, and brief scrimmages to practice those newly learned skills in a “competition” environment. Due to space limitations and planning needs, reservations are generally required for each event. While these events are primarily for JO clubs, adults may also attend the clinics on a space available basis. Thanks to the host clubs for their support in putting on these events. Paul Putman has agreed to be the new Fellowships Coordinator for IREVA. Contact Paul at pputman@fmcc.suny.edu for more information about these events, about arranging to host additional events, and about Fellowship events in general. |
| ADULT SCOREKEEPING CLINIC - RPI CANCELED | Posted 2009-02-12 |
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The Scorekeeping Clinic scheduled at RPI for 2/18 has been Canceled.
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| IMPACT AT SIENA COLLEGE | Posted 2009-02-11 |
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As previously announced, an IMPACT clinic has been scheduled for Friday 3/13/09 at Siena College in association with a tournament at that site.
Pre-registration for this event can be taken care of on-line, courtesy of New England Region, via the following link: http://www.huskyvball.com/impact.htm |
| ADULT NATIONALS | Posted 2009-02-07 |
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2009 ADULT National Championship Tournament Deadlines
Each Region establishes its own deadline for teams to submit entries to the Region office to ensure that the USAV deadlines are met, and to allow time for the required Regional review / approval / forwarding of entries. The table below lists the deadline dates for entries in the Adult National Championships (Minneapolis, MN). Detailed instructions for entry procedures are found in the pre-tournament manuals on the USAV website [http://volleyball.teamusa.org/event/event/574]. Club team entries (AA, A, BB, B) must be sent to and approved by IREVA. A change for 2009 is entries for tournaments allowing conglomerate teams can now be sent directly to USAV. Any team intending to enter one of these National Championships should have their team representative expedite their registration process by contacting Jim Bishop by e-mail in advance. Note: Team reps should ensure that members are registered and teams set up in the USAV / IREVA member registration system before entering their team in AES and submitting their entry materials. Questions about the process should be directed to Jim Bishop, Laurie Muollo, Patty Blacklock, or Anna Turner as appropriate. Submit club team entries to: James H. Bishop 12 Garrison Ave. Schenectady, N.Y. 12306 Adult National Championships Tournament: ON-LINE ROSTER DUE DATE / ENTRY DUE DATE / SEND ENTRY TO Open: Monday 3/16/09 / Wednesday 3/18/09 / USAV U-Volley; Co-Ed: Monday 3/16/09 / Wednesday 3/18/09 / USAV Seniors (60, 65, 70, 75): Monday 3/16/09 / Wednesday 3/18/09 / USAV Seniors (50, 55): Monday 3/30/09 / Wednesday 4/01/09 / USAV Masters (40, 45): Monday 3/30/09 / Wednesday 4/01/09 / USAV Club (AA, A, BB, B): Monday 3/30/09 / Wednesday 3/18/09 / IREVA NOTE: As in the past, IREVA has budgeted funds to support our teams entering these National tournaments. Budgeted funds will be divided among all participating teams, capped at the entry fee. Conglomerate teams must be at least 50% IREVA members to qualify for the subsidy. Payment will be made to team reps after submission of newsletter articles, due 07/01/08 for adults. |
| AES UPDATES | Posted 2009-02-06 |
| A page has been added to the IREVA website, found via a link on the tournaments schedule page, with periodic updates for AES. This information may be of use to both Tournament Direcots and Club Directors. |
| NEW FELLOWSHIP | Posted 2009-02-01 |
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2/15/09
Cazenovia High School hosted by Kaepa Black Ice VBC For information and reservations, contact Joe Schettine 315-569-7363 jschettine@caz.cnyric.org These events are on the IREVA website calendar. Additional details will be published as they become available. Additional fellowships are in the planning process and will be announced ASAP. THE WEBSITE NOW HAS THE MOST RECENT VERSION OF THE FELLOWSHIP GUIDELINES, AS WELL AS THE FELLOWSHIP REQUEST FORM. JO Club Directors are reminded that Fellowships are the strongly preferred method of training coaches and players as Referees and Scorekeepers - as described elsewhere on the website, the purpose of these events is to combine scorekeeping clinics, referee clinics, and brief scrimmages to practice those newly learned skills in a “competition” environment. Due to space limitations and planning needs, reservations are generally required for each event. While these events are primarily for JO clubs, adults may also attend the clinics on a space available basis. Thanks to the host clubs for their support in putting on these events. Paul Putman has agreed to be the new Fellowships Coordinator for IREVA. Contact Paul at pputman@fmcc.suny.edu for more information about these events, about arranging to host additional events, and about Fellowship events in general. |
| R2 ON-LINE CLINIC AND QUIZ | Posted 2009-01-18 |
| The Second Referee (R2) on-line clinic and quiz are now available. |
| ANOTHER FELLOWSHIP ADDED | Posted 2009-01-16 |
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1/25/09 - 1 PM
Central Square Middle School [Onondaga County] - TENTATIVE contact Penny Cummings for details and reservations 315-668-8671 pcumming@twcny.rr.com 2/1/09 Tioga Central School [Tioga County] TENTATIVE - details tba contact Desiree Ford for info and reservations 570-247-2175 ticannvb@yahoo.com These events are on the IREVA website calendar. Additional details will be published as they become available. Additional fellowships are in the planning process and will be announced ASAP. THE WEBSITE NOW HAS THE MOST RECENT VERSION OF THE FELLOWSHIP GUIDELINES, AS WELL AS THE FELLOWSHIP REQUEST FORM. JO Club Directors are reminded that Fellowships are the strongly preferred method of training coaches and players as Referees and Scorekeepers - as described elsewhere on the website, the purpose of these events is to combine scorekeeping clinics, referee clinics, and brief scrimmages to practice those newly learned skills in a “competition” environment. Due to space limitations and planning needs, reservations are generally required for each event. While these events are primarily for JO clubs, adults may also attend the clinics on a space available basis. Thanks to the host clubs for their support in putting on these events. Paul Putman has agreed to be the new Fellowships Coordinator for IREVA. Contact Paul at pputman@fmcc.suny.edu for more information about these events, about arranging to host additional events, and about Fellowship events in general. |
| IRS mileage rate for 2009 | Posted 2009-01-05 |
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The IRS has announced that the standard mileage rate used to calculate the deductible costs of driving for business purposes for 2009 will be 55 cents per mile.
In accordance with IREVA policy, this rate will be used to determine travel expenses for officials at IREVA-sanctioned events. |
| UPCOMING FELLOWSHIP EVENTS - ALERT!!!!!! | Posted 2008-12-20 |
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Fellowship schedule updates - Pine Bush [revised] and Central Square [new]:
1/10/09 - 9 AM Russell Sage College Robinson Gym contact Patrick Dwyer for details and reservations. 518-456-2958 or PDwyer333@aol.com 1/13/09 – Pine Bush High School [Orange County] – CONFIRMED - NOTE CHANGE TO TUESDAY AT 6 PM DUE TO ANTICIPATED INCLEMENT WEATHER - CONTACT HAZEL GOLDSTEIN FOR ADDITIONAL DETAILS AND RESERVATIONS. Kaepawhooshvbc@live.com 1/25/09 - 1 PM Central Square Middle School [Onondaga County] - TENTATIVE contact Penny Cummings for details and reservations 315-668-8671 pcumming@twcny.rr.com These events are on the IREVA website calendar. Additional details will be published as they become available. Additional fellowships are in the planning process and will be announced ASAP. THE WEBSITE NOW HAS THE MOST RECENT VERSION OF THE FELLOWSHIP GUIDELINES, AS WELL AS THE FELLOWSHIP REQUEST FORM. JO Club Directors are reminded that Fellowships are the strongly preferred method of training coaches and players as Referees and Scorekeepers - as described elsewhere on the website, the purpose of these events is to combine scorekeeping clinics, referee clinics, and brief scrimmages to practice those newly learned skills in a “competition” environment. Due to space limitations and planning needs, reservations are generally required for each event. While these events are primarily for JO clubs, adults may also attend the clinics on a space available basis. Thanks to the host clubs for their support in putting on these events. Paul Putman has agreed to be the new Fellowships Coordinator for IREVA. Contact Paul at pputman@fmcc.suny.edu for more information about these events, about arranging to host additional events, and about Fellowship events in general. |
| CAP & IMPACT update | Posted 2008-12-20 |
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IREVA has scheduled the following IMPACT clinics:
3/13/09 - Siena College 4/17/09 - Orange County area These events are now on the calendar on the IREVA website. Details for all will be published as they become available. USAV has also scheduled IMPACT clinics via webinars - see the USAV website for details. February 11/12 February 25/26 March 11/12 March 25/26 April 8/9 April 22/23 Contact Mike Wingard at development@ireva.org for more information on any of these events, or for coach development / education in general, |
| USAV HP TRYOUTS | Posted 2008-12-20 |
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USAV has posted the boys and girls High Performance program tryouts schedule and related information on the website at http://www.usavolleyball.org/content/index/2819
Among the many tryouts locations: boys will be at Lakewood, NJ 1/16/09 and Buffalo, NY 1/24/09; girls will be at Siena College 3/13/09 and Peekskill 3/15/09. |
| REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS SCHEDULED | Posted 2008-12-15 |
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These events are now on the website calendar and will be placed on the tournament schedule:
JO BOYS - 4/5/09 - SUNY Albany JO GIRLS - 4/18& 19/09 - Orange County area ADULT MEN - 4/25/09 - SUNY Cortland ADULT WOMEN - 4/26/09 - SUNY Cortland Additional details will follow as they become available. |
| SCOREKEEPER & R2 INFO | Posted 2008-12-15 |
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The Scorekeeper & R2 pages have been revised to reflect 2008 / 09 information.
The on-line Scorekeeper test is now available. The on-line R2 test is still pending. |
| ANOTHER FELLOWSHIP - 12/20/08 | Posted 2008-12-12 |
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Another Fellowship event for training JO players as scorekeepers and referees is being planned. Reservations are required. The host club is North Country Albany Juniors VBC.
12/20/08, 11:30-1:30 at Hudson Valley Community College (80 Vandenburgh Ave. Troy, NY) for those not currently certified as a scorekeeper; 2:00 - 7:00 PM; 2nd ref clinic and timed games for scrimmages/mini tournament at Troy High School (1950 Burdett Ave. Troy, NY) Contact Patty Blacklock for details and reservations. 518-346-4647 blackpat@nycap.rr.com |
| USAV SPECIAL EVENT | Posted 2008-12-12 |
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REGISTER NOW and be a part of the USA Volleyball Tour of Glory Tournament 22 COURTS | 160 TEAMS (Adults, Boys and Girls) | ONE LOCATION | AM & PM WAVES January 17th – 19th – 2009 @ the High Performance Volleyball Academy (HPVBA) $600/Team In addition to fun-filled days of volleyball competition, participants will have the chance to meet the heroes and legends of our sport – athletes and coaches that have taken the USA to the Olympic Medal Stand and achieved international recognition. These personalities will be available Saturday at the HPVBA facility during play and Saturday evening at the Banquet Dinner for meet-and-greet, autograph signing, and photo sessions. Team registration and banquet dinner fees will be donated to USA Volleyball for the benefit of our National Team Programs. USA Volleyball has teamed with HPVBA and the Garden Empire Volleyball Association to celebrate and support the athletes, teams, and coaches – past and present – who have brought pride to all volleyball enthusiasts and glory to the United States of America. Banquet tickets are available for $200.00 per person. AAU WELCOME Call for details 866-566-6974 & 732-415-1370 |
| TOURNAMENT DIRECTORS GUIDE IS UPDATED | Posted 2008-11-27 |
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The latest version [v7] of the Tournament Directors Guide is now available. It is posted on the FORMS page as well as both the TOURNAMENTS > JUNIORS and TOURNAMENTS > ADULTS pages.
The TD Guide provides updated policies and procedures, as well as some helpful hints for runnning a quality event. Please throw out any older versions and use the new one. |
| UALBANY VOLLEYBALL | Posted 2008-11-21 |
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Congratulations to UAlbany volleyball for their success this season.
UAlbany has been selected to host the America East Conference Tournament. Semis are 4 and 7 PM Friday 11/21/08; Finals are 4 PM Saturday 11/22/08. |
| FELLOWSHIP EVENTS UPDATE | Posted 2008-11-20 |
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The first three Fellowship events have been scheduled:
11/22/08 – 9 AM - Wheelerville Elementary School - Wheelerville Union Free School, 2417 State Highway 10, Caroga Lake, New York 12032. Contact Jim Gabeler at Caroga Lake VBC for details or to confirm space availability. 12/17/08 - 5 PM - Shenendahoah HS, Route 146, Clifton Park, NY. Contact Rachel Dufort of NY Attack VBC for details or to confirm space availability: duforach@shenet.org 881-0310x61753 339-4033 1/11/09 – Pine Bush High School [Orange County] – details tba These events are on the IREVA website calendar. Additional details will be published as they become available. Additional fellowships are in the planning process and will be announced ASAP. JO Club Directors are reminded that Fellowships are the strongly preferred method of training coaches and players as Referees and Scorekeepers - as described elsewhere on the website, the purpose of these events is to combine scorekeeping clinics, referee clinics, and brief scrimmages to practice those newly learned skills in a “competition” environment. Due to space limitations and planning needs, reservations are generally required for each event. While these events are primarily for JO clubs, adults may also attend the clinics on a space available basis. Thanks to the host clubs for their support in putting on these events. Paul Putman has agreed to be the new Fellowships Coordinator for IREVA. Contact Paul at pputman@fmcc.suny.edu for more information about these events, about arranging to host additional events, and about Fellowship events in general. |
| SIENA COLLEGE VOLLEYBALL | Posted 2008-11-19 |
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Congratulations to Siena College volleyball on their success this season.
Siena College has been selected to host the MAAC tournament this year. The tournament willl be Sunday 11/23/08 and Monday 11/24/08. Contact Siena College Athletics for more details. |
| MEMBERSHIP NEWS - UPDATES | Posted 2008-11-19 |
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The registration pages on the website have been recently updated. More information has been added about changes in fees (tryouts, one-days, upgrades, non-playing adults) and policies for 2008 / 09. A new section providing hints for new clubs and new Club Directors has been added.
USAV continues to make hardware and software changes to try to improve the system and the process. At this point, we can only apologize for any of the confusion and access issues that have occurred. Continue to provide feedback when things are not working or not clear! One item of particular note concerning WEBPOINT is that background checks can now be processed with electronic signatures - less paperwork for individuals! Club Directors and Team Reps - please be aware that there are new forms, new fees, and a new policy on club names and team names. There is also now a policy on JOs and Adult participation. Each of these items can be found on the FORMS & DOCUMENTS page of the IREVA website. In particular, all submissions to the Assistant Registrars should include both a Transmittal Form and a Registration List Form - after the initial set-up of the clubs and teams – in order to facilitate their processing of membership application approvals. |
| NEWSLETTER | Posted 2008-11-19 |
| The Fall 2008 Newsletter is now available for your reading pleasure on the FORMS and DOCUMENTS page. |
| USAV RULES, RULEBOOKS, AND UNIFORMS | Posted 2008-11-19 |
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USAV’s 2008 / 09 summary of significant rules changes has been posted on the FORMS & DOCUMENTS page.
USAV’s 2008 /09 Rules Interpretation Bulletin # 1 is also posted on the FORMS & DOCUMENTS page. This document concerns the libero uniform, and provides graphic examples of acceptable and unacceptable color combinations. In addition, the IREVA Uniforms Policy has been updated to reflect the latest USAV rule and interpretation, also posted on the FORMS & DOCUMENTS page. Changes are not significant. However, any teams considering purchase of new uniforms should read these items closely, and are encouraged to discuss the issues and obtain guidance from Hansen Leong, Referee Director. USAV rulebooks are available. In general, there are approximately enough books to provide one-per-member. The primary method of providing rulebooks to JO clubs will be via clinicians at fellowship events. Rulebooks will be provided to adult clubs at selected tournaments and by request. Rulebooks are currently available from: Hansen Leong; Mike McNeil; Jim Bishop; Anna Turner; Hazel Goldstein; Mike Wingard; Patty Blacklock. |
| FIRST REFEREE INFORMATION | Posted 2008-11-15 |
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The OFFICIALS page has been updated for the 2008/09 season.
Members are encouraged to consider becoming First Referees [R1s] to support the growth of IREVA programs, as a way of furthering their knowledge of the sport, and as another way to be involved. |
| CAP CLINIC REGISTRATION | Posted 2008-11-15 |
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USAV has opened on-line registration on the USAV website for the IMPACT and CAP clinics to be presented January 9-10-11, 2009 at SUNYIT near Utica.
This is an opportunity for vb coaches in our area to conveniently obtain their IMPACT certification, begin their CAP certification, or work on their CAP continuing education requirements as may be applicable. These clinics are open to both members and non-members. More information about IMPACT and CAP can be found on the IREVA COACHES page and the USAV website. There is a link to the USAV website on the IREVA COACHES page. |
| UNION COLLEGE VOLLEYBALL | Posted 2008-11-12 |
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Congratulations to the Union College [Schenectady] volleyball team for their success this season. Union College has been selected to host the NCAA Regional Tournament.
WHERE: Viniar Athletic Center, Union College Campus WHEN: THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 13th Game 1 Haverford vs Fredonia 1:00pm Game 2 Stevens Institute vs Sage Colleges 3:30pm Game 3 New Paltz vs Hunter 6:00pm Game 4 Union College vs Rivier 8:30pm FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14th Game 1 Winner vs Game 2 Winner 6:00pm Game 3 Winner vs Game 4 Winner 8:30pm SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15th NCAA Regional Final 7:00pm COST: $5 Adults $3 Students with ID and Seniors 65+ $2 Children under 12 FREE Children 2 and under |
| MEMBERSHIP NEWS - 2008/09 | Posted 2008-09-23 |
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New membership application pages for the website are almost ready to go - please be patient! A notice will be posted here as soon as possible.
One item of particular note concerning WEBPOINT is that background checks can now be processed with electronic signatures - no more paperwork! Club Directors and Team Reps - please be aware that there are new forms, new fees, and a new policy on club names and team names. There is also now a policy on JOs and Adult participation. Each of these items can be found on the FORMS & DOCUMENTS page of the IREVA website. |
| OTHER NEWS - 2008/09 | Posted 2008-09-23 |
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A MAJOR CHANGE FOR 2008/09 TOURNAMENTS - rosters for all IREVA tournaments must be printed from WEBPOINT, the member registration system. Club Directors and Team Reps must ensure that they have teams properly set up in the system. This policy is posted on the FORMS & DOCUMENTS page. This policy has been established by IREVA in order to better ensure proper membership and background checks for all participants in our tournaments. WEBPOINT rosters will also assist in tracking tournament results by ensuring use of proper team names and team codes!
If you are reading this page, you may have already noticed changes in many sections of the IREVA website. More are coming. Your feedback is welcome. Even better, your assistance and contributions can help website information be more useful and more timely. |
| EVEN MORE NEWS - 2008/09 | Posted 2008-09-23 |
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IREVA BOARD -
Hana Panek has been elected as Secretary. This leaves open an elected Director position. Anyone interested is invited to contact Patty Blacklock or another officer / director. Betsy Marsh will be wearing two hats as both Insurance Director and Tournament Coordinator. This change is expected to simplify and expedite the tournament sanctioning process. Blaise Agnew is stepping down from his position as Insurance Director - his many years of service are greatly appreciated. Chris Trombley is taking over from Betsy as Chair of the Adults Committee; he is also taking over from Mike McNeil in handling adult tournament results and as Chair of the Eligibility Committee. See Help Wanted news item below - it is still valid, and probably always will be. There are any number of ways that our members could assist in making IREVA bigger and better by using their knowledge and skills in some small way in service to the Region or to other clubs and teams. Contact Patty Blacklock or another officer / director to discuss how you could help. INSURANCE - USAV has not yet finalized insurance-related procedures and documents for the next season. A notice will be posted when they do so. In the interim, sanctions and insurance certificates obtained last season are good until 10/31/08. |
| CAP and IMPACT - 2008/09 | Posted 2008-09-16 |
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IREVA and SUNYIT will be collaborating to host a CAP clinic January 10 and 11, 2009 [Saturday and Sunday]. There will also be an IMPACT clinic on Friday evening, January 9, 2009. This event is already posted on the USAV website.
IREVA has tentatively scheduled the following additional IMPACT clinics: 2/1/09 - OCCC, Middletown 3/13/09 - Albany area 4/17/09 - SUNY Cortland These events are now on the calendar on the IREVA website. Details for all will be published as they become available. USAV has also scheduled IMPACT clinics via webinars - see the USAV website for dates and details. Contact Mike Wingard at development@ireva.org for more information on any of these events, or for coach development / education in general, |
| FELLOWSHIP EVENTS PLANNED - 2008/09 | Posted 2008-09-16 |
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The first two Fellowship events have been tentatively scheduled:
11/22/08 - Wheelerville Elementary School - Caroga Lake area 1/11/09 - Orange County Community College - Middletown These events are on the IREVA website calendar. Additional details and events will be published as they become available. JO Club Directors are reminded that Fellowships are the strongly preferred method of training Coaches and Players as Referees and Scorekeepers - see guidelines pertaining to Fellowships, Referees and Scorekeepers elsewhere on the IREVA website. Paul Putman has agreed to be the new Fellowships Coordinator for IREVA. Contact Paul at pputman@fmcc.suny.edu for more information about these events, about arranging to host additional events, and about Fellowship events in general. |
| USAV NATIONAL EVENT SCHEDULE - 2009 | Posted 2008-09-16 |
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5/23 - 30/09 - adults at Minneapolis
6/26 - 7/5/09 - girls at Miami 7/1 - 7/8/09 - boys at Atlanta 7/22 - 26/09 - HP at Fort Lauderdale See the USAV website for more details, including the girls qualifiers schedule. Deadlines for entries will be published when they are available. |
| ATTENTION JO CLUB DIRECTORS - 2008/09 | Posted 2008-09-03 |
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JO Pre-Season Meetings:
Sunday September 14 at HVCC - 10am - 1 pm [specific room TBA – followed by IREVA Board meeting] Sunday October 19 at SUNY Cortland - 12 noon - 3 pm [specific room TBA] Participation by Club Director or a representative at these meetings will get your upcoming season started off on the right foot- there are changes in registration [small but important], roster requirements for tournaments, and updates on tournaments, fellowships, Regional Championships, HP and more. Attendance at this event will entitle your club to the " team discount" when 6 or more members are registered at one time. Join us - give your input - share information with fellow club directors and representatives. Questions - e mail JO Director Hazel Goldstein [whooshvbc@hotmail.com ] |
| AVP HOT WINTER NIGHTS - 2009 | Posted 2008-09-03 |
| Save the date - the AVP Hot Winter Nights tour will once again kick off at the Albany Times Union Center - January 15, 20009. Tickets available from AVP, Ticketmaster, or locally. |
| IRS mileage rate revision for 2008 | Posted 2008-08-28 |
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The Internal Revenue Service announced an increase in the optional standard mileage rates for the final six months of 2008. Taxpayers may use the optional standard rates to calculate the deductible costs of operating an automobile for business, charitable, medical or moving purposes.
The rate will increase to 58.5 cents a mile for all business miles driven from July 1, 2008, through Dec. 31, 2008. |
| REVISED 2008 ADULT REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS INFO | Posted 2008-02-26 |
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To all ADULT Club/team reps:
It is time to register for Adult Regional Championships. An email was also sent out with this information. Here are the details: SUNY Cortland Women Saturday April 12 Men Sunday April 13 $150 per team Check payable to IREVA Deadline: check and paperwork must be received in the office by Friday March 21 Mail to: IREVA Regional Office Anna Turner, 390 Peter Scott Rd. Pennellville, NY 13132-3191 (DO NOT SEND BY CERTIFIED MAIL.) Remember - to play in Regionals: 1. You must have a certified scorekeeper and certified R2. Your entry cannot be accepted into the tournament without your certified scorekeeper and R2 noted on your roster. 2. Each player must have played in two IREVA sanctioned tournaments this season. Like last year, IREVA is using AES, the online tournament registration system to register teams for Regional Championships. To register log on to AES : www.advancedeventsystems.com 1. Input the information requested and use the help link to guide you through the process. 2. Print a copy of your team roster and write the name of your teams certified scorekeeper and R2 on it. 3. Mail your signed entry form, team roster and check to the Regional Office. (See address above.) Please be sure to pass this important email on! Thanks, Anna Turner IREVA Office Manager |
| MARCH IMPACT CLINIC - ALBANY AREA | Posted 2008-02-03 |
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WHAT: IMPACT CLINIC for required minimum certification as a USAV JO Coach
(if you have not already satisfied that requirement or an equivalent in years past) WHEN: March 14, 2008 WHERE: Siena College - room by gym area TIME: Check-In at 4:30 PM; Clinic from 5-9 PM COST: $50 if pre-registered (see deadline below) $60 if registered after deadline for pre-registration (see below) DIRECTIONS: from the NYS Thruway Exit 24 (I-87N/I-90E); head southeast on I-90E; take exit 6 to merge onto US 9N toward Loudonville; turn right at Spring St; turn left at 4th driveway into the MAC / Fieldhouse. PRE-REGISTRATION: Send: your printed name; JO Club you are affiliated with; a $50 check, payable to IREVA; to: Anna Turner 390 Peter Scott Road Pennellville, NY 13132-3191 Deadline for her receipt of the check is February 22, 2008 Pre-registrations are important ?later registrations will cost $60, and will be at risk of receiving the IMPACT manual after the clinic, or being declined if we are over-subscribed. CLINICIAN: Dave Peixoto; JO Commissioner of the New England Region HOST CLUB: North Country-Albany Juniors Contact Person BEFORE event: Anna Turner (800-251-9811; 315-695-3483 (local); office@ireva.org) or Patty Blacklock (518-346-4647; commissioner@ireva.org) Contact Person AT Check-In: Loretta Nerney |
| 2008 National Championship Tournament Entry Deadlines | Posted 2008-01-28 |
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Each Region establishes its own deadline for teams to submit entries to the Region office to ensure that the USAV deadlines are met, and to allow time for the required Regional review / approval / forwarding of entries. The table below lists the deadline dates by which all entry forms must be received by IREVA for the Adult National Championships (Atlanta, GA), Girls Junior Olympic Volleyball Championships (Dallas, TX) and Boys Junior Olympic Volleyball Championships (Sandy, UT). Detailed instructions for entry procedures are found in the pre-tournament manuals for each event on the USAV website.
Any team intending to enter one of these National Championships should have their team representative expedite their registration process by contacting Jim Bishop by e-mail in advance. Note: Team reps should ensure that members are registered, background checks completed as applicable, and teams set up in the USAV / IREVA member registration system before entering their team in AES and submitting the entry materials to IREVA. Questions about the process should be directed to Jim Bishop, Laurie Muollo, Patty Blacklock, Anna Turner or Hazel Goldstein, as appropriate. Submit entries to: James H. Bishop 12 Garrison Ave. Schenectady, N.Y. 12306 Deadlines for receipt by Jim Bishop: EVENT [IREVA DUE DATE] Adult National Championships: Open; Masters (60, 65, 70, 75, 80); U-Volley; Co-Ed [Wednesday, March 12, 2008] Adult National Championships: Club (AA, A, BB, B); Masters & Seniors (40, 45, 50, 55) [Wednesday, March 26, 2008] Girls Junior Olympic Volleyball Championships (all ages)OPEN AT-LARGE [Wednesday, April 16, 2008] Girls Junior Olympic Volleyball Championships (all ages)NATIONAL & AMERICAN [Wednesday, April 30, 2008] Boys Junior Olympic Volleyball Championships (all ages)OPEN AT-LARGE [Wednesday, May 14, 2008] Boys Junior Olympic Volleyball Championships (all ages)CLUB [Wednesday, May 14, 2008] NOTE: As in the past, IREVA has budgeted funds to support our teams entering these National tournaments. Budgeted funds will be divided among all participating teams, capped at the entry fee. Payment will be made to team reps after submission of newsletter articles, due 07/01/08 for adults and 08/01/08 for JOs. |
| SYRACUSE-AREA CLINIC SCHEDULED | Posted 2008-01-26 |
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A Scorekeeper Clinic has been scheduled for 2/10/08, 2:15 to 4:15, at Onondaga Community College.
Space is limited and reservations are required. Contact Pat Hanlon: phanlon@alltel.net |
| AVP RETURNS TO ALBANY - GROUP TICKET NEWS | Posted 2008-01-26 |
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AVP Hot Winter Nites - after last year's experiment in Albany in Febrrrrruary, the AVP is going nationwide with similar winter events. The Tour will feature participation from top ranked AVP men's and women's players on a rotational basis (four players per gender per event) and will replicate the authentic Southern California beach party atmosphere featured at a typical AVP Crocs Tour Event.
Wed., Jan. 30 Albany, NY Times Union Center http://purchase.tickets.com/buy/TicketPurchase?agency=TIMES_UNION&pid=6063503 Check www.avp.com for more info on other dates and locations. GROUP TICKETS - Special offers: Groups of 15 or more receive $5 off general admission tickets. 2 authentic AVP balls per team for 15-29 tickets purchased, 4 balls for 20-39, and 6 balls for 40 more. Discount Code: AVPHD (use when purchasing online) |
| ROOM CHANGE FOR RPI SCOREKEEPERS CLINIC. Now in the Mueller Center Classroom | Posted 2008-01-23 |
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NOTE ROOM CHANGE
Adult Scorekeeping Clinic to be held at RPI in the Mueller Center Classroom from 2:00 to 4:00. Here is a link to the RPI Campus Map. http://www.rpi.edu/virtual_tour/zoomify/index.html. This clinic is for first time scorekeepers or returning scorekeepers that are on their on-year for a clinic. There is no charge for registered members and please bring a pen, pencil and straight edge. Also if you want your certification to be completed quickly please come with a completed scoresheets from a match you have score keeped for this season. Please RSVP to communications@ireva.org |
| JO Fellowship at Tioga CS | Posted 2008-01-13 |
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The JO Fellowship for January 27, 2008 at Tioga Central School is now confirmed. Reservations are required. Contact Desiree Ford for more information and reservations.
570-247-2175 [H] 607-687-8004 [W] ticannvb@yahoo.com |
| R2 and SCOREKEEPER INFO | Posted 2007-12-27 |
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Updated information, on-line tests, and lists of certified R2s and Scorekeepers for the 2007/08 season are now posted in that section of the website. [note that the certified R2 list says 04/05 for now, but it's really 07/08!]
All players and coaches are reminded that team requirements for certified R2s and scorekeepers are in effect January 31 each year. |
| IRS mileage rate for 2008 | Posted 2007-12-27 |
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The IRS has announced that the standard mileage rate used to calculate the deductible costs of driving for business purposes for 2008 will be 50.5 cents per mile.
In accordance with IREVA policy, this rate will be used to determine travel expenses for officials at IREVA-sanctioned events. |
| JO Fellowships scheduled | Posted 2007-12-07 |
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The first three JO fellowships for the 07/08 season are tentatively scheduled - note these dates:
12/29 - 9 AM at Schalmont HS, Schenectady; [Bob Collen - 518-482-6286 or racollen@mac.com] 1/6 - 11 AM at Orange County Community College, Middletown; [Laurie Muollo 845-978-5433 or jlmuollo@frontiernet.net] 1/27 at Tioga Center. Reminder - reservations are required. Details will be announced asap. Additional fellowship dates and locations to be announced asap. |
| REVISED REGISTRATION CONTACT | Posted 2007-12-04 |
Joni Blacklock has relocated temporarily - c/o Barb Laird 19 Ridgewood Terrace Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 1-845-462-2268 |
| ATTENTION COACHES ? IMPACT TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES | Posted 2007-11-19 |
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| CAP COACHES SUBSIDY POLICY REVISED | Posted 2007-11-17 |
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For many years, IREVA has had a policy of subsidizing coaches who obtain CAP certification. The goal was to improve the qualifications of coaches in IREVA, particularly among the JO teams, by providing a modest incentive for coaches to invest in the cost, time, and effort to obtain this training. To further promote coaches obtaining CAP training, IREVA hosted and financially underwrote a CAP clinic in January 2007. At the September 16, 2007 IREVA Board meeting, the CAP subsidy policy was reviewed. Various issues were discussed, such as coaches who move or become inactive, and the complications caused by USAV requirements for continuing education. Pursuant to the continuing interest and support of the goal of improving the qualifications of coaches in IREVA, particularly among the JO teams, a significant revision to the CAP subsidy policy was adopted. It is expected that this policy will be reviewed annually and revised as necessary. For the 2007 / 2008 season, IREVA will subsidize CAP-certified JO coaches indirectly, by providing a $50 rebate to each team at the JO Regional Championships with a CAP-certified head coach on their bench. The rebate will be limited to one per team, and each coach so identified will qualify for only one rebate, i.e. no double-dipping by being listed on more than one roster for any age group or gender. CAP certification will be determined by reference to USAV’s membership database. JO coaches should take the steps necessary to finalize or update their CAP certification, and ensure that USAV updates their status in the on-line member registration system in advance of IREVA’s JO Regionals. JO coaches who qualify should ensure that their club directors are aware and request the rebate. |
| AES [formerly TIVA] FOR IREVA TOURNAMENTS 07/08 | Posted 2007-11-17 |
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AES will again be mandatory for ALL IREVA-sanctioned JO tournaments in 2007-08. All JO Tournament Directors will use AES to accept entries and post results; all teams will use AES to enter JO tournaments. As in 2006-07, AES will be mandatory for both JO and Adult Regional Championship Tournaments [in addition to its use by USAV and other tournament hosts]. For 2007-08, AES will be optional for all adult tournaments. Adult teams should check with each TD, or check AES, to determine if they will do so. It is hoped that a number of TDs will try out the system to verify the benefits for themselves.
This system will again be available at NO COST to TDs or teams. IREVA has negotiated a contract with the service providers for a significant savings in both cost and convenience.
This approach to managing tournaments simplifies the entry process for everyone. It also simplifies results reporting. The use of this system has been a big help with Regionals for the last two years, and many teams already use it for other tournaments. The overall assessment is that the shift to this system is a positive for the Region. Tournament Directors will continue to apply for their event sanction on-line and work with Betsy Marsh (the Tournament Coordinator for IREVA). She will give approval for events, grant access to the system and help get things set up.
Once an event is set up, teams will be able to enter on-line via AES. TDs will be able to post the receipt of a check and confirm entry. In addition, teams can print rosters from the system -- and everyone will be using their USAV/IREVA Team code to enter. Club Directors and team reps must ensure that they have their teams set up properly in the member registration system.
At the end of the event, TDs can upload all the results into AES. Club directors will see results automatically posted to their teams!
For those clubs / teams who have never used AES -- you can go to http://www.advancedeventsystems.com to register your club and to enter your players’ information. Once the information is there, it is simple to enter any event listed in the system.
Questions and comments can be referred to: Hazel Goldstein - Juniors Director; Betsy Marsh - Tournament Coordinator; or other IREVA officers as needed. |
| AVP returns to Albany | Posted 2007-11-06 |
| AVP Hot Winter Nites - after last year's experiment in Albany in Febrrrrruary, the AVP is going nationwide with similar winter events. The Tour will feature participation from top ranked AVP men's and women's players on a rotational basis (four players per gender per event) and will replicate the authentic Southern California beach party atmosphere featured at a typical AVP Crocs Tour Event.Wed., Jan. 30 Albany, NY Times Union Center http://purchase.tickets.com/buy/TicketPurchase?agency=TIMES_UNION&pid=6063">http://purchase.tickets.com/buy/TicketPurchase?agency=TIMES_UNION&pid=6063 |
| NY BOYS TOURNAMENT 11/10/07 | Posted 2007-11-04 |
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NYSPHSAA Boys Volleyball Regional Saturday, Nov. 10, 2007 Shenendehowa East HS Clifton Park, N.Y. Class A Pool Play9:30 a.m. - Section II (BH-BL) vs. Section VI Section III vs. Section V10:45 a.m. - Section II (BH-BL) vs. Section III Section V vs. Section VI12:00 a.m. - Section II (BH-BL) vs. Section V Section III vs. Section VI( 1:00 p.m. Playoff game if needed) Finals 2:00 p.m. Class B Final (Section V vs Section VI)4:00 p.m. Class A Final (Top 2 teams from pool play) |
| FELLOWSHIP EVENT SCHEDULED | Posted 2007-02-12 |
| An additional fellowship event has been scheduled for the 2006/07 season. As described elsewhere on the website, the purpose of these events is to combine scorekeeping clinics, referee clinics, and brief scrimmages to practice those newly learned skills in a “competition” environment. 02/17/07 – Wheelerville Elementary School, Caroga Lake, NY Contact: Jim Gabeler [gabelerj@wufselementary.k12.ny.us] Due to space limitations and planning needs, reservations are required for each event. While these events are primarily for JO clubs, adults may also attend the clinics on a space available basis. Additional events around the Region are in the planning stage – watch this space for announcements. Thanks to the host clubs for their support in putting on these events. |
| Binghamton Area Adult Scorekeeping Clinic | Posted 2007-02-09 |
| There will be an informal Scorekeeping clinic during the tournament at BCC this Sunday 2/11/07. Contact Mike McNiel mike.mcneil@lmco.com for details. |
| IMPACT clinic update | Posted 2007-02-07 |
| Please note that reservations for the IMPACT clinic scheduled for 03/16/07 should be arranged through Anna Turner [office@ireva.org]at the Regional office, contrary to the instructions elsewhere on the news page. we apologize for any confusion. [We are not currently able to easily edit news items.] |
| USAV HP [girls] tryouts at Schenectady | Posted 2007-02-07 |
| IREVA will host USAV HP tryouts for girls on Sunday 3/18/07, 4-8 PM, at Union College in Schenectady. See the USAV website for more information and applications. The following information is copied from there for convenience. High Performance Tryouts Entry into all HP teams and camps is based upon selection by our cadre of HP coaching staff at one of many USA HP Tryouts. These tryouts are held across the country from January through April. Boys HP Tryouts are held from mid-January through the first weekend in March at approximately ten sites. Girls HP Tryouts are held during March and April at approximately twenty sites. 2007 FIVB/High Performance Program Age Groups Men/Boys' Age Groups Boys' USA Select (BSEL) - Boys born in 1991, 1992 and after Boys' Youth National Team (BYNT) - Boys born in 1989 and 1990 Men's Junior National Team (MJNT) - Men born in 1987 and 1988 Women/Girls' Age Groups Girls' USA Select (GSEL) - Girls born in 1992, 1993 and after Girls' Youth National Team (GYNT) - Girls born in 1990 and 1991 Women's Junior National Team (WJNT) - Women born in 1988 and 1989 Registration is required for participation at High Performance tryouts, and there is a tryout fee. To register, click on the Indoor Tryouts link off of the High Performance banner to the left of this page. Evaluation and Selection from HP Tryouts Through the HP Tryouts (which include three hours of court time), athletes are striving to be selected for the National-level Team or Camp in their age group. In the youngest age group (USA Select), athletes selected to the National-level Program will participate in a training camp for five-six days with the other top nineteen athletes selected from tryouts. That group will then be broken into two teams that compete in a four-day competition at the USA High Performance Championships. This will all take place in mid-late July, after the USA Junior Nationals Tournament. In the Youth and Junior Age groups, eighteen athletes selected to the National-level Program will join their respective Youth or Junior National Team for an extended training block, prior to a final squad of twelve athletes traveling to and participating in an international competition. In an even year (e.g. 2006) that competition is a NORCECA Qualifying Tournament for participation in World Championships the following year. Below the National-level program in each gender and age group (depending on year and participant numbers) there are one to four levels of camps that athletes can be selected to participate in from HP tryouts. These include A2 programs, A3 programs, Development Camps and A2 Development Camps. |
| Albany Area Adult Scorekeeping Clinic | Posted 2007-01-31 |
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| REGISTRATION AND BACKGROUND CHECKS | Posted 2007-01-24 |
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REMINDER ? all adults associated with a JO club MUST have a background check before they can participate in any USAV-sanctioned JO-related activities. This includes club directors, coaches, assistant coaches, chaperones, volunteers, referees, et al. Information on this requirement is found on the registration section and the forms section of the IREVA website. USAV-sanctioned events include PRACTICES and TOURNAMENTS. Failure to comply with this requirement will result in voiding the club?s USAV insurance coverage. There appears to be confusion concerning this requirement among some members and in the membership application and approval process, so IREVA is taking steps to address the identified problems.
1] Effective immediately, the registrar will HOLD all adult membership applications for JO clubs [with waivers submitted and fees paid] UNTIL the background check is cleared. Any such adults in pending status who are also players or referees will need to contact the registrar to address their situations on a case-by-case basis. 2] The registrar will send out a notification to all adults listing those whose background checks have cleared. JO club directors should verify that adults associated with their clubs have clearance. Any adult not on this list does not have a current background check. This information is also available to each JO club director in the registration system and on the listing recently posted on the website. JO club directors are responsible for ensuring that they are conducting their practices and other activities in compliance with this requirement. 3] Effective with IREVA JO tournaments beginning 2/17/07, team reps will be required to submit proof of background check clearance with their signed roster to the tournament director, and tournament directors will be required to submit such proof with the roster to IREVA. The grace period for this new requirement is applicable only in IREVA; other Regions have established their own procedures. Information on how to create such documentation from the registration system will be published and distributed immediately. The TD guide will be updated to reflect this new requirement. TDs must ensure that all teams are aware of this requirement via event flyers, AES event information details, email alerts, etc. 4] The enforcement date of 2/17/07 allows approximately 3 weeks for background check applications to be sent and processed. Please note that the background check application is to be sent to the registrar [Cameron Erickson, 37 Doorstone Dr. Latham, NY 12110], not the office [Anna Turner]. 6] IREVA will be checking these rosters and will take appropriate action against any non-compliant teams or TDs. Please note ? this is a matter of serious concern to USAV and IREVA, but all should understand that the applicable policies and procedures are still evolving, not just for volleyball, but also for all youth activities around the country. Some USAV regions are requiring photo IDs at their JO events, but IREVA has not gone that far yet. We will do our best to minimize the nuisance and aggravation for all while upholding our responsibilities. Thank you for your assistance in helping us to address this problem. Please contact Cameron Erickson or Robin Sparks or Patty Blacklock as appropriate with any questions or feedback. |
| IMPACT clinic scheduled | Posted 2007-01-23 |
| ATTENTION COACHES! [And prospective coaches!] IREVA will be hosting an IMPACT clinic for all interested volleyball coaches Friday night, 03/16/07, 6 to 10 pm, in Saratoga Springs, NY. Mark this date on your calendar NOW! The location is the Courtyard by Marriott hotel. The cost will be $50 per person. Reservations are required. Contact Mike Wingard [Mlwingard@cs.com] to hold your spot. This is an opportunity for head coaches, assistant coaches, and potential coaches to learn current thoughts and ideas about the philosophy of coaching volleyball, as well as organization and technical skills development from a highly qualified USAV-certified instructor. Additional information about IMPACT and CAP [Coaching Accreditation Program] are available at the USAV website under education. If you already have IMPACT certification, perhaps it’s time to consider a refresher. Coaches should be aware that the course is regularly updated by USAV. IREVA requires JO teams to have IMPACT-certified coaches. USAV requires teams participating in JO national events to have IMPACT-certified coaches. IMPACT or equivalent is a prerequisite for CAP certification. It is anticipated that additional requirements for CAP certification and/or IMPACT renewal will be established by USAV and IREVA in the near future, so this is an opportunity to get a head start on meeting those new standards, as well as for personal development and increasing the integrity of our JO programs. IMPACT is not limited to JO coaches. Coaches for high school, college, and adult teams can benefit equally from this training, and their participation is strongly encouraged. All non-IREVA and non-USAV coaches are also welcome. |
| GHOST PLAYER POLICY | Posted 2007-01-23 |
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IREVA ghost player policy ? 2006/07
The following ?ghost player? policy was adopted by the IREVA Board several years ago in the interests of maximizing playing opportunities and eliminating numerous tournament management issues that occur when a player is injured, late, etc. This policy continues in effect for IREVA-sanctioned adult tournaments for 2006/07. A team with only 5 players at a tournament [due to injury, late arrival, etc.] will be allowed [at their option] to play any remaining sets in pool [not playoffs], but will forfeit all sets in which they only have 5 players. Any sets in which the 5-player team plays will be officiated, and the 6th player?s ?ghost? will be accounted for with respect to front and back row positioning, service, etc. The Tournament Director can also approve another USAV-registered player to play with the now 5-player team - even if that player is not registered with that team?s club ? with each such game resulting in a forfeit. The team can also have an unregistered player join the team as a one-time registration, and subsequent sets will not be forfeits. In each case, the team has until the beginning of playoffs to obtain a registered 6th player. The ghost player policy does not apply in the case of the expulsion or disqualification of a player on a 6-player team. The team will be declared incomplete, the team will forfeit all sets in which they do not have 6 players, and such sets will not be played. The following ?ghost player? policy, applicable to injury situations only, is in effect for IREVA-sanctioned JO tournaments for 2006/07. IREVA will not permit JO teams to enter tournaments, or begin events, with five players. If during the course of a tournament a player gets injured and cannot continue, the team may be permitted to play with five players if the Tournament Director and opposing teams? coaches agree to allow them to continue. The results of those games will all be considered forfeits by the team with five players. |
| AVP Announces the Premiere of Indoor Beach Volleyball in Albany, NY | Posted 2007-01-23 |
 Click Here To Purchase Tickets When: Tuesday, February 13th @ 6:30pm Where: Times Union Center, Albany, NY AVP Pros: Kerri Walsh, Todd Rogers, Rachel Wacholder, Jake Gibb, Casey Jennings, Jenny Johnson Jordan, Sean Scott and Elaine Youngs |
| NEW FELLOWSHIPS SCHEDULED | Posted 2007-01-22 |
| NEW FELLOWSHIP EVENTS SCHEDULED Two additional fellowship events have been scheduled for the 2006/07 season. As described elsewhere on the website, the purpose of these events is to combine scorekeeping clinics, referee clinics, and brief scrimmages to practice those newly learned skills in a “competition” environment. 01/28/07 – Tioga Center Middle School, Tioga Center, NY; Contact: Desiree Ford [ticannvb@yahoo.com] 02/25/07 – SUNY Oswego, Oswego, NY Contact: Pat Hanlon [phanlon@alltel.net] Due to space limitations and planning needs, reservations are required for each event. While these events are primarily for JO clubs, adults may also attend the clinics on a space available basis. Additional events around the Region are in the planning stage – watch this space for announcements. Thanks to the host clubs for their support in putting on these events. |
| Scorekeeper Information Updated | Posted 2007-01-10 |
| The Scorekeeper's information has been updated on the officials page. In you have any questions about becoming certified as ascorekeeper please look at this information first. |
| TIVA in use for IREVA JO tournaments | Posted 2006-12-23 |
| At the Junior Club Directors’ meeting 10/08/06, the JO reps approved the use of TIVA for ALL IREVA-sanctioned JO tournaments in 2006-07. All JO Tournament Directors will use TIVA to accept entries and post results; all teams will use TIVA to enter JO tournaments. This system will be available at NO COST to Tournament Directors or teams! IREVA has negotiated a contract with the service providers for a significant savings in both cost and convenience. This approach to managing tournaments will simplify the entry process for everyone. It will also simplify results reporting! The use of this system was a big help with Regionals last year, and many teams already use it for other tournaments. The attendees at the meeting believed that the shift to this system would be a positive for the Region. Tournament Directors will continue to apply for their event sanction on-line and work with Betsy Marsh (the Tournament Coordinator for the Region). She will give approval for events, grant access to the system and help get things set up. Once an event is set up, teams will be able to enter on-line via TIVA. TDs will be able to post the receipt of a check and confirm entry. In addition, teams can print rosters from the system -- and everyone will be using their USAV/IREVA Team code to enter. Club Directors and team reps must ensure that they have their teams set up properly in the member registration system. At the end of the event, TDs can upload all the results into TIVA. Club directors will see results automatically posted to their teams! For those clubs / teams who have never used TIVA -- you can go to www.tivaonline.com to register your club and to enter your players’ information. Once the information is there, it is simple to enter any event listed in the system. Questions and comments can be referred to: Robin Sparks - Juniors Director; Betsy Marsh - Tournament Coordinator; Cameron Erickson – Registrar; or other IREVA officers as needed. |
| FELLOWSHIP EVENTS SCHEDULED | Posted 2006-12-23 |
| Three fellowship events have been scheduled for the 2006/07 season so far. As described elsewhere on the website, the purpose of these events is to combine scorekeeping clinics, referee clinics, and brief scrimmages to practice those newly learned skills in a “competition” environment. 12/30/06 – South Glens Falls MS, South Glens Falls, NY; Contact: Cathy Mularz [mularzc@sgfallssd.org] 12/30/06 – Schalmont HS, Rotterdam, NY; Contact: Jim Lemire [vbjjjl@yahoo.com] 01/07/07 – Orange County CC, Middletown, NY; Contact: Laurie Muollo [LMuollo@archny.org] Due to space limitations and planning needs, reservations are required for each event. While these events are primarily for JO clubs, adults may also attend the clinics on a space available basis. Additional events around the Region are in the planning stage – watch this space for announcements. Thanks to the host clubs for their support in putting on these events. |
| Adult Scorekeeper Clinic | Posted 2006-12-09 |
| This is a clinic for those members of Adult clubs interested in scorekeeping who have not been certified before. Junior Members will have to go to a fellowship. Information on upcoming fellowships will be posted soon. 8:30 PM December 12 Lishakill Middle School 68 Waterman Ave. Albany, NY Please RSVP Ben Rosenthal 518-852-7766 if you plan on attending. |
| 2006-2007 IREVA Uniform Policy | Posted 2006-12-04 |
| Click here to view the 2006-2007 IREVA Uniform Policy. |
| IRS mileage rates for 2007 | Posted 2006-12-03 |
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The IRS has announced that the standard mileage rate used to calculate the deductible costs of driving for business purposes for 2007 will be 48.5 cents per mile.
In accordance with IREVA policy, this rate will be used to determine travel expenses for officials at IREVA-sanctioned events. |
| 2007 Regional Championships dates | Posted 2006-10-29 |
| Due to scheduling difficulties,it has been necessary to change the previously published dates and locations for the 2007 Regional Championships. Juniors are April 14 & 15 at SUNY Cortland and the Syracuse ONCenter. Adults are April 28 & 29 at SUNY Cortland. The website calendar has been revised to reflect these changes. |
| Club Directors Meeting | Posted 2006-09-27 |
| Club Directors Meeting Sunday, October 8, 2006. Location to be determined. Check the calendar of events for details. |
| 2006 USA Open Volleyball Championship Results | Posted 2006-07-14 |
| Congratulations to Mike McNeil on winning the Golden Pen Award at the 2006 USA Open Tournament. Click here to view a description of all awards. |
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