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Conejo Crush Volleyball Club
Parent's Page
Lots of information - some you know, some you don't!
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Co-Directors:
Jane Clancy, 805-241-1943
Jen Reed, 805-807-6102
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Welcome to the World of Club Volleyball...
And Thank You for Considering Conejo Crush!
With so many clubs springing up all over, we know you have a tough choice to make - and lots of homework to do! At Crush, we understand the investment you are about to make, and invite you to get to know us - thoroughly!
Talk to us - our directors, coaches, players, parents - and you'll find a club that cares not only about your daughter the athlete, but your daughter the person. You'll find that we not only develop the volleyball player, but help shape young woman of integrity, responsibility and character. It's more than just a game at Crush - it's a lifestyle!
If You're New to Club Volleyball...
Hang on for a Thrill Ride!
Club volleyball is a roller coaster ride, ups and downs, twists and turns, and thrills that last a lifetime. There will be times your daughter will be forced out of her comfort zone and asked to do the impossible. (or so she thinks) There may be tears of frustration and there definitely will be scrapes and bruises. (time to invest in bandaids) But you will also be aware of a new sense of pride and confidence that can only come from making an incredible save, or serving a match-winning ace! Hold on to your hats parents, and enjoy the ride!
As a Parent, How Do I Know Which team is best suited for my daughter?
At Crush, we are fortunate to have a spectacular staff of experienced, versatile and caring coaches. Whether your daughter is just beginning her volleyball career, or is looking for recognition on a high-level team, we are confident we can accommodate her goals, and your expectations. Talk to us. Make sure your daughter talks to us. Together we can come up with a plan for long-term success in her volleyball career.
Over the past 6 years, Crush has grown to become a leading club in the Conejo Valley, which enables us to offer several teams in each age division. From seasoned veterans to novice players, we can help your daughter find a team suited to her level. For more information on how our Crush teams are selected, please refer to the link below.
Explanation of Crush Teams
Player Registration will open in early November. After your daughter has been selected to a team please register her on-line, making sure to include emergency contact information and player profile information (jersey # preference). Email Jane if you run into any difficulties. Monthly payments and festival fees may be made on-line, or by check, sent to: 651 Azalea St., Thousand Oaks, Ca 91360. Remember, accounts must be current in order for your daughter to play in tournaments.
link to player registration & on-line payments
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2008/2009 Crush Fees
How many clubs post their fees? And why don't they? When comparing club fees, make sure you understand exactly what you are paying for. Many clubs will not state their fees, or will hide other costs, until it's too late!
Conejo Crush Fees include:
registration into SCVA & tournaments
all apparel and gear (jerseys, practice shirts, warm-ups, bag, shorts)
coaching and gym time
Festival payments include:
registration into Festival
airfare to and from festival
transportation during festival
meals and accommodations
Monthly payments are due on the 1st of the month. If payments are not current, player may not be eligible to play in her team's next tournament.
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Commitment Fee/Down Payment
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Monthly
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Festival Payment
(due 2/1)
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Total
Excluding Festival
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12s, 13s
No JNQs or Festival
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$1500
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$150
January-May
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N/A
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$2250
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14-1s
JNQ & Festival
Mandatory
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$1500
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$175
January-June
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TBD
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$2550
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14-2s
No JNQs
Festival Optional
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$1500
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$175
January-May
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TBD
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$2375
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15-1s
JNQs, Festival
Mandatory
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$1500
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$200
January-June
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TBD
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$2700
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16-1s
JNQs and Festival
Mandatory
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$1500
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$200
January-June
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TBD
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$2700
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16-2s and 15-2s
JNQs, Festival optional
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$1500
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$175
January-June
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TBD
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$2550
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17s/18s
JNQs
Festival Mandatory
Las Vegas TBD
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$1500
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$200
January-June
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TBD
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$2700
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Festival location for 2009 has not yet been posted; fees will most likely be comparable to last year's $1200 per player, but, of course, are dependent on many factors still to be determined.
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Practice Schedule 2009
(Tentative Schedule, Times/Days May Still Change..)
Mondays/Wednesdays
5-7pm: 14-Tara, 14-Angela, 15-Kathy
7-9pm: 18-Amanda, 16-Angela, 17-Matt
Tuesdays/Thursdays
6-7:30: 12-Jane, 13-Julianna
7-9: 15-Jen
7:30-9:30: 15-James
Fridays
6-7:30pm: open gym*
*individual and small group instruction available to all Crush players
All practices are at Colina Intermediate School
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Looking for that College Scholarship?
According to Taras Liskevych, former USA National Coach, less than 3% of high school volleyball players will play in college. Of those, only 1% will actually be paid to play in college. Be careful of club coaches who make promises and easy guarantees - only top Division I schools give players a "full ride" and those are only for a year, renewable but not guaranteed. Almost all scholarships offered at the Division II level are partials; Division III does not give athletic scholarships but does give generous academic and financial aid packages for their high-achieving student-athletes. For more information, refer to the NCAA website, Guidelines for Recruiting Athletes...
If playing at the collegiate level is a goal for your daughter (which many Crush players have achieved) you can depend on our honest guidance towards helping her towards that goal.
NCAA Guidelines for Recruiting Athletes
So, if not for scholarship, why play club volleyball?
Lots of reasons!
From a girl's perspective, playing on a sport team gives you a feeling of belonging, of being a part of something special. In high school, athletes who play for their school team have status and recognition - and a feeling of community.
From a parent's perspective, nothing is more important than getting your daughter through the difficult teen years in good health, physical and mental. Keeping your daughter busy, and focused on a physical goal, is great for relieving stress, and building self-esteem.
Establishing healthy habits in the teen years will most certainly have long term benefits as well. A love of physical activity, experience in setting and achieving goals, learning how to win, and lose, with grace and dignity, and respect for others are all valuable life skills learned in competitive sports.
Win or lose, be proud of your daughter and her accomplishments. We are!!!!
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Thank you, parents, for your support!
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