March 27-29 and April 2-4, 2027
Salt Lake City, Utah
Girls National Qualifiers
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Event Information
Salt Palace Convention Center
- 100 S W Temple St, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
https://www.visitsaltlake.com/salt-palace-convention-center/
Mountain America Exposition Center
- 9575 State St, Sandy, UT 84070
https://www.visitsaltlake.com/mountain-america-expo-center/
***Where you play at the start of the event, you will play all weekend!
Weekend 1: March 27 – 29
- Divisions: 11s -14s & 15 American / Liberty
- At Salt Palace:
- 13 OPEN
- 13 USA
- 14 LIBERTY
- 14 OPEN
- 15 AMERICAN
- 15 LIBERTY
- At Mountain Expo:
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11 NATIONAL
- 12 AMERICAN
- 12 NATIONAL
- 12 USA
- 13 AMERICAN
- 13 LIBERTY
- 14 AMERICAN
- 14 USA
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Weekend 2: April 2 – 4
- Divisions: 15 Open / USA & 16s – 17s
- At Salt Palace:
- 15 OPEN
- 15 USA
- 16 OPEN
- 16 USA
- 17 LIBERTY
- 17 OPEN
- 17 USA
- At Mountain Expo:
- 16 AMERICAN
- 16 LIBERTY
- 17 AMERICAN
**Subject to change due to team numbers and court availability
When a team registers for an Open Division in AES, its initial status will be Pending. Teams should not submit payment while their status is Pending.
If an Open Division fills within 24 hours
If an Open Division receives 48 or more registrations during the first 24 hours after registration opens, USA Volleyball will review all teams that registered in that 24-hour period.
Priority acceptance will be given to teams that, in the prior season and in the age division immediately below the division entered:
- Qualified in the Open or USA division at a national qualifier; or
- Finished in the top 20 percent of an Open Division field at a national qualifier.
Example: Teams entering the 2027 17 Open Division field will be evaluated based on their 2026 16s results.
If more than 48 teams meet one or more of the priority criteria, USA Volleyball will use the timestamp of each team’s AES registration to determine acceptance. The first 48 eligible teams, based on registration timestamp, will receive OK to Pay status.
If fewer than 48 teams meet the priority criteria, USA Volleyball will fill the remaining available positions in registration-timestamp order form among other teams that registered during the 24-hour review period.
If an Open Division does not fill within 24 hours
If an Open Division does not receive 48 registrations during the first 24 hours, teams will be accepted strictly in AES registration-timestamp order until the 48-team capacity is reached. Teams selected for acceptance will have their AES status updated to OK to Pay.
Q: When should I book travel on the final day of play?
A: The last match on the final day of play is scheduled to start at 3:00pm. However:
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We recommend that you do not schedule any departing flights prior to 6:00pm.
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Q: Where can I find the schedule?
A: The final schedule will be posted at the beginning of the week of play on March 22nd for Weekend 1 and March 29th for Weekend 2.
Q: What are the entry times and location?
A: Entry will be located at the Hyatt & Radisson Entrances of the Salt Palace Convention Center.
For Mountain Expo Location, entry will be near the main entrance.
- AM Waves – Doors will open at 7AM. Once you have completed your work assignments and matches for the day please leave the facility.
- PM Waves – Door will open at 2:30 p.m., to allow AM waves to leave after their scheduled 1 p.m. game.
Q: What is the tiebreaker procedure?
A: Please see the tiebreaking procedure flow chart (PDF).
Q: What is the last-day forfeit policy?
A: Any forfeits during the last/final day of play will result in the following penalties:
- A forfeiture penalty in which the dollar amount shall be determined by the tournament director.
- Team(s) will be required to ref/work the following match
- Failure to provide a full work team will result in an additional fine in which the dollar amount shall cover officiating fees of the match.
- Refer to the 2026 Girls Championship Manual for further details.
Q: What is the ticketing policy?
A: Tickets for parents & spectators will go on sale in February. Coaches & Rostered Staff- will receive an email with how to redeem their free QR Code the day before the event starts. Rostered Staff includes anyone listed on the Officials Roster. Players- will not need or receive QR code/wristband/bag tag. They will enter through the Athlete Entrance.
Q: Are there any military discounts available for spectators?
A: No, there are no discounts available.
Q: Are the matches livestreamed?
A: Leave the cameras and tripods at home and enjoy the action – live! We have partnered with BallerTV to provide professional live streaming for this event. They have the necessary liability insurance and expertise to set up video equipment to protect athletes and fans. Any other live streaming, including the use of Facebook Live, is strictly prohibited.
Q: What is the concession and seating policy?
A: No outside food, coolers or chairs are allowed in the convention center. The Salt Palace Convention Center and Mountain Expo will be selling food in the venue and have made an effort to provide a good variety of options.
Q: What is the parking situation?
A: There is parking available around the SPCC at various garages at which rates vary. Mountain America has 2000 Parking spots, all free of charge!
Q: Are there practice opportunities?
A: Yes. Team practices will be available on Friday, March 26th & Thursday April 1st from 4PM-8PM on a first come, first serve basis for a MAX of 1 hour per team.
Q: Balls and Carts
A: USA Volleyball will not be providing warm-up balls or carts for rent.
Q: Is there luggage storage?
A: Luggage is not permitted in event play areas. On Days 1 and 2 of each weekend, please leave luggage with your hotel, as no luggage storage will be available. On Day 3, a luggage room will be available at both locations. Luggage storage is $5 per bag, payable by credit card only.
Q: If there are two locations, what divisions will play where/ will we change locations?
A: Divisions will remain consistent for play sites the entire event.
Please note: 18s SLC Showdown Divisions will be held in Anaheim during the 2027 Girls West Coast Qualifier for this season
Divisions: The following is the ranking of divisions, starting with the most elite, for the 2027 Salt Lake City Showdown Qualifier:
- Open
- National (11s & 12s ONLY)
- USA
- Liberty
- American
Note – ALL divisions will compete in a Three-Day Format
Entry Fees:
- $925 Per Team (11s – 17s)
Refund Policy:
Teams NOT accepted into Salt Lake City Showdown Qualifier: Full Refund
Deadlines:
Weekend 1:
Registration Deadline: 3/26/2027
Refund Deadline: 2/26/2027
Roster Deadline: 3/26/2027
Weekend 2:
Registration Deadline: 3/19/2027
Refund Deadline: 3/1/2027
Roster Deadline: 4/1/2027
Note: Divisions will fill quickly and a division fills, those teams still in a pending status will be placed on a waitlist and notified once a spot opens.
Reminder: Due to the fees imposed by credit card merchants, all credit card payments will incur a $25 non-refundable convenience fee. There are no convenience fees for paying by check.
Registration for Weekend One of the 2027 Salt Lake City Showdown Qualifier will open September 29th 2026, at 11AM ET
2027 SALT LAKE CITY SHOWDOWN W1 (11-14, 15 A/L) AES LINK
Registration for Weekend Two of the 2027 Salt Lake City Showdown Qualifier will open October 7th 2026, at 11AM ET
2027 SALT LAKE CITY SHOWDOWN W2 (15 O/U, 16-17) AES LINK
Registration Reminders:
- Housing Access: Housing will be available only to teams in an Ok to Pay status based on their registration time stamp. Teams on the Waitlist or in a Pending status will not have access to hotel accommodations.
- TTS- TTS will have hotel accommodations are available near both play venues
- Salt Palace Convention Center
- Mountain Expo
- Registration Status:
- Pending: Upon registering your team in AES, your status will initially be “Pending.” No further action is required from you at this stage. USAV will review the time stamp of your registration and place you in one of two categories: OK to Pay or Waitlist (See Below). Please note that this status does not guarantee acceptance, and we advise against booking travel at this time.
- Ok to Pay: This status indicates tentative acceptance. To secure your spot, you must submit payment and complete housing through Team Travel Source as soon as possible. Please note that this status does not guarantee acceptance, and we advise against booking travel at this time.
- Waitlist: If the division you entered fills up before your registration is complete, your status will be changed to “Waitlist.” You can email [email protected] to check your waitlist position or to inquire about moving to another division. Do not submit payment unless your status is updated to “Ok to Pay.” Please note that this status does not guarantee acceptance, and we advise against booking travel at this time.
- Accepted: Once payment is received and your housing is confirmed by Team Travel Source, your status will be updated to “Accepted.” This is the only status that confirms full acceptance into the event, and you may then proceed to book your travel arrangements.
The number of bids to the GJNC for any of the Divisions is dependent on the number of teams in that division.
11 National –
12 National –
12 USA –
12 American –
13 Open –
13 USA –
13 Liberty –
13 American –
14 Open –
14 USA –
14 Liberty –
14 American –
15 Open –
15 USA –
15 Liberty –
15 American –
16 Open –
16 USA –
16 Liberty –
16 American –
17 Open –
17 USA –
17 Liberty –
17 American –
Weekend 1
AM / Morning Wave: Salt Palace
AM / Morning Wave: Mountain Expo
PM / Afternoon Wave: Salt Palace
PM / Afternoon Wave: Mountain Expo
Weekend 2
AM / Morning Wave: Salt Palace
AM / Morning Wave: Mountain Expo
PM / Afternoon Wave: Salt Palace
PM / Afternoon Wave: Mountain Expo
Doors will open for AM Wave @ 7AM (Matches will begin @ 8AM)
Teams may begin to arrive for PM Wave @ 2PM (Matches will begin @ 3PM)
**Wave assignments are always subject to change due to team numbers and court availability
Last Day of Play: We STRONGLY recommend that you do not schedule any departing flights prior to 6:00PM!
Housing will open October 5th, 2026, for Weekend One.
Housing will open October 12th, 2026 for Weekend Two.
2027 Housing Registration Process
Only teams in an Ok to Pay status will receive a link to book housing. Teams that are in a Pending or Waitlist status on AES will NOT have access to housing. Teams in an Ok to Pay status will receive a link directly from TTS the morning of registration opening.
If you are a parent(s) that needs general modifications or changes to reservations, please email
If you are a coach or club that needs assistance with a rooming block, please email
Customer service phone number:
- (502) 354-9103
NOTE***
- TTS will have hotel accommodations are available near both play venues
- Salt Palace Convention Center
- Mountain Expo
Mountain America Expo Center Driving Directions & Transportation
Getting to the Mountain America Expo Center via TRAX Light Rail
Destination (Hop-Off) Station:
- Sandy Expo Station (The expo center is directly across the street)
Downtown Boarding (Hop-On) Stations by Hotel:
- Radisson Hotel Downtown: Arena Station or Temple Square Station
- Hyatt Regency: Temple Square Station or City Center Station
- Marriott City Center: City Center Station or Gallivan Plaza Station
- Hilton City Center: Gallivan Plaza Station
- The Grand America Hotel: Courthouse Station or 600 South Station
Quick Transit Tips:
- Which Train: Take the TRAX Blue Line (Southbound toward Draper). There is no need to transfer.
- Travel Time: Approximately 30-40 minutes.
- Cost: $2.50 each way. Tickets can be purchased at the station platforms or through the UTA GoRide mobile app.
TRAX to Mountain America Expo Center
The closest TRAX station to the Mountain America Expo Center is Sandy Expo on the Blue Line, located directly across the street from the facility.
Station & Location
- Name: Sandy Expo Station
- Line: TRAX Blue Line (Downtown Salt Lake City ↔ Draper)
- Address: 9375 S 150 E, Sandy, UT
- Access: Accessible from the intersection of 9400 S and 150 E; also connected to the Porter Rockwell Trail (Sandy rail trail) on the west side
- Parking: No Park & Ride; only drop-off/pick-up area for vehicles
Daily Schedules:
Route 701 – TRAX Blue Line Schedule
Passes:
Coaches – Register through University Athlete. Please check in at Ticketing Help Desk onsite. Proof of registration required.
USA Volleyball is excited to announce that we have partnered with VolleyStation to implement digital scorekeeping at many of our events. We will be utilizing this method of scorekeeping during Salt Lake Showdown on all courts.
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