COMMISSION To recognize outstanding coaches in both a male and female category who are currently active with a USA Volleyball Junior Volleyball program. CRITERIA Demonstrate compliance with the USAV/CAP Code of Ethics; Currently possess the minimum certification of USAV-CAP entry level as a coach; Demonstrate that he/she is actively seeking USAV-CAP Level I certification if,...

COMMISSION:  To recognize outstanding junior volleyball clinicians based on accomplishments and contributions within the immediate past five (5) seasons. CRITERIA:  Be registered with a USA Volleyball Regional Volleyball Association as a junior volleyball coach and/or serve as a coach at the high school, college or national team levels; Currently possess certification as an entry-level USAV-CAP...

COMMISSION To recognize RVA Junior Volleyball Program directors whose local junior volleyball development and competitive programs successfully meet established criteria. CRITERIA Be registered with a USA Volleyball Regional Volleyball Association in a junior volleyball category or with an Education-Based Multi-Sport, National Volleyball, Multi-Sport or; Affiliated Sports Member Organization whose junior volleyball program has been recognized...

COMMISSION:  To recognize an outstanding individual who has demonstrated dedication and commitment to the USA Volleyball junior volleyball program for a minimum of three (3) years. COMMITTEE CHAIR:  Chris Clauss CRITERIA:  Is registered with a USAV Regional Volleyball Association; Has given unselfishly of his/her time to the promotion of junior volleyball for a minimum of...

COMMISSION:  This award recognizes individuals for success and excellence in volleyball coaching over a period of many years. COMMISSION CHAIR:  Bill Kauffman CRITERIA:  Minimum of ten (10) years of coaching; Ability to develop consistently successful teams, as demonstrated by performances at the state, regional, national and/or international levels; Demonstrated ability to train athletes to their...

COMMISSION: USA Volleyball Staff COMMITTEE CHAIR: USA Volleyball CEO CRITERIA: An individual who has exhibited bravery and courage, on or off the volleyball court 2019: Danielle Scott

OMMISSION:  Recognition of players whose playing careers were terminated by injury or death. CRITERIA:  Individuals shall have demonstrated top-level performance and promise or the potential for being selected as All-Time Great Volleyball Players prior to the untimely termination of their playing careers. COMMITTEE CHAIR:  Linda Murphy 1964: Guy “Buddy” Montague (Killed in action in Korea...

Named in honor of Robert L. Lindsay, the eighth president of USA Volleyball, 1981-1984, and a former regional commissioner, who was instrumental in the success of the national-team-in-residence program in the 1980s. This program set a new standard for all National Governing Bodies in the United States. COMMISSION: This vehicle recognizes individuals who have made a...

Named in honor of Jonathan Reeser, M.D., who served as the first chair of this committee. He was instrumental in gaining support for the work of the sport science industry in volleyball player development through the enhancement of their performance and the prevention and treatment of injuries. COMMISSION:  To recognize an individual who has made...

COMMISSION/CRITERIA:  This award is bestowed upon individuals who have contributed significantly to the sport but whose contributions are not specifically covered by the criteria and provision of other corporate awards. COMMITTEE CHAIR:  Recognitions Commission 1972: Richard Caplan 2005: Glen G. Davies 2006: Bertha H. Lucas 2008: Peter J. Dunn and Dr. Karen M. Johnson 2010:...