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Seven Champions Crowned in 15s at 2023 GJNC

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USA Volleyball awarded seven championship trophies Saturday in the 15 age division at the 2023 Girls Junior National Championship 14-17 at McCormick Place Convention Center, Chicago, Ill.

Remembering Coach Stephanie Schleuder

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USA Volleyball was saddened to learn of the death this week of women’s college volleyball coach Stephanie Schleuder, 73

Three Things to Avoid Saying When it Comes to Body Image

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From an offhand comment about what an athlete is eating for breakfast on race day to referring to one athlete on the team as having ’the right build for the sport,’ even casual references to an athlete’s body can have long-term consequences. TrueSport Expert and licensed clinical psychologist Dr. Melissa Streno has recommendations around what to avoid saying or discussing when it comes to eating habits, praise during practice or competition and social media.

Nine Champions Crowned on Final Day at 2023 GJNC 11-13

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USA Volleyball crowned champions in nine divisions Saturday in the Girls Junior National Championship 11-13s at the Minneapolis Convention Center.

EXCEL Wins 11 National Title at GJNC 11-13s

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EXCEL 11 Red (North Texas Region) was the first champion crowned at the 2023 USA Volleyball Girls Junior National Championship 11-13s on Friday, winning the 11 National Division at the Minneapolis Convention Center.

Girls Junior National Championship Coming to Minneapolis this Week

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More than 440 teams and 15,000 attendees are set to be part of the 2023 Girls Junior National Championship (GJNC) 11-13s this week at the Minneapolis Convention Center. 

Getting Started in Name, Image, and Likeness

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For most, participating in NIL is not a handout but rather a part-time job. It requires dozens, if not hundreds, of hours of research, strategic planning and outreach to be successful. Thus far, the most successful non high-profile athletes have taken the initiative in creating NIL deals for themselves.

2023 Spring Training Beach Rosters Announced

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More than 150 athletes in the Under-16 to Under-21 age divisions are registered to participate in the USA Volleyball National Team Development Program’s (NTDP) Beach Spring Training Series event on May 19-21 in Manhattan Beach, Calif.

Six Things to Avoid When Talking About Sports Nutrition

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Talking about nutrition, especially to young athletes, can feel difficult. Your word choice can make a big difference, and even the most casual conversations can have lasting impacts on your athletes.

GJNC18s Finishes With the Crowning of Seven New Champions

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USA Volleyball crowned champions in seven divisions Sunday at the 2023 Girls 18s Junior National Championship in Columbus, Ohio. Wave Volleyball (SCVA) won two of those titles, capturing gold in the Open and Patriot divisions.