NIVA Independent Feeder Production v1.7
NORTHERN INDIANA VOLLEYBALL ASSOCIATION

NIVA Independent Feeder

The Independent Feeder is a combined effort of multiple area varsity coaches that provides recreational teams for 3rd-8th grade girls who practice out of Mishawaka Fieldhouse.

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Independent Feeder

Program Overview

3rd-8th Grade

Who This Program Serves

For players who attend any school that does not operate its own feeder program. It also serves players who are not placed on their home feeder because of roster limitations.

Development Focus

Practice, Compete & Improve

Players develop their skills in a positive recreational environment while competing with teammates from schools and communities across the area.

Everyone Has a Place to Play

Grade & Experience Based Teams

Whether you're brand new to volleyball or have several years of experience, the Independent Feeder provides every player an opportunity to play. Players are placed on teams based on grade and experience so they can develop alongside teammates with similar experience.

Serving Players From

Multiple Schools. One Feeder Community.

ICCL Schools • Michigan Schools • Penn Schools • South Bend Schools • Homeschool Families

+ Any player attending a school without its own feeder program

The Independent Feeder brings together players from multiple schools and communities to create a fun, developmental volleyball experience. If your school does not offer a feeder program - or your home feeder reaches roster capacity - the Independent Feeder provides another opportunity to play and develop.

2026-27 Independent Feeder

2026-27 Season Timeline

Registration

October 1-January 10

Standard Registration: October 1-December 6 - $65Late Registration: December 7-January 10 - $90A spot on a team cannot be guaranteed for late registrations.

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Parent Information Night

September 28 - 7:30 PM

In person at Mishawaka Fieldhouse or watch live on Facebook.

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Team Placement

No Tryouts

Every player who registers is rostered on a team. Teams are formed by grade and experience so players can develop with teammates at an appropriate level.

Registration Closes

December 6

Register by this date for the standard $65 registration fee.

Team Emails

December 9

Team assignments, practice details and the full season schedule will be emailed to families.

First Practice & Team Meetings

December 13

Teams begin their season with their first practice and team meeting.

Required Before Participation

JVA Membership

Every NIVA player must complete the FREE JVA Player & Coach Membership before participating in practices or competitions.

How to Begin

  • Choose NIVA from the Club dropdown.
  • Director: Adria Anderson
  • Questions? nivajrs@gmail.com

Important Before You Begin

Read this before starting your membership.

NO CHARGE

Your NIVA registration fee covers the JVA membership. NIVA is billed directly.

DO NOT PAY

If you reach a payment page, back out and restart using the FREE Player & Coach Membership option.

No refunds will be issued if someone pays JVA directly.
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Season Practices

Practice Information

1

Players choose their preferred practice day and time when they register.

2

Each team practices on the same day and at the same time throughout the season.

3

The complete practice schedule and team assignment will be included in the Team Email on December 9.

Club-Wide Power League

2027 Power League Schedule

Teams play one day on each listed weekend, except for the two-day finale.

January 9 or 10One-day event
January 23 or 24One-day event
February 6 or 7One-day event
February 13 or 14One-day event
February 27 or 28One-day event
2-Day FinaleMarch 6-7Medals - Championship Play - T-Shirts
Season Costs

Independent Feeder Fees

Registration Fee $65

Paid when registering for the season

Pay in Full $375

Pay the season fee in full by December 18 to save $25

Payment Plan $400
December 18$200
January 18$200
Questions Families Ask

Independent Feeder FAQ

What is included in fees?
Fees include player and coach insurance, practices, tournaments, equipment, coach pay, two uniform tops, and 12 free spectator entries for each player across the power league season. Families receive two entries per weekend, but the 12 entries may be used however they choose.
What is not included in fees?
Spectator admission beyond the included entries is not covered. Additional spectator admission is $5 per person at Power League tournaments.
What is a feeder?
Feeder programs are recreational volleyball teams for 3rd-8th grade players that help athletes learn the game, improve their skills and prepare for future school volleyball.
What is the Power League?
The Power League is NIVA's internal tournament series for NIVA rec teams and participating outside teams. Results and points are tracked throughout the season, and the series concludes with a two-day finale where teams compete for a championship in each division.
Who sets feeder tryouts and practices?
NIVA works with each feeder program to establish timelines, while practice schedules and communications are shared with families throughout the season.
Where are club-wide play dates held?
All rec teams play their power league dates at Mishawaka Fieldhouse, 6155 Veterans Parkway, Mishawaka, Indiana.
Are there tryouts?
No. Every registered Independent Feeder player is rostered on a team. Teams are formed by grade and experience.
Questions?

Independent Feeder Contact

Kaitlyn Ross

niva.kaitlyn@gmail.com