Northern Indiana Volleyball Association
Train More. Compete Higher. Grow Together.
NIVA Girls Travel offers 11U–18U athletes short-season and full-season team pathways, advanced coaching, and competitive tournament schedules.
Team Pathways
Understand the Team Levels
Families select the levels they are open to during registration. Players are evaluated only for the levels selected, so consider schedule, cost, competition, and commitment carefully.
National
Full-season teams with the most extensive and competitive travel schedules.
Included
- 2–3 practices per week
- January–June season
- Players are required to attend nationals
Additional Benefits
- Recruiting support
- Hudl + Balltime
- SportsRecruits
Select
High-level short-season teams competing in the most competitive schedule available without attending nationals.
Included
- 2–3 practices per week
- January–March season
- Advanced team training
Additional Benefits
- Recruiting support
- Hudl + Balltime
- SportsRecruits
Elite
Competitive short-season teams focused on continued skill and team development.
Included
- 2–3 practices per week
- January–March season
- Competitive tournament schedule
Additional Benefits
- SportsEngine Play
- Club positional training
- Lead coach training
Regional
A hybrid pathway with a mix of rec and travel competition.
Included
- 1–2 practices per week
- January–March season
- Lower travel commitment
Additional Benefits
- Bridge between rec and higher travel levels
- SportsEngine Play
- Club positional training
Important Dates
Before Tryouts
Parent Information Night
Sunday, September 13 at 7:00 PM
Attend at MFH or join virtually.
Open Gyms
Sun, Sep 135:00–6:45 PM • All ages • FREE
Wed, Nov 46:30–8:30 PM • 15–18U • FREE
Register for Open Gyms
Rust Busters
Mon, Sep 286:30–8:30 PM • All ages • $40
Mon, Nov 26:30–8:30 PM • 15–18U • $40
Register for Rust Busters
Registration
Ready to Try Out?
Girls Travel registration opens September 1 for athletes ages 11U–18U. Early registration pricing is available through September 18.
2026–27 Tryouts
Tryout Registration and Schedule
Athletes should attend all tryout dates for their age group.
All tryouts take place at MFH (Mishawaka Fieldhouse), 6155 Veterans Parkway, Mishawaka, IN 46545.
Early Tryout Registration
Register September 1–18
Regular Tryout Registration
Register September 19–November 17
Positional Tryout Times
Applies to 13U, 14U, 15U, and 16U. Check your specific age group below for positional tryout dates.
12:00–1:15 PMSetters (S)
1:45–3:00 PMDefensive Specialists (DS)
3:45–5:00 PMPin Hitters (OH / RS)
5:45–6:45 PMMiddle Hitters (MH)
11U
Tryout #1
Monday, October 5
6:00–7:30 PM
Select teams
Tryout #2
Wednesday, October 7
6:00–7:30 PM
Select teams
Team Email
All teamsOctober 9
Acceptance / Payment Due
All teamsOctober 11
12U
Tryout #1
Monday, October 5
6:00–7:30 PM
Select teams
Tryout #2
Wednesday, October 7
6:00–7:30 PM
Select teams
Team Email
All teamsOctober 9
Acceptance / Payment Due
All teamsOctober 11
13U
Tryout #1
Sunday, October 11
Positional times listed above
National, Select, Elite & Regional
Tryout #2
Monday, October 12
6:30–8:30 PM
National, Select, Elite & Regional
Tryout #3
Wednesday, October 14
5:00–6:30 PM
Select, Elite & Regional only
Team Email
NationalOctober 13
Select / Elite / RegionalOctober 16
Acceptance / Payment Due
NationalOctober 16
Select / Elite / RegionalOctober 18
14U
Tryout #1
Sunday, October 11
Positional times listed above
National, Select, Elite & Regional
Tryout #2
Tuesday, October 13
6:30–8:30 PM
National, Select, Elite & Regional
Tryout #3
Wednesday, October 14
7:00–9:00 PM
Select, Elite & Regional only
Team Email
NationalOctober 14
Select / Elite / RegionalOctober 16
Acceptance / Payment Due
NationalOctober 16
Select / Elite / RegionalOctober 18
15U
Tryout #1
Sunday, November 8
Positional times listed above
National, Select, Elite & Regional
Tryout #2
Monday, November 9
6:30–8:30 PM
National only
Tryout #3
Tuesday, November 10
6:30–8:30 PM
Select, Elite & Regional only
Tryout #4
Wednesday, November 11
6:30–8:30 PM
Select, Elite & Regional only
Team Email
NationalNovember 10
Select / Elite / RegionalNovember 13
Acceptance / Payment Due
NationalNovember 12
Select / Elite / RegionalNovember 15
16U
Tryout #1
Sunday, November 15
Positional times listed above
National, Select, Elite & Regional
Tryout #2
Monday, November 16
6:30–8:30 PM
National only
Tryout #3
Tuesday, November 17
6:30–8:30 PM
Select, Elite & Regional only
Tryout #4
Wednesday, November 18
6:30–8:30 PM
Select, Elite & Regional only
Team Email
NationalNovember 17
Select / Elite / RegionalNovember 20
Acceptance / Payment Due
NationalNovember 19
Select / Elite / RegionalNovember 22
17U
Tryout #1
Sunday, November 15
7:00–9:00 PM
National, Select & Elite
Tryout #2
Monday, November 16
6:30–8:30 PM
National only
Tryout #3
Wednesday, November 18
6:30–8:30 PM
Select & Elite only
Team Email
NationalNovember 17
Select / EliteNovember 20
Acceptance / Payment Due
NationalNovember 19
Select / EliteNovember 22
18U
Tryout #1
Sunday, November 15
7:00–9:00 PM
National & Select
Tryout #2
Monday, November 16
6:30–8:30 PM
National & Select
Team Email
National / SelectNovember 17
Acceptance / Payment Due
National / SelectNovember 19
Tentative Weekly Schedule
Practice Information
All Girls Travel teams practice at Mishawaka Fieldhouse. The schedule below is tentative and may be adjusted based on final team needs.
11–14U National & Select
Monday + Wednesday5:00–7:00 PM
11–14U Elite & Regional
Tuesday + Thursday5:00–7:00 PM
15–18U National & Select
Monday + Wednesday7:00–9:00 PM
15–17U Elite & Regional
Tuesday + Thursday7:00–9:00 PM
Teams will practice Sundays they don't play. Sunday times are chosen at your team meeting in November.
2026–27 Girls Travel
Tournament Schedule
Start with the complete Girls Travel schedule, then narrow by age range, highlight a team, or switch to Weekend View to see where every team is playing.
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2026–27 Team Fees
Travel Fees
Choose an age group to compare team pricing. Paid-in-full pricing saves $100.
| Team | Paid in Full | Payment Plan | Monthly Payment | Payment Months |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 White | $1,400 | $1,500 | $175 | Dec–Mar |
| Team | Paid in Full | Payment Plan | Monthly Payment | Payment Months |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 White | $2,000 | $2,100 | $325 | Dec–Mar |
| 12 Grey | $2,000 | $2,100 | $325 | Dec–Mar |
| Team | Paid in Full | Payment Plan | Monthly Payment | Payment Months |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Purple | $3,040 | $3,140 | $390 | Dec–May |
| 13 White | $2,100 | $2,200 | $350 | Dec–Mar |
| 13 Grey | $2,100 | $2,200 | $350 | Dec–Mar |
| 13 Silver | $1,500 | $1,600 | $200 | Dec–Mar |
| 13 Jade | $1,500 | $1,600 | $200 | Dec–Mar |
| 13 Pink | $1,200 | $1,300 | $125 | Dec–Mar |
| Team | Paid in Full | Payment Plan | Monthly Payment | Payment Months |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Purple | $3,280 | $3,380 | $430 | Dec–May |
| 14 Black | $3,280 | $3,380 | $430 | Dec–May |
| 14 White | $2,400 | $2,500 | $425 | Dec–Mar |
| 14 Grey | $2,400 | $2,500 | $425 | Dec–Mar |
| 14 Silver | $1,500 | $1,600 | $200 | Dec–Mar |
| 14 Jade | $1,500 | $1,600 | $200 | Dec–Mar |
| 14 Ruby | $1,500 | $1,600 | $200 | Dec–Mar |
| 14 Pink | $1,200 | $1,300 | $125 | Dec–Mar |
| Team | Paid in Full | Payment Plan | Monthly Payment | Payment Months |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Purple | $3,550 | $3,650 | $475 | Dec–May |
| 15 Black | $3,550 | $3,650 | $475 | Dec–May |
| 15 White | $2,500 | $2,600 | $450 | Dec–Mar |
| 15 Grey | $2,500 | $2,600 | $450 | Dec–Mar |
| 15 Silver | $1,500 | $1,600 | $200 | Dec–Mar |
| 15 Jade | $1,500 | $1,600 | $200 | Dec–Mar |
| 15 Ruby | $1,500 | $1,600 | $200 | Dec–Mar |
| 15 Opal | $1,500 | $1,600 | $200 | Dec–Mar |
| 15 Diamond | $1,500 | $1,600 | $200 | Dec–Mar |
| 15 Pink | $1,200 | $1,300 | $125 | Dec–Mar |
| Team | Paid in Full | Payment Plan | Monthly Payment | Payment Months |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Purple | $3,550 | $3,650 | $475 | Dec–May |
| 16 Black | $3,550 | $3,650 | $475 | Dec–May |
| 16 White | $2,500 | $2,600 | $450 | Dec–Mar |
| 16 Grey | $2,500 | $2,600 | $450 | Dec–Mar |
| 16 Silver | $1,500 | $1,600 | $200 | Dec–Mar |
| 16 Jade | $1,500 | $1,600 | $200 | Dec–Mar |
| 16 Ruby | $1,500 | $1,600 | $200 | Dec–Mar |
| 16 Pink | $1,200 | $1,300 | $125 | Dec–Mar |
| Team | Paid in Full | Payment Plan | Monthly Payment | Payment Months |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Purple | $3,550 | $3,650 | $475 | Dec–May |
| 17 Black | $3,550 | $3,650 | $475 | Dec–May |
| 17 White | $2,500 | $2,600 | $450 | Dec–Mar |
| 17 Grey | $2,500 | $2,600 | $450 | Dec–Mar |
| 17 Silver | $1,500 | $1,600 | $200 | Dec–Mar |
| Team | Paid in Full | Payment Plan | Monthly Payment | Payment Months |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Purple | $3,100 | $3,200 | $400 | Dec–May |
| 18 White | $2,900 | $3,000 | $550 | Dec–Mar |
What Families Ask
Girls Travel FAQ
How are teams selected?
Teams are selected through open tryouts. Evaluators consider position, skill, athleticism, effort, attitude, and team-composition needs. Athletes should attend all tryout dates for their age group.
How should we choose which levels to select during registration?
Consider the tournament schedule, practice schedule, financial commitment,
competition level, and family availability. Players are evaluated only for the
levels selected during registration.
What is NIVA's playing-time philosophy?
Playing time is not guaranteed on travel teams. Families are paying for instruction, practice, development, and the opportunity to earn playing time. Coaches make decisions based on production, work ethic, attendance, attitude, and team needs.
Can athletes participate in another sport or activity?
NIVA supports well-rounded athletes. Players should communicate conflicts early,
attend as much as possible, and remain committed to team responsibilities throughout
the season.
What happens after tryouts?
Every athlete receives an email letting them know their tryout evaluation scores and results. Players rostered on travel teams will receive information on next steps, including acceptance and deposit instructions. Players who are not rostered on a travel team will receive information on our rec program, where every player is rostered. Tryout money will follow the player to the rec division.
What should families expect at tournaments?
Many travel tournaments are two-day events with pool play on Saturdays—typically six-hour blocks where teams play, referee, and sit—and bracket play on Sunday. Tournament schedules are commonly released during the week of the event. Families are responsible for personal travel and lodging, while NIVA communicates any required hotel blocks or stay-to-play information.
What additional services do travel players receive at NIVA?
All teams receive lead coach training, club positional training, a video streaming page, and mental health training. Elite and Regional teams receive SportsEngine Play, while Select and National teams receive Hudl + Balltime. 15–18U National, Select, and Elite teams receive SportsRecruits and recruiting support.
What do fees cover?
Coach and player AAU and JVA insurance; coach USAV insurance; court time; equipment;
coach fees; coach travel; tournament entry fees; video and statistical tools; mental
health coaches; and recruiting services for 15–18U athletes.
What expenses are not included in team fees?
Uniform package ($360–$390); player USAV memberships for 15–18 National teams and 17 Select teams only; parking at select tournaments; and personal travel and lodging.
Does NIVA offer fundraising?
Yes. NIVA offers optional fundraising opportunities to help families offset season costs. View fees and fundraising information.
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Where Should I Go Next?
Still deciding?
Compare travel and rec, or explore the shorter Spring Travel pathway.