FAQs

We are excited that you are considering being part of Stumptown Volleyball! Below are answers to some of the most common questions families have about our club, tryouts, practices, tournaments, and season expectations.

OUR CLUB PHILOSOPHY

What is the Stumptown philosophy?

At Stumptown, our primary focus is on individual player development and improvement rather than team rankings or records. We want to help every player grow their skills, confidence, volleyball knowledge, and love for the game.

How is playing time determined?

Playing time is guaranteed but not necessarily equal. Playing time is based on factors such as:

Attitude and sportsmanship
Hustle and effort
Work ethic and commitment
Being a good teammate
Continued improvement and application of skills

Our goal is to provide every player with meaningful opportunities to develop and contribute to their team.

TRYOUT INFORMATION

What happens if my player is offered a spot?

Players who are offered a position on a Stumptown team will receive a Letter of Commitment. Both the player and a parent/guardian must sign the letter to accept the position.

What does signing the Letter of Commitment mean?

The CEVA Letter of Commitment is an agreement between the player, their family, and the volleyball club confirming their commitment to the team for the upcoming season.

Once the player and parent/guardian sign the Letter of Commitment, the player is committed to Stumptown and the team position offered. This means the family has accepted the roster spot and is no longer participating in the club selection process.

Players who have signed a Letter of Commitment should not continue attending tryouts or pursuing roster positions with other clubs.

We ask families to take this commitment seriously. Clubs rely on these agreements to finalize rosters, plan teams, and make commitments to other players and coaches.

Our goal is to build teams with players and families who are excited, invested, and committed to being part of the Stumptown community for the entire season.

When are tryouts?

All tryouts will be held at Fulton Community Center: 68 SW Miles St, Portland, OR

U12: Sunday, November 8 10:15–11:30 AM

U14: Sunday, November 8 11:35 AM–1:00 PM

U16: Sunday, November 15 6:00–7:45 PM

How do I register for tryouts?

Please register and submit all required paperwork as soon as possible.Having an accurate idea of how many players are interested in each age group helps us determine how many teams we can offer.

Will there be a second tryout?

No. We do not plan to hold a second tryout. We make every effort to select players by the end of their scheduled tryout time that day.If an age group has enough players to form multiple teams, final team placements may be determined at a later date. During this time, players in that age group may practice together until teams are finalized.

How often will teams practice?

Each team will practice two days per week, Monday through Thursday.

Specific practice days, times, and locations will be finalized once teams have been formed.

What is the anticipated practice schedule?

Below is our tentative practice schedule. Please keep in mind that these times and locations are subject to change depending on the teams formed and gym availability.

U12

Mon/Wed Multnomah Arts Center 5:45–7:15 PM

U14

Tues/Thurs. Fulton Community Center. 6:10–7:40 PM

Mon/Wed. Multnomah Arts Center 7:15-8:45

U16

Tues/Thurs Fulton Community Center 7:40–9:10 PM

U16 or 18

Mon/Thurs. Jackson Middle School TBD

Other possible practice locations include Riverdale Grade School and Riverdale High School.

When will practices begin?

Practices will begin the week following tryouts.

How many teams will Stumptown have at each age group?

The number of teams varies each season and depends on the number of players who attend tryouts.Typically, we have:

•U12: 1–2 teams

•U14: 1–2 teams

•U16: 1–2 teams

•U18: 1 team

Teams generally consist of 10–12 players.Our final number of teams will be determined after tryouts.

What if my player participates in multiple sports?

We absolutely encourage athletes to participate in multiple sports! We believe playing different sports helps develop well-rounded athletes and valuable skills.We understand that conflicts may occasionally arise with practices or matches, and we do not hold participation in other sports against a player.

We do ask families to communicate scheduling conflicts with their coach in advance whenever possible so that teams can plan accordingly. We also encourage players to attend as many practices and tournaments as their schedules allow.

TEAM COMMITMENT

TEAMS & ROSTERS

PRACTICES

MULTIPLE SPORTS & ATTENDANCE

TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE

How many tournaments will we play?

In addition to the CEVA tournaments listed below, each team will participate in 1–2 Friendship Tournaments.Dates and details for the Friendship Tournaments are still to be determined.

Where will tournaments be held?

•Friendship Tournaments are generally kept relatively local.

•CEVA determines the locations of its tournaments. Most are held somewhere between Kelso, WA, and Salem, OR, but some

may be as far south as Medford, OR.

•CEVA tournament locations are typically announced 1–2 weeks before the tournament date.

What does a typical tournament day look like?

Most tournaments are one-day events (with the exception of Regionals).

Families should generally plan for:

•Arrival around 7:15 AM

•Tournament play throughout the day

•An approximate finish time of 4:00–5:00 PM

Please understand that tournament schedules can vary, and exact arrival and departure times will depend on the event.

When are the scheduled CEVA tournaments?

Girls U12 Division

•January 9 – PL Qualifier

•January 23 – Power League #1

•February 27 – Power League #2

•April 18 – Power League #3

•April 24–25 – Regionals (if qualified)

Girls U14 Division

•January 10 – PL Qualifier #1

•January 31 – PL Qualifier #2

•February 7 – Power League #1

•March 7 – Power League #2

•April 17 – Power League #3

•April 24–25 – Regionals (if qualified)

Girls U16 Division

•January 3 – PL Qualifier #1

•January 30 – PL Qualifier #2

•February 6 – Power League #1

•March 6 – Power League #2

•April 10 – Power League #3

•May 1–2 – Regionals (if qualified)

What are Regionals?

Regionals are an end-of-season championship tournament. Teams must qualify to participate.

Unlike regular one-day tournaments, Regionals are approximately 2 half-day events. Families should plan accordingly if their team qualifies.

CLUB FEES & PAYMENTS

How much does the 2026–2027 season cost?

The total club fee is $2,000 per player.

This fee includes:

Tryouts
Team practices and gym rentals
Tournament entry fees
Coaches
Equipment
Uniforms
Club administration

What is the payment schedule?

We typically offer the following installment plan:

Initial deposit is $500 due by November 30, 2026

Afterwards it's monthly installments of $375 /month until March

All club fees must be paid in full by the end of March 2027.

What forms of payment do you accept?

We accept:

Cash, Check, Venmo, Zelle, and Credit card (an additional 3.5% processing fee applies)

Are there any additional costs?

Yes. The CEVA membership fee of $70 per player, plus any applicable credit card processing fees, is not included in the club fee.

Families should also budget for additional tournament-related expenses, including:

Gas and transportation
Meals and snacks
Hotel accommodations when overnight stays are necessary

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

What is CEVA?

CEVA stands for Columbia Empire Volleyball Association. It is the governing organization for junior volleyball clubs throughout Oregon and Southwest Washington.

CEVA is a great resource for general volleyball information, membership questions, required forms, tournament information, and other questions related to club volleyball.

CEVA Website

WE LOOK FORWARD TO A GREAT SEASON!

Thank you for considering Stumptown Volleyball Club! We are excited to help our athletes grow as players, teammates, and individuals.

Our goal is to create a positive, competitive, and supportive environment where players can develop their skills, build friendships, work hard, and enjoy the game of volleyball.