Wednesday, 14 Aug 2024

USAV Invites 36 Athletes to Girls Holiday Training

USA Volleyball is excited to announce that 36 talented athletes have been invited to participate in the Girls Incoming Youth Holiday National Training Team program. This program will take place from December 26th to 30th at the United States Olympic and Paralympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Developing Future Champions

The High Performance Girls Holiday Training program is designed to nurture the development of selected athletes born in 2004 or 2005. These athletes have previously participated in the USA Girls Select program and are now transitioning to the Girls Youth level.

Recognizing Excellence

The athletes invited to this training program have been identified as top performers and individuals with high potential based on their positional evaluations in 2019. This exclusive opportunity allows them to train with the Girls’ Youth National Team staff, preparing for the upcoming 2020 season.

Top-Class Coaching Staff

Leading the HP Girls Holiday Training program and the U.S. Girls Youth National Team at NORCECA this summer is Keegan Cook, the head coach of the University of Washington. He will be supported by a talented coaching team including Alyssa D’Errico (associate head coach at the University of Dayton), Trent Kersten (assistant coach at Texas Christian University), Eric Barber (assistant coach at Cal Poly), and Alex Dunphy (assistant coach at the University of Southern California).

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Achieving Greatness

The 2019 U.S. Girls Youth National Team made history by winning the FIVB Girls’ U18 World Championship, bringing home the first gold medal for any USA Volleyball High Performance age-group team in indoor volleyball.

FAQs

1. What is the purpose of the Girls Incoming Youth Holiday National Training Team program?

The program aims to provide selected athletes with the opportunity to train alongside the Girls’ Youth National Team staff and enhance their skills as they prepare for the upcoming season.

2. How were the athletes chosen for this training program?

Athletes were selected based on their exceptional performances and potential, as determined through positional evaluations in 2019.

3. Who will be coaching the athletes during the training program?

The athletes will be led by Keegan Cook, the head coach of the University of Washington, along with a highly qualified coaching staff.

4. What is the significance of the U.S. Girls Youth National Team winning the 2019 FIVB Girls’ U18 World Championship?

The team’s victory marked a historic moment for USA Volleyball, as it was the first gold medal ever achieved by a High Performance age-group team in indoor volleyball.

Conclusion

The Girls Incoming Youth Holiday National Training Team program is a testament to USA Volleyball’s commitment to nurturing the development of young athletes. By providing them with world-class coaching and training opportunities, the organization is paving the way for future champions. With the expertise and dedication of the coaching staff, these athletes are well-positioned to make a significant impact on the volleyball landscape.

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