Question 1

HOW DO I REGISTER MY CHILD FOR BYC VOLLEYBALL?

Accepted Answer

Registration for the Spring 2026 season is now OPEN. CLICK HERE (https://brandywineyouthclub.sportngin.com/register/form/641210397)to register.

Question 2

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE 4 BYC TEAMS LEAGUE DIVISIONS?

Accepted Answer

Our divisions are based on age and skill level to help facilitate development in our players while allowing competitive play.
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The Beginner division is reserved for 3rd through 5th graders who have some volleyball experience.
The Intermediate division is for 5th through 8th graders who have experience in the sport and have participated in intramural or clinic programs.
The Advanced division is for 7th through 12th graders who have some prior experience in the sport and have participated in one or more competitive leagues.
TheClub & Invitational division is for players in 7th-12th grade who have completed at least ONE season in a Club (Travel) Volleyball program and demonstrate club level skills. Non-club players may be invited to join based on skill level.
 
All players who attend an Evaluation Session will be placed on a team in one of the 4 divisions. Placement will be determined by BYC Volleyball Coaches and special requests for placement will not be considered this season. Players can only play in ONE division.

Question 3

CAN I PARTICIPATE IN BOTH THE BEGINNER CLINIC & THE BEGINNER TEAMS LEAGUE?

Accepted Answer

Yes! During registration, players can register for:
 
 - The beginner clinic ONLY (1-hr per week skill building)
 - The teams league ONLY (2-hr per week practice + game) 
           OR 
 - BOTH the clinic AND the league (3-hr per week skill building, team practice + game)

Question 4

WILL GAMES HAVE REFEREES?

Accepted Answer

Yes! BYC TEAMS League games will have refs. Anyone age 14+ with prior volleyball experience can apply to be a BYC Volleyball ref. If you would like to be considered for the coming season, please send an email to bycvolleyball@gmail.com.(mailto:bycvolleyball@gmail.com)

Question 5

ARE THE GAME RULES AT BYC DIFFERENT THAN SCHOOL OR CLUB BALL?

Accepted Answer

Yes, they are. Since we have kids in various age groups and all experience levels, we've made accommodations to focus on the development of the players. Click here ()for the BYC rules.

Question 6

WHAT EQUIPMENT SHOULD MY CHILD HAVE WHEN PLAYING VOLLEYBALL?

Accepted Answer

• Players should wear knee pads (https://amzn.to/41w2CdE)and elbow pads (https://amzn.to/43oKIMI)and bring a water bottle (https://amzn.to/4bBCEdt)(not provided) to clinics, practices & games. 
 • Balls will be provided while at the gym, but it is highly recommended to purchase a ball to practice with at home. The balls that are used in each age group are -
    • 3rd/4th: ​Baden Softlight(https://amzn.to/41rn6EE)
    • 5th/6th: Molten Light VB-U12(https://amzn.to/41vkiGk)
    • 7th-12th: Tachikara Official Size(https://amzn.to/4bsBSPM)

Question 7

HOW DO REFUNDS WORK FOR BYC VOLLEYBALL?

Accepted Answer

• Full Refund: Available for withdrawal requests made prior to the first practice.
 • Partial Refund: May be issued for withdrawal requests made after the first practice. 
 • No Refunds: Will be issued once the first game of the season has been played.
Refund requests based on reasons such as team placement, playing time, or “I don’t like my team” will not be considered.
Families concerned about injuries during the season are encouraged to purchase third-party sports insurance, which typically covers injury-related withdrawals. Injury-related refunds are not guaranteed through the program.

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