Mission:                        To expand and promote volleyball in Western North Carolina by providing a safe and enjoyable atmosphere for all ages and levels to develop.

Vision:                          To work toward obtaining or building a centrally located facility dedicated to volleyball and training for youth and adults in Western North Carolina.

Board of Directors:                            Keith Murlless

                                                            Dave Torbett

                                                            Erin Punter

                                                            Gene Evans

                                                            Julie Torbett

                                                            Tim Koehler

                                                            Darren Cady

Executive Director:                           Julie Torbett

Budget Manager:                              Jacky Wilson

Directors:                                           Jennifer Peterson – Biltmore Athletic Director

                                                           Ashley Wrightenberry     – Recreation Director

                                                           Julie Torbett – Technical Director

                                                           James Macomson – Jr. Neighbor Tournament Director

                                                           Leslie Gehris - Recruiting Coordinator 

National Team Coaches:                  Tony Fontanelle– 18’s

                                                           Talia Ogle – 17’s

                                                           Jen Peterson – 16’s

                                                           Tom Mock - 14's 

National Assistants:                          Rhesa Grady 

Coaches:                                            Joy Allen - 16 Regional Black 

                                                           Jenna Dover - 16 Regional Purple

                                                          Kelsey Benorden - 16 Regional Purple 

                                                          Heather Burns - 15 Regional Black

                                                          Raquel Miotto - 15 Regional Black                                               

                                                          Adrian Hicks - 14 Regional Black

                                                          Michelle Torresan - 14 Regional Purple

                                                          Shawn Cohrn – 13 Regional Black

                                                          Leslie Gehris  - 13 Regional Purple

                                                          Dianne Penner - 12 and Under Regional 

Recreation Programs

The recreation program is a beginner program that incorporates training fundamentals, competing in a healthy environment and a mentoring system that involves higher level player and coaches.  Programs begin for boys and girls ages 6 – 14.  A 6 week fall and spring program are designed to work with other sports schedules and facility availability.  Email Julie Torbett for more information on the next recreation sign up. 

Cost: $75

Regional Programs

Our Regional Program is designed for the multi-sport athlete or players that cannot commit to a more extensive practice and travel schedule.  It is also a building program to reach the elite level teams.  Regional season runs from January through April and offers 2 practices per week with a minimum of 6 tournaments in the region.  Try-outs are in November for 12U, 13U, 14U, 15U, 16U,17U.  Teams are trained by high level coaches.

Cost is determined by number of players on each team but ranges from $600- $800 per player.

National Programs

The National Team Program is for the serious and committed athlete with the intention of playing volleyball in college.  The program requires a tremendous amount of commitment on both the athlete and parents.  Only the highest level players will make these elite teams ages 18U, 17U, 16U, and 14U.  Players will play within their own age bracket unless it is necessary to move players to complete a more competitive team. Try-outs are in November and the season runs from January – April with additional training and tournaments available upon qualifications through July.  Teams will practice 3 times per week and attend a minimum of 8 tournaments.  Teams are coached by the highest level coaches in the area.

Cost is determined by the number of players on each team generally ranging from $900 - $1200.