Volleyball
About SBMSA Volleyball
SBMSA Volleyball started in 2023 as a pilot program for rising 7th graders and has grown significantly since then. Today, the program is open to girls in 4th through 8th grade. Teams are organized by grade, not birthdate.
Each division has its own grade-appropriate rules, designed to keep the league competitive, fair, and fun while promoting good sportsmanship.
Practice schedules are set by each division’s commissioners and head coaches. The league provides gym space for designated practices, and coaches may choose to offer additional practices when space is available. Practices are generally held at SBISD middle and high school gyms, as well as nearby club gyms.
Spring Regular Season
Practices and pre-season games begin in late February. Regular season games begin after Spring Break, with the regular season ending at the end of April. Playoff tournaments follow and should be completed by the first week of May.
Youth Ages
- 4th grade
- 5th grade
- 6th grade
- 7th grade
- 8th grade
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Girls are placed in a league based on their grade (not birth date).
- 4th Grade
- 5th Grade
- 6th Grade
- 7th Grade
- 8th Grade
Depending on registration numbers for each grade, there may be multiple divisions within each league, or grades may be combined, as appropriate.
Our plan is to keep girls together by school as much as possible for the 4th and 5th grade age groups, as it makes it more fun for the girls. We will run a skills assessment and draft for the 6th, 7th, and 8th grade age groups to ensure competitive balance and a fun experience for all players.
Team Coaches and League Commissioners will determines the days, times, & locations of all practices. Generally, practices will be held at SBISD area gyms. Teams will generally have 1-2 practices per week (generally ~3 practices/games per week total), including one professional skills training session per week hosted by current and former volleyball players.
Teams will generally have 1-2 games per week (generally ~3 practices/games per week total). Games may be during the week or on Saturdays. Games typically scheduled at local SBISD area gyms.
Although registration and participation is open to all girls, regardless of address, in the event of a wait list in a particular league or age group, priority is given to families that reside within the bounds of SBISD.
League & Information
Volleyball League Details
NO-REFUNDS will be issued for any reason after registration closes. If requested before the close of registration, you will receive a refund, less a $35 administration fee.
ANY REGISTRATION RECEIVED AFTER REGISTRATION CLOSES WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED IF THE PLAYER IS NEEDED TO FILL A TEAM. SUCH PLAYERS MAY NOT ALWAYS BE ASSIGNED TO THE AREA WHERE THE PLAYER LIVES OR ATTENDS SCHOOL.
2027 Volleyball Season Calendar
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DATE
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TIME
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EVENT
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LOCATION
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December 1, 2026 |
8:00am |
Volleyball Registration Opens |
Online - Visit here |
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January 8, 2027 |
11:59pm |
Registration Closes |
Online |
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January 9, 2027 - January 31, 2027 |
TBD |
Team Formation |
TBD |
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January 24, 2027 (tentative) |
TBD |
Skills Assessment for 6th-8th Grades |
TBD |
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February 23, 2027 |
TBD |
Weekly Tuesday Professional Trainings Begin |
TBD |
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March 15, 2027 |
TBD |
Regular Season Games Begin |
SBISD Area Gyms |
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April 30, 2027 |
TBD |
Regular Season Ends |
TBD |
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May 1, 2027 - May 2, 2027 (tentative) |
TBD |
Playoff Tournaments |
TBD |
Spring Branch-Memorial Sports Association
Volleyball Board of Directors
Meet the SBMSA Volleyball board of directors. Primary board positions can be found in the table below and all other positions can be found at the links below.
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Board Officer
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Position
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Email
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|---|---|---|
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Keleigh Spinner |
Program Director |
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TBD |
4th Grade Co-Commissioner |
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TBD
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4th Grade Co-Commissioner |
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TBD
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5th Grade Commissioner |
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TBD
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5th Grade Assistant Commissioner |
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TBD
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6th Grade Commissioner |
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TBD
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7th/8th Grade Commissioner |
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TBD
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7th/8th Grade Assistant Commissioner |
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TBD
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Uniform Coordinator |
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TBD
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Social Media |
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TBD
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Sportsmanship |
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TBD
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Events/Championship Days |
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Mike Strokebrand |
SBISD Board Liaison |
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Michael Monk |
SBMSA Board Liaison |
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Bob Pazitney |
Program Advisor |
