Who Are We?

The Michigan State Women's Volleyball Club is a student-run organization consisting of passionate, fun, and competitive women who share dedication towards Volleyball. We take this sport seriously while having fun at the same time. Our purpose is to share the common interest in athletics and competition while meeting new people. If you miss being part of a team, this is a great club to join. MSUWCVB currently has two teams with a varying range of girls on each team depending on the year.  Our teams have advanced to the final bracket rounds at the NCVF National Tournament multiple times. We compete against other colleges and practice 3 times a week at IM West on the campus of Michigan State University. We host home tournaments and travel to multiple away tournaments each semester.  We have become so close every year and made the best of friends. This club is proven to be more than just a volleyball club, it helps MSU feel like a home away from home.  We are also extremely close with the Men's Volleyball team and have a great relationship with them due to practicing and traveling together.  

Come join our club! 

FAQ

How do i join?

Whether you are a returning player, or new player, everybody is required to try out at the beginning of Fall Semester each year.  Please fill out the tryout registration form in order to hold your spot for tryouts. 

Will a returner make it over me?

No. We do not bias towards our returning players. We hire coaches to come into tryouts with an unbiased opinion. The returners are, however, extremely helpful at open gyms and try outs. Try to reach out to one of them for advice or just to have a conversation.

who can join the team?

Undergrad AND Graduate students attending Michigan State University are eligible to play. NCVF states that players have 6 years of eligibility. All students MUST be enrolled in a minimum of 12 credits (or be considered a full time student).  The only exception for this rule is for Seniors who only need to obtain 9 credits. 

When are tryouts?

Tryouts will be held towards the beginning of September.

does it cost money to join the team? What do those costs cover?

We require dues to join the club. The whole year is roughly $550*. These dues pay for travel, tournaments fees, coaches, gym time for the entire year, and heading to Nationals in Kansas City, Missouri in April 2023.

*Dues can change with each year. This number is an average.

how long is the season?

Our season starts in September and ends in April right after Nationals. (We do get Christmas and Thanksgiving Break off)

How many times a week do you practice?

We practice three nights a week for two hours. These time slots will be between 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM or 9:00 PM to 11:00 PM.

How many tournaments do you compete in throughout the school year?

We compete in approximately 3 to 4 tournaments in the Fall Semester, and 4-5 tournaments in the Spring Semester including the trip to Kansas City for the NCVF National Tournament. 

 Will playing on the club team affect my ELIGIBILITY to ever play on the varsity team?

No. Playing club volleyball will not affect any years of eligibility for playing on Varsity. However, if a student plays on the Varsity team and decides to play club instead, they will have to wait a year to become eligible.