Oklahoma Region of USA Volleyball

Registration DEADLINE approaching!
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Join us for Beach Regionals this weekend, June 13/14 at Boombox!
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https://www.volleyballlife.com/event/38724?tab=information

Registration for Beach Regionals is NOW OPEN! Join us June 13/14 at Boombox!
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Info, registration, divisions, and date assignments here —-> https://www.volleyballlife.com/event/38724?tab=information

😄🤩 It’s REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS WEEK 🏐🏆
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Activities begin with OKRVA’s All-Star tryouts Friday evening at the Center (Tulsa Fairgrounds).
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Lots of info for our 2026 entries in our pic and on our website in the Juniors menu. Online tryout registrations open through 5pm Thursday. Walk-ups will also be accepted as space permits.
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Please contact the Region office with any questions.

WAY OF THE ATHLETE RETURNS TO OKLAHOMA!!

OKRVA and are excited to help share an upcoming opportunity for our volleyball community — the Way of the Athlete Experience, led by Olympic Gold Medalist Kerri Walsh Jennings, is coming back to Boombox Beach Club and Oklahoma City!

Hosted by the p1440 Foundation, Way of the Athlete is a high-impact training experience for youth and adult athletes, blending elite volleyball instruction with mindset, confidence, and holistic athlete development.

Athletes will train directly with Kerri and her coaching team, focusing on:
• Volleyball fundamentals and skill development
• Mental toughness, confidence, and mindset strategies
• Mindfulness, breathwork, and purposeful movement
• Building strong foundations for performance on and off the court

For those who joined in on the fun last year, Way of the Athlete 2026 will once again feature hands-on coaching with Kerri and her team, now delivered through an updated structure and enhanced training experience. Whether you’re returning or attending for the first time, early registration is highly encouraged.

Session Options:
• Saturday – Youth Indoor: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
• Saturday – Adult Beach: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
• Sunday – Youth Beach: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Spots are limited. This is a unique opportunity to learn from one of the most accomplished athletes in volleyball while developing skills that extend far beyond the game.

For questions and additional information about the event, please visit the p1440 Foundation website.

OKRVA is again planning to send teams to the 2026 All Star Championships, being held in Columbus, Ohio on July 22-26, 2026.
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Coaches interested in being considered as a candidate for the 2026 staff should complete the registration form by the submission deadline - Saturday, February 28th.
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Please note, coaches should also be available for the following activities/dates:
🔵 All-Star tryouts, which will be the evening of Friday, May 1st in Tulsa
🔵All Star team camp, tentatively scheduled for select weekends in Summer 2026 (locations TBD)
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More information is on our website. If you have any questions, please contact the Region Office.

January - not just for indoor volleyball events.
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The schedule in 2026 kicks off this month with a Juniors BRQ event at Jan 10.
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Visit www.okrva.com/beach-schedule for more info.

From our friends at USA Volleyball … visit https://okrva.com/2026-safesport-updates/ for new SafeSport information and more.

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As we start the new year, USA Volleyball would like to note that there is a new SafeSport Code, and we ask that you take the time to read it as you head into tournaments. The new code takes effect Jan. 1, 2026.

The SafeSport Code sets consistent standards for responding to and resolving claims of abuse and misconduct within the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Movement. It’s essential that all members of USA Volleyball comply with the policies and procedures outlined in the Code.

The SafeSport Code defines the U.S. Center for SafeSport’s authority, the prohibited categories of abuse and misconduct, and the process for addressing and resolving claims.

For any additional questions or information, please contact our Region office.

It was a big weekend for all things volleyball in Kansas City, including the Professional Association of Volleyball Officials (PAVO).
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Thx to several of our OKRVA member officials for representing our Region.

Congratulations to U.S. Women’s Sitting National Team head coach Bill Hamiter who will receive USA Volleyball’s highest honor, the Frier Award, at the 2026 Hall of Fame on May 20 in Orlando, Florida.

Coach Hamiter is a long-time Region member, and served as President of the OKRVA Board of Directors for several years.

⭐ Has led the WSNT program since 2009
⭐ Coached WSNT to three consecutive Paralympic 🥇
⭐ 2024 USOPC Paralympic Coach of the Year

Read more about his accomplishments: https://go.usav.org/26frieraward