Tampa United Volleyball Academy Inc

Tournament Schedule is Here 🏴‍☠️🏐

Good luck to all of our TUVA teams competing this weekend at the Buccaneer Bash! We’re excited to see our athletes take the court, compete together, and continue growing as teammates and individuals.

🚨 Important Reminder: This tournament is being held at three different locations:
• Wiregrass Ranch Sports Campus
• USF Recreation Center
• Cypress Creek Middle School

Please be sure to verify your team's playing location and arrival time with your coach before heading out for the weekend.

This weekend, we also want to take a moment to honor the memory of Madelyn Briggs. 💛🌈

We would love for athletes, coaches, and families to wear ribbons of any color throughout the tournament. As Madelyn’s mother shared:

"Madelyn was an artist, so she loved all colors and didn’t use one particular color more than another. She was also so very accepting and loving to everyone. A rainbow represents her best."

Whether it's a ribbon on your backpack, water bottle, ponytail, wrist, or gear bag, we invite our TUVA family to join us in celebrating the kindness, creativity, and love that Madelyn brought to those around her.

You are loved. You matter. And Madelyn will always be part of our volleyball family. ❤️🌈

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of one of our own, Madelyn Briggs.

Madelyn has been a part of the Tampa United family since she was 11 years old. Over the years, we had the privilege of watching her grow into an incredible young woman. She was kind, caring, determined, creative, and someone who made those around her feel seen and valued. Her smile, spirit, and presence touched countless teammates, coaches, and families throughout our club.

Madelyn loved volleyball. She was a dedicated teammate, a fierce competitor, and a friend to so many. The impact she made on our community will never be forgotten.

In honor of Madelyn, our teams will be wearing rainbow ribbons this weekend. Her mother shared that Madelyn was an artist who loved all colors and was accepting and loving to everyone she met. Because of that, a rainbow feels like the perfect representation of who she was—a bright light who brought beauty, kindness, and color into the lives of those around her.

Our hearts are with the Briggs family, her teammates, friends, coaches, and everyone who knew and loved her.

We invite anyone whose life was touched by Madelyn to share memories, stories, and photos through the memorial link in our bio. Together, we can celebrate her life and preserve the memories that meant so much to all of us.

Madelyn will forever be a part of the TUVA family.

And to every athlete, teammate, friend, and family member reading this: you are loved, you are valued, and you matter. Always.

Rest peacefully, Madelyn. You will be forever loved, forever missed, and forever remembered. ❤️🏐🌈

🏠 Save the Date — TUVA Open House 2026 🏠

Join us on June 14th for an exciting opportunity to connect, learn, and celebrate everything that makes the Tampa United family special!

During our Open House, you'll have the chance to:
🔴 Meet with a LOVB representative
🔴 Connect with our TUVA coaching staff
🔴 Help us celebrate our graduating seniors
🔴 Learn about valuable LOVB athlete resources
🔴 Explore scholarship and fundraising opportunities

Whether you're a returning family or interested in learning more about TUVA, we look forward to seeing you there!

📅 June 14, 2026
📍 HQ | 514 Corner Dr, Brandon FL
⏰ TBD

📅 Our June Calendar is Here! 🏐☀️

Summer is officially underway, and we've packed June with opportunities for athletes of all ages and skill levels to train, compete, and have fun!

From Littles Clinics and position-specific training to All Skills Camps, Open Gyms, tournaments, and tryouts, there’s plenty happening all month long.

Take a look through our June schedule and find the programs that fit your athlete best. More information, registration links, and program details can be found on our website.

🔗 tampaunitedvolleyball.com

Save this post, share it with a teammate, and we'll see you in the gym this summer! ❤️🖤

FOPO — Fear Of People’s Opinions.

Something a lot of athletes deal with but don’t always talk about.

The pressure to not mess up.
The fear of being judged.
The worry about what coaches, teammates, parents, or social media might think.

But growth starts when you stop playing scared and start trusting yourself more.

You don’t have to be perfect to improve.
You just have to keep showing up, learning, and being confident in who you are becoming 🤍

DEFENSE wins matches 🛡️🏐

Get ready for middle school, high school, and club tryouts with our Defense Training Clinics this June! Players will work on developing stronger platform control, defensive positioning, serve receive, movement patterns, reaction time, and overall defensive IQ — all while building the relentless mindset every great defender needs.

Athletes will be evaluated and grouped by skill level to ensure targeted reps, fast-paced training, and competitive game-like drills built to improve defensive confidence and court awareness.

Whether you’re a libero, DS, or just looking to become a more complete player, these clinics are designed to help athletes take the next step.

📍 Brandon + Tampa locations
🗓 Thursdays & Fridays in June
⏰ Multiple session times available

Register now on our website — spots are limited!

16 Red Head Coach | Allison Markun ❤️🖤

With over 23 years of coaching experience across Central Iowa and South Florida, Coach Ali brings a lifelong passion for volleyball and athlete development to Tampa United. Having coached boys and girls from ages 5–22, she is dedicated to helping athletes grow both physically and mentally while building habits that translate beyond the court.

Introduced to volleyball at just 8 years old by her mother, Coach Ali developed a deep love for the game that eventually turned into a long-standing coaching career at both the club and high school levels. Her coaching philosophy emphasizes time management, discipline, accountability, and continuous growth — both for her athletes and herself as a coach.

Coach Ali’s commitment to learning, reflecting, and staying connected to the game allows her to create an environment where athletes feel supported, challenged, and motivated to improve every day. ❤️🖤

18 Black Head Coach | Amanda Gannon❤️🖤

Originally from Long Island, New York, Coach Amanda has been passionate about volleyball since the age of 12. A former Division I collegiate athlete, Amanda brings high-level playing experience, competitive energy, and a passion for athlete confidence and development to Tampa United.

During her time at Kings Park High School, Amanda helped lead her team to four state appearances while earning honors including All State, Long Island Player of the Year, and MVP. She continued her volleyball career at Iona College, where her team won a conference championship and competed in the NCAA Tournament during her senior season.

Amanda began her coaching career with Sportime Volleyball Club in New York before moving to Tampa in 2023 and joining the TUVA family. Her passion for helping athletes grow both on and off the court continues to make a positive impact within our program. ❤️🖤

ALL SKILLS. ALL JUNE. 🏐☀️

Our Half-Day All Skills Clinics are built for athletes looking to sharpen every part of their game before school and club tryouts. From attacking and defense to serving, passing, and setting — players will get high-repetition reps in a fast-paced, competitive, and fun training environment.

Athletes will also be introduced to more advanced concepts like defensive positioning, serve receive, out-of-system play, reading hitters, and developing a strong volleyball IQ. Whether you’re newer to the game or looking to level up, this clinic is designed to help athletes grow with confidence.

📍 514 Corner Dr. Brandon, FL
🗓 Fridays in June
⏰ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Register now on our website — spots are limited!

15 Red & Boys Head Coach | Jeffrey Passerello❤️🖤

Originally from Davie, Florida, Coach Jeffrey brings both indoor and beach volleyball experience along with a passion for athlete development to Tampa United. A former setter and team captain at West Broward High School, Jeffrey earned All-County Honorable Mention honors before continuing his volleyball career at Florida Gulf Coast University, where he competed on the club volleyball team.

Since graduating, Jeffrey has transitioned into competing at the open level in beach volleyball tournaments while continuing to grow his knowledge and love for the game. His coaching philosophy centers around teamwork, resiliency, and helping athletes reach their full potential both on and off the court.

Coach Jeffrey’s competitive mindset, leadership experience, and passion for building strong team culture continue to make a positive impact within our program. 🔥