The Practice Player Program is focused on building individual skills to help bridge the gap for athletes with potential but lack experience.
Practice Player Program

Turn Passion into Potential
Development Focused Training
Designed for young athletes wtih a passion for sports and a desire to learn volleyball, this program focuses on skill development and personal growth. With an emphasis on building individual skills to help bridge the gap for athletes who have potential but would benefit from more practice experience. The majority of the program consists of structured practice sessions aimed at improving fundamental volleyball skills, including serving, passing, setting, hitting, and blocking.
The Details
Athletes will be offered the opportunity to participate in 1-2 tournaments, providing valueable game experience and a chance to showcase their progress. Our coaches are dedicated to fostering a positive and encouraging atmosphere where athletes can grow and thrive.
Additional tournament invitations may be extended based on team needs, coach discretion and availability. If a practice player declines the offer or is unable to attend, this will still count towards their tournament offerings.
- 11/27 & 11/28 (Thanksgiving)
- 12/11 & 12/12 (Our Lady of Guadalupe Festival)
- 12/19-1/5 (Winter Break)
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Season Length
- September - March
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What is covered:
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Practice Package
- Practice fees
- 1-2 Tournament Invitations
- Coaching fees
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Uniform Package
- 2 practice shirts
- 2 uniforms
- Spandex
- Athletic Bag
- Kneepads
- Warm-up top
- Warm-up pants
MARYVILLE ACADEMY
SYLVIA AND BEN R. STEIN SOCIAL CENTER
1150 N River Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016