TOURNAMENT ORGANIZATION
Detailed information about JO tournaments can be found on the Internet at http://www.carolinaregionvb.org/Misc/faq.htm This directs you to the "Frequently Asked Questions" section of the Carolinas Region organization. Look for the section, "Tournament Questions."
The basic information is that teams are grouped into "pools" which usually consist of four or five teams. You play a match against each team in the pool over the course of the day. (A match consists of two or three games depending on how many teams are in the pool.) When a team is not playing, it is either assigned to referee a match for other teams in the pool or the team "sits" out that time slot.

TIME
The team's coach is required to be in the coaches' meeting beginning promptly at 8:30 a.m. Teams in the first match start warming up at this time, also. The first match begins at 9:00. The length of the day all depends on how well the girls play. The teams with the most wins in each pool play in a playoff round to determine the tournament champion. The pool play usually ends around 5:00 p.m. The championship of the playoff usually ends around 8:00 p.m.

TRAVEL
Past experiences have proven it is best to travel in a caravan, in case anybody has a problem on the trip. It is also good to share cell phone numbers to keep in touch in case of an emergency!

PARENT INFORMATION
The purpose of JO volleyball is to teach players fundamental skills of volleyball and to have fun. We want players to build friendships and create a sense of camaraderie among themselves. Parents should do this, too!
Team spirit is a very important element of play. To this end, we ask parents to offer encouragement and cheer us on with positive remarks. Please don't discourage a struggling young player or team with negative remarks! Winning is great but a positive experience is more important at this point in time.
Pannix JO coaches are not paid, although some of the clubs we play against do pay their coaches. Pannix coaches are individuals who care about your children and genuinely love the sport of volleyball. Please treat them with courtesy and respect. If you have a Concern, please talk with the coach privately or contact Marty Woods at McMichael High School.

PLAYER INFORMATION
JO tournaments are a great time to build friendships. Be prepared to share everything throughout the day. Being flexible is an important trait to have while playing, whether it is on the court or off. Winning requires a team effort!

ITEMS TO TAKE TO A JO TOURNAMENT

Players will need:
            Required by league rules!
                Volleyball shoes
                Uniform shirts (pack both)
                Uniform spandex pants
            Suggested Items:
                Knee pads
                Extra socks
                Sports bras
                Plastic bag for stinky, sweaty clothes and shoes
                Clean clothes to wear home
                Note: You may wish to wear pajama pants or other comfortable pants you can wear over spandex
                (not jeans!). It is nice during the day to be able to layer clothes while you are not playing. Be comfortable!
            Items to make sitting time comfortable:
                Sleeping bag to spread over the floor
                Pillow
                Blanket to cover up with
                Playing cards
                Portable CD Player
                Stuffed animals
                Note: Sitting is one of the best parts of the day. It can be a good time to socialize with friends or
                watch other teams play. When packing "fun stuff" remember what you bring you have to carry,
                so leave the kitchen sink at home! As you can see, a big duffle bag is helpful, if you have one.

Parents will need:
            For watching games:
                Portable chairs (bleachers are not available)
            For creature comforts:
                Layers of clothing (some schools are cold)
                Lots of snack foods
                    (Players need fuel! Suggestions: Granola bars, grapes, bananas, crackers,
                        gummy fruit snacks, dry cereals)
                Lunch foods and beverages
                    (Most people carry coolers or go to nearby fast food restaurants to bring back
                        sandwiches. The girls won't have time to leave for lunch!)
                Bottled water for players
                Trash bag (please leave the host school clean!)
                Napkins, plates, utensils
                Newspapers, magazines, books, etc. to help pass the time when we are not playing
        You may want your own sleeping bag to rest on!

Click on this link for a printable "packing check list"