Volleyball is your sport of choice this year, because it is non-contact, there are multiple seasons per year, and it can be played indoor or outdoors.
Juniors
Junior Social Competition
This is a 2026 JVL Development competition for up and coming players. It is not intended for previous Senior JVL players, those who are in the Hunter Academy of Sport Program, or 2025 HV U18 Reps players! We'll ask your help to coach the teams!
This is the competition for 13-17 year olds to learn how to play exciting rallies, understand different position specialities, build their teamwork skills, and how to referee and score a game.
Coaches will create balanced teams based on everyone’s playing experiences, heights, strengths, and vibes!
Current/future competition information:
The separate boys and girls competitions will run on Mondays from 2nd February - 30th March (9 weeks).
Then another Mixed competition will run on Mondays from 18th May - 3rd August.
Full details follow the links below. Note, all junior programs at the PCYC require an additional U18 Membership to use PCYC Venues ($20) in addition to HV's annual membership and program fees. PCYC is the home of junior volleyball for Lake Macquarie and Newcastle players in 2026.
Last updated:
26 Feb 2026
Junior Skill Development & Modified Competitions
Hunter Volleyball's experienced coaches will guide you as you learn all of the fundamental skills required to play this dynamic game. This program is targeted at kids aged 11-15.
Skills include the pass (dig), set, spike, serve, and the block. You will learn a new skill every week through high repetition activities, and by working with teammates to create rallies and scoring opportunities. You will also find your on-court volleyball voice!
Let's accelerate your skills to spike a variety of attacking options which have different signals and names, defend in different formations, be quick to transition from offence to defense, serve tactically and be a great team member who communicates with others, and achieves team goals during games.
Active Kids Vouchers can be redeemed at the time of registration.
Current/future competition information:
The next Social Competition coming for players aged 17 and Under will be a 9 Week Mixed Competition running from May - August. Nominations open soon!
Links:
Last updated:
26 Feb 2026
Junior Volleyball League (JVL)
For experienced juniors the Junior Volleyball League (JVL) is your final destination before progressing into adult competitions.
There are future pathways into the Hunter Academy of Sport volleyball program as well as the Hunter Volleyball U18 representative program as well as the NSW Phoenix state junior and youth programs.
For our junior programs, Active Kids Vouchers can be redeemed at the time of registration.
The 2026 JVL Season is almost here!
The JVL is our highest level of junior competition, featuring training and games between May - August. Coaches will be selecting players based on demonstrated experience gained in previous competitions (school or club), athletic ability, decision-making, and communication skills as part of a team.
Beginner volleyballers who have not yet competed in a competition (especially those aged 14 and under) are encouraged to join our skill development and social competitions first.
While there is no minimum age to compete in this U18 Competition, you must be able to demonstrate competency in core skills, learn and play specific positions, fulfil on and off-court roles, and be coachable in learning many new skills and concepts during weekly training and games.
Current/future competition information:
DOWNLOAD 2026 Season Information - Trials, Training & Games schedule now available
Nominations are now open to attend team trials to be selected in a 2026 team. The first Trial is Monday 20th April at the PCYC Lake Macquarie!
You must complete the Nomination Form if you intend to come to the Team Trials.
Last updated:
12 Mar 2026