2026-2027 Club Tryout Process
For a full overview of our tryout process, rules, preparation tips, and answers to common questions, keep reading below—or check out our dedicated FAQ section.
About us
Power Volleyball Club was founded in 2015 by Anthony Duenas and Chris Finseth with a clear vision: to create a premier year-round club volleyball program that develops elite athletes of all ages by training the heart, body, and mind to work together as one.Now entering our 12th season, we are proudly based at The Beach at Craig Ranch, conveniently located off Highway 121 and Alma Road in McKinney, TX (6145 Alma Rd., McKinney, TX 75070).
2026-2027 Coaching Assignments and Open Positions
Team status will be updated throughout the tryout process. We will use this space to update teams openings.
| Team | Positions Available | Head Coach | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Purple | Shannon Mulkey | TBA | shannoncmulkey@gmail.com |
| 11 Black | TBA | TBA | |
| 12 Purple | Brittany Baker | TBA | bakerbrittany258@gmail.com |
| 12 Black | TBA | TBA | |
| 12 White | TBA | TBA | |
| 13 Purple | Jill Manganilla | TBA | jmang72@hotmail.com |
| 13 Black | TBA | TBA | |
| 13 White | TBA | TBA | |
| 14 Purple | Brandon Jones | TBA | coachbrandon33@gmail.com |
| 14 Black | TBA | TBA | |
| 15 Purple | Brittany Baker | TBA | bakerbrittany258@gmail.com |
| 15 Black | TBA | TBA | |
| 16 Purple | Chris Finseth | TBA | chris@powervolleyballclub.com |
| 16 Black | TBA | TBA | |
| 17 Purple | Anthony Duenas | TBA | tony@powervolleyballclub.com |
| 18 Purple | TBA | TBA |
How to prepare for tryouts
Athletes interested in joining Power Volleyball should register to attend our Evaluation Clinics starting in early May. These clinics are perfect opportunities to get to know our staff and club and to ask questions. Tryout Clinics are non-refundable.
- Tryout clinics will start on May 4th and run through our official tryouts and signing date on July 7, 2026.
- It is highly recommended that your daughter attend our weekly skills clinics and camps if they are not already on a club team.
- Our coaches will use all Power events to evaluate for next season’s teams. You can find all our summer programming here. Summer Programs
- Contact us and let us know you are interested in Power Volleyball.
- Ask questions and request feedback. View our team status and available positions to see if we need a specific position.
- Our coaches operate with the utmost integrity and honesty and will be available to communicate after every event.
- If you are not currently with Power Volleyball, no specific team offers can be made until May 18, 2026.
- Determine which team is the best fit for your athlete by getting to know the coaches and understanding the team’s commitment, costs, and schedule involved.
- Review and understand the Age Definition Chart- Age Chart
- All events will take place at Craig Ranch, Address: 6145 Alma Rd. McKinney, TX 75070
2026-2027 Club Dues
TBA
Team Classifications:
- Purple: Top teams
- Black: 2nd Teams
- White: 3rd Teams
- Silver: 4th Teams
Travel Teams (National):
Our National teams are for the more committed and competitive athletes and families. They will have the same practice schedule as non-travel teams, but will have 1-3 out-of-state travel tournaments.
Non-Travel Team (Regional):
Our Regional teams will focus heavily on continued skills development and cohesive team play. Teams will practice twice a week with local tournaments primarily in the DFW Metroplex.
Included in all teams’ dues:
- Under Armour uniform package
- Court fees
- Coaches’ fees
- Team Tournament entry fees
- Referee and scorekeeper clinics
- Administration fees
- Hudl Video Platform
- Performance Training
- Recovery Services
- Coaches’ travel expenses*
- Club banquet ticket for the player
* not included for all teams
The following are NOT INCLUDED in their Power Volleyball Club fees:
- Player and Parent travel expenses associated with tournaments (hotel lodging, airfare, fuel, food)
- Travel to and from practices and tournaments
- USAV and/or AAU player membership fees
- Post-season
What are Tryout clinics?
Tryout Clinics are structured with fast-paced drills and competitive gameplay, specifically designed to evaluate athletes for placement on next season’s club teams. These sessions provide our coaching staff with valuable insights into each player’s skills, athleticism, and fit within our program, enabling informed decisions on potential team placements and offers.
We’ve intentionally built in buffer time during the clinics to allow coaches to speak directly with attending athletes and families. Starting May 18th, non-binding verbal offers may be extended during these events to athletes not already a part of Power Volleyball.
It is highly recommended that your daughter attend these tryout clinics if she wishes to be considered for a position on a Power Volleyball team. Attending maximizes her visibility to our staff and increases the chances of receiving an offer. The Evaluation window opens on May 4th, 2026.
Tryout clinic schedule and registration
Check out the clinic schedule and register for individual sessions here
From May 4th – May 30th:
What are Non-Binding Offers?
Once a player and a coach mutually agree that the team is the right match, a verbal offer will be extended, and the parent and athlete will confirm their 100% commitment to Power. This agreement gives assurance that the spot on that team will be reserved for the player. This assurance takes the form of a non-binding verbal offer. May 18th is the first day non-binding verbal offers may be given.
What does a verbal offer mean at Power Volleball?
When a Power coach extends a verbal offer, Power is committing to your family to reserve a spot on a specific team for your daughter to play on until July 7th, 2026, at which point we can officially sign a binding financial contract for the season. We ask that families only accept the verbal offer if they are 100% committed to joining that team.
Age Specification for 2026-2027 season
11s- Born on of after July 1, 2015
12s- Born on of after July 1, 2014
13s- Born on of after July 1, 2013
14s- Born on of after July 1, 2012
15s- Born on of after July 1, 2011
16s- Born on of after July 1, 2010
17s- Born on of after July 1, 2009
18s- Born on of after July 1, 2008
What is the Official signing and acceptance Process?
Power Volleyball follows the North Texas Region rules for selecting athletes for teams. Official offers will be sent via the Online Commitment System (OCS) on the Acceptance Date. Official offers may be any time on or after the Acceptance Date.
2026-2027 Evaluation Window Opens: May 4th.
Non-Binding Offers Begin: May 18th. This is the first date that Power can extend non-binding verbal offers to your family.
Acceptance Date for all age groups starts Sunday, July 7th (online process through OCS).
Steps to take on this date:
ACCEPT the Power Offer email received on July 7, 2026.
- The sender will be from No Reply [offers@ntr.vstarvolleyball.com], and the generic subject line will read: Offer from NTR Club.
- Click the link from the email and accept the Offer!
- Be sure to check your Spam/Junk/Promotions folder just in case it lands there.
- Important Note: Be sure to open and accept the correct “Offer from NTR Club” email stating the offer is for a Power team. Please click on the link provided in the email to ensure you are accepting the correct offer that is from Power Volleyball.
- Review the Power Parent/Player Agreement & Contract.
- Communicate with your team coach about team signing day celebrations!
frequently asked questions
What Are Tryout Clinics?
These are events held during the official evaluation window set by North Texas Region Volleyball beginning in early May. These events serve the purpose of evaluating atheletes for next seasons teams.
Offers for specific teams can be extended to ALL players and parents during these events regardless of last seasons club affiliation.
What Are Non-Binding Verbal Offers?
Once a player and a coach mutually agree that the team is the right match, both parties typically seek some assurance that the spot will be reserved for the player. This assurance takes the form of a non-binding verbal offer. Per NTR guidelines, this approach allows families to openly evaluate and compare options across clubs without feeling pressured or committed after their initial experience with any one program.
When a Power coach extends a verbal offer, Power is committing to your family that we will reserve a spot on a specific team for your daughter to play on until July 8th, 2026, when we can officially sign a binding contract for the season.
What Does a Verbal Offer With Power Mean?
When a Power coach extends a verbal offer, Power is committing to your family that we will reserve a spot on a specific team for your daughter to play on until July 8th, 2026, when we can officially sign a binding contract for the season.
When Can I Officially Sign With Power?
Club directors may make binding offers on or after July 8th. The official acceptance date.
Acceptance Date for all age groups starts Sunday July 8th (online process through OCS).
Steps to take on this date:
ACCEPT the Power Offer email received on Tuesday, July 8, 2026.
- The sender will be from: No Reply [offers@ntr.vstarvolleyball.com], and the generic subject line will read: “Offer from NTR Club.”
- Click the link from the email and Accept the Offer!
- Be sure to check your Spam/Junk/Promotions folder just in case it lands there.
- Important Note: Be sure to open and accept the correct “Offer from NTR Club” email stating the offer is for a Power team. Please click on the link provided in the email to ensure you are accepting the correct offer that is from Power Volleyball.
- Review the Power Parent/Player Agreement & Contract.
- Communicate with your team coach about team signing day celebrations!
What Types Of Teams Do We Offer?
We will offer two types of teams for the 2025- 2026 Club season
Team Classifications:
(R)- Regional:
Regional teams will focus heavily on continued skills development and cohesive team play. Teams will practice twice a week with only local tournaments around the DFW Metroplex.
(N)- National:
National teams are designed for the most competitive athletes. They will have the same practice schedule as regional teams, but will have 1-3 out-of-state/ in-state travel tournaments. We may have up to 2-3 national teams per age group.
What Is My Age Group?
Use the chat below to determine which age group your daughter belongs in.
2024-2025 Season Age Definitions
18 and Under: Players who were born on or after July 1st, 2008 or are high school students in the twelfth (12th) grade or below during the current academic year and are 19 years of age or younger (born on or after July 1, 2007).
17 and Under: Players who were born on or after July 1, 2009
16 and Under: Players who were born on or after July 1, 2010
15 and Under: Players who were born on or after July 1, 2011
14 and Under: Players who were born on or after July 1, 2012
13 and Under: Players who were born on or after July 1, 2013
12 and Under: Players who were born on or after July 1, 2014
11 and Under: Players who were born on or after July 1, 2015
10 and Under: Players who were born on or after July 1, 2016
9 and Under: Players who were born on or after July 1, 2017
What Are The Club Season Dues?
2026-2027 club dues will be announced before the evaluation period.
What Is Included In The Club Dues
Included in all teams dues:
- Uniform package
- Court fees
- Coaching fees
- Tournament entry fees
- Referee and scorekeeper clinics
- Administration fees
- Coaches’ travel expenses**
- Club banquet ticket
** not included for all teams
What Is NOT Included In The Club Dues
Parent and Player understand that the following are NOT INCLUDED in their Power Volleyball Club fees:
- Player and Parent travel expenses associated with tournaments (hotel lodging, airfare, fuel, food)
- Travel to and from practices and tournaments
- USAV and/or AAU player membership fees
- Post-season tournaments
What are Payment Options?
At the time of signing a non-refundable deposit will be collected. The remaining balance will be divided into equal monthly payments.
Player and Parent understand that all payments must be received by Power Volleyball Club on the agreed upon date for the payment to be considered on time. Player and Parent understand there is a $25.00 late fee for any and all monies collected after the agreed upon date.
Please note that if paying via credit card, there is a 3% service fee added to the payment at checkout.
What If I Make Payment In Full at Signing?
Payment in Full
If club dues are paid in full at the time of signing in cash or check, Power will provide a 2.5% discount of total dues.