Types of Teams (Divisions)

Elite Sports offers four divisions/levels of teams: 

1. Elite
2.  Prime
3. Premier
4. Select
5. Regional
6. Impact

The "Elite" division teams require the most commitment, and they are for athletes who want to play volleyball at the highest level. This program is for 13-18 years old. The Elite Team will participate in the highest divisions in tournaments where the competition is most rigorous.  These teams have a national travel schedule.

The "Prime" division teams require commitment but allow our athletes to play a nation travel schedule playing at top zonals events. This program is for 13-17 years-olds.  Allowing for athletes to be recruited at the larger tournaments. The will have a travel radius of six hours.

The "Premier" division teams have less commitment than the Elite/Prime teams, and they are perfect for athletes looking to play competitively.  This is a zonal program, with a travel radius of four hours. 

The "Select" division teams are our higher-level regional teams for 13-15's that will compete in larger regional events. These teams will play in two-day events and travel will be within a three-hour radius.

The "Regional" division is for our 11 and 12 years old. These teams will compete in club-level tournaments within a two-hour radius.

The "Impact" division is a hybrid This program is for athletes 13 and 14 years old. These athletes will compete in our prep program and have a few club tournaments. The travel will be limited to Northeast Ohio.

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How to Join a Team

Club teams are formed once a year at fall tryouts. Anyone interested in playing on an Elite Sports team (in any division) should attend tryouts.

Players who try out for our 12 & Up age groups may not make a club team at tryouts.

Tryout Information