Set It Off Volleyball

09/12/2026

Last season, you showed up loud.

You filled the bleachers. You cheered the serve that finally made it over. The girl who chased down a ball nobody expected her to reach. The rally that actually went back and forth a few times before anyone dropped it. You just never had a name to yell.

That one's on us. And we heard you.

Last month in The Huddle, we told you something was coming and that we weren't quite ready to pull back the curtain.

We're ready.

Meet the Set It Off Sparks.

S — Sportsmanship
P — Practice
A — Attitude
R — Respect
K — Kindness
S — Skills

Skills is last. On purpose. We think the first five are what build the sixth.

Set It Off Volleyball is still the same club: girls in grades 3–7, no tryouts, no cuts. Every girl who signs up gets a team. We're the bridge between rec and elite, and we're keeping it that way.

2026–2027 season: November 7 through March 6
Practices: Tuesdays
Scrimmages & tournaments: Saturdays

We still have a few spots left.

Register at setitoffvb.org

09/11/2026

Last call for Volleyball! Registration officially closes Sunday, September 13th, at midnight! If you or a friend have been on the fence about signing up now is the time!

2026-2027 Season RegistrationReady to join Set It Off Volleyball for the upcoming season? Start here and then complete the form below!Our upcoming 2026 - 2027 season will start 11/5/2026 and end 3/6/2027.2026-2027 Volleyball Season Eligibility GuideWhich team should my child join? Let’s break it d...

08/26/2026

We need your help! 🙌

Set It Off Volleyball has a handful of open spots left for the upcoming season, and the best way we fill them is the same way we always have — word of mouth from families like yours.

🏐 3rd grade & younger — 6 spots
🏐 4th grade — 5 spots
🏐 6th grade — 4 spots

SIOV is built for girls in grades 3–7 who want to learn the game in a place where everybody plays. No tryouts, no cuts, first come, first served.

Please share this post or tag a family who'd be a great fit. One share could be the reason a kid finds her team this year.

👉 Register: https://www.setitoffvb.org/2026-2027-registration-form-1

2026-2027 Season RegistrationReady to join Set It Off Volleyball for the upcoming season? Start here and then complete the form below!Our upcoming 2026 - 2027 season will start 11/5/2026 and end 3/6/2027.2026-2027 Volleyball Season Eligibility GuideWhich team should my child join? Let’s break it d...

08/25/2026

🏐 Help us keep the answer "yes."

Two years ago, Set It Off Volleyball started with one idea: there should be a place between rec ball and elite club volleyball. No tryouts. No cuts. Every girl in grades 3–7 who wants to learn the game gets a spot and a coach who's invested in her.

Families told us they wanted it. Last season we had 71 athletes. This season we have 119 and a waitlist.

But running a season isn't free — gym time, uniforms, equipment, tournaments, coaches. For some families in our community, that cost is the difference between playing and sitting out. And money should never be the reason a 4th grader never finds out she loves this sport.

That's what our Scholarship Fund is for.

Every dollar donated goes directly to covering registration costs for families who need help. Not overhead. Not admin. A kid on the court.

If you're able and willing, we'd be grateful for any amount — one-time or monthly, whatever works for you. Set It Off Volleyball is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, your gift is tax-deductible, and because we use Zeffy, 100% of your donation reaches the club.

👉 https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/set-it-off-volleyball-scholarship-fund

And if giving isn't in the cards right now, sharing this post genuinely helps just as much. Season two starts November 7. Let's fill the gym. 🏐

Too often, families face two extremes: recreational leagues that offer fun but little structure for long-term growth, and elite clubs that demand significant…

08/16/2026

Meet Coach Courtney! 🏐

Courtney started playing volleyball during her tender years of middle school. She continued playing throughout high school, recreationally while attending Iowa State University, and on to co-ed leagues as an adult. She’s currently an active league member, which keeps her both active and continually working on her skills as a player. She enjoys the camaraderie of a team effort, but most importantly considers herself a competitor. Growing up, she enjoyed playing all sports, but volleyball is one that has always stuck with her.

Courtney first learned about Set It Off Volleyball through a friend and fellow team member. What piqued her interest was how her friend described the program’s values in teaching fundamentals and the goals of developing young athletes — something Courtney has always been passionate about.

As a first-year coach, she hopes to inspire young athletes. Her coaching philosophy focuses on building teamwork, understanding the importance of sportsmanship, and developing self-confidence. She’s looking forward to growing together with her team!

We’re thrilled to have Courtney bring her energy, competitive spirit, and passion for the game to the Set It Off Volleyball coaching team! 🙌

08/14/2026

Meet Coach Reis! 🏐

Reis has loved volleyball since she started playing in 5th grade. She participated in club and school volleyball up through her junior year of high school, and loved her time meeting new friends, coaches, and playing her favorite sport!

Reis wants to continue showing her love for volleyball by coaching for SIOV. She’s looking forward to meeting new athletes and sharing her love for the game, and she’s excited to be back in the gym and surrounded by the volleyball environment again!

Reis is inspired to coach athletes to have fun and love the game of volleyball!

We’re thrilled to have Reis bring her energy and passion for the game to the Set It Off Volleyball coaching team! 🙌

08/10/2026

Meet Coach Abby! 🏐

Volleyball has always been Abby's favorite sport. She played as a front-row hitter throughout high school and continued playing recreationally in Ames while attending Iowa State, where she won two intramural sand volleyball championships. She's excited to share her love of the game with the next generation!

Abby's journey with Set It Off began as a volleyball mom when her daughter joined the club. Seeing the impact the coaches had on the girls sparked her interest in coaching and inspired her to help create that same experience for other young athletes. Her goal is to help every player work hard, build confidence, encourage their teammates, and have fun along the way.

When she's not in the gym, Abby works for the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services, where she is passionate about public health and improving the health of Iowans. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, staying active, and creating fun 3D-printing projects. As a first-year coach, she's looking forward to learning alongside her athletes, celebrating their progress, and creating a team environment where every player feels encouraged, supported, and excited to come to practice.

We're thrilled to have Abby bring her energy, heart, and passion for the game to the Set It Off Volleyball coaching team! 🙌

08/09/2026

Meet Coach Kendra! 🏐

Kendra has been passionate about volleyball since she started playing in 4th grade. Throughout middle school and high school, she played school and club ball and has such fond memories of the sport! Volleyball has been a huge part of her life, and she can’t wait to watch the next generation’s love for the game grow.

She’s excited to teach her athletes that volleyball is not just a game, but a community! Her goal for every athlete is simply to have fun and enjoy the game.

We’re thrilled to have Kendra bring her passion, experience, and heart to the Set It Off Volleyball coaching team! 🙌