We’re delighted that you are interested in Norcross Jr. Blue Devils Volleyball!

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Tryouts for the 2026 Pinckneyville Middle School Volleyball teams will be held in May 18-19, 2026.

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​​Tryout location: 

Pinckneyville Middle School Gym

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​Tryout paperwork:  We use the app/website RankOne for all paperwork and physicals.  Once you create an account for your athlete, their required paperwork will be in their account and you will both need to read and sign those forms online.  You can get a physical from your doctor and then log into RankOne to upload each of the 4 pages into your athlete's account.  See the button below for a tutorial on creating a RankOne account for your athlete.

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IMPORTANT: Your student must have all required forms completed in order to begin tryouts. Only players and coaches are allowed in the gym during tryout times. No siblings, friends, parents, board members, etc. are allowed in the gym during tryouts. NO EXCEPTIONS.

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Tryout Cost: There will be a $25 fee to tryout. 

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​​Tryout Criteria:  The coaching staff will be looking for coachable athletes who have a great work ethic and want to learn to be better players and teammates. Prior volleyball experience or skill helps, but is not required. Prospective student-athletes will be evaluated for their overall athletic ability and level of volleyball skill. Coaches will apply the following criteria: 

• Currently enrolled & rising 6th grade Pinckneyville students

• Attitude: Players who are positive, competitive, team players and eager to learn

• Athletic Ability: Players with the ability to learn and perform skills

• Final team selections will be posted on the homepage of the NJBD website by 9pm on the final day of tryouts

 

What to expect if you make the NJBD Volleyball Team - The volleyball season typically kicks off the week before the start of school. The first day of school for the 2026-2027 school year is Wednesday, August 5th, 2026.  Within a week or two of tryouts, you will receive an email about how and where to pay your dues online.  You will also receive more information about schedules, spirit wear, game days, uniforms, and volunteer obligations.

 

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2026 Club dues will be $300 for the A and B teams and $180 for the C teams.  Dues will cover tournament entry fees, referee fees, practice t-shirts, a game day t-shirt, equipment upkeep, and coach's salaries.   Note:  C Team has prorated dues in consideration of fewer practices and matches.  

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Student Conduct – All players must conduct themselves in an appropriate manner both on and off the court. The school will inform the coaching staff of any disciplinary issues and they reserve the right to suspend or remove a player if deemed necessary.