Atlas Black
National Program
Atlas Black is Atlas Volleyball Club's National-level program designed for athletes seeking the highest level of training, competition, and development.
- National tournament schedule
- Integrated strength and performance training
- Position-specific development
- Athlete mentorship opportunities
- Competitive training environment focused on long-term growth
Practice Schedule
15U–18U Teams
Practice Days
Monday
Wednesday
Thursday
Practice Time
5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
12U–14U Teams
Practice Days
Monday
Wednesday
Thursday
Practice Time
6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Strength and athletic development are integrated into team training throughout the season.
2027 Tentative Tournament Schedule
Tournament schedules are tentative and subject to change based on registration availability, qualification requirements, and organizational needs.
| Tournament | Date | Location | Age Groups |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nike Classic | January 16–18, 2027 | Columbus, OH | 12U–18U |
| OVR Presidents Cup | February 13–14, 2027 | Columbus, OH | 12U–18U |
| Bluegrass | March 5–7, 2027 | Louisville, KY | 12U–14U |
| Nike MEQ | March 19–21, 2027 | Indianapolis, IN | 15U–18U |
| Windy City Qualifier | March 26–28, 2027 | Chicago, IL | 12U–18U |
| JVA World Challenge | April 9–11, 2027 | Louisville, KY | 12U–18U |
| OVR-Mizuno Bid Tournament | April 30–May 2, 2027 | Columbus, OH | 12U–18U |
| JVA Summerfest | June 5–6, 2027 | Columbus, OH | 12U–18U |
| AAU Nationals | Mid June 2027 (TBD) | Orlando, FL | 15U–18U |
| USAV Nationals* | June 27–July 5, 2027 | TBD | Qualified Teams Only |
Nike Classic
January 16–18, 2027
Columbus, OH
12U–18U
OVR Presidents Cup
February 13–14, 2027
Columbus, OH
12U–18U
Bluegrass
March 5–7, 2027
Louisville, KY
12U–14U
Nike MEQ
March 19–21, 2027
Indianapolis, IN
15U–18U
Windy City Qualifier
March 26–28, 2027
Chicago, IL
12U–18U
JVA World Challenge
April 9–11, 2027
Louisville, KY
12U–18U
OVR-Mizuno Bid Tournament
April 30–May 2, 2027
Columbus, OH
12U–18U
JVA Summerfest
June 5–6, 2027
Columbus, OH
12U–18U
AAU Nationals
Mid June 2027 (TBD)
Orlando, FL
15U–18U
USAV Nationals*
June 27–July 5, 2027
TBD
Qualified Teams Only
Age Group Breakdown
12U–14U Teams
- Nike Classic
- OVR Presidents Cup
- Bluegrass
- Windy City Qualifier
- JVA World Challenge
- OVR-Mizuno Bid Tournament
- JVA Summerfest
15U–18U Teams
- Nike Classic
- OVR Presidents Cup
- Nike MEQ
- Windy City Qualifier
- JVA World Challenge
- OVR-Mizuno Bid Tournament
- JVA Summerfest
- AAU Nationals
*USAV Nationals participation is dependent on qualification.
Coaching Staff
Atlas 17 Black
- Nick Collins
- Trinity Adams
- Ellie Johnson
Atlas 16 Black
- Jaelyn Hall
- Trinity Adams
Atlas 15 Black
- Jillian Kendrick
- Connor Jones
Atlas 14 Black
- Lydia Christenson
- Allison Blackmore
Atlas 10–13s
- Coaches To Be Announced
Atlas Strength & Performance
All Atlas Black athletes receive access to Atlas Strength & Performance.
Ben Donohue, M.S., CSCS
Director of Strength & Performance
Taylor Baldwin
Strength & Performance Coach
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