Atlas Gold
Regional Program
Atlas Gold is Atlas Volleyball Club's Regional-level program designed for athletes seeking high-level training and competition with a reduced travel commitment compared to the Atlas Black program.
- Regional and multi-state 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 Only |
| Nike MEQ | March 19–21, 2027 | Indianapolis, IN | 15U–18U Only |
| 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 |
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 Only
Nike MEQ
March 19–21, 2027
Indianapolis, IN
15U–18U Only
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
Age Group Notes
Bluegrass is scheduled for 12U–14U teams only.
Nike MEQ is scheduled for 15U–18U teams only.
Tournament schedules are tentative and subject to change based on registration availability, qualification requirements, and organizational needs.
Coaching Staff
Atlas Gold Teams
Coaching assignments will be announced following team formation and roster selection.
Atlas Strength & Performance
All Atlas Gold 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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