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The Investment That Lasts a Lifetime
More Than Volleyball When parents sign their daughter up for club volleyball, it can feel like a major investment — time, money, energy, weekends on the road, endless snacks, and loads of laundry. But at Nebraska Power Volleyball, we believe that investment should go further than a single season. As a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization , our mission is to make high-level volleyball training accessible while developing confident, capable young women on and off the court. We’re n
Jennifer Helms
17 hours ago3 min read
Finding Her People: The Value of Team Culture
The Power of Belonging For teenage girls, the world can feel loud, fast, and full of expectations. Between academics, social pressures, and figuring out who they want to be, it’s easy for confidence to waver. That’s why finding a place where they belong matters more than ever — and for many athletes, that place is a team. At Nebraska Power Volleyball, we believe that team culture isn’t something that just “happens.” It’s built — intentionally — through shared goals, trust, a
Jennifer Helms
Oct 243 min read
The Court as a Classroom
For parents of teenage girls, the high school years can feel like a whirlwind — academics, social media, part-time jobs, and the looming question of college. Amid all of that, sports can seem like 'just one more thing' on the calendar. But for those who’ve experienced it, club volleyball is more than a sport. It’s a classroom for life — one where lessons about hard work, communication, and confidence unfold in real time. At Nebraska Power Volleyball, our experienced coaches h
Jennifer Helms
Oct 203 min read
What to Wear & Bring: Be Ready to Play Your Best
When you walk into the gym, your focus should be on the game — not on what you forgot at home. Whether it’s a tryout, clinic, or first...
Jennifer Helms
Oct 102 min read
Building Mental Strength in Young Athletes: Confidence Matters as Much as Skill
When we think about youth sports, it’s natural to focus on the physical side—perfecting the serve, nailing the pass, or improving...
Jennifer Helms
Sep 293 min read
Ready Bodies = Confident Athletes
When athletes walk into tryouts, their bodies and minds should feel ready to take on the challenge. Volleyball tryouts are more than just...
Jennifer Helms
Sep 233 min read
Understanding Volleyball Age Groups: What “U13” Really Means
If you’re new to club volleyball, the lingo around age groups—like U13 or U16 —can feel confusing. But don’t worry, we’ve got you...
Jennifer Helms
Sep 181 min read
4 Things Coaches Really Look for at Tryouts
As parents, we want our daughters to walk into tryouts confident and prepared. But sometimes the unknowns—what coaches are looking for,...
Jennifer Helms
Sep 111 min read
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