DYS Volleyball
HEAT
Recreation Travel Team
HEAT bridges the gap between the DYS Recreation League and our Club Volleyball program, giving selected athletes an opportunity to train and compete at an additional level while remaining part of their House League team.
About the Program
HEAT is designed for 7th- and 8th-grade athletes who are ready for an additional competitive Volleyball experience beyond their regular Recreation League participation.
Important
HEAT is not a standalone program.
Athletes must be registered members of the DYS Recreation League and remain active participants on their assigned House League team throughout the season.
HEAT requires a tryout. Roster positions are earned through the HEAT tryout and selection process.
Grades
7th & 8th Grade
HEAT is currently offered to athletes participating in the DYS Recreation League at the 7th- and 8th-grade level.
Commitment
House + HEAT
Selected athletes continue to participate fully with their Recreation League team while adding HEAT practices and matches.
Competition
Local Travel
HEAT provides additional competition against teams from the surrounding Northern Virginia area.
Practices & Matches
HEAT adds an additional layer of training and competition to the athlete's regular Recreation League schedule.
Recreation Practice
Once Per Week
HEAT athletes continue attending their regular House League team practice.
HEAT Practice
Once Per Week
Players receive an additional weekly training session with the HEAT team.
Recreation Games
Saturdays
HEAT players remain full participants in their House League team's Saturday matches.
HEAT Matches
Weeknight Competition
HEAT participates in additional local travel-league matches during the week.
Travel
Northern Virginia
Local travel may include communities such as Chantilly, Centreville, Vienna, and other nearby areas.
Competitive Level
Additional Competition
HEAT gives developing athletes an opportunity to compete against stronger local opponents beyond regular Recreation League play.
Example Weekly Schedule
Monday
House Practice
Tuesday
Off
Wednesday
HEAT Match
Thursday
Off
Friday
HEAT Practice
Saturday
House Games
Sunday
Off
Schedule shown is an example. Recreation League practice days and HEAT match schedules may vary.
Program Cost
Registration & HEAT Fee
Recreation League
Standard House League Registration Fee
All HEAT athletes must first be registered participants in the DYS Recreation League.
HEAT
+ $75 HEAT Fee
The additional HEAT fee covers travel-league registration and HEAT uniforms.
The HEAT Experience
HEAT gives selected Recreation League athletes more opportunities to train, compete, and develop without removing them from the House League experience.