2026 Lake Effect Smash Season
2026 Season tryouts are set! (Updated. We are adding 13U to current tryout dates! Also we will have a coed 12U program, the assessments will be done in Sept, Time/Date TBD) Still sign up on the tryout registration link)
IMPORTANT: Please have your athlete attend the tryouts for their USAV Age chart group. It's possible for them to be asked to stay for the next age group tryout.
Register: Please use link " 2026 Tryout registration link" to register for tryouts (Mandatory)
Sunday July 20th:
13/14/15U: 11:30am-1pm, Check-in 11am
16/17/18U: 1-3pm, Check-in 12:30pm
Or
Sunday August 3rd:
13/14/15U: 11:30am-1pm, Check-in 11am
16/17/18U: 1-3pm, Check-in 12:30pm
*Must have a 25-26 USAV try-out membership if you have not played last season, here is the link to purchase the tryout USAV membership ($20)
https://memberships.sportsengine.com/buy/11f04624-c4cb-6eae-8763-42c32f6396c6
If you are a returning club athlete then your current membership is still valid for tryouts.
Location: Jefferson Community College, McVean Center Gym, 1220 Coffeen St. Watertown, NY 13601
Parent resources for creating a sportsengine family account
Video instructions on how to create a family Sportsengine account and how to purchase a Tryout USAV membership then how to accept a club acceptance after tryouts.
LAKE EFFECT SMASH MISSION STATEMENT
Our goal is to provide unparalleled volleyball instruction in a rewarding and safe environment that emphasizes a balance of individual skill and character development while working as a team.
We strive to accommodate players' interests and abilities while creating a challenging environment for teams and players that aspire to reach their full potential.
Our players will be challenged to excel, not only individually but also for the betterment of their teams and the community in which they live.
QUESTIONS? Ernie Ixtlahuac
Phone: 315-804-4442
