TRYOUTS

WELCOME TO THE 2026-2027 CLUB SEASON!

We are looking forward to another great year of Maine Juniors Volleyball and cannot wait for you to be a part of our family, our traditions, and all our future successes on and off the court! Things might look a little bit different this year, but WE are here to help you through all of it, and hopefully it is a seamless process in the end! Please, this can be a stressful and confusing time, so ask all the questions!

Step 1: USAV Registration  

The first step is to update and/or register for a USAV membership. You cannot tryout or move forward without it. There is a separate tryout membership option available versus the full club season membership. If you choose this option, you'll need to upgrade it after you make a team. 

Step 2: Register/update PlayerFirst 

Second step, if you are new to Maine Juniors, you will need to register for an account with PlayerFirst. It is our unique app with 3Step in which we process payments, update information, send e-mails, etc.

If you already have an account with PlayerFirst, please make sure that it is up to date with the most current contact information. This is very important as this listed email for parent/guardian(s) and athlete(s) is the only way we are able to notify about tryout results. Register or update your account by clicking the button above. 

Step 3: Print USAV Medical Form 

Thirdly, download, print, and complete the USAV Medical Release Form. Please make sure it is filled out legibly and accurately. The form DOES NOT need to be notarized. Please print and bring the completed copy with you to tryouts to be handed in at check-in. 

Step 4: Register for an MJ tryout session below 

Lastly, please scroll down and click on the REGISTER button for the location you are looking to tryout for. 

The age eligibility chart can be found here. If you have questions about the age your athlete is eligible for, please email Info@mainejuniors.com with your athlete's name and full date of birth, and we can advise. 

USAV Age Definition Breakdown Chart 

TRYOUT DATES & TIMES FOR 2026-27

**Times are subject to change. Please come ready with all necessary paperwork completed and know which team you are wanting to play for**

NATIONAL TEAM - SACO DIVISION

Once tryouts are concluded, you will be notified via email with 3 different options: making an offer for a particular team and asking you to accept a roster spot with Maine Juniors; an email stating you have not made a particular team for the upcoming season; or an email explaining the waitlist process. Upon acceptance, you must then follow the appropriate steps online to finish, which will include making an initial deposit, double-checking your USAV membership, obtaining an AAU membership (National, Gold, Silver & Bronze teams), picking a payment plan, and ordering uniforms. All of which will be outlined in the email you receive post-tryouts if a spot on a roster is offered.

If you are trying out for a NATIONAL team and do not make said team, you are encouraged to then come back for ELITE & CLUB try-outs at no extra fee. If you wish to decline a roster spot on a particular team, you always have that choice if it is not what you hoped. There is the option of joining our Saco local league for the winter season. They practice 1-time a week for a shorter season and do not travel to NERVA or have overnight tournaments. The local league is built to further develop volleyball fundamentals and mechanics with the overall goal of scrimmaging and playing in game-like situations. Otherwise, we highly suggest continuing to come to our camps, clinics, and sessions we have throughout the year to heighten your skills.

Girls Elite and Club - SACO DIVISION

November 7th & 8th, 2026

Times: TBD

Ages 12-18

All athletes trying out must have all items listed above to be considered for a Maine Juniors team. 

Please select the one age group you are looking to tryout for and plan to attend both days at that age. Athletes will only be able to tryout at one age level unless directed by MJ Leadership to attend a different age on day 2 of tryouts. The only exception to this will be if you are trying out for Elite/Club teams after having participated in National tryouts; you do not need to register a second time. 

Practices are expected to start the week of November 23rd, 2026, going through April/May, pending final tournaments. 

You will be required to turn in a paper copy of a completed USAV Medical Form (linked above) at check-in in order to participate in tryouts. 

*Check-in begins 45min before each session*

**Times subject to shift based off registrations**

Register for Saco Tryouts 

BOYS SACO DIVISION

TBD 

(late Sept & early October)

All boys trying out must have all items listed above to be considered for a Maine Juniors team. We are looking to fill at least 4 teams this year, and the age of the teams might change based on the players registered. Practices are expected to start the week of October 12th, 2026, twice a week for the season, while tournaments will be from mid-November to March.  

You will be required to turn in a paper copy of a completed USAV Medical Form (linked above) at check-in in order to participate in tryouts. 

**Times & Dates are subject to change based upon the number registered** 

Register for Boys Saco Tryouts 

LEWISTON DIVISION

DATES (UPDATED): 

TBD

*Check-in begins 45min before session*

All registration procedures are the same as above for tryouts for the Lewiston Division. Below is the chart for tryout dates & times at The Armory in Lewiston. Looking forward to an exciting season at Lewiston this year! Practices are expected to start the week of November 23rd, 2026, going twice a week, while tournament season is from January through April. 

You will be required to turn in a paper copy of a completed USAV Medical Form (linked above) at check-in in order to participate in tryouts. 

**Times & Dates are subject to change based upon number registered & gym availability** 

Register for Lewiston Tryouts