FAQs
Where can I find information about volleyball at TJ?
Volleyball Girls - Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
When are tryouts?
Check the website above for details. When tryout times and schedules are confirmed, they will be posted there.
What forms do I need to complete to participate in Volleyball (including green days)?
Athletic Physical from Medical Personnel Forms/Links - Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology, and register at Athletics & Activities Registration 2025-2026 | Arbiter For rising 9th graders, you will need a completed physical (form attached) turned into the TJ athletic trainer, Dr. Murphy, (HRMurphy@fcps.edu) prior to participating in green days. Dr. Murphy is only accepting paper copies of physicals.
Are green days required?
No. These are optional practices during the offseason.
What equipment do I need?
Court shoes, water bottle, white knee pads Amazon.com : Volleyball Knee Pads
Who can participate in summer league?
Generally 10th-12th graders that know how to play organized volleyball (6-2, 5-1, base defense, transitions). 9th graders that have played organized volleyball before (i.e. club) can participate if there are slots left. Sign up genius is here: TJ VB: TJHSST summer league signup Contact Mr. Mike Barnett to be added to the Team Snap mlbarnett@fcps.edu
What can I do to get ready for tryouts?
Work on your vertical jump, core strength, and play volleyball! Playing beach volleyball is great for doing all of those things. There are numerous sand tournaments during the summer and several clubs (not part of FCPS or TJ) that run beach clinics (Tidal, Alexandria Titans, Grit, Monument) Sand Volleyball in Washington, DC Volleyball Life
How can I work on improving my vertical jump?
There are a lot of online videos for plyometric and developing more strength in your legs. Some sample workouts are in the links below, but you can find a lot of other ones online
Top 5 Plyometric Exercises To Jump Higher
10 MIN PLYOMETRIC HIIT WORKOUT - Speed / Vertical Jump Workout
20 Min PLYO HIIT WORKOUT at Home | Full Body Explosive Power
What other clinics/camps can I participate in?
This website shows a lot of options:Volleyball Summer Camp Schedule
Where can I play club volleyball?
Club volleyball is not associated with FCPS or TJ. Tryouts are usually at the end of October or early November. Club Volleyball can be very time consuming and costly, so ensure you are committed to play before doing club. CHRVA Girls Volleyball
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