USAV Regions
The local RVA will help you find adult, junior and youth programs in your area.
Zonal Structure of the Regions
| CENTRAL ZONE: | Central East Section: BG, GL, GW, HO, LK, NO, PR Central West Section: GP, HA, IA, RM |
| PACIFIC ZONE: | Pacific North Section: AK, CE, EV, PS Pacific South Section: AH, IM, MK, NC |
| ATLANTIC ZONE: | North Atlantic Section: CH, GE, IE, KE, NE, OV, WE South Atlantic Section: CR, FL, OD, PM, SO |
| BORDER ZONE: | Border East Section: BY, DE, GC, LS, NT, OK Border West Section: AZ, SC, SU |
Regional Volleyball Associations, the Regional Commissioner & the Regional Operations Divisions
The "Regional Volleyball Associations" (RVAs) of USA Volleyball are incorporated as legal entities and are each a "subsidiary" member organization of the National Governing Body (NGB) or USAV. The RVAs serve as the grassroots function for the USAV and individually and collectively serve as a catalyst for USAV functions. The primary representative of the RVA is the Regional Commissioner, who is elected by the region for a term of office determined by the region, or the executive director, who is appointed by the regional board. The body of commissioners comprises the Steering Committee of the Regional Operations Division (ROD), which is chaired by the ROD Vice President. The Vice President is appointed by the USAV President and approved by the USAV Board of Directors. An Administrative Council shall consist of the the ROD Vice President, the ROD Associate Vice President and Associate Vice Presidents (if appointed) and the Zonal Commissioners, who shall be elected by the RVAs of each Zone. The USVBA-RVA BOD Representatives shall be non-voting members of the Administrative Council.
Within the regional structure, the commissioner is ultimately responsible for the total function of the RVA, with the assistance of the local organization leadership. This structure is usually comprised of volunteers, each assigned to a specific task or project. Volunteers from throughout the region are essential for the conduct of regional programs. Generally, these consist of the development of camps, players, coaches and officials. It is accomplished through sanctioned competition, fellowship play, clinics, exhibitions and demonstrations.
Communication vehicles such as newsletters, handbooks, websites and technical literature serve to keep regional members informed. An active cadre of volunteers is paramount if the RVA is to achieve total programming.
It is also important that each of the regions seeks to assist both the national and local levels of other member organizations of USAV in an effort to develop the sport of volleyball to its full potential. The regional leadership team should take the initiative to seek out this representation and include them within the RVA structure of governance. Each RVA is guaranteed national representation.
Collectively, the RVAs are entitled to six representatives on the USAV Board of Directors, each director being elected for a three-year term. Two directors are elected each year and serve overlapping terms. Current RVA Directors are Jim Webber (IE-2005), Chuck Stemm (MI-2005), Lynne McDonald (NO- 2003), Jonathan Lee (EV-2003), Allan Chinn (PS-2004), and Ann Davenport (SC-2004). The regions continue to provide a most comprehensive volleyball program on a year-round basis to all persons, regardless of age, gender or organization affiliation. Persons or organizations wishing to become involved with volleyball locally, or who are otherwise interested in seeking assistance in some aspect of volleyball in their local organization, are urged to contact their local Regional Commissioner.
