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NCVA Boys Power League Volleyball Tournament: Everything Players Need To Know
Male volleyball athletes in the Bay Area and Sacramento and nearing locations can look forward to a series of tournaments slated for this fall. NCVA announced details for its 2024/2025 Boys Power League, with athletes able to register now until September 3. Through the Northern California Volleyball Association’s (NVCA)... Read more
Top Girls Cross Country Teams By Section Entering The Fall Season
The high school cross country  season has already begun in several sections, or is about to get underway all across the state later this month. Here is a look at the top girls cross country program in each of the 10 sections in California entering this season. There are... Read more
NCVA Sand And Serve Beach VolleyBall Tournament Takes Place August 31
The summer outdoors beach volleyball Caribbean Challenge is sadly coming to an end. But not before youth volleyball players have the chance to compete in one last tournament. The Northern California Volleyball Association (NCVA) is hosting the Sand & Serve beach volleyball tournament on August 31. Held at the... Read more
Get Into Your Best Shape With The SHRED Fitness App
Summer might be coming to an end, but that’s no excuse to pull it back with weekly workouts. In fact, with many fall sports seasons quickly approaching now is the best time to crank our workout intensity up a notch so you can perform your best. The fitness app... Read more
How to Improve Defense Before the Fall Basketball Season
As the fall basketball season approaches, it’s only a matter of time before players are back on the court. Athletes may have spent some time in the summer shooting some hoops with friends. But it’s important to turn focus on skill development to prepare for a great season. While... Read more
8 Volleyball Drills You Can Do at Home: No Court Needed
Volleyball players don’t stop working on improving their skills—even though the summer season is coming to an end. In fact, it’s the perfect time to prepare for the end of the summer tournaments and games while staying sharp and looking ahead to the upcoming fall season. Athletes know that... Read more
Top 10 Reason To Join A Sports Team This Fall
There is no better time than the fall to sign up to join a sports team. With it being a new school year, the fall serves as a fresh start to set goals for the upcoming year. This includes health and fitness goals that can be reached and maintained... Read more
The Best 2024 NYC Marathon Race Merchandise All Runners Need
After watching the marathon during the 2024 Paris Olympics, it’s hard for long distance runners to not be excited for the up coming New York City Marathon. This couldn’t be more true after watching Sifan Hassan who made history to break the Olympic record, winning the gold in the... Read more
Speed And Agility Drills For Fall Sports
With fall sports quickly approaching, it’s time to get our heads (and bodies ready) for the game. Fall training means a focus on specific sports drills and techniques to increase skill set to prepare for intense competition on the field, court, or track. Whether you’re playing football, soccer, cross... Read more
How To Transition From Summer Workouts To Fall Sports Training
Summertime allows for less structure—and that also may mean when it comes to training. Many athletes take a few weeks off in the summer to repair muscle and recover from spring-season sports. Those who remain active may focus on more playful summer sports to just keep fit and maintain... Read more
7 Simple And Effective Strength Training Exercises For Fall Sports
As the leaves start to change color and the weather cools down, fall sports season to set to soon be in full swing. Whether you’re gearing up for cross country, soccer, football, or any other fall sport, strength training is a crucial component of your preparation. Building a solid... Read more
What Does It Take To Be An Olympian?
The 2024 Paris Olympics are now over. But athletes know that the work doesn’t stop once that big competition is over—even when it’s on the most elite stage. As the world watched the best of the best athletes throughout the Games, they most likely inspired the next generation, lighting... Read more