What’s New in 2024
The AVCA is excited to bring the volleyball community back together again in December. We all look forward to the laughs, conversations, and storytelling that takes place at the convention and are eager to create new memories and experiences with friends in Louisville. AVCA has planned several new programs and activities around the convention including:
NCAA Championship Match Stays on Sunday
As the popularity of volleyball continues to grow so do the opportunities for increased exposure. The NCAA championship match will again be played on Sunday and broadcast on ABC. Make sure to stay around for the championship and arrange your travel plans accordingly. The AVCA will offer both full ticket books (Thursday semis/Sunday finals) and a limited number of championship only tickets (Sunday only) as an add on option to convention registration.
Compressed Convention Schedule
AVCA encourages all coaches to stay for the championship on Sunday to make sure we have a full arena. In order to reduce the number of travel days for coaches, AVCA has compressed the front end of the convention schedule. Many of the meetings typically held on Wednesday afternoon have now been moved to Thursday morning. Also, the pre-convention seminar and ACE seminar will start later in the day on Wednesday and allow coaches to arrive in Louisville on Wednesday morning and early afternoon. Please check the convention schedule for details.
More On-Court Education Sessions 
Coaches asked for more on-court education opportunities at the convention so AVCA is expanding the number of court session offerings. Two additional education blocks have been added to the schedule on Saturday afternoon providing more chances to talk x’s and o’s, training techniques, and drill ideas.
Increased Opportunities for Small Group Learning
Small group learning sessions give coaches a chance to discuss specific topics, share ideas, and learn from each other. In Louisville coaches will find more small group activities such as Coaching Camps, Learning Labs, and Roundtable Discussions.
Convention Hotel Early Access to Registered Attendees
As an added benefit to those who register early, the convention hotel room blocks will be available to registered attendees only beginning on August 14. Those who register early will have access to the room blocks from August 14 – September 20. Make sure to register in this window and take advantage of the opportunity to reserve rooms in the hotel of your choice.
Premium Convention Registration Upgrade
Enhance your convention experience by adding a premium registration upgrade to your convention registration package. The premium registration upgrade includes several benefits such as a private bourbon tasting experience, preferred NCAA match ticket seating, preferred banquet seating, an invitation-only education session, early sign-up access for small group learning sessions, early access to convention education video recordings, and a priority line at AVCA registration.
New Convention App with Enhanced Functionality
AVCA is launching a new convention app in Louisville with enhanced functionality including improved schedule accessibility, easier access to exhibitor information and location, and increased networking capabilities. Make sure to download the AVCA Convention app before arriving in Louisville to find the latest convention information.
Additional Time to Meet with Exhibitors
The myriad of education sessions, meetings, and networking events on the convention schedule makes it challenging to find enough time to visit with exhibitors. Volleyball Marketplace will be open extended hours on Saturday afternoon to allow coaches more time to connect with vendors and take advantage of show discounts.
