2024 Volley South Representative Teams & Information 

Important Tour Information and Documents

Hello Players, Caregivers, and Parents,

We're thrilled to embark on our upcoming tour, and to ensure everything runs smoothly, here are some key details and documents you'll need to be aware of:


Travel Details:

Travel Date: Friday, May 10th

Bus Departure: ILT Stadium Southland at 4:30 PM. Please ensure you arrive no later than 4:00 PM for a headcount. See the list below for the 52-seater bus allocation. Bus driver we have a bed and food for you as well. 

Van Departure: Wakatipu High School, Queenstown at 4:00 PM. Steve will be our driver for the 12-seater van. A big thank you to Steve for organizing this!  Steve,  we have a bed and food for you as well .

Hotel arrival time- estimate between 7:30-8 pm - please wait in the Hotel reception for the Tour Manager


What to Pack:

To ensure you have everything you need for a comfortable and enjoyable tour, here's a checklist for your packing:

  • Travel Attire: For the bus/van journey, please wear the Volley South tee-shirt and hoodie if you have one. If not, a plain grey tee-shirt or hoodie will suffice. Pair them with black, navy, or grey pants, skins, or shorts according to your preference.
  • Headphones and Pillows: Feel free to bring headphones and pillows for your comfort during the bus/ van ride.
  • Outside wearing shoes
  • Playing Shoes: Don't forget your playing shoes for the matches.
  • Playing Socks: Pack two pairs of white or black playing socks.
  • Knee Pads: Essential for on-court protection.
  • Black Shorts/Spandex: Necessary for playing attire.
  • Underwear: Pack enough for the duration of the tour.
  • Modest PJ's: Comfortable sleepwear for evenings.
  • Jandals: Bring flip-flops for use in the showers.
  • Towel: A towel is required for your showers.
  • Toiletry Bag: Include essentials like deodorant, toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, hairbrush, comb, feminine products, and hair ties.
  • Medications: If you're on medication, remember to bring an adequate supply.


Accommodation:

Hotel: Leviathan Hotel, 27 Queens Gardens, Central Dunedin, Dunedin 9016

Rooms have been allocated as per the below rooming sheet. Please wait until the tour manager arrives to allocate keys, and kindly refrain from room swaps.


Meals:

We've made arrangements for meals to accommodate everyone's needs:

  • Dinner (Friday, May 10th): All 64 of us will dine together at 8:30 PM in the dining hall - Beef lasagne

  • Breakfast (Saturday and Sunday): Continental breakfast will be provided.

  • Lunch (Saturday and Sunday): Packed lunches will be provided. Additionally, Otago has mentioned the possibility of arranging something extra.- 4 slices of bread made into 2 big sandwiches, Banana, cake and chewy bar

  • Saturday Night Dinner: Dinner will be served in the main dining hall - Roast Chicken

Please rest assured that allergy lists have been communicated to Otago and the hotel to ensure everyone's safety and comfort.


Tournament Information:

The draw for the tournament will be released early this week, along with details about hosts and the tournament format.


Pay2Play

Ensuring Smooth Participation

No Pay, No Play: It's essential to note that all tour invoices will be dispatched by Monday, May 6th, and must be settled in full by May 9th. Please make payments using your child's registered surname and invoice number as references. As previously communicated, the total amount due is $465.00, inclusive of training courts, room, meals, and travel expenses. Additionally, you all received fundraising details to assist with this.


Sponsorship Opportunities:

We're grateful for any additional support towards sponsoring athletes. If you'd like to contribute, you can deposit funds to the following account:

Account Name: Volley South Account Account Number: 12-3154-0097777-00 Reference: Sponsorship 2024

Your generous contributions will directly support our athletes and enhance their experience.

We're looking forward to an exciting and memorable tour! If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to Tour Manager Donz Milne at info@volleysouth.org.nz, 0274710782.


Safe travels,

Donz Milne 


Documents below:

Congratulations to all those named to a Volley South Representative Travel Team

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to the exceptional players who have earned a spot on a Volley South Representative Travel Team! Your dedication and hard work have paid off, and we are thrilled to have you represent us.

Thank You for Attending Trials

A sincere thank you to everyone who participated in the trials. We understand the challenges of the selection process due to the large number of talented individuals in attendance. Your commitment and effort did not go unnoticed.

Travel Team Announcement

After careful consideration, the coaching staff has finalized the travel teams. For those named as non-traveling reserves, we encourage you to continue training diligently, as you may be called upon in case of unforeseen circumstances.

Selection Criteria

Players were chosen based on various criteria, including commitment, attitude, team compatibility, representative skill level, and flexibility to play in multiple positions.

Age Group Update

We're excited to announce that the 15 and under girls' category has been renamed to under 16.

Tournament Details

For Dunedin, all teams will be participating except for the men's team. Regarding IPC Volley South, the decision has been made to send the under 19 boys for the 2024 season, with plans to potentially send 1-4 teams in 2025 based on growth and retention during the upcoming representative season.

Training Sessions

Please see below for the schedule of training sessions. It is imperative that all players arrive 15 minutes prior to the start time, fully prepared with proper attire and equipment.

Cost Breakdown

We have meticulously calculated the costs associated with training courts, accommodation, transportation, meals, entry fees, and staffing to ensure transparency and accountability.

Fundraising Initiatives

To support our teams, we have initiated a straightforward $465 social media fundraiser. Details can be found below.

Off-Court Sessions

In addition to on-court training, we will be conducting sessions to reinforce the values and expectations of representing Volley South. This includes discussing the code of conduct for players, parents, managers, and coaches.

Contact Information

For any questions or inquiries, please don't hesitate to reach out to our tour manager, Donz Milne, at info@volleysouth.org.nz.

We are excited about the journey ahead and look forward to a successful season together!