Boys 14 Black 2026-2027

Tournament Schedule

WCVBA League Qualifier

Sat & Sun, September 12-13, 2026

UC Davis | Davis, CA

WCVBA League 1

Sat OR Sun, September 26 OR 27, 2026 (1 Day Only)

The Plex | San Jose, CA -OR- RedRock Shadelands | Walnut Creek, CA

WCVBA League 2

Sat OR Sun, October 17 OR 18, 2026 (1 Day Only)

American River College & Sacramento Sites

WCVBA League 3

Sat, November 7, 2026

UC Davis | Davis, CA -OR- Alameda County Fairgrounds | Pleasanton, CA

WCVBA League Regionals

Sat & Sun, November 14-15, 2026

Dream Courts | Pittsburg, CA -OR- City Beach | Fremont, CA

NCVA Boys Far Western National Qualifier

Sat & Sun, December 12-13, 2026

Capital Sports Center (CSC) | McClellan, CA

(TBD) SOCAL Cup: The Open Championship

Will be discussed mid-season

Sat - Mon, January 16-18, 2027

Los Angeles Convention Center | Los Angeles, CA

(TBD) USAV Boys Junior National Championships

Fri - Sun, June 11-13, 2027

Anaheim, CA

Coaches

Head Coach

John Cave
John Cave

John Cave

Hello I am Coach John. I have been coaching youth sports for the last 20 years. This will be my third year at Diablo Volleyball Club. I am currently coaching both boys and girls teams.

 Coaching Experience
 • 2026: Qualified for USAV BJNC - 14 Open Division
 • 2027 Girls 14 White
 • 2026 Boys 14 Black
 • 2026 Girls 15 White
 • 2025 Boys 14 Black
 • 2025 Girls 14 White

Assistant Coach

Emily Shum
Emily Shum

Emily Shum

Growing up, I watched my brother play and coach volleyball at multiple levels, and I was constantly mesmerized by the speed and nuances of the game. He fostered my love for the sport with gentle guidance, starting with camps and recreational interscholastic leagues in middle school.

Once I got to high school, there was no turning back—I jumped headfirst into playing more competitively. From ninth to twelfth grade, I played at Core Volleyball Club and Dougherty Valley High School. I went on to play four years of club volleyball at Sonoma State University while working towards my Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies.

As a coach, I'm committed to cultivating a fun, supportive learning environment founded on a solid basis of good sportsmanship and competitive spirit to help players improve their skills. I'm excited to guide each player based on their individual learning styles, watch their knowledge and love for the game flourish, and shepherd them into their highest potential on and off the court.

Coaching Experience:
• 2027
 • Girls 16 Green - Assistant Coach
• 2026
 • Girls 16 Green - Assistant Coach
 • Girls 11 Black - Head Coach
 • Boys 14 Black - Assistant Coach


Playing Experience:
• 2014–2018 - Sonoma State University Club Volleyball - Treasurer
 • 2018 - NCVF National Championship, Division II - 1st Place
 • 2017 - NCVF National Championship, Division II - 3rd Place
 • 2016 - NCVF National Championship, Division II - 5th Place
 • 2015 - NCVF National Championship, Division II - 3rd Place
• 2012–2013 - Dougherty Valley High School - Varsity
 • Team Captain
• 2010–2011 - Dougherty Valley High School - Junior Varsity
• 2010–2013 - Core Volleyball Club

Practice Schedule

Mondays & Wednesdays | 5:00pm - 7:00pm at Tice Valley Gym

Additional 1-Hour Fitness Training Session - Once per Week

Practice Starts the Week of August 17th!

Cost & Payment Schedule

Season Cost - $3,400

Payment Schedule:

  • Deposit (Due at Commitment Night) - $1,000
  • September 15th - $800
  • October 15th - $800
  • November 15th - Remaining Balance

Cost Includes:

  • League Fees
  • All Tournaments Listed on Schedule
    • SOCAL & BJNC would be additional cost!
  • Fitness Training
  • Practice Apparel
  • Coaching Fees
  • Practice Gym Rentals & Insurance
  • Equipment & Supplies

Cost does NOT include: Uniforms, Airline, Travel, Hotels, Etc.

We will accept cash, checks (made out to Diablo VBC), and credit cards (2.925% fee for using credit card)

Please mail payments to: Diablo VBC | P.O. Box 69 | Concord, CA 94522 (Please do not give payments to coaches)